Good morning, Medford, Tuesday, March 24
Happy Tuesday! We're talkin' spring-ish things today, plus we have the scoop on some important city meetings and some fun events.
At this point, when we hear the weather forecast, we put our fingers in our ears and sing, "La la la la la la ..." I am a crusty old New Englander, and I like the cold and the snow. But, I am ready for spring. Nell and Chris are, too. How about you?
So, let's talk about some spring-ish things.
Frisbee, for example. Did you know there is a professional ultimate Frisbee team co-owned by a Medford resident that plays its home games at Hormel Stadium? Luke Johnson, who is pictured in today's feature photo, is co-owner of the Boston Glory. The Glory compete nationwide and in Canada, and last year they won their first league title.
Kathryn Kellett, who is also a co-owner, says the team's athletes do a lot in the community for kids and as members of the Medford Chamber of Commerce.
"Our athletes ran Ultimate Frisbee clinics for more than 4,000 kids last year," Kellett said. "We're growing our sport a little at a time."
Tickets are only $25 each ($15 if you get the early bird), and there's a Kids Club for ages 12 and under. the first games at Hormel are on April 25 and May 2.
Plants, and their colorful flowers, for another example. Crocuses and snow drops are probably blooming in a garden near you. Daffodils will be right behind them, and then tulips.
If you go hiking, keep your eyes peeled for Dutchman's breeches, red trillium, and Jack in the pulpit. Mass Audubon has some good information about these.
Happening today in Medford
Maternal Journaling Workshop at 9:30 a.m. at Arts Collaborative Medford. A creative outlet for some of the new feelings and challenges experienced in pregnancy and new parenthood.
Senior lunch at Bistro 489 at Medford Vocational School, 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. If you don't get a seat on the bus, you can drive yourself. Food will be prepared by the students.
Board of Health at 12:30 p.m. via Zoom only. On the agenda, combined sewage overflows and their public health implications.
Winter Farmers Market 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at The Great American Beer Hall. Produce, meat, cheeses, breads, cookies, and more.
Book Speed Dating for Teens at 3:30 p.m. at the Medford Public Library. Teens get to read a little bit from a number of different books to see what they like.
City Council Committee of the Whole at 6 p.m. in City Hall and via Zoom. On the agenda, the fiscal 2027 budget, including the process and councilor recommendations.
City Council at 7 p.m. in City Hall and via Zoom. Agenda includes a proposal from the mayor for special legislation to remove the police chief and and deputy positions from Civil Service. Also on the agenda: Trolley Dogs food truck at Hormel and a resolution to update the ordinance establishing the Medford Commission for Persons with Disabilities.
What we're working on
- Crystal Yormick and Tavishi Chattopadhyay are putting together a preview of this Saturday's No Kings rally.
- Nell is keeping tabs on the plans and cost of the proposed new high school.
- Chris will have an update on the Medford Square rezoning project.
- Nell and Chris will be interviewing people who are throwing their hats in the ring for the 34th Middlesex House seat.
- The Budget: We will be triple-teaming it.
In case you missed it
There was a little hiccup at the annual Egg Dash at Hormel Stadium. But, no matter, everyone had fun.
Nell Escobar Coakley | Staff Writer
