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May 12, 2026
Vol. I · No. 29 Community· Politics· Environment· Events Past Issues
Today in Medford

A Busy Tuesday Ahead

Six major events scheduled across city government, schools, and civic boards

Medford residents have a full slate of civic engagement opportunities this evening, with meetings spanning education, transportation, community preservation, and city governance. The School Committee convenes for a critical public budget hearing, while the City Council, Traffic Commission, and Community Garden Commission all meet at City Hall. Meanwhile, AP exams continue at Medford High School.

Why it matters: Tonight's School Committee budget hearing offers residents a direct voice in how the district allocates resources for Fiscal Year 2027. The City Council meeting addresses ongoing municipal business, while the Traffic Commission tackles local transportation issues that affect daily commutes.
5:00 PM
School Committee Public Budget Hearing
Zoom Only

Community members can submit input on the Superintendent's Recommendation for the FY2027 Operating Budget.

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Traffic Commission Meeting
Medford City Hall

Regular monthly meeting to address traffic and transportation matters.

6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Community Preservation Committee Meeting
Medford City Hall

Regular meeting of the Community Preservation Committee.

7:00 PM
City Council Meeting
Medford City Hall, Howard Alden Memorial Chambers

Regular biweekly meeting held in-person and via Zoom.

7:00 PM
Community Garden Commission Meeting
Medford City Hall

Regular meeting of the Community Garden Commission.

All Day
AP Exams
Medford High School, 489 Winthrop St

Advanced Placement examinations continue for students.

Around Town

Recurring · Every Week
Live Music
Down By Riverside Blues Jam
Recurring — check schedule

The spiritual successor to the legendary Johnny D's blues jam, hosted at Arts Collaborative Medford.

162 Mystic Ave, Medford
Food & Drink
Great American Beer Hall — Trivia & Events
Weekly — see calendar

Medford's big multipurpose hall runs trivia nights, DJs, and line dancing twice monthly. Always something on.

142 Mystic Ave, Medford
Library
Medford Public Library Programs
Daily — 1,000+ events/year

Book clubs, cooking classes, live music, dance workshops, STEM for kids, and more. The city's most active community hub.

111 High St, Medford
Outdoors
Clippership Connector Path
Open daily

Paved riverside path connecting Medford to the Mystic River Greenway. Popular for running, walking, and cycling.

Riverside Ave, Medford