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.
Being an integral part of the Malden community, the Malden Public Library provides the following community links and a resource to our local population. Here are some updated links and resources that may be useful to community members who are new to Malden and/or the United States, and those who wish to support them!
Click the name of the organization to be taken to their website; when available, direct contact information for the organization will be listed beneath their description. Descriptions in quotations come directly from the organizations linked.
New Arrivals Resources
“The Brazilian Worker Center is a non-profit organization that capacitates immigrant workers to learn about workplace rights, immigration, and health equity. We empower immigrants with knowledge and skills to promote economic, social, political and racial justice for all.”
The Family Welcome Center at the Allston BWC provides assistance and resources (including emergency housing) to new arrivals from many countries.
The Everett Haitian Community Center
“The Everett Haitian Community Center (EHCC) is proud to have been serving immigrant and marginalized communities in Everett and Greater Boston for the past 7 years.” EHCC offers assistance with housing, food, citizenship classes, employment, and more.
MIRA Resources (Massachusetts Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy Coalition):
“MIRA is the largest coalition in New England promoting the rights and integration of immigrants and refugees. With offices in Massachusetts and New Hampshire, we advance this mission through education and training, leadership development, institutional organizing, strategic communications, policy analysis and advocacy.”
MIRA Citizenship Application Assistance
MIRA Immigration Advocate Legal Helpline
“This helpline number is open to all Massachusetts-based providers serving immigrants and refugees and accepts voicemails 24/7 at (508) 293-1871. This helpline operates as a non-emergency service.
Immediate Resources for Immigrants (MIRA): Links and contact information for emergency assistance shelter, Family Welcome Centers, Food/Nutrition/Medical Resources.
Immigrant Support Alliance, Melrose, MA (website under construction)
“A nonprofit coalition of volunteers that partners with resettlement agencies to provide food, housing, financial, and social support to our clients, helping them on their journey towards becoming independent, contributing members of our communities.”
The Immigrant Learning Center, Malden, MA
The Immigrant Learning Center, Inc. (ILC) is a not-for-profit organization. The English Language Program provides free, year-round ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes to help immigrant and refugee adults in Greater Boston become successful workers, parents and community members.
“Rian empowers immigrants, refugees, and international exchange visitors on the path to opportunity, safety and a better future.” Rian provides immigration legal services, English classes, citizenship classes, resource and support services, education & career services, International Exchange Visitor Visa Program, community building opportunities, and advocating for just and humane immigration policies.
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, this bilingual storytelling program features the beautiful legend about the origin and the foundation of the city of Cusco that became the historic capital of the Inca Empire. The story has been told through generations in Peru, and still there are many native indigenous that believe the Inca Kingdom will come back. Recommended for ages 5+.
This 3-part program is designed to be fun, energetic, and interactive, with 1) storytelling, 2) arts and craft activity, and 3) singing, dancing, or a dynamic game.
This program is supported by a grant from the Malden Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.
Calling all readers, writers and history lovers. In honor of Malden’s 375th Anniversary, join us on Thursday, September 5 at the Malden Public Library for a marathon reading of Malden’s best published memoirs. We will be collectively reading aloud works of personal storytelling in two sessions – 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (daytime) and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. (evening). Aspiring memoir writers are invited to share short excerpts from their own stories of childhood and teenage years. Or simple come to be inspired to begin to write your own story.
Works we will read aloud include: Childhood in the Old Parsonage by Darius Cobb, Linden on the Saugus Branch by Elliot Paul, Back Then: One Family’s Way of Life in the 1930’s and the 1940’s by John Bowman, Delightful Yesterdays by Emma Fall Schofield, and Monkey Corner: Life on the Outside Looking In by Jerry (Rocky) Romano.
Memoirs also have historical value. They provide insight into world events from the author’s perspective and allow us to understand what a person felt in a given time period. This event is part of the City of Malden’s 375th celebration, a year-long program that honors the rich history, vibrant culture, and resilient spirit of our City. Check out other upcoming 375th events at https://www.cityofmalden.org/1041/Maldens-375th-Anniversary-Page
For more information, contact the Library at 781-324-0218. Light refreshments will be served.
It’s hard to believe that the End of Summer Community Party is already here! This Friday, Aug. 16 at 11am, come join us for cake, music, games, and more on the front lawn! No registration is required, and you do not have to have participated in summer reading to attend.
BUT if you’ve been reading all summer and not registered for our summer reading challenges, it’s still not too late! Sign up on our Beanstack site HERE or via the Beanstack app on your phone, and you can backlog your previous weeks’ reading minutes (honest estimates are okay)!
Tuesday, Aug. 13th at 4-5pm! Join us for a presentation illustrating all the opportunities for fun and exploration at one of our nearest natural resources. Frien
Next Tuesday: Through Me to You: Puppet Storytime! Join Leigh, Newton, and the rest of the Through Me to You Puppetry gang for 30 minutes of stories and songs performed by the puppets, followed by Puppet Free Play. The stories & songs are interactive, allowing the kids to engage both their minds and bodies during the show. Recommended for ages 5-7, and there is no registration required! The program is generously funded by Preotle, Lane & Associates, Ltd.
Thursday, Aug. 8th at 6pm! The Mystic Valley Watershed Association will be coming by to talk about the Malden River as a part of the Mystic Valley Watershed, and how a healthy environment and access to nature can benefit our community as a whole! This program will be held in the Maccario Room, and no registration is required. In the meantime, you can learn more about MyRWA here: https://mysticriver.org/
This Friday, Aug. 9th, 10:30-11:30am! Join us with Firefighter Sara to learn about fire safety, and to celebrate the 80th birthday of Smokey Bear! This program is located in the Children’s Room, and recommended for ages 4 and up. No registration is required.