City of Malden

On Tuesday, October 29th, the Massachusetts Trial Court will be hosting a pop-up event right here at City Hall! The Court Service Center will be available to help with information and assistance on a variety of legal topics, including help filling out court forms. Housing Families/Malden Office of Housing Stability will also be on-site, offering legal assistance for housing issues and referrals for other needs.

Malden Community Electricity, launched in June 2024, is our city’s electricity supply program. It provides residents with new electricity supply options that feature competitive prices, longer-term price stability and more renewable energy. Malden Community Electricity is doing a "sweep" to auto-enroll new customers that were not present when we launched the program (i.e., people who have recently moved to Malden, or moved within Malden to a new National Grid account). This week, these customers will get a notification letter in the mail like the one pictured here. The letter will be accompanied by an FAQ sheet, details about the different electricity supply options, and instructions for how to enroll in them or opt out. If you receive this mailer and need help understanding your options, you can email support_ma@goodenergy.com. For more information, visit: https://buff.ly/3xNKXD1

The Great Malden Outdoors is excited to remove a barrier to the sport of rock climbing by partnering with Rock Spot (@rscmalden) to do a guided tour of the Malden portion of the Middlessex Fells to show where the best rock climbing spots are! This event is open to first timers and experienced climbers alike for just $10 on Sunday 11/10 at 10am with a fundraiser after at Idle Hands Craft Ales (@idlehandsbeer). Reserve your spot at: https://lnkd.in/ehv9pqCc

🎃 Don’t TRASH it, SMASH it! 🎃 Join Councillor Jadeane Sica and Councillor Craig Spadafora for the first-ever Pumpkin SMASH Event! After Halloween’s over, bring your own pumpkins down and have some smashing fun by hurling them into the back of the Black Earth Composting truck!

🎃👻 Get Spooky, Malden! 👻🎃 Halloween is creeping up, and we’ve got an amazing lineup of events just for you! 🕸️✨ 🍬 Trunk or Treat Location: Canal at Medford Street (on the bike path) l Date: October 26 l Time: 3 PM - 5 PM 🕷️ Haunted Woods Location: Pine Banks l Date: October 26 l Time: 5 PM - 7 PM 🎃 Forestdale Halloween Location: Forestdale School Cafeteria l Date: October 27 l Time: 3 PM 👻 Maplewood Halloween Festival Location: Salemwood School Fieldhouse l Date: October 27 l Time: 12 PM - 3 PM 🕸️ Suffolk Manor Spooktacular Treats Location: Suffolk Manor l Date: October 31 l Time: 4 PM - 5 PM 🍬Trick or Treat Location: City Hall Plaza l Date: October 31 l Time: 3 PM - 5 PM For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/ehidjPNi

In further celebration of Malden’s 375th anniversary, the City is excited to announce a Free Walking Tour of the Historic Bell Rock Cemetery, taking place on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 from 4-5:30 PM. The tour, led by local historian Mark Linehan, offers participants the chance to explore one of Malden’s most significant historical landmarks while learning about our fascinating past. Located at 60 Medford Street, the Bell Rock Cemetery dates to 1649 and is the final resting place of many of Malden’s early settlers and prominent figures. As one of the oldest burying grounds in the country, Bell Rock Cemetery serves as a window into the rich history of the city and its role in early Massachusetts. Tour Highlights Include: Graves of Revolutionary War soldiers, highlighting Malden's contribution to American independence Notable residents, including founding families and early community leaders Architectural and artistic features of the historic gravestones and monuments; and Insights into 17th and 18th-century burial practices and customs. The walking tour will be approximately 1.5 hours long and will begin at the Green Street entrance. This tour is best suited for ages 10 and older. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water. The event is sponsored by the City of Malden’s 375th Anniversary Committee. For more information, please email linehan.mark@gmail.com.

