Ed Myskowski of Salem’s Peabody Essex Museum will present a lecture on the geologic features of the Fells Reservation on Tuesday, December 1, 7 p.m., Botume House, 4 Woodland Road, Stoneham.
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Team T.A.D.D. West and Team T.A.D.D. South. When you see these words, can you say that you know who these groups are, what they do and what they stand for?
If your answer is no to any of these questions, to me, that is a problem.
I am part of Team T.A.D.D., which stands for Teens against Drinking and Drugs and is a youth organization through Medford Health Matters. Our mission is to reduce underage drinking in Medford as well as change the perception of social norms.
Medford 2010 Recycling Flyer
To guarantee collection, trash must be out on curb by 7:00AM on your trash day. Trash collection will be ONE DAY DELAYED during a holiday week.
Unacceptable Wastes: Window, doors, paneling, 2×4’s, bathtubs, sinks, toilets, sheetrock, heavy machinery (engine blocks, transmissions,etc.), stumps, hedges, automotive batteries, tires, motor oil, antifreeze, florescent bulbs, toxic and volatile chemicals (Oil base paint, paint thinner, driveway sealers, wood strippers or any other household chemical), propane tanks.
No hazardous material. The closest Household Hazardous Product (HHP) site is in Lexington on Hartwell Avenue (call the DPW for schedule and details) 393-2419. Small branches tied in 3’ bundles are accepted-on yard waste collection weeks ONLY.
Bulk Waste Collection: Mattresses, box springs, sofas, chairs, desks may be put out at curbside at no charge. Rugs and carpeting must be rolled and tied.
Trash must be in proper receptacles i.e. metal trash cans or a Rubbermaid® type container.
Used motor oil may be brought to Valvoline Instant Oil Change on Salem Street-no charge.
White Goods: washers, dryers, air conditioners, stoves, dehumidifiers, dishwasher, etc. and C.R.T.’s: televisions and computer monitors require a $25 collection sticker-obtained at the DPW Office at City Hall or by check payable to City of Medford and sent to the Department of Public Works, City Hall – Room 304.
If you have more recycling that your recycling bin holds, another container (similar size to bin-NO BARRELS) can be used.
Recycling bins available in Room 304 for a small fee.
The Following items may be brought to the D.P.W.Office at City Hall-Room 304
Small mercury-bearing devices. Small devices include: thermometers, blood pressure machines, and thermostats. Mercury Thermometer Exchange (when available) Cellular Phones, Ni-cad rechargeable batteries, button batteries Ink Cartridges
COMPOST BINS AVAILABLE FOR A FEE!
MassDOT has posted to the Green Line extension project website three new documents about the project that were presented at public meetings this week.
A Fall 2009 Product Fact Sheet was distributed at Wednesday’s Public Hearing on the Draft Environmental Impact Report, where an overview PowerPoint presentation also was made.
On Tuesday at the Medford City Council meeting, a brochure outlining the potential property tax impacts of the project was distributed.
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In conjunction with the VOICES & BODIES performances happening at Springstep in Medford Square this Saturday (a capella vocals & body music, two shows, cafe seating with wine & food), there’s going to be an all-ages family workshop for just $5 earlier in the day:
Family Friendly Workshop – Hambone and “Found Sound”
(All Ages) with Evie Ladin
Saturday, November 14, 2:30-3:30pm Only 5 bucks!
During the time of slavery in the U.S., African slaves were not allowed to play any of the drums that were a part of their cultural communication. Without instruments, they turned their rhythmic knowledge in part to a body music called Hambone. Using traditional African-American Hambone as a start, this family-friendly, all-ages body percussion workshop will get people clapping, stomping, singing, and snapping with fun rhythms. Syncopated and funky, Hambone rhythms lie at the foundation of American music, and are easy and fun to learn. Often accompanied by songs, Hambone teaches some basic rhythmic coordination in the context of a traditional body percussion style.
The Northeast Center for Healthy Communities manages the Drug Free Communities Support Program (DFC) on behalf of Medford Health Matters.
The primary goals of the DFC are to: 1) build coalition and partnership capacity to address factors that contribute to youth substance abuse in the community, and 2) reduce youth substance abuse of tobacco, marijuana and prescription drugs among youth in Medford. Strategies to achieve these goals include: social marketing campaign targeting 6-12 graders; compliance checks of marijuana related tobacco products and alcohol; shoulder tap surveys; community forums and events; awards to youth asset builders; monthly newspaper column; support to Team TADD South & Team TADD West; support to newly forming Parent Advisory Group; review of prescription drug abuse data; and policy review and analysis.
Join Local Historian Dee Morris at the Salem Street Burial Ground
Sunday, November 8 at 11:00 a.m. and you might see yourself in pictures!
(At least 12 people are needed!)
MHS will sponsor a talk by local historian Dee Morris at the cemetery as part of an upcoming informercial about our activities, projects and plans for the future. We’ll be working to get videographer Steve Eliopoulos his best shots of our important cemetery and Medford’s active citizens. With a crowd of at least 12 people assembled, Dee will deliver a historical perspective that will fascinate and sometimes amuse.
If you would like to take part in this event, first please notify Maura McEnaney by
phone (781-254-6987) or simply email us at mhsqueries@yahoo.com. Then come on down to the Salem Street Burial Ground (corner of Salem Street and River Street) at 11:00 a.m.
The History of Medford’s Temple Shalom
Sunday, November 8 at 2:00 p.m.
photo by vax-o-matic
Mayor Michael J. McGlynn & Mass Energy Consumers Alliance
Invite you and your family to attend”Harvest the Wind Festival”
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2009 – 10 AM to 1 PM
It can be confusing to determine when and how to best prune our shrubs and trees. Chuck Sherzi, Certified Arborist and Horticulturist, will help us sort it all out. In this slide show, lecture, and demonstration, Chuck will cover pruning practices, tools, and techniques. He has taught classes and workshops at the Landscape Institute and the Arnold Arboretum. Accredited by the Northeast Organic Farming Association (NOFA), he is also a Soil Food web Advisor. Don’t miss this opportunity!
Medford Garden Club, Thurs., Nov. 5 7:00 pm, Medford Public Library 111 High Street
The Homework Club at the West Medford Community Center (111 Arlington Street) will reopen its doors to children in the Medford Community on Tuesday, October 13. The club meets every
Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30 to 5, offering help and support to elementary school children with their homework. We also provide snacks and there are lots of games to play when homework is finished.
The volunteers include parents, senior citizens, high school students and Tufts students. One family member must pay a small WMCC yearly membership cost, but the club is otherwise is free to participating children..
The program brings together children and adults in a positive way, supports children in achieving good academic work at school, and fosters community. For further information contact Anne Thompson at 781-646-1634 or Anne Thompson ATHOMPSO@BATES.edu
Medford is an active and healthy community! Attend one of the many events
Get tips on talking to your teen about underage drinking.
See more photos from our Medford Flickr group and even contribute some of your own.