Blog: Month: October 2025

World Movie Night: Nov. 19th, 2025: 6:00-8:00pm

Posted on by Stacy Holder

Please join us for World Movie Night on Wednesday, November 19, 2025: 6:00-8:00pm at the Malden Public Library.

We will be showing a martial arts classic of Chinese cinema about a House Of Flying Daggers. The film stars Ziyi Zhang, Andy Lau, and Takeshi Kaneshiro and it is directed by Yimou Zhang.

“During the reign of the Tang dynasty in China, a secret organization called “The House of the Flying Daggers” rises and opposes the government. Leo is a police officer who sends officer Jin to investigate a young dancer named Mei, claiming that she has ties to the “Flying Daggers” organization. Leo ends up arresting Mei, only to have Jin break her free in a plot to gain her trust and lead the police to the new leader of the secret organization. But things are far more complicated than they seem.”

Rated PG-13 (115 min.) (2004) (In Mandarin, with English subtitles)

Free snacks will be provided. Movie times are approximate.

Book Squad – Book Club for 4th/5th Graders – Thursday, March 5, 2026

Posted on by Rebecca Smith

Beginning March 5, this book club for 4th and 5th graders will meet monthly on the first Thursday of the month at 4:00pm for about 50 minutes. The program will include an informal book discussion, some snacks, and a book-related activity when appropriate. Sign up online, at the Children’s Room desk, or by calling the Children’s Room at 781.388.0803. Regular attendance is expected. Pick up the book from the Children’s Room desk and read it before the club meeting.

March 5 selection:  TBA

Music at the Blissful – Saturday, October 25, 3:00pm

Posted on by Rebecca Smith

Families with young children are invited to join us for a wonderful  music program on Saturday, October 25, at 3:00pm. Music at the Blissful is Evan Haller, a multi-award-winning and national-touring children’s musician. His popular programs help children grow mentally, physically, emotionally, cognitively while building a sense of community both within families and between families.

This program is funded by the Friends of the Malden Public Library.

Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Celebration – Wednesday, Oct. 29, 6:30pm

Posted on by Rebecca Smith
Día de los Muertos
I remember Abuelito: A Day of the Dead Story Bilingual Storytelling Event
Recuerdo a Abuelito: Una historia de día de muertos
 
This 3-part program, presented in both English and Spanish, is designed to be fun, energetic, and interactive, with 1) storytelling, 2) arts and craft activity, and 3) singing, dancing, or a dynamic game. Recommended for ages 5-8.
This program is supported by a grant from the Malden Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.
 

This Mexican holiday is a celebration when families welcome back the souls of their deceased relatives for a brief reunion that includes food, drink and celebration. In this story a young girl prepares to honor her beloved grandfather. She misses him very much and is excited for his spirit to visit that night.

The Spanish language is incomparable. Spanish is the official language of 21 countries. Spanish Fun Program was created to help teach the language to children and adults. We do this through songs and music, fun games, visual images, real world field trips, storytelling and much more.

Everyone can learn to speak Spanish, from children to adults, although the best age to learn any second language is before the age of 8 to 10 years old. We don’t just look at speaking the language, we know culture has a great deal to do with how you speak, that’s why we focus on traditions and culture of the Hispanic country.

 

Creature Feature on the Library Lawn 10.25 @ 6pm

Posted on by Cait Quinn

POSTPONED TO SATURDAY, OCT. 25! Join us on the lawn for a Halloween creature feature. We’ll be showing Creature from the Black Lagoon on a blow up movie screen. There will be warm drinks and of course Halloween candy. Please remember to dress for the weather as October nights get chilly. Also plan for the main library building to close at 6pm. So bathroom breaks may rely on local business generosity. Movie run time is a crisp 79 minutes. So unlike the current movies, it will be over before you know it. Sundown is at 5:45 and we should be rolling at 6pm. So bring your blankets, chairs, and love of old monster makeup because this is the movie night you shouldn’t miss. Costumes are encouraged but not necessary. Cait, your host, however will be dressed to impress.

Fall Book Sale by the Friends of the Malden Public Library!

Posted on by Cait Quinn

The Big Fall Book Sale is here! The Friends of the Malden Public Library will have a huge book sale on Friday, October 17th, from 6-9pm. This is an early access preview sale for Friends members only. Join the Friends on Friday night or renew your membership to gain the best access to the book sale.

The Friends Fall Book Sale is open to everyone on Saturday, October 18th, from 10:00am to 2:00pm. We have thousands of books, DVDs, children’s books, cookbooks, and more! Cash, check or digital payments accepted. Stop by on Saturday for a delicious cup of coffee from Cornucopia Foods, and say hi to our book sale sponsors: The Malden Police Dept.

The Friends Book Sale helps raise money for Library programs, museum passes, technology, movie nights, teen programs, children’s programs, high demand bestsellers, and more. We look forward to seeing you there!

YA Craft: Fall Soap Making

Posted on by Patrick Brennan

Young Adults in the 5th through 12th grade are invited to the Malden Public Library on November 5th at 3:00 PM to take part in our next craft program: Fall Soap Making.

Teens will get to pick scents, colors and add ins to make a perfect candle for fall fun.  Sign Up is required and space is limited, so reserve your spot today:

https://maldenpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/ya-craft-fall-soap-making/

Book Bunch, 3rd Thursday of month – book club for 2nd & 3rd graders

Posted on by Rebecca Smith

Beginning October 16, this book club for 2nd and 3rd graders will meet monthly on the third Thursday of the month at 4:00pm for 50 minutes. The program will include an informal book discussion, some snacks, and a book-related activity when appropriate. Sign up online, at the Children’s Room desk or by calling the Children’s Room at 781.388.0803. Regular attendance is expected. Pick up the book from the Children’s Room desk at least 2 weeks in advance and read it before the club meeting.

October 16 selection:  Animal Rescue Friends by Gina Loveless

November 20 selection: Orris and Timble by Kate DiCamillo

December 18 selection:  Squished by Megan Wagner Lloyd

January 15 selection:  The Unlucky Lottery Winners of Classroom 13 by Honest Lee and Matthew J. Gilbert

February 19 selection:

Preschool Storytime – Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.

Posted on by Rebecca Smith

Storytime for preschoolers (appropriate for ages 3-5) is offered weekly on a drop-in basis on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. beginning September 19. Each hour-long program will feature several picture books, songs and rhymes, and a simple craft. No need to register! Just come to the Children’s Room on Thursday and arrive by 10:30 a.m.

(Unfortunately we are unable to accommodate preschool groups in the post-storytime craft activity, but groups are welcome to attend the picture book portion at the beginning of the program.)