Mayor in Attendance
3/2/2015
Monday March 2
8:30-9:30 AM
Read Across America
Forestdale School
74 Sylvan Street
6:00-8:00 PM
School Committee
200 Pleasant Street
City Council Chambers
3rd Floor
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Song & Rhyme
3/3/2015 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Song & Rhyme Time
Tuesdays
From: 10:30am – 11:15am
Malden Public Library - Children's Room
Songs, nursery rhymes, and a simple picture book for infants and young children. A fun way to enrich your child's literacy! Recommended for ages 6 months to 4 years.
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Mayor in Attendance
3/3/2015 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
TUESDAY, MARCH 3
7:00-8:00 PM
Malden Historical Society Show & Tell
Malden Public Library
36 Salem Street
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Malden Eats Community Dinners
3/3/2015 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Ferry Street Food & Drink
Tuesday, March 3, 7:00 p.m.
118 Ferry St. Malden
Fine food and drink with a neighborhood tavern feel. Click here for more info. $20/pp. Call 781-321-0265 for reservations.
One of the best ways to connect with people is over a good meal! Malden Eats, in collaboration Malden Reads invite you to join us at these fine local restaurants to enjoy great food, mingle with local Maldonians, and support local businesses. We also encourage you to converse about the themes from this year’s book and will provide some “Table Talk” topics for diners to discuss if they wish. (You do not need to have read the book yet to participate.) Dinners are fixed price and feature either buffet or an a la carte menu. Beverages, tax and tip are not included. Space is limited, so make sure to reserve your seats in advance. You must specify “Malden Reads event” when you call. If you cannot make your reservation, please cancel so that the next party on the waiting list can attend.
More Information
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ESL Conversation
3/4/2015 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Wednesdays, 1:00pm – 2:30pm
Malden Public Library Program Room
Every Wednesday, we host a free English Conversation class from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. This is an excellent opportunity for beginning English speakers to practice their skills and learn new words. Contact Ms. Holder at (781) 324-0218 for more information.
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Mayor in Attendance
3/4/2015 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4
3:00-4:00 PM
Showing of State of the City
Malden Teen Enrichment Center
One Salem Street
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Film Screening
3/4/2015 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
All are invited to attend screenings of some wonderful films that also help us examine themes related to this year’s book selections. Enjoy the film and take part in a discussion following the film. Light refreshments served. - Malden Reads
Wednesday, March 4, 6:00 p.m.
“Robot and Frank”
Malden Public Library
Set in the near future, an ex-jewel thief receives a gift from his son–a robot butler programmed to look after him. Click here for more details on the film.
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Creative Drama
3/6/2015 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Fridays
4pm – 5pm
Malden Pub;ic Libraray Program Room
Laurie Rae Tressler of Library Creative Drama, Inc. leads this weekly drop-in program for children ages 7-10. Theater games and other creative activities.
(Not held during school vacation weeks)
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Song & Rhyme Time
3/7/2015 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Saturdays
10:30am – 11:15am
Malden Public Library Children's Room
Songs, nursery rhymes, and a simple picture book for infants and young children. A fun way to enrich your child's literacy! Recommended for ages 6 months to 4 years.
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OPEN REGISTRATION
3/7/2015
Malden Girls Youth Softball 2015 Softball Season
Open to all levels
Saturday, March 7th 10:00-3:00PM at Dick’s Sporting Goods, Square One Mall and 9:00-1:00PM at Salemwood School Gym
Tuesday, March 10th 6:30-8:30PM at Salemwood School Gym
Thursday, March 12th 6:30-8:30PM at Salemwood School Gym
Register online: www.maldenrec.com
Rookie Division - Girls Age 5-7
Our Rookie level is for girls who want to learn the basics of throwing, hitting and fielding. Players receive instruction by volunteer parents in a small group setting. The program provides a fun atmosphere and allows them to experience the value of teamwork.
