Good morning, Medford, Wednesday, May 27
Happy Wednesday, everybody. We've got the scoop on a plant sale fundraiser, a new recovery support group, and a list of events that includes something for everyone.
We're jumping right in with the scoop on a school fundraiser and a new recovery group the city started offering earlier this month.
The Roberts Elementary PTO native plant fundraiser is an annual event that helps fund enrichment programs, events, and classroom resources for students. It includes online and in-person shopping. The online sales are closing on May 28. However, you can also purchase plants during in-person sale hours at the school Friday, May 29, from 2:30 to 4 p.m., and Saturday, May 30, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The fundraiser is held in partnership with Medford Medians Pollinator Project, the goal of which is "to transform road medians into vibrant pollinator habitats using native plants." The website has information about the projects, pollinators, plants, and ways to get involved.
Yesterday, the mayor’s office announced the launch of a Veterans and First Responders Recovery Group, which meets Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Medford.
Sponsored by the Veterans Services and Public Health departments, the group will be led by the city's recovery coach, Chris Summa, and is open to all veterans and first responders. All are welcome on a drop-in basis.
Chris Summa can be reached at csumma@medford-ma.gov or 617-293-0008.
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: MBTA Charlie Card support and tech help at 9 a.m. Call 781-396-6010 for appointment; Zumba Gold at 10 a.m.; iPad refresher class at 10:30 a.m.; State Rep. Paul Donato will be available at 10:30 a.m.; bingo at 1 p.m.; movie at 1 p.m.; Silver Solidarity with Nike at 1 p.m.
Retirement Board meeting at 9:30 a.m. in City Hall. The agenda includes: monthly expense warrants, superannuation retirements, disability retirements, cash transfers, PRIT Fund, transfers to other systems, investment statements and fees, NEPC investment performance review and recommendations, and more.
Moving and Grooving at 9:30 a.m. at Medford Public Library for children ages 2-5. Sponsored by Medford Family Network. Registration required.
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.
Drop-in Playtime from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Medford Family Network Family Center.
Storytime with "The Very Hungry Caterpillar," by Eric Carle, at 10:30 a.m. at Moon and Back Bookstore.
Art and a Story at 11 a.m. at Medford Public Library for kids ages 2-5. Sponsored by Medford Family Network. Registration required.
Medford Family Network Stroller Walk at 1 p.m. for children birth to age 5. Short walk will include a story to be read during the break. Rain or shine. Meet at the Condon Shell parking lot. Registration required.
Tech Help Drop-In Hour at 2 p.m. at the Medford Public Library. Library staff will be available to help 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.
Vinyl Night from 5 to 8 p.m. at Tamper Cafe. The cafe will be spinning records.
Commission for Persons with Disabilities meeting at 5:30 p.m. in City Hall and via Zoom. On the agenda: the Tufts Park redesign, disABILITY fair feedback and review, ODEI updates, public participation.
Caregivers of Children with ASD from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Medford Family Network Family Center. Monthly support group. Registration required.
Sew Gay Club from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Medford Public Library. The Queer Neighborhood Council hosts this LGBTQIA+ sewing workshop for adults, teens, and children ages 8+. Children below middle school age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to help them with their project. All skill levels welcome. You can bring a project to work on or just attend to learn a new skill.
Medford City Council and Community Development Board joint meeting at 6 p.m. in City Hall, via Zoom, on TV, and via streaming channels. On the agenda: public hearing on the Boston Avenue Neighborhood Corridor District.
Peg Doll Book Reviews from 6 to 8 p.m. at Medford Public Library. For kids ages 4+ to decorate a peg doll avatar and help create video book reviews.
Medford Community Chorale rehearsals are at First Baptist Church in Medford Square at 6 p.m. for youth/young adults and at 7 p.m. for the full chorus. Auditions are not required. All welcome.
City Council Committee of the Whole meeting at 6:15 p.m. at City Hall, via Zoom, on TV, and via streaming channels. Preliminary budget meeting #6.
Sensory Story Time at 6:30 p.m. at Medford Public Library. This storytime is for everyone, but is particularly designed for neurodiverse children. Explore stories, music, movement, and play in a sensory-friendly and adaptive setting. Registration required.
Live Figure Drawing Sessions from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at Arts Collaborative Medford. There will be a studio monitor present to assist the model and participants. Pre-register, or drop-in.
High School Building Committee meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the high school, via Zoom, on TV, and via streaming channels. On the agenda: updates on project and cost, the project timeline, and a presentation on life cycle cost analysis.
Writer's Workshop from 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. at Medford Public Library. The group is always looking for new members, so join the group to meet your community’s fellow scribblers and get feedback on your work.
Bicycle Advisory Commission meeting at 7 p.m. As of Tuesday at 10 p.m., an agenda for the meeting had not been posted.
Scoop Book Club from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Colleen's for those in their 20s and 30s (and anyone who wants the scoop on great books) to discuss the monthly selection and enjoy a scoop of ice cream. May's selection is "Orbital," by Samantha Harvey. Register via Medford Public Library. (Get a jump on the June club meeting by picking up a copy of "The Emperor of Gladness," by Ocean Vuong, at the library.)
Trivia Wednesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. at The Ford Tavern. Fast-paced trivia with Kevin Richman.
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