10:30am & 3:00pm | Moon & Back Storytime

Join us for a cozy afternoon at Moon and Back Bookstore! This locally loved shop is the perfect backdrop for stories, crafts, and community. We’re hosting two special sessions with Miss Marie—including a dedicated slot for our school-aged neighbors!

Choose Your Session:

• 10:30am–11:00am: Geared toward our littlest bookworms and preschoolers.
• 3:00pm–3:30pm: Geared toward school-aged kids—stop by on your way home from school!

The Fun:

• Storytime: Enjoy favorite tales read by the one and only Miss Marie.
• Craft & Snack: Make a colorful flower craft and enjoy a quick snack.
• The Treat: Every attendee receives a BOGO (Buy One, Get One) discount for CB Scoops right across the street!

Registration requested: Space is cozy, so please RSVP to help us prep enough crafts.

Cost: Free & Open to All. Come for the books, stay for the ice cream!

7:30 PM – 10:30 PM | Great American Beer Hall

Get ready to double the fun! We’re heading to the Great American Beer Hall for their popular weekly Line Dancing night. It’s the perfect excuse to grab a round of drinks with friends and show off your MFN spirit on the dance floor.

The Details:

• Lessons Included: Each session features professional lessons, so don't worry if you're a beginner—they’ll get you moving in no time!
• MFN Favorites: We’re hopeful a few MFN favorite leaders will be joining the crowd to dance the night away.
• Visit Our Table: The Friends of the MFN will have a table set up with fun and info. Come say hi between songs!

Cost: Free & Open to All. Come for the high-energy dancing and the great community vibes.

No RSVP required—just lace up your boots and show up!

3:00pm – 7:00pm | Condon Shell Park

It’s the official Opening Day of the Medford Farmers Market, and we wouldn’t miss it! Join us as we celebrate the start of the season with special Spirit Week crafts and more from the FMFN.

The Friends of the Medford Family Network (FMFN) will be hosting a craft table, and as always, the Miss Marie and MFN will be there with the favorite blue tarp and plenty of fun-filled activities for the kids!

Registration: No registration is required to attend, but an RSVP is requested! It helps us make sure we have enough craft supplies for every child who stops by to create.

10:00am–12:00pm | Victory Park

Grab your favorite stuffed friend and join the MFN at Victory Park on Friday, June 5th for a very special morning! We are coming together to honor and celebrate the wonderful Marie Cassidy as she embarks on her well-deserved retirement.

This is more than just a picnic; it’s a chance for our "village" to show some love for Marie's years of dedication while enjoying all the MFN favorites.

The Fun-Filled Highlights:

• Bubbles, parachute play, balls, and sidewalk chalk.
• Ride-ons and the famous "roller coasters."
• The Main Event: Our beloved Teddy Bear Parade!
• Cindy’s Amazing Giant Bubble Show! Watch as the sky fills with massive, shimmering bubbles.
• Special surprises from the Friends of the MFN to help the teddy bears celebrate Marie in style.

Good to Know:

• All are welcome! Whether your family has known Marie for a decade or just a few weeks, we’d love to have you there.
• Registration: No need to sign up in advance—simply check in at the registration table when you arrive at the park.
• Many local elected officials will be in attendance to show their community support and help us pay tribute to Marie’s incredible career.

Let’s fill Victory Park with teddy bears and happy wishes for Marie!

Brookings Street (Hillside) | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Keep the Medford Porchfest energy going with a family-friendly block party on Brookings Street! We’re creating a dedicated kid-friendly hub in the heart of the Hillside. While live music plays on nearby porches, our yard will be packed with activities for the little ones.

• Kids’ Karaoke! Let the little stars take the mic.
• Bubbles, sidewalk chalk, temporary tattoos, games, and crafts.
• Wander the neighborhood to hear the porch bands, then loop back for the kids' activities!

Cost: Free & Open to All.

RSVP & Support: No registration is required! However, if you'd like to let us know you're coming—or if you’d like to pitch in a few dollars to help cover the cost of crafts, fun, snacks and more—you can do so here.

Help us "paint the city purple" and spread the word about the Medford Family Network! By placing a #WeHeartMFN sign in your yard, you’re helping ensure that every neighbor knows about the vital resources the MFN provides. These evergreen signs are a beautiful way to show your support during Spirit Week and all year long.

• The Timeline: The first round of signs will be available for pickup starting late next week—just in time for the Spirit Week kickoff!
• Delivery/Pickup: Once they arrive, we’ll email you with a schedule of local pickup times and neighborhood drop-off options.
• The Impact: Every sign in a yard is a conversation starter that helps a new family discover the MFN village.