Minor’s Division - Girls Ages 8-11
Our Minor's level is for girls who are improving their basic skills of throwing, hitting and fielding. This level may have coach pitch, machine pitch or kid pitch depending on age/ability. Rosters are normally composed of 10-12 players. Prac-tices are held twice per week (coaches discretion) with most games occurring on week days. The season generally com-prises of approximately 12-14 games. Make-up games are also at the coaches discretion.
Major’s Division - Girls Ages 12-15
Our Major's level is more competitive and are assembled by a draft based on evaluations prior to the upcoming season to create balanced teams. Practices are held twice per week (coaches discretion) with most games occurring on week-days. The season generally comprises of approximately 14-16 games. Make-up games are also at the coaches discretion.
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Song & Rhyme
3/10/2015 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Song & Rhyme Time
Tuesdays
From: 10:30am – 11:15am
Malden Public Library - Children's Room
Songs, nursery rhymes, and a simple picture book for infants and young children. A fun way to enrich your child's literacy! Recommended for ages 6 months to 4 years.
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OPEN REGISTRATION
3/10/2015 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Malden Girls Youth Softball 2015 Softball Season
Open to all levels
Tuesday, March 10th 6:30-8:30PM at Salemwood School Gym
Thursday, March 12th 6:30-8:30PM at Salemwood School Gym
Register online: www.maldenrec.com
Rookie Division - Girls Age 5-7
Our Rookie level is for girls who want to learn the basics of throwing, hitting and fielding. Players receive instruction by volunteer parents in a small group setting. The program provides a fun atmosphere and allows them to experience the value of teamwork.
Minor’s Division - Girls Ages 8-11
Our Minor's level is for girls who are improving their basic skills of throwing, hitting and fielding. This level may have coach pitch, machine pitch or kid pitch depending on age/ability. Rosters are normally composed of 10-12 players. Prac-tices are held twice per week (coaches discretion) with most games occurring on week days. The season generally com-prises of approximately 12-14 games. Make-up games are also at the coaches discretion.
Major’s Division - Girls Ages 12-15
Our Major's level is more competitive and are assembled by a draft based on evaluations prior to the upcoming season to create balanced teams. Practices are held twice per week (coaches discretion) with most games occurring on week-days. The season generally comprises of approximately 14-16 games. Make-up games are also at the coaches discretion.
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ESL Conversation
3/11/2015 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Wednesdays, 1:00pm – 2:30pm
Malden Public Library Program Room
Every Wednesday, we host a free English Conversation class from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. This is an excellent opportunity for beginning English speakers to practice their skills and learn new words. Contact Ms. Holder at (781) 324-0218 for more information.
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Book Discussion
3/11/2015 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday, March 11 @ 7pm
Temple Tifereth Israel, 530 Salem St.
Led by Anne D’Urso-Rose
Special guest: CD Collins, local author/poet/spoken word performer
Share your thoughts and opinions about this year’s book selection, “Mr. Penumbra’s 24-hour Bookstore” by Robin Sloan, and discuss its themes in a friendly, guided book discussion, most lasting an hour to 90 minutes. Some discussions will have a special focus, as listed below, but all discussions will also be general in nature. Light refreshments will be served.
More Information
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OPEN REGISTRATION
3/12/2015 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Malden Girls Youth Softball 2015 Softball Season
Open to all levels
Thursday, March 12th 6:30-8:30PM at Salemwood School Gym
Register online: www.maldenrec.com
Rookie Division - Girls Age 5-7
Our Rookie level is for girls who want to learn the basics of throwing, hitting and fielding. Players receive instruction by volunteer parents in a small group setting. The program provides a fun atmosphere and allows them to experience the value of teamwork.
