Page 16 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, May 24, 2024 Job Program geared towards people 50 and older continues at the Malden Public Library Children’s Programs at the Malden Public Library Rockabye Beats with Shon Gordon Saturday, May 25, 11 a.m. 50+ Job seekers T he Malden Public Library continues to off er an online job support program for people 50 years old and older. The 50+ Job Seekers Program is a free service, and people 50 years or older are welcome to join any or all of the sessions, which are held on Zoom. Anyone interested who doesn’t have a computer or isn’t familiar with Zoom is welcome to come to the library and borrow a Chromebook during the sessions. Library staff will make sure anyone interested in participating can do so. The morning sessions are from 9:30-11:30 a.m. and meet on the fi rst and third Wednesdays. Here are the session dates and topics: June 5 – Thinking Outside the Box June 12 – Marketing Plan The Library is excited to continue off ering this program and encourages anyone interested to attend. Call the Malden Public Library with questions at 781324-0218; ask for Marita. Cemeteries – An Urban Oasis By Erin Childs O n a beautiful weekend day, the local cemeteries were bustling with people walking their dogs, going for runs, taking photos and enjoying leisurely strolls with friends. Cemeteries have a negative reputation, but Malden is home to several cemeteries that are natural gems among an urban background. They’re a great place to fi nd a bit of quiet and calm amidst the busy city. They’re overfl owing with wildlife: squirrels, a variety of birds, chipmunks and even the occasional coyote. The trees are abundant and absolutely gorgeous, particularly when they’re flowering in spring. And the calmness, away from the busy traffi c and urban chaos, is almost magical. While Malden is home to several cemeteries, a couple are particularly well-suited to a stroll. The Holy Cross Cemetery, located at 175 Broadway in Malden, has a rich history dating back to its dedication in 1868. This serene and expansive cemetery now spans 180 acres, off ering a peaceful retreat with its abundant shady trees, winding pathways and a profusion of wildflowers throughout the grounds. Forestdale Cemetery (150 Forest St. in Malden) was dedicated on Memorial Day in 1885. It features glorious shade trees, a pond that is home to several ducks and geese (keep an eye out for baby goslings!) and a stone pavilion. One can't help but be struck by the beauty of some of the monuments here, particularly in the older sections. The next time you’re looking for a quiet stroll – something about nature, check out your nearest cemetery. You may just be surprised! O Sing, dance and get a little loco! Rockabye Beats is more than just an entertaining music program for young children – it’s a place where friends are made and families grow closer by creating music together! Join us for some musical fun as Berklee graduate Shon Gordon plays his guitar while subliminally teaching basic Spanish vocabulary. Appropriate for ages two to fi ve-plus. This program, presented in coordination with the North Suburban Child & Family Resource Network, is supported by a grant from the Malden Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency. Puppet Storytime with Through Me to You Puppetry (Courtesy of the Malden Public Library) Rockabye Beats with Shon Gordon (Courtesy of the Malden Public Library) Puppet Storytime with Through Me to You Puppetry Thursday, May 30, 10:30 a.m. Join Leigh, Newton and the rest of the Through Me to You Puppetry gang for 30 minutes of stories and songs performed by the puppets, followed by 30 minutes of Puppet Free Play. The stories & songs are interactive, allowing the kids to engage both their minds and bodies during the show. This program is funded by the Friends of the Malden Public Library. Malden Photovoice Community Showcase: “This is Malden” An exhibition of the CHA Malden Photovoice program ver the past few months, seven Malden High School teens have been participating in Malden Photovoice. This leadership program aims to educate teens on the prevention of problem gambling alongside the power of photography. These teens have participated in consistent discussions and photography practice and are excited to share their work. You are invited to attend the Malden Photovoice Community Showcase “This is Malden,” where the teens will discuss their photos and what they have learned through this experience! Date: May 21, 6:00-8:00 p.m. Location: Commerce Place, 350 Main St., Malden, Mass. RSVP via Link Requested: https://forms.gle/AYwjbyGC3U178me49 The Massachusetts Photovoice Project is funded by the Department of Public Health Office of Problem Gambling Services, with Cambridge Health Alliance’s Community Health Improvement Department, as the grantee. This program seeks to empower youth by providing problem gambling education and supporting youth in expressing their own prevention message through photography. U.S. News & World Report names Forestdale Park among Best Senior Living communities for 2024 F orestdale Park has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a 2024 Best Assisted Living and Best Memory Care community. The trusted, data-backed ratings of the best senior living communities across the United States assist older adults and their loved ones in choosing the right community for them. For its 2024 “Best Senior Living” ratings, U.S. News rated nearly 3,500 communities on several criteria, including residents’ and family members’ satisfaction with safety, care, community management and staff , value and other services and amenities provided by the community. U.S. News awards the designation of “Best Senior Living” only to those communities with the highest ratings on resident and family feedback surveys. Forestdale Park is the only community in the city of Malden and one of 71 in the Commonwealth to earn this distinction. “Best Senior Living refl ects U.S. News’ commitment to helping families navigate the important – albeit time-consuming – decision of researching and choosing a senior living community through trusted, data-backed community ratings,” said U.S. News’ General Manager of Health, Sumita Singh. “We are proud to recognize those communities that stand out as ‘Best’ by providing exceptional care and satisfaction, as directly expressed by residents and family members of residents who live and thrive in these communities.” About Forestdale Park: Forestdale Park is a Volunteers of America Massachusetts (VOAMASS) senior community located in Malden, off ering service-enriched assisted living options, as well as a secure Compass Memory Support Neighborhood® for those experiencing memory loss. For more information about Forestdale Park, call 781-333-8903 or visit www. ForestdalePark.com.
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