Malden Reads is thrilled to announce the kickoff of our 2025 season! This year’s community read selection is The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind by William Kamkwamba. Set in drought-stricken Malawi, this inspiring true story follows a young boy who, despite incredible obstacles, used his ingenuity to bring electricity and …

Join us for a discussion of The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind led by Mayor Gary Christenson.

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 …