Minor’s Division - Girls Ages 8-11
Our Minor's level is for girls who are improving their basic skills of throwing, hitting and fielding. This level may have coach pitch, machine pitch or kid pitch depending on age/ability. Rosters are normally composed of 10-12 players. Prac-tices are held twice per week (coaches discretion) with most games occurring on week days. The season generally com-prises of approximately 12-14 games. Make-up games are also at the coaches discretion.
Major’s Division - Girls Ages 12-15
Our Major's level is more competitive and are assembled by a draft based on evaluations prior to the upcoming season to create balanced teams. Practices are held twice per week (coaches discretion) with most games occurring on week-days. The season generally comprises of approximately 14-16 games. Make-up games are also at the coaches discretion.
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Creative Drama
3/13/2015 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Fridays
4pm – 5pm
Malden Pub;ic Libraray Program Room
Laurie Rae Tressler of Library Creative Drama, Inc. leads this weekly drop-in program for children ages 7-10. Theater games and other creative activities.
(Not held during school vacation weeks)
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Song & Rhyme Time
3/14/2015 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Saturdays
10:30am – 11:15am
Malden Public Library Children's Room
Songs, nursery rhymes, and a simple picture book for infants and young children. A fun way to enrich your child's literacy! Recommended for ages 6 months to 4 years.
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Song & Rhyme
3/17/2015 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Song & Rhyme Time
Tuesdays
From: 10:30am – 11:15am
Malden Public Library - Children's Room
Songs, nursery rhymes, and a simple picture book for infants and young children. A fun way to enrich your child's literacy! Recommended for ages 6 months to 4 years.
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Malden Eats Community Dinners
3/17/2015 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Oppa’s Korean Restaurant
Tuesday, March 17, 7:00 p.m.
157 Pleasant St. Malden
This exciting new restaurant opened last fall featuring the fresh, complex flavors of Korean cuisine. $20/pp. Click here for more info. Call 781-605-3071 for reservations.
One of the best ways to connect with people is over a good meal! Malden Eats, in collaboration Malden Reads invite you to join us at these fine local restaurants to enjoy great food, mingle with local Maldonians, and support local businesses. We also encourage you to converse about the themes from this year’s book and will provide some “Table Talk” topics for diners to discuss if they wish. (You do not need to have read the book yet to participate.) Dinners are fixed price and feature either buffet or an a la carte menu. Beverages, tax and tip are not included. Space is limited, so make sure to reserve your seats in advance. You must specify “Malden Reads event” when you call. If you cannot make your reservation, please cancel so that the next party on the waiting list can attend.
More Information
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ESL Conversation
3/18/2015 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Wednesdays, 1:00pm – 2:30pm
Malden Public Library Program Room
Every Wednesday, we host a free English Conversation class from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. This is an excellent opportunity for beginning English speakers to practice their skills and learn new words. Contact Ms. Holder at (781) 324-0218 for more information.
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Book Discussion
3/19/2015 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday, March 19 @ 7pm
Malden Public Library
Led by Susan Francis
Special guest: Mayor Gary Christenson
Share your thoughts and opinions about this year’s book selection, “Mr. Penumbra’s 24-hour Bookstore” by Robin Sloan, and discuss its themes in a friendly, guided book discussion, most lasting an hour to 90 minutes. Some discussions will have a special focus, as listed below, but all discussions will also be general in nature. Light refreshments will be served.
More Information
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Mayor on the Move
3/19/2015 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Mayor Gary Christenson invites residents to join him for informal office hours at Cornucopia, 61 Pleasant Street on Thursday, March 19th from 8:00-9:30 AM.
“I’m grateful to Neil Sullivan for allowing me to set up shop at Cornucopia,” said Mayor Christenson. “I look forward to interacting with residents as they make their way through the square.”
Each month the Mayor holds a monthly out-of-office meeting in a different part of the City.
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Song & Rhyme Time
3/21/2015 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Saturdays
10:30am – 11:15am
Malden Public Library Children's Room
Songs, nursery rhymes, and a simple picture book for infants and young children. A fun way to enrich your child's literacy! Recommended for ages 6 months to 4 years.
