The classic group The Drifters will bring their song stylings to Memorial Hall on Saturday, Nov. 29, at 8 p.m., presented by Brooksby Village and The September Group. Tickets are available from the Melrose Chamber of Commerce or TicketWeb.

Melrose’s own Home for the Holidays celebration, sponsored by the Melrose Chamber of Commerce, kicks off on Friday, Dec. 5, with chowder, holiday songs, and a visit from Santa, and continues on Saturday as holiday trolleys shuttle visitors to and from the different business districts, where local businesses offer holiday treats and specials.

The program is currently looking for coaches at all levels. Any individual interested should contact the Recreation Director, Frank Olivieri, for the appropriate coaching and CORI applications.

In addition to the coaching positions, the Boys basketball program is looking for an individual to help with coordination activities related to the program.

Date: Coaching applications will be accepted until September 5, 2008, interviews will be held the week of September 8, 2008.
Date: Information and Fees will be posted on the Parks Department website no later than September 15, 2008.
Season: October through March
Contact: Frank Olivieri, 781-662-9511 or folivieri@cityofmelrose.org

Date:September 11, 2008 -October 30, 2008
Time: 6:30 – 8:00 PM
Price: $160
Material List Available
Contact: www.follow-your-art.com

Young Artists Studio, Grades 3-5 with Julie Fox
Students will have the opportunity to work with a variety of media with the goal of developing confidence in using tools and understanding the basic principles of art.

Date: September 13, 2008 – December 13, 2008 (no class 10/11, 11/29)
Time: 11:00 AM-12:30 PM
Price $185, Materials Fee $10

Victorian Fair

The Melrose Victorian Fair, sponsored by the Melrose Chamber of Commerce, has been a major hometown event for the past 28 years. It is a day-long celebration. When the Fair began in 1981, it was intended to bring community attention to the city’s renovated downtown area. Newly installed Victorian lampposts highlight the prominent architecture and rich heritage of Melrose. From the first year’s launch to its subsequent successes year after year, the Victorian Fair has become a beloved community tradition. It continues to bring local businesses, organizations and Melrose residents together.

Date: September 14, 2008
Time 11:30 AM – 5:00 PM

I love to Draw, Grades 6-8 with Julie Fox
This class will focus on improving drawing skills and making drawings more dymnamic through lessons in composition and materials use while emphasizing creative thinking and the individual interests of each student.

Date: September 15, 2008 – December 15, 2008 (no class 9/29, 10/13)
Time: 4:45-6:15 PM
Price: $185, Materials Fee $10

Young Artists Studio, Grades K-2 with Julie Fox
Explore the world around you through art! In this class students will be introduced to the elements of art and create exciting projects that develp skills and encourage self-expression.

Date: September 18, 2008 – December 13, 2008 (no class 10/11, 11/29)
Time: 9:30-10:30AM
Price: $165, Materials fee $7

MAAV Walk

Mark your calendar and plan to join us for the 13th Annual Walk & Candlelight Vigil. This is MAAV’s signature event and primary fund raiser, as we commemorate lives lost to domestic violence and rededicate ourselves to nonviolence. Please contact us if you are interested in serving as a sponsor, or would like more information on forming a team for the Walk.

Date: October 19, 2008
Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Melrose Veterans Memorial Middle School

MMTV Telethon

Date: November 7, 2008

MACA

Watercolor with Tom Sutherland
Especially for those who have always wanted to pick up a brush. Learn the fundamentals of watercolor in this beginning level class.

Date: October 2, 2008 – October 30, 2008
Time: 6:30 – 9:30 PM
Cost: $200
Matrerial List Available
Contact: sutsign@hotmail.com

Oil Painting with Tom Sutherland
Experience the art of applying paint to canvas. Develp a good foundation for working with oils. No experience required.

Date: November 6, 2008 – December 12, 2008 (No Class 11/27)
Time: 6:30 – 9:30 PM
Price: $200
Material List Available
Contact: sutsign@hotmail.com

Holiday Pops

Date: December 12, 2008 and December 13, 2008
Time: 8:00 PM
Admission: $27.00
Location: Memorial Hall, 590 Main Street

Concert One (MSO)

Date: October 25, 2008
Time: 8:00 PM
Admission: $27.00
Location: Memorial Hall, 590 Main Street

Concert Two (MSO)

Date: March 7, 2009
Time: 8:00 PM
Admission: $27.00
Location: Memorial Hall, 590 Main Street

May Pops (MSO)

Date: May 2, 2009
Time: 8:00 PM
Admission: $27.00
Location: Memorial Hall, 590 Main Street