Good morning, Medford, Wednesday, August 5
Happy Wednesday, everybody. This morning, we're talking a bit about politics and the race heating up between Senator Ed Markey and challenger Seth Moulton. Then, we'll get to today's happenings and an 'In Case You Missed It' about youth from the Pine Ridge Reservation visiting the Medford area.
I have a few snippets for you this morning, before we get to today's happenings.
As you can see from our feature photo, the weather for the Medford Police Department's National Night Out event at Hormel yesterday turned out great. Crystal Yormick was there and will have the story for you.
In election news, the race between Democrats Ed Markey and Seth Moulton has been heating up as we head toward the primary, which is Sept. 1, with early voting beginning on Aug. 22.
Incumbent Senator Ed Markey is being challenged by Congressman Seth Moulton. As you will see in Will Dowd's story this morning, the two spent Monday's debate at the Boston 25 studios in Dedham accusing each other of corruption. But, Dowd brings another facet to the story by also covering the debate's moderators. The story will drop at 9 a.m.
In summer events news, the United India Association of New England reached out to GKM about a celebration the group is hosting in Medford this coming Sunday at Columbus Park. It's called Spirit of India, a carnival festival and international youth day. This flyer has more information about it:
Happening today in Medford
If you have an event happening in Medford in the coming days, send the information to gottaknowmedford@gmail.com so we can add you to our calendar.
Senior Center Activities: Tech and MBTA support at 9 a.m. – call to reserve your spot, 781-396-6010; zumba gold at 10 a.m.; Thai chi at 11 a.m.; bingo at 1 p.m.; movie at 1 p.m.
- Memory Cafe, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., offers information, support, activities and social engagement for people (and their families) living with memory changes. There will also be resources and information for caregivers.
Medford Square Runners meet at 6:45 a.m. in front of Donuts with a Difference for a 5-6-mile run. This is a zero-drop run, meaning the group runs for a little bit and then stops to let everybody catch up if necessary. Group asks that all runners are able to keep a minimum pace of 10 minutes per mile.
Playgroups at the Park - Capen Street from 9 to 11 a.m. with Medford Family Network. Event for children up to age 8 includes art, music, and movement activities, balls, bubbles, parachute play, and storytelling.
Sisters in Sweat Exercise Group at 9:30 a.m. at West Medford Community Center Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Walking and other self-led, low-impact activities.
Practicing English Conversation ESOL Class at 10 a.m. at Medford Public Library for beginning English learners.
Social Service Hours from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Medford Public Library for Medford residents age 60+ to speak with Clinical Social Worker Nike Gregory Elwell about resources for help with housing, food, energy costs, emotional support, or referrals. Drop-in.
Story time at Moon and Back Bookstore at 10:30 a.m. Today's book is "If You Make a Call on a Banana Phone," by Gideon Stirer and illustrated by Emily Hughes.
Build Confidence in Speaking English: Session 7 from 12 to 1 p.m. via Zoom. Sponsored by Medford Public Library. The course is for adult English learners at a beginner level. Register to receive the Zoom link.
Paddle Boston – Medford from 12 to 8 p.m. at the Condon Shell, weather permitting. Walk-up anytime to rent a boat. Limited advanced reservations also available. Last boat goes out at 7 p.m. All boats must be returned by 8 p.m.
Tech Help Drop In Hour at 2 p.m. at Medford Public Library. Librarians will be on hand to help you with anything tech related.
Family Story Time at 3:30 p.m. at Medford Public Library. For children between the ages of 3 and 7 to explore new concepts with books and songs. Parents and caregivers welcome to join in.
Playgroups at the Park - Barry Park from 4 to 6 p.m. with Medford Family Network. Includes art, music, and movement activities, balls, bubbles, parachute play, and storytelling.
Medford Peer Recovery Group meets at 4:30 p.m. in room 201 at City Hall. Drop-in.
Just Say Hello: A Youth-Led Look at AAPI-Owned Businesses and Belonging in Medford from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at City Hall. Youth members of the Greater Malden Asian American Community Coalition will share what they learned over a year of talking with AAPI business owners and community members. RSVP appreciated.
Vinyl Night from 5 to 8 p.m. at Tamper Cafe.
Medicinal Plant Walk from 5:30 to 7 p.m. beginning at Medford Public Library. Herbalist Mo Katz-Christy leads a meander through the neighborhood to find city plants and explore their medicinal uses. Register.
City Council Resident Services and Public Engagement Committee meeting at 6 p.m. via Zoom only. On the agenda: a resolution to publish a City Council newsletter and a resolution to schedule ward meetings hosted by the council.
Drop in Drawing for Teens from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Medford Public Library for teens in middle school and high school. Paper, writing utensils, and some iPads will be available.
Boston Frisbee Wednesday Nights Under the Lights from 6 to 8 p.m. at Tufts Park. Ultimate Frisbee game open to everyone, and nobody keeps score.
Conservation Commission meeting at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom and on live-streams. Agenda includes: public hearings, Friends of the Middlesex Fells notice of intent to remove non-native and invasive plants, Friends of Fellsmere Heights conservation restriction discussion.
More Than a Job: New Bedford's Commercial Fishing Industry from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Medford Public Library. An illustrated talk and Q&A presented by New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center staff on the local seafood industry and its inner workings. Register.
Make + Mingle from 7 to 9 p.m. at Arts Collaborative Medford. Free drop-in for anybody to create among other artists and artist-types. Bring your own sketchbook and/or art projects and, if you can, snacks and drinks to share. RSVP appreciated.
Trivia at the Ford Tavern from 7 to 9 p.m.
Line dancing from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. at The Great American Beer Hall.
In case you missed it
The annual Lakota YouthStay program, which was founded by a Medford resident, brings kids and youth from the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota to the Medford area for a little over a week of activities and cultural experiences. Crystal had the story:
Gotta Know Medford Staff
