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.
Stories Only YOU Can Tell
Explore your roots and family legacies through traditional narrative, poetry and even songwriting (lyrics) in this creative workshop led by acclaimed spoken word artist CD Collins.
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 …
Books & Brews at Idle Hands
Enjoy a thought-provoking discussion about this year's Malden Reads book over a made-in-Malden brew at Idle Hands Craft Ales.
Draw Your Story!
Tell a short personal story through words and pictures in this graphic illustration workshop taught by a talented young illustrator and animation artist.
Poetry from Around the World
Listen to poetry in world languages read by local residents. English translation also provided.
Talk Baseball with Steve Kluger
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.