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Sunset, Storytelling and Stargazing on Waitt’s Mount

April 20, 2016 neighbormedia 0

Malden Reads will hold a special all-ages event for the 2016 program—“Sunset, Storytelling and Stargazing on Waitt’s Mount”—to be held Saturday, April 30, weather permitting. The community is invited to the top of Waitt’s Mount Park in Malden (off Leonard Street) to watch the sunset, hear storytelling (for children) and gaze at the stars with the help of the Amateur Telescope Makers of Boston (ATMoB). Professional storyteller Sharon Kennedy will begin telling stories at 7:30 p.m. with sunset occurring at 7:43 p.m. Parents with young children may only want to stay for the storytelling portion, but are welcome to stay longer. Stargazing will start after twilight, around 8:30 p.m. One or more telescopes will be set up for viewing and a member of the ATMoB will serve as a guide to the night sky. Inspired by this year’s book selection, “The Martian” by Andy Weir, this event is a community celebration of both art and science, a chance to enjoy a “hidden gem” of a park in Malden, and a communal way to experience the […]

Clean up at Waitt’s Mount with Ryan O’Malley

April 14, 2016 neighbormedia 0

In honor of Earth Day and preparing for the Malden Reads “Sunset, Storytelling and Stargazing on Waitt’s Mount” event on April 30, there will be a clean up at Waitt’s Mount Saturday, April 23, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Ward 4 Councilor Ryan O’Malley will host the event at the recently-renovated Waitt’s Mountain Park. This is a chance, he says, to meet your neighbors and enjoy the amazing view atop the Mount. Refreshments and pizza will be provided. The clean up will help get the park ready for the summer and the Malden Reads stargazing event that will happen the following week at the park. The DPW will provide trash bags and a limited number of equipment/tools. But, bring your own gloves/tools if you have them. Waitt’s Mount is located near 79 Leonard St., Malden. Parking is available at the park and on Leonard and Tremont streets.

Sousaku Bistro welcomes Malden Eats on April 19

April 13, 2016 neighbormedia 0

Malden Reads is excited to announce the third edition of the Malden Eats Community Dining series. We invite you to share a convivial meal, at the same time exploring themes related to this year’s Malden Reads selection, “The Martian” by Andy Weir, using “Table Talk” cards as discussion prompts. You do not need to have read the book yet to attend. On Tuesday, April 19 at 7 p.m., join fellow Maldonians for a warm and welcoming dining experience at Sousaku Bistro: Japanese Tapas & Bar. Sousaku Bistro, a Japanese fusion tapas restaurant located at 166 Eastern Ave., is the collaboration of three friends including Malden resident chef Boky Chu, manager Lewis Lai and bartender Aiden Pan. Sousaku means “creativity” in Japanese and is expressed in the menu and signature dish, Sousaku Sushi Pizza that is served on a bed of thin rice pressed with seaweed, coated with tomato paste and topped with choices like broccoli, zucchini and eggplant, shrimp, scallop and tuna, crawfish, or salmon and pineapple, and a layer of cheese and deep fried. […]

“Inside Malden” interviews pianist Yelena Beriyeva

April 3, 2016 neighbormedia 0

Traveling all the way from the Republic of Georgia to Malden, pianist Yelena Beriyeva brings us notes – of all kinds – that are worth listening to. With melodies that glisten and phrasing thoughtfully timed, her playing echoes some hard-learned and practiced principles that resonate and inspire, both on the stage and in conversation. There is a quiet yet deliberate positive vibe and a collaborative spirit you feel in Beriyeva’s presence that is born out of years of tireless work and the string of hardships she and her family endured in the Republic of Georgia after the fall of the Soviet Union in 1991. Beriyeva’s life of music began at age three in Tbilisi, when her mother, a musician, observed both her daughters’ natural musical abilities and began to groom the sisters for lives as professional musicians. Through the upheavals in political and daily life, her family stayed close, and the two Beriyeva sisters, both professional pianists today, played through the turmoil. The family was eventually able to come to the United States, first to […]

TV SHOW: “What’s New? Malden” premieres in April

March 31, 2016 neighbormedia 0

MATV’s Neighborhood View will premiere the first episode of its 30-minute magazine-style TV show called “What’s New? Malden” on Friday, April 1 at 6:30 p.m. Hosted by Sam Baltrusis from MATV’s Neighborhood View, the monthly program will showcase Malden’s new restaurants, cutting-edge businesses and positive news emerging from the city. Whether we like or not, Malden is changing. This monthly program will shine a spotlight on the city’s evolving landscape and will highlight the events and players responsible for Malden’s growth. The April 2016 edition of “What’s New? Malden” features Ose Schwab from Inside Malden, Jodie Zalk from Malden Reads, Sharon Fillyaw from Shape Up Malden and Liz Taegel from Release the Sounds. Singer/songwriter Shelita Burke closes out the show.”What’s New? Malden” also spotlights El Potro and Ming’s Seafood Restaurant. The monthly program airs 6:30 p.m. Fridays, Noon Saturdays and 7 p.m. Sundays on MATV’s Channel 3 on Comcast, 28 (Verizon). Here’s a preview of the “What’s New? Malden” show below:

