The Malden Public Library will be closed on Tuesday, Nov. 11 2025, in honor of Veterans Day and those who served their country.
Library Closed on Tues. 11/11/25 for Veterans Day
The Malden Public Library will be closed on Tuesday, Nov. 11 2025, in honor of Veterans Day and those who served their country.
Young Adults in the 5th through 12th grade are invited to the MPL on Tuesday, November 18th from 3:00-4:00 to paint their own masterpiece. Sign up today to make your own Paint By Numbers work of art to hang on your wall. No artistic talent? No problem so long as you can count to 100.
Sign up here below to secure your spot today:
https://maldenpubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/ya-arts-paint-by-numbers/
As of November 1st members of our community lost one essential government service that keeps them and their families fed. Many organizations, community leaders, neighbors and friends are coming together to fill in the gaps while we wait for the government to fulfill its obligations to the SNAP food assistance program. If you or someone you know is looking for food access, here are some resources that should help.
SNAP Resources by Caitlin Quinn
Are you interested is showing your work at the Malden Public Library? We will be accepting applications on October 30, 2025 until December 30, 2025. This is a great opportunity for local artists to show their work.
https://maldenpubliclibrary.org/services/rotating-art-exhibit/
You can see more information on the Library Services page, see Rotating Art Exhibit.
Anyone interested in applying should also send examples of their work to : mcoombs@maldenpubliclibrary.org
Rotating Artists 2025 by Caitlin Quinn
Get ready for high-energy, clean fun for the whole family!
Join Jarell Rochelle, seen on “So You Think You Can Dance, TED, and PBS’s Blackademics,” Tuesday November 4th at 3pm. He’ll be leading: Hip Hop XPression, a lively and inclusive dance class where everyone can move, groove, and express themselves. No experience needed—just bring your energy, your love for music, and your best moves!
Perfect for all ages, this class blends the upbeat rhythms of hip hop with easy-to-follow choreography, making it fun for children of all ages and their family members. Come ready to sweat, smile, and dance like nobody’s watching!
More about Jarell Rochelle: “For those who I have yet to meet – my name is Jarell Howard IV Rochelle, and I’m a movement artist, speaking artist, educator, and performer dedicated to the transformative power of authentic Xpression through hip-hop – street dance, and multidisciplinary art forms. Growing up in the vibrant and diverse community of Alief, Texas, I was immersed in a rich cultural tapestry that shaped my artistic journey and fueled my passion for dance and storytelling. […] At the core of my work is my teaching pedagogy, Xpress VIBE, where we provide performances, workshops, and educational programs that emphasize the power of self-expression through hip-hop culture and street dance styles. Our services are designed to address the need for creative outlets in communities, particularly for young people of color and/or any marginalized audiences who often find their voices stifled or overlooked. We aim to create spaces where individuals can explore and express their emotions through dance, storytelling, and other art forms. Currently- I employ my teaching pedagogy in my courses at Salem State University as a newly appointed associate professor of dance in the Music & Dance Department at Salem State tasked with revitalizing and re-imagining the Hip Hop Concentration and what the focused major constitutes – street dance is a HUGE piece in the academic landscaping puzzle.”
This program is funded by the Friends of the Malden Public Library.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.