Mayor Gary Christenson is reaching out to Malden residents to fill a vacancy on the Malden Disability Commission. Per City ordinance, the new member must be disability advocate. The nine-member Commission is comprised of volunteers who operate under the mandates of M.G.L. Ch. 40, Section 8J and its core mission is to eliminate discrimination against persons of differing abilities. The Commission provides information, education, referrals, guidance, and technical assistance to public and private agencies, individuals, organizations and institutions to ensure that all people have equal access to facilities, services and programs. Meetings occur on the second Thursday of the month at 6:30 PM. To apply, please complete the online Boards and Commissions Application in full at https://buff.ly/4amKKWv. Please email kmanninghall@cityofmalden.org for more information. The deadline for accepting applications is Tuesday, November 5 at 5 PM.

Mayor Gary Christenson was on hand to congratulate Paula Terenzi Dance Complex participants who were proud to represent New England in the prestigious Dance Masters of America Title Competition in California. Dance Masters of America is a professional, certified membership organization of artists and educators committed to the elevation of the art of dance and to provide innovative artistic experiences for the advancement of dance worldwide. Pictured (From left): Nora Pawl, Jr. Miss Dance of New England (National Tap Scholarship Winner); Mayor Gary Christenson; Melissa Moura, Miss Dance of New England; and Madison Ogiba, Teen Miss Dance of New England (Top Ten Nationally).

The Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development (OSPCD) will be hosting two community meetings in November focused on open space and recreation, planning and housing development. The City aims to ensure that these assets are accessible to everyone by engaging the community in the planning process. Residents are invited to provide input on important developments in the Malden community. Housing – Meeting Wednesday, Nov. 6 Acquired with $1,150,000 of City of Malden American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds in January 2024, the 245 Bryant Street project is expected to produce approximately 35 units of affordable homeownership for low- to moderate-income residents. Asian Community Development Corporation (ACDC), the developers, will present a design, update the community on the timeline for the project, receive and respond to community input. “By creating numerous affordable homeownership opportunities at the former site of the Congregation Agudas Achim Ezrath Israel, the 245 Bryant Street project is yet another example of the City working together to address the ongoing housing crisis in Malden,” said Mayor Gary Christenson, Chair of the Malden Affordable Housing Trust Fund. “We encourage residents to attend and provide feedback regarding the project.” Ward 7 Councillor Chris Simonelli said: “This community meeting will be critical for Ward 7 residents to make their voices heard. I’m excited to continue working with Mayor Christenson, ACDC, the Congregation, and Malden’s OSPCD to deliver affordable homeownership opportunities in Ward 7.” This meeting will be conducted in a hybrid manner. The in-person meeting will be held at 6PM on Wednesday, Nov. 6, at Malden City Hall, 215 Pleasant St., Room 105, located on the first floor. In-person and remote guests are encouraged to register for the Nov. 6 meeting at: bit.ly/245bryantst. A zoom link will be shared with registrants shortly before the start of the meeting. Language interpretation is available upon request. More information about this project is available at https://buff.ly/3AinNGw. Open Space, Recreation, Arts and Culture – Meeting Wednesday Nov. 13 The City is working to develop a new Open Space and Recreation Plan + Art (OSRP) to establish a community vision, goals, and objectives for the future of Malden’s parks and open space. The objectives produced in this plan will prioritize future actions and investments in open space and recreation in Malden. Also, the City is taking advantage of the OSRP update to include an arts and culture component of the plan, with the intention of considering how arts and culture can enhance the City’s open space and recreation assets. For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/d_9NC8wG

Bread of Life and the Office of Mayor Gary Christenson Invite You to a FREE COMMUNITY DINNER this Thanksgiving! 🦃🍽️ 📅 Date: November 28, 2024 (Thanksgiving Day) 🕛 Time: 12–2 PM 📍 Location: Malden High, 77 Salem St. (Cafeteria entrance from Ferry St. near CVS) Dine-in and enjoy a warm meal with neighbors, or pick up a take-home meal at 1:30 PM. We look forward to celebrating with you! For more information, call 781-397-0404