Good morning, Medford, Wednesday, October 28

The Medford Police Department has issued a traffic advisory for Friday afternoon, when the Medford Chamber of Commerce Business Trick-or-Treat will be taking place in the city squares. There will be lots of kids running around in costumes, parents pushing baby carriages, and, no doubt, a fair number of pets dressed up for the occasion, and probably some kids on bikes.

The event takes place Friday, October 30, from 3 to 5 p.m. Police are asking people to avoid the squares when possible. If you have to go through any of the squares, go very slow and watch for pedestrians. The Police Department will have officers at crosswalks to ensure everyone can participate safely.

As for today...

Your vote matters

Early In-Person Voting today is from 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on the second floor at City Hall. (Early in-person voting ends on Friday, Oct. 30.)

Today's meetings

Commission for Persons with Disabilities at 5:30 p.m. in City Hall and via Zoom. Agenda includes: brief overview of work completed on the city's self evaluation; update on ADA pedestrian signal; announcements, and public participation.

Bicycle Advisory Commission at 7 p.m. via Zoom. Agenda was not posted as of 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 27.

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.

Medford Square Runners meet at 6:45 a.m. in front of Donuts with a Difference for a 5-6-mile run.

Early Voting from 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on the second floor at City Hall.

Senior Center Activities – When sign-up is required, call 781-396-6010:

Tech and MBTA support from 9 a.m. to 12 noon – Sign up
zumba gold at 10 a.m.
Thai chi at 11 a.m.
bingo at 1 p.m.
movie at 1 p.m.
drop-in to meet MVAS social worker Jessica Phelan from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.;
Silver Solidarity with Nike at 1 p.m. – call to reserve your spot, 781-396-6010.

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 for seniors.

Public skating at LoConte Rink from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Drop-in.

Medford Family Network:

Costume Swap: During drop-in playtimes, Medford residents can drop off costumes, accessories, and dress-up clothes their kids no longer use and pick up "new" items.
Drop-in Playtime from 1 to 4 p.m. at the MFN Family Center.
Registration has already closed for today's playgroups.

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Storytime at Moon and Back Bookstore at 10:30 a.m. The book will be "Frankenkitty," by Maudie Powell-Tuck, illustrated by Mini Grey.

The cover of "Frankentkitty," by Maudie Powell-Tuck, illustrated by Mini Grey

Medford Public Library events and activities:

Drop-in programs:

Social Services Hours from 10 a.m.to 12 p.m. with Jason Stone.
Notary Drop-in hour at 12 p.m.
Tech Help at 2 p.m.
Family Story Time at 3:30 p.m. for children ages 3-7.
Zoom In from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. for teens in middle school and high school to look at things up close under the microscope.
Teen Game Night from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Registration required:

Build Confidence in Speaking English Session 9 (Zoom Program) at 12 p.m.
Teen Book Club at 4 p.m. The group will discuss the book, "Don't Let the Forest In," by CG Drews.
Sew Gay Club from 6 to 8:30 p.m. with The Queer Neighborhood Council for the monthly sewing skill share.
Registration for Adaptive Storytime has closed.

Go Mustangs!

Home: varsity girls and varsity boys cross country vs. Chelsea High;
Away: freshman, JV, and varsity girls volleyball teams at Lynn English

Medford Peer Recovery Group meets at 4:30 p.m. in room 201 at City Hall. Drop-in.

Vinyl Night from 5 to 8 p.m. at Tamper Cafe.

Russell Lecture on Spiritual Life with Dr. Fatimah Fanusie from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in Goddard Chapel at Tufts.

Zumba for everyone at 5:45 p.m. at West Medford Community Center with certified instructor Maia Nicolas. No experience necessary.

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.

Medford Community Chorale rehearsals from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church Medford. Youth/Young Adult Chorus begins at 6 p.m. Full Chorus begins at 7 p.m No auditions required; the only requirement is a love of singing. New members are always welcome.

The Scoop Book Club from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Colleen's for people in their 20s and 30s. This month's book is "Little Bosses Everywhere: How The Pyramid Scheme Shaped America," by Bridget Read.

Trivia at the Ford Tavern from 7 to 9 p.m. From pop culture to sports, history to music. Prizes will be awarded.

Make + Mingle from 7 to 9 p.m. at Arts Collaborative Medford. Open to everyone. Bring your own sketching or art materials. RSVP appreciated.

Live performances at Deep Cuts beginning at 7 p.m. Small Pond Soft Burn Tour, with Bus Crush and Watson Park.

The Music of Hey Arnold! Live at 7:30 p.m. at Chevalier Theatre featuring Jim Lang and The PS 118 AllStars. The show celebrates the 30th anniversary of the animated series.

Country line dancing from 8 to 10:30 p.m. at The Great American Beer Hall.