For Fourth of July activities in Wakefield, try these links. 

Parade information from Wicked Local

West Side Social Club events for children.

As part of a LSTA grant from the Institute of Museums and Library Services, Beebe Library presents two special workshops for parents and educators. Enjoy an air-conditioned evening out, meet other parents, and indulge in a snack.

Growing Early Literacy Skills Through Music
Monday, July 27 at 7:00
Registration required.
Certified Music Therapist Meredith Pizzi shows parents how using music helps preschool children acquire language skills, develop an interest in stories, and bolster the literacy skills needed to make children successful at reading, and in school.
Registration is required, as space is limited.

Make-and-Take Party for Parents and Teachers
Tuesday, August 18 at 7:00
Registration required.
Make early literacy fun! Create graphs, charts and other manipulatives for you and your children to use together. Parents will leave the workshop with actual tools to use at home. Materials will be provided.
Registration is necessary, as space is limited.

On Saturday, June 27, at 10:30 a.m., children ages five and under are invited to join musician Peter Sheridan as he plays original and tradtional children’s songs in this sing-along program for young children.  To register, call the Youth Desk at 781-246-6334, ext. 3.

Wakefield High School graduation will take place Saturday, June 6 at the Charbonneau Field House. Family members do not need a ticket to attend graduation - all are welcome.

Peter Sheridan will perform in the Lecture Hall on Saturdays, May 30 and June 27 at 10:30 for children ages five and under.  Wakefield residents can register in person or call 781-246-6334, ext. 3. 

Non-residents can sign up the day before each program, if space remains.

On Sunday May 17, the Guy Mendilow Band will perform in a CD release concert at Temple Emmanuel in Wakefield, 7-9 p.m.

The band’s ongoing work with Seeds of Peace will be highlighted. Tickets are $20 at the door, children under 13 $10. Info: www.wakefieldtemple.org, 781-246-2836.