Young Adults in the 5th through 12th grade are invited to the Malden Public Library to clean up their act. Join us on Tuesday, April 15th from 3:00-4:30 in the Program Room for our homemade Soap Making craft. You will be able to add scents, colors and florals to truly design your own bar of soap.
Space is limited so sign up by stopping by clicking through the following link to reserve your spot today:
https://maldenpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/ya-craft-soap-making/
Please join us for Movie Night on Wednesday, April 23, 2025: 6:00-8:00pm at the Malden Public Library. We will be showing a movie written and directed by Jesse Eisenberg about A Real Pain. The film stars Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin. Kulkin recently won an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor.
“Mismatched cousins reunite for a tour through Poland to honor their beloved grandmother, but their old tensions resurface against the backdrop of their family history.” Rated R (90 min.) (2024) 96% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Free snacks will be provided. Movie times are approximate.
Joseph Jung is a photographer based in Malden. His images will be on display throughout the month of April and the library will be hosting an Artist Reception on Monday April 7th from 6-7pm. Everyone is welcome to attend.
These photos were shot on Kodak Ektar 100, a 35mm film known for its high saturation and fine grain. The bold colors and contrast produce an image that is not necessarily faithful to the original scene, but a hyper-rendered version, as if computer-generated. I felt this look was suitable for capturing nights in my hometown in southern California, where the abundance of artificial light in the absence of people gives the uncanny impression of being in an amusement park after hours. The light in these photos comes from various sources – lampposts, neon signage, passing cars, a television. As these are long exposures ranging anywhere from one to thirty seconds, light is shown behaving in ways that aren’t apparent to the naked eye, whose “shutter speed” is much higher.
Please join us for the Malden Reads Film Screening and discussion about William And The Windmill. We will be showing this film at the Malden Public Library on Wednesday, March 26, 2025: 6:00-8:00pm. This documentary explores the life of William Kamkwamba, author of the book, The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind, Malden Reads’ 2025 selection.
“With only a library book as his guide, 14-year-old William Kamkwamba builds a windmill in his Malawian village that changes his life forever. Using junk parts and an inexhaustible imagination, he harnesses enough energy to power a generator that saves his family from famine and resuscitates his dying farming community. An instant media sensation, the teen soon has the ability to chart a previously unimaginable future of TEDtalks, Ivy League schools, and speaking tours. But despite the help of an American entrepreneur who helps navigate his success, some changes threaten to capsize him. He was once just a kid back home, but suddenly he’s a village leader.” William And The Windmill is directed by Ben Nabors. The film is Not Rated (97 min.) (2013).
Pick up a copy of the book, The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind, at the Malden Public Library or find the digital copy on Libby.
For more details about our Malden Reads Film Screening & Discussion, please contact the Malden Public Library at 781-324-0218. Light refreshments will be served. This event is co-sponsored by Malden Reads and Malden Public Library.
Join us on Wednesday evening, March 19 at 6:30pm, to celebrate the arrival of spring with a special bilingual storytelling program. We will travel South to Chile and learn about the beautiful legend of their national flower. This tale from the Mapuche land tells the origin of Copihue, a flower symbol of friendship, happiness, and gratitude. This free program will feature storytelling (in Spanish and English), a creative activity, and a dynamic activity.
Recommended for families with children ages 5 and up.
This program is supported by a grant from the Malden Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.
Join us on Thursday March 6th from 7-8pm to hear authors Jay Wickersham, Chris Milford and Hope Mayo discuss their recent book Henry Hobson Richardson – drawings from the collection of the Houghton Library Harvard University.
The event is free and everyone is welcome, no registration is required.
The artwork by Edward Cardini will be on display throughout March.
Edward describes his work:
My art is a dynamic interplay of various techniques, combining elements of realism, impressionism, expressionism, and post-cubism.
Through my art, I aim to create a visual journey that fascinates and resonates with the viewer, inviting them to explore the depths of color, contrast, and composition.
Beginning November 7, this book club for 2nd and 3rd graders will meet monthly on the first 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 encouraged. Pick up the book from the Children’s Room desk 2-3 weeks in advance and read it before the club meeting.
November 7 selection: Real Pigeons Fight Crime by Andrew McDonald
December 5 selection: The Ember Stone by Katrina Charman
January 2 selection: Dragons in a Bag by Zetta Elliott
February 6 selection: Abigail Adams Pirate of the Caribbean by Steve Sheinkin
March 6 selection: Secret Explorers and the Lost Whales by SJ King
April 3 selection: Knights vs. Dinosaurs by Matt Phelan
May 1 selection:
Our monthly online poetry discussion group is led by Somerville’s Poet Laureate Lloyd Schwartz.
“The Definition of Love” by Andrew Marvell is the poem we’ll be discussing in March.
Registration is required and the link to join is sent out the day before the event.
To register : Let’s Talk About a Poem March
This program is made possible by the Malden Public Library, the Somerville Arts Council, and the Academy of American Poets and funds from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.
Please email Marita if you have questions. mcoombs@maldenpubliclibrary.org
Young Adults in the 5th through 12th Grade are invited to the MPL to learn about the fun collectible card game from Disney called “Lorcana”
This game came out in 2023, so its still fairly new which means its a great time to learn how to play. Come play with beginner decks and learn with peers on how to play the game. Join us on Thursday, March 20th from 3:00-4:30 PM. Space is limited in this fun program so sign up on Asssabet here today:
https://maldenpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/young-adult-gaming-learn-to-play-disneys-lorcana/