Blog: Month: July 2025

Peter Boie, Magician for Non-Believers – Thursday, July 24, 3pm

On Thursday, July 24, at 3:00 p.m., Peter Boie, magician for non-believers, will perform his award-winning magic. Combining mind-blowing original stunts with a heavy dose of humor and audience participation, this astonishing show is recommended for ages 4 to 104.

Don’t miss this afternoon of memorable entertainment!

The program will take place in the Maccario Room, which is air-conditioned and accessible.

This program is funded by a grant from the Malden Cultural Council, a local agency, supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

YA Movie Matinee: Video Games – Friday, August 1st @ 3 PM

Young Adults in the 5th through 12th Grade are invited to the Malden Public Library to watch a movie, have some snacks and relax in the AC as we power on our consoles for a Video Game Film.

Join us for an animated film based on the Super Mario Bros. video games on Friday August 1st from 3:00 – 5:00 PM. We will have snacks and light refreshments while they last. No sign up is required for this Rated PG film.

Lindsay & her Puppet Pals: Thursday, August 7, 3:00 p.m.

Lindsay’s funny, fast paced, and highly interactive variety show delights the young and the young at heart! Kids will meet several larger-than-life, hand-crafted puppets. Maybe a dancing robot, a shy dragon, a heroic tiger, or a singing dinosaur! Come find out who’s making an appearance this time!

Lindsay has been performing full time since 2011. Through animated storytelling and thoughtful messaging, she hopes to inspire creative play, resilience, and empathy in even the youngest. She also believes shared joy and laughter strengthens communities. This program is a great fit for ages 3-8 and families.

This program, presented in coordination with the North Suburban Child & Family Resource Network, is supported by a grant from the Malden Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

 

Tie-Dye for Kids: Friday, July 18 – 3 sessions

Kids, don’t miss the tie-dying fun on Friday afernoon, July 18! Kids will be able to choose their own colors and create their own tie-dye  t-shirt. Sign-up is required (see below). There will be three sessions to choose from:  2:30, 3:00, and 3:30pm. (The process can get messy, so be sure to wear clothes that can take the abuse.) This tie-dying activity is appropriate for kids ages 5-10 and will take place on the front lawn of the library.

For 2:30, register HERE.

For 3:00, register HERE.

For 3:30, register HERE.

This program is funded by Preotle, Lane & Associates, Ltd.

 

Housing Assistance Drop-In Hours

Free legal assistance for those with housing concerns, no appointment necessary! Just come by the Malden Public Library between 10am-12pm to speak with an attorney about eviction, financial assistance, affordable housing, etc. Brought to you by the Malden Office of Housing Stability, and held on the 4th Wednesday of every month in Study Room 1. If you have questions, please reach out to (781) 322-9119 ext. 146, or email housingstability@cityofmalden.org.

Ania Borto – July Artist

Our featured artist for the month of July is Ania Borto, a “weekend photographer” who loves capturing the moments of life that make it all worthwhile. Through her lens, she seeks to reveal the textures, colors, and patterns that often go unnoticed, inspiring others to connect more deeply with the natural world. Creating imagery that feels uplifting and visually positive brings her artistic fulfillment. She is dedicated to capturing the intricate beauty of the world around us. Her work focuses on close-up details, enchanting woodland scenes, and vast, evocative landscapes.

A reception for the artist will be held on Tuesday July 15,  from 6-7 pm and everyone is welcome to attend.