10 Things to do this week
Get up, get out and get moving. From Peeps to Paul Revere there is much going on this week!
What: Arm Chair Travel Experience for Seniors
Where: Medford Senior Center, 101 Riverside Ave.
When: Friday, April 18, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Cost: Free
More Info: With the help of Tufts University occupational therapy students and some virtual reality, seniors get the trip of a lifetime without leaving their armchair.
What: Stephanie McKay in concert with Alastair Moock
Where: Arts Collaborative Medford, 162 Mystic Ave.
When: Friday, April 18, 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
More Info: Opening Doors presents music and conversation with singer-songwriters Stephanie McKay and Alastair Moock. McKay has a unique blend of folk, soul and jazz and with Moock was a founding member of the Folk Collective.
What: Brooks Estate Spring Spruce-up
Where: Brooks Estate
When: Saturday, April 19, 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
More Info: Taking place in conjunction with the citywide cleanup. Participants will focus around the historic property along the Grove Street Wall, the boardwalk, near Brooks Pond and along the trails. Supplies, including rakes, trimmers, trash bags, and gloves, will be provided, but volunteers are asked to bring yard tools if they have them.
What: Patriots' Day Celebration, Rev. 250
Where: Salem Street Burying Ground, next to Riverside Plaza; Medford Square; High Street
When: Monday, April 21, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Cost: Free
More Info: 10 a.m. - Ceremony at Burying Ground to honor Revolutionary War soldiers; 10:30 a.m. - Activities in Medford Square; noon-ish - Paul Revere arrives on horseback and makes stops on High Street
What: Bird & Nature Walk along Whitmore Brook
Where: Meet at the Fells' entrance, 59 Winford Way, Winchester
When: Monday, April 21, 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Cost: Free
More Info: Explore the trails along Whitmore Brook and the hills above it to look for spring wildflowers and early migratory birds.
What: Cute and Creepy: Soft Sculpture Workshop
Where: Arts Collaborative Medford, 162 Mystic Ave.
When: Tuesday April 22 & Wednesday April 23, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Cost: $100/2 days
More Info: Led by Aimee Archambault for kids in grades K-5. Participants will use hand sewing, weaving, felt, fabric and more to create and personalize their own creature.
What: Bonsai Bar
Where: Deep Cuts, 21 Main St.
When: April 22, 7 p.m.
Cost: $85
More Info: Grab some friends, have some drinks and create tiny trees while learning the skills and techniques behind the art of Bonsai. Perfect for beginners – and two people can share a tree!
What: Paint Night
Where: Great American Beer Company, 142 Mystic Ave.
When: April 22, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Cost: $45 per person/ supplies included
More Info: Sip brews and create a masterpiece with step-by-step guidance. No experience necessary.
What: Family Peeps Dioramas
Where: Medford Public Library, 111 High St.
When: Thursday, April 24, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Cost: Free
More Info: For kids 8-12 and their grownups. Turn Peeps into your favorite book characters. Register here for the event 04/24/2025 | Family Peeps Diorama | Charlotte and William Bloomberg Medford Public Library
What: Teen Peeps Contest
Where: Medford Public Library, 111 High St.
When: Thursday, April 24, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Cost: Free
More Info: You have 2 hours to create your favorite pop culture event with Peeps! Peeps and supplies will be provided. Register here for the fun 04/24/2025 | Teen Peeps Diorama Contest | Charlotte and William Bloomberg Medford Public Library
