THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, October 3, 2025 Page 9 Malden author Toni Kelner to host Book Reading at The Gallery@57 M alden readers are in for a treat this fall when local author Toni L.P. Kelner — also known by her pen name Leigh Perry — hosts a lively book reading at The Gallery@57 on Sunday, October 12, 2025, from 1:00–2:30 p.m. Kelner is best known for her beloved Family Skeleton Mystery Series, featuring amateur sleuth Georgia Thackery and her most unusual partner-in-crime-solving: Sid, a walking, talking skeleton. With equal parts wit, warmth and mystery, the series has delighted fans with its quirky whodunits and offbeat charm. Kelner, a longtime Malden resident, lives in the city with her husband and two daughters. Before becoming a full-time novelist, she worked as a technical writer. She is the author of several popular mystery series, including “Laura Fleming and Where Are They Now?” Her short stories have won the Agatha Award. Drawing inspiration from both classic mystery writers and science fiction greats, she blends humor, wit and suspense in her fiction, delighting readers with quirky, character-driven mysteries. At the upcoming reading, Kelner will share selections from her Family Skeleton Mysteries, offering readers an opportunity to meet Sid “in person” through her storytelling. Attendees will also have the chance to ask quesFriends of the Malden River Updates H ello Friends! We are inviting you to join us at our Monday monthly meeting on Oct. 6 from 7:00-8:00 at Cambridge Health Alliance (195 Canal Street in Malden). We will meet in the Community Conference Room on the first floor — accessible by the main entrance. Usually, the meetings fall on the second Monday of each month unless there is a holiday. Please contact us if you would like to join the Malden River Greenway Subcommittee to mobilize for completion of the Malden River Walk. Proposed agenda is: 1. Brochure: What would you like to include in our new brochure? 2. Report from the Friends of the Malden River Waterfront Access Committee 3. Brainstorm Youth Activities for environmental education 4. Malden River Works Website Updates — please look at this Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma draft of the landing page and share feedback: Let us know if these updates are concise and engaging! http://www.maldenriverworks.org/home-1 5. Ben & Jerry’s Grant for Grassroot orgs. 6. Ballot initiative: The Nature for Massachusetts campaign, a statewide effort to protect water and nature, expand access to the outdoors and secure dedicated funding for clean water, forests, farms and other natural areas across the state — without raising taxes. Together, we are working to place the Protect Water and Nature ballot initiative on the 2026 statewide ballot. 7. Other Thank you! We hope you can join us now or soon! Check out our FB page, https:// www.facebook.com/FriendsoftheMaldenRiver, and website, https://maldenriver.wordpress. com, for more information! 1.We Clean 2.We Reinforce 3.We Install tions, engage with the author and purchase signed copies of her books. The event is free and open to all mystery lovers, making it a perfect way to spend a fall afternoon. Whether you’re already a fan of Georgia and Sid or new to the series, Kelner’s reading promises to be engaging, fun and a little bit spooky — just in time for the Halloween season. The event is located at 57 Pleasant St. in Malden. It is sponsored by Creative Malden, the Malden Cultural Council, the Mass Cultural Council and Preotle, Lane & Associates, underscoring the city’s commitment to supporting both literature and community events. Stop cleaning-out your gutters this season Get a FREE full gutter inspection and estimate: 1-855-400-0172 Debris Buildup Stands No Chance With LeafFilter Our patented system keeps out all common debris uPVC Frame Heavy leaves Pinecones Acorns Pine needles EXPIRES: 11/30/2025 Seed pods Storm debris AN ADDITIONAL 15% OFF+ 10% LeafFilter * Discount For Seniors + Military Get a FREE full gutter inspection and estimate: 1-855-400-0172 Promo: 285 +See Representative for full warranty details. *Promotional off er includes 15% off plus an additional 10% off for qualifi ed veterans and/or seniors. No obligation estimate valid for 1 year. 1Subject to credit approval. Call for details. AR 366920923, AZ ROC 344027, CA 1035795, CT HIC.0671520, FL CBC056678, IA C127230, ID RCE-51604, LA 559544, MA 176447, MD MHIC111225, MI 262300173, 262300318, 262300328, 262300329, 262300330, 262300331, MN IR731804, MT 226192, ND 47304, NE 50145-22, 50145-23, NJ 13VH09953900, NM 408693, NV 86990, NY H-19114, H-52229, OR 218294, PA 179643, 069383, RI GC-41354, TN 10981, UT 10783658-5501, VA 2705169445, WA LEAFFNW822JZ, WV WV056912. Custom Fit To Your New or Existing Gutters Stainless Steel Micromesh
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