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Film Screening
3/22/2015 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
All are invited to attend screenings of some wonderful films that also help us examine themes related to this year’s book selections. Enjoy the film and take part in a discussion following the film. Light refreshments served. - Malden Reads
Sunday, March 22, 2:00 p.m.
“Mao’s Last Dancer”
Chinese Culture Connection at Malden YMCA, 99 Dartmouth St.
A drama based on the autobiography by Li Cunxin who, at the age of 11, was plucked from a poor Chinese village by Madame Mao’s cultural delegates and taken to Beijing to study ballet. Click here for more info on this film. This event is co-sponsored by the Chinese Culture Connection.
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Book Discussion
3/22/2015 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Sunday, March 22, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Multi-Lingual Book Discussion
Web Print Labs, 21 Cross St., Malden
Led by Nekita Lamour
Malden Reads and Web Print Labs are please to offer these multi-lingual discussions (see also, April 26) at a time convenient for working adults. In addition to English, participants can converse in French, Haitian Creole, and Spanish, led by a facilitator who speaks all four languages.
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Mayor’s Monthly Safety Awareness Meeting
3/23/2015 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Malden Access TV (MATV) to hold a live, on the air meeting to answer questions about the latest in crime statistics and trends citywide. The live meeting will take place on Monday, March 23rd from 7:00-8:00 PM at MATV, 145 Pleasant Street. The Mayor will be joined by Police Chief Kevin Molis, Fire Chief Jack Colangeli, and Department of Public Works Director Bob Knox who will be on hand to answer questions and address concerns.
To participate, please submit questions in advance to rcochran@cityofmalden.org and note “Safety Awareness” in the subject line. Alternatively, during the show, you may call MATV at 781-388-9394, or send a message via Twitter or Facebook to the City’s Facebook or Twitter pages.
The show will be broadcast live on MATV (www.MATV.org/MATVcitystream) and on the City’s website (www.cityofmalden.org). The show may also be viewed on TV channel 22 (Comcast customers) or channel 26 (Verizon customers).
“We’re always looking for different ways to give residents an opportunity to be heard,” said Mayor Christenson.”
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Mayor in Attendance
3/23/2015 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
MONDAY, MARCH 23
9:30-10:30 AM
Senior Bowling League
Ryan Family Amusements
11 Charles Street
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Song & Rhyme
3/24/2015 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Song & Rhyme Time
Tuesdays
From: 10:30am – 11:15am
Malden Public Library - Children's Room
Songs, nursery rhymes, and a simple picture book for infants and young children. A fun way to enrich your child's literacy! Recommended for ages 6 months to 4 years.
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Mayor in Attendance
3/24/2015 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
TUESDAY, MARCH 24
4:00-5:00 PM
Municipal Building Committee Meeting
200 Pleasant Street
Mayor’s Office Conference Room, 6th Floor
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ESL Conversation
3/25/2015 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Wednesdays, 1:00pm – 2:30pm
Malden Public Library Program Room
Every Wednesday, we host a free English Conversation class from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. This is an excellent opportunity for beginning English speakers to practice their skills and learn new words. Contact Ms. Holder at (781) 324-0218 for more information.
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Film Screening
3/25/2015 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
All are invited to attend screenings of some wonderful films that also help us examine themes related to this year’s book selections. Enjoy the film and take part in a discussion following the film. Light refreshments served. - Malden Reads
Wednesday, March 25, 6:00 p.m.
“Google and the World Brain”
Malden Public Library
The most ambitious project ever conceived on the Internet: Google’s master plan to scan every book in the world and the people trying to stop them. See more details by clicking here.
