Medford Public Library Book, Bake Sale

Spring Book and Bake Sale on Saturday, May 18 from 9 am to 3 pm and Sunday, May 19 from 2 to 5 pm.

Councilor: Medford Library Restrooms 'Deplorable'

Michael Marks said he won't support a new city budget if money isn't spent to renovate the public restrooms at the library.

A Medford City Councilor told Patch this week he will not support the upcoming city budget if funds are not appropriated to renovate the public restrooms at the Medford Public Library. Councilor Michael Marks said these public restrooms have not received any kind of significant renovation since the library was constructed in 1959. He's been hearing from constitutents who are concerned about the "deplorable" conditions of the restrooms. "I refer to these as prison bathrooms, because that's what they both remind me of," Marks said. Both restrooms deal with ventilation issues and Marks pointed out the stall to the women's room doesn't have a door, causing a privacy issue. Library patrons must be buzzed into the restrooms by library staff. In …

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Walmart Film Screening, Discussion at Library Tuesday

News that Walmart may be considering a Medford location sparked reaction back in March.

In January, Patch reported on the possibility that a part of the Glen Meadow Mall on Mystic Valley Parkway could be redeveloped as a Walmart in the near future. The news generated a good amount of discussion with people on both sides of the issue, some were open to the business while others were worried about its overall impact. There will likely be more discussion at the Medford Public Library Tuesday night with the screening of the documentary "Walmart: The High Cost of Low Prices." The screening and discussion will start at 6:30 p.m., according to a Patch blog post Friday from Edwin Argueta of the Medford Stands Up to Walmart Coalition. For more information, contact Argueta at 617-524-8778 or edwin@massjwj.net.

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Hear African Adventures at Medford Public Library

Storyteller Sharon Kennedy has just returned from almost a month collecting stories in two countries in Africa.

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Five Things: Special Education Workshop on Mediation

What Medford should know today, Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2012.

Here are five things to know today, Wednesday, Dec. 19: 1. Here comes the sun? A slight chance of showers before 3 p.m. in Medford today. Otherwise, partly sunny with a high near 47, according to the National Weather Service. Northwest wind 13 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20 percent. Tonight, mostly cloudy with a low around 31. Northwest wind 6 to 11 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. 2. Free special education workshop. Tonight at Andrews Middle School from 7-9 p.m., the Medford Special Education PAC and Bureau of Special Education Appeals will hold a free workshop called "Mediation in Special Education: What Is It and How Does it Work?" RSVP to melanie.mclaughlin@comcast.net.  3. Blood drive today. A…

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Five Things: Local Aid Cuts on School Committee Agenda

What Medford should know today, Monday, Dec. 17, 2012.

Here are five things to know today, Monday, Dec. 17: 1. Cold rain. There will be showers in Medford today, mainly before 1 p.m. according to the National Weather Service. High near 46. East wind 8 to 11 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80 percent. Tonight, rain with a low around 42. East wind 8 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90 percent. 2. School Committee meets at 7 p.m. Among the items on the agenda are reports on the MHS Science Labs Initiative and reductions in state aid. 3. Children's sing-a-long. Join local musician Matt Heaton at Bestsellers Cafe this morning as he leads a children's sing-along at 10:30 a.m. 4. Morning Meditation and Self-Care. Start off your week at 10 a.m. at the Medford Public Library for this free weekly …

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Five Things: Community Blood Drive Today

What Medford should know today, Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2012.

Here are five things to know today, Wednesday, Dec. 12: 1. Sunny and chillier. Today will be sunny with a high near 42 according to the National Weather Service. Northwest wind around 6 mph. Tonight, mostly clear, with a low around 28. Light and variable wind. 2. Blood drive at City Hall today. The Medford Community Blood Drive, sponsored by Medford City Hall, is today from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. All donors receive a free Chili's appetizer or dessert coupon. 3. Get your December utility bill paid by Patch. Share a photo of your home decorated for the holidays in our Deck the House contest. Twenty-four finalists will have their holiday spirit-spiked electricity bill for the entire month of December (up to $500) paid for by Patch and one Grand Prize …

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Five Things: Save at Modell's and Support Medford Softball

What Medford should know today, Monday, Dec. 10, 2012.

Here are five things to know today, Monday, Dec. 10: 1. Rainy day. There's a 90 percent chance of rain today according to the National Weather Service, with a high near 61. Patch fog before 1 p.m. and after 4 p.m. Light and variable wind becoming southwest 10 to 15 mph in the morning. New precipitation amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Tonight, showers likely, mainly before midnight. Cloudy with a low around 42. Southwest wind 14 to 16 mph becoming west after midnight. 2. Modell's coupon supports Medford Youth Girls Softball. Print out the coupon here—click on the coupon to expand, then click "Print" at the top of the window—and use it at Modell's Sporting Goods by Thursday, Dec. 20 to get 15 percent off your purchase…

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Five Things: Coat Drive for Homeless Veterans

What Medford should know today, Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2012.

Here are five things to know today, Wednesday, Dec. 5: 1. Showers this morning, temperature drop tonight. There will be showers this morning according to the National Weather Service, and the temperature will fall to around 47 by 5 p.m. Tonight will be clear and cold with a low around 25, northwest wind around 16 mph. 2. Coats and winter clothing drive for homeless vets. The City of Medford's Veterans Services Office annual coat drive is still running through Friday, Dec. 14, accepted gently used winter coats and winter clothing for homeless Veterans. Drop off locations are: Any questions or concerns can be directed to the Veterans Office at (781) 393-2504. 3. Play Go! Beginners and experienced players are welcome to join the Medford …

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Five Things: VFW Christmas Tree Sale

What Medford should know today, Monday, Dec. 3, 2012.

Here are five things to know today, Monday, Dec. 3: 1. Warmer and sunny. Today in Medford will be sunny with a high near 56 according to the National Weather Service. Tonight, mostly clear with a low around 42. 2. VFW Christmas tree sale. Visit the Veterans of Foreign Wars at 114 Mystic Ave. for the VFW Christmas tree sale. Wreaths, kissing balls, baskets, tree bags, and stands available. All trees are cut fresh and netted at no charge. 3. Story Time at the library. Visit the Medford Public Library each Monday and Wednesday at 10 a.m. for Story Time for kids ages 2 to 5. Listen to stories and do a simple craft. No registration necessary.  4. New Moms Support Group. This free, weekly support group, sponsored by the Center for Early …

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