March 31, 2021Memory Makers / Season 2021 Malden reads is collaborating with Umass Boston’s Healey library on a malden community archive for their Mass. Memories road show program. Due to the pandemic, we are currently doing a virtual version of this in-person event. Any member of the Malden community can submit up to three photos for … [...]
January 25, 2021Season 2021Malden Reads is collaborating with UMass Boston’s Healey Library on a Malden community archive for their Mass. Memories Road Show program. Due to the pandemic, we are currently doing a virtual version of this in-person event. Any member of the Malden community can submit up to three photos for the … [...]
January 25, 2021Season 2021Influential Books Karyn Alzayer, creator of the Influential Books project launched in 2020. Community members will have the opportunity to add the titles & authors of the books that have most influenced them. Details TBA Like the lighting of the Olympic torch, delivering the book to city hall will signify … [...]
January 16, 2021Season 2021 / UncategorizedDOOR DECORATING CONTEST In celebration of our 11th year kickoff, Malden Reads is inviting the community to participate and celebrate together, while staying safe at home. This year’s book, Born a Crime by Trevor Noah, is the popular comedian’s memoir telling about growing up in South Africa during … [...]
January 9, 2021Season 2021Malden Reads Selects Trevor Noah’s “Born a Crime” for 11th Year Book By Natasha Eslami In Born a Crime, Trevor Noah, the popular comedian and host of the cable TV show “The Daily Show,” recounts his childhood growing up in South Africa, the son of a white father and a Black mother. At the … [...]
December 24, 2020Season 2021Malden Reads is pleased to announce the selection of companion books for young readers, all of which complement the themes of the 2021 main book selection, Born a Crime by Trevor Noah. These books were chosen by a group of educators, librarians, and other individuals in the community offering their … [...]