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Mayor in Attendance
3/26/2015
THURSDAY, MARCH 26
10:00-10:30 AM
Tailored for Success Professional Development Worship
Celebrating Women’s History Month
YMCA
99 Dartmouth Street
10:30 AM-12:00 PM
MassDevelopment Site Visit
Triangle, 420 Pearl Street
2:00-3:00 PM
Malden Reads Activity
Senior Center
7 Washington Street
5:30-7:30 PM
Malden YWCA Bowling Fundraiser
Town Line Luxury Lanes
665 Broadway
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Family Film
3/26/2015 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Big Hero 6
Thursday, March 26, 6:30 p.m.
Ferryway School, 150 Cross St.
From Walt Disney studios, an action-packed comedy-adventure about robotics prodigy Hiro Hamada, who learns to harness his genius — thanks to his brilliant brother Tadashi and their like-minded friends. When a devastating turn of events catapults them into the midst of a dangerous plot unfolding in the streets of San Fransokyo, Hiro turns to his closest companion — a robot named Baymax — and transforms the group into a band of high-tech heroes determined to solve the mystery.
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Mayor in Attendance
3/27/2015 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
FRIDAY, MARCH 27
7:00-8:00 PM
MEB Annual Hockey
$10,000 Fundraiser
Malden Moose, 562 Broadway
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Song & Rhyme Time
3/28/2015 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Saturdays
10:30am – 11:15am
Malden Public Library Children's Room
Songs, nursery rhymes, and a simple picture book for infants and young children. A fun way to enrich your child's literacy! Recommended for ages 6 months to 4 years.
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Song & Rhyme
3/31/2015 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Song & Rhyme Time
Tuesdays
From: 10:30am – 11:15am
Malden Public Library - Children's Room
Songs, nursery rhymes, and a simple picture book for infants and young children. A fun way to enrich your child's literacy! Recommended for ages 6 months to 4 years.
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Teen Book Discussion
3/31/2015 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday, March 31 @ 3pm
Malden High School
Led by Lucia Musilli, MHS Librarian
Open to all Malden High School students. A discussion of “Mr. Penumbra’s 24-hour Bookstore”
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Special Event
3/31/2015 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
“Secrets in the Stacks”
Tuesday, March 31, 6:30 p.m.
Join us at the Malden Public Library for a rare opportunity to glimpse a part of the library that is normally hidden from public view: the building’s central stacks and rare book room and the treasures to be found there. Library Director Dora St. Martin and Assistant Director Caron Guigli will lead the fun. This is an adult program and limited to 20. Attendees must be in good physical condition and be able to climb ladders!
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Book Discussion
3/31/2015 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday, March 31 @ 7pm
MATV, 145 Pleasant St.
Led by Janis VanHeukelom
Special guest: Jennifer Leonard, software developer
“Science & Technology in Mr. Penumbra’s World”
Share your thoughts and opinions about this year’s book selection, “Mr. Penumbra’s 24-hour Bookstore” by Robin Sloan, and discuss its themes in a friendly, guided book discussion, most lasting an hour to 90 minutes. Some discussions will have a special focus, as listed below, but all discussions will also be general in nature. Light refreshments will be served.
More Information
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Malden Eats Community Dinners
3/31/2015 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Mystic Station
Tuesday, March 31, 7:00 p.m.
139 Pleasant St. Malden
Fresh American comfort food in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. $20/pp. Click here for more info. Call 781-480-3166 for reservations.
One of the best ways to connect with people is over a good meal! Malden Eats, in collaboration Malden Reads invite you to join us at these fine local restaurants to enjoy great food, mingle with local Maldonians, and support local businesses. We also encourage you to converse about the themes from this year’s book and will provide some “Table Talk” topics for diners to discuss if they wish. (You do not need to have read the book yet to participate.) Dinners are fixed price and feature either buffet or an a la carte menu. Beverages, tax and tip are not included. Space is limited, so make sure to reserve your seats in advance. You must specify “Malden Reads event” when you call. If you cannot make your reservation, please cancel so that the next party on the waiting list can attend.
More Information
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