Featured Event
Workshop: Unlearn to Relearn – Breaking Down Systemic Racism
As part of the Malden Reads 2021 program, Malden Reads is collaborating with Malden Community Organizing for Racial Equity (MaldenCORE) and the City of Malden to host a free 4-part-virtual workshop about unpacking systemic racism in the United States. Workshop participants will be asked to read and reflect on the …
Comedy Night with Maya May
Maya May is a writer and stand-up comedian who uses humor to navigate the awkwardness of growing up a black nerd and only child in suburban Chicago. She will bring her brand of smart, funny and socially conscious humor to the virtual stage for our Malden Reads audience. In addition …
Season 12 Kickoff Celebration
J Malden Center 190 Pleasant St, Malden, Massachusetts, United StatesJoin us at the Malden Winter Festival to kickoff our twelfth season! As part of our culture of caring, everyone will be asked to wear a mask inside the venue and follow other health and COVID-19 safety precautions. Information on outdoor and indoor activities is below. Hope to see you …
Poetry from Around the World
Please join us for an opportunity to hear poets from around the world share their work in both English and their native languages. Hosted by Malden Reads and the Chinese Culture Connection. This is a virtual event that will take place on Zoom.
“Words on the Water” & “Project Misik” on the Malden River
Join us for a special community day to remember!"Words on the Water" (10am - 2pm) & "Project Misik" (12pm - 5pm)“The Boat Yard” behind the Malden DPW City Yard356 Commercial St. Malden Malden Reads & Project Misik collaborate on a day-long community event celebrating nature, community and cultural expression in …
City Council Presentation
Join the Malden Reads committee for their annual presentation to the Malden City Council.
“Allegiance” – Film Screening
Film screening of the Broadway play inspired by the true-life experience of George Takei.
Virtual Book Discussion w/Felicia & Chris
Join a virtual book discussion with Chris Hickey, facilitator of the Malden Writer's Collaborative, and Felicia Ryan, writer and host of the "Hi Felicia" podcast.
Film Screening: The Cats of Mirikitani
Documentary about red-beret-ed Jimmy Mirikitani, a feisty painter working and living on the street, near the World Trade Center, when 9/11 devastates the neighborhood.
Mayor’s Book Discussion
Join Malden Mayor Gary Christenson in a thoughtful discussion of the Malden Reads book selection, "They Called Us Enemy" by George Takei.
Interfaith Worship Service
People of all faiths and no faith are invited to this First Parish Worship Service exploring the themes from this year's Malden Reads book selection.
Book Discussion at First Parish
Join members of First Parish for a lively book discussion of "They Called Us Enemy" by George Takei. This discussion will take place following the coffee hour after the Malden Reads Worship Service at 10:30 AM. You are welcome to attend the service and/or coffee hour or come just for …