Join us for a multicultural celebration of holiday traditions from around the world. This family-friendly event offers story time and crafts for pre-school – age 9, free books (if children are present at the event), games, snacks, make & take activities and a visit from Santa! Santa will read stories, …
Join us as we honor Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Malden at the Malden River behind the Malden DPW (356 Commercial St.). Appropriate for all ages. Thomas “Spirit Tree” Green of the Neponset Band of the Massachusett will be sharing his wisdom with us. Come EARLY for a beautiful ceremony blessing …
Performances from the “Stories Only You Can Tell” workshop, offered through Malden Reads, will take place during Malden PorchFest
Margie Yamamoto gives an insightful talk about the Japanese-American internment in the U.S. during WWII through the sharing of her family’s personal story.
Fascinating talk about about baseball, including its role in the Japanese internment camps, given by author Steve Kluger, who helped lead the effort to restore the field at Manzanar.
A talk and tour of the Converse Art Galleries and the Malden Public Library’s stunning collection of Japanese ukiyo-e prints purchased in the early 1900s.
A talk and tour of the Converse Art Galleries and the Malden Public Library’s stunning collection of Japanese ukiyo-e prints purchased in the early 1900s.
Listen to poetry in world languages read by local residents. English translation also provided.
Create a beautiful origami lotus flower in this hands-on workshop at the Malden Public Library.
Enjoy a meal with other Malden Reads participants at a local ramen restaurant. Slurp noodles and discuss themes related to this year’s book selection!