Shape Up Malden boot camp with Sharon Fillyaw

March 29, 2016 neighbormedia 0

Sharon Fillyaw, an award-winning national bodybuilding competitor who dedicated herself to educating others about the importance of health and fitness, chatted with “What’s New? Malden” about her upcoming Shape Up Malden boot camp scheduled to begin Sunday, April 17 from 8 to 9 a.m. and will run on Sundays through May 22. Fillyaw is a national-level body builder and host of “Sharon’s Full Body and Fitness Workout” filmed right here in Malden on MATV. The April 2016 edition of “What’s New? Malden” features Ose Schwab from “Inside Malden,” Jodie Zalk from Malden Reads, Sharon Fillyaw from Shape Up Malden and Liz Taegel from Release the Sounds. Singer/songwriter Shedlita Burke closes out the show.”What’s New? Malden” also spotlights El Potro and Ming’s Seafood Restaurant. The monthly program airs 6:30 p.m. Fridays, Noon Saturdays and 7 p.m. Sundays on MATV’s Channel 3 on Comcast, 28 (Verizon).

“What’s New? Malden” TV show launches in April

March 23, 2016 neighbormedia 0

MATV’s Neighborhood View is producing the pilot for a new 30-minute magazine-style TV show called “What’s New? Malden.” Hosted by Sam Baltrusis, coordinator of MATV’s Neighborhood View, the monthly program will showcase Malden’s new restaurants, cutting-edge businesses and positive news emerging from the city. Whether we like or not, Malden is changing. This monthly program will shine a spotlight on the city’s evolving landscape and will highlight the events and players responsible for Malden’s growth. First stop? El Potro on Highland Avenue. Here’s a sneak peek of Ming’s Seafood Restaurant on Pleasant Street and an interview with Jodie Zalk from Malden Reads. Zalk navigates the many events slotted for the “One City, One Book” program in April.

El Potro hosts community dinner on March 22

March 9, 2016 neighbormedia 0

Malden Reads is excited to announce the second edition of the Malden Eats Community Dining series. We invite you to share a convivial meal, at the same time exploring themes related to this year’s Malden Reads selection, “The Martian” by Andy Weir, using “Table Talk” cards as discussion prompts. You do not need to have read the book yet to attend. On Tuesday, March 22 at 7 p.m., join fellow Maldonians for a fun and relaxing meal of authentic Mexican food at El Potro. Armed with several locations in the region including Somerville and Lowell, Malden’s El Potro is the largest venue of the three and is located at 156 Highland Ave. The restaurant’s name means “pony” in Spanish. “We want to become a part of the fabric of Malden,” El Potro’s owner Elias Interiano said. “We look forward to getting to know the community and becoming a destination spot for families and friends.” The menu for the March 22 dinner will be à la carte from a fixed menu. Space is limited, so reservations […]

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Malden Reads opener celebrates “The Martian”

February 29, 2016 neighbormedia 0

The Malden Reads Opening Celebration on Friday, Feb. 19 was out of this world. Held in the historic wing of the Malden Public Library, approximately 200 supporters kicked off the season to celebrate “The Martian” by Andy Weir. Malden Reads, whose motto is “One City, One Book,” started in 2011 and features a new book every year. The hope is the community of Malden will read the same book and participate in community events and dinners that feature discussions of the book’s themes. The event attracted residents and readers of all ages, some first-time attendees, and others who have been coming for years and have consistently read the featured book. Those who hadn’t yet read this year’s selection, Andy Weir’s “The Martian,” seemed eager to pick a copy up at the library. Themed tables, thanks to supporters like the American Association of Arab women who spotlighted Arab contributions to math and science and the Russian Cultural Group’s nod to the Russian space program, welcomed guests to a spirited evening of food, conversation, laughter and disco […]

Joti Palace welcomes Malden Reads diners

February 24, 2016 neighbormedia 0

Malden Reads is excited to announce the return of the Malden Eats Community Dining series. We invite you to share a convivial meal, at the same time exploring themes related this year’s Malden Reads selection, “The Martian” by Andy Weir. You do not need to have read the book to attend. On Tuesday, March 8 at 7 p.m., join fellow Maldonians for a fun and relaxing meal at Joti Palace, located at 308 Main Street. Enjoy authentic Indian food in the heart of Malden Center on Main Street. Joti Palace features a wide variety of flavorful low-fat and gluten-free eats. The restaurant boasts a Thali menu, a fusion of Indian and Nepalese staples, including cold and hot appetizers, soups, combination dinners, special dinners and specialty rice dishes made from fresh, organic grown produce, meats and seasoning. Joti Palace has been an Indian food staple in Malden since 2000. In fact, they are celebrating their 16-year anniversary serving the community the day before the Malden Eats dinner. The menu for the March 8 dinner will include […]