Celebrate a fun and game filled Summer this year with a YA Gaming party on Friday, August 8th from 3:00 – 4:30. YA in the 5th through 12th grades are invited to play video games, board games and card games at the Malden Public Library together.
No sign up is needed, but pizza, snacks and light refreshments will be served to make sure to arrive on time before they are gone.
Young Adults in the 5th through 12th grade are invited to the Malden Public Library on August 5th, from 3:00-4:00 to try their hand at painting miniature models.
From wargaming to D&D, there are plenty of unpainted minis out there, and a world of new hobbies that ask you to apply small details to minis. Teens will learn some tips and tricks, and be able to take home their own painted mini Orc or Space Soldier.
Young Adults in the 5th through 12th are invited to make their own Pocket Monster at the Malden Public Library. Join us on Tuesday, July 22nd from 3:00 – 4:00 in the Program Room for this fun and fast craft. Bandai Model Crafts require that you snap your creation together like a puzzle following simple instructions. Sign up is required so make sure to reserve your spot today:
https://maldenpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/ya-craft-pokemon-models/
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.
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.
We’ll supply the LEGO bricks, and children can have fun using their imaginations and creating their own LEGO projects on Wednesday, July 23, from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. Recommended for grades K-5.
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.
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.
Kids will be able to choose from a variety of LEGO building sets, assemble their own set, and then take it home!
Recommended for ages 7-10. Registration is required. Register HERE.
These LEGO sets are made possible with generous funding from the Friends of the Malden Public Library.
