Free Afternoon Concert Dec 1 Features Malden High School Choral Art Society

November 20 – MALDEN, MA – The Malden Historical Society invites everyone to attend a free concert and social hour on Sunday December 1 at 2:00 pm at the Malden Public Library.  Teacher Todd Cole will direct members of the Choral Art Society of Malden High School in a program of holiday and winter songs chosen to help attendees get into the spirit of the season. Sponsored jointly by the Malden Historical Society and the Friends of the Malden Public Library, this annual event is free of charge and open to all.

Following the concert, attendees can enjoy seasonal refreshments, socialize with friends old and new, and learn more about these all-volunteer organizations. Books on Malden history and Christmas cards featuring artwork from Malden silhouette artist Doris Burdick (1898-1981) will be available for purchase.

Founded in 1886 and incorporated in 1887, the Malden Historical Society is a nonprofit, all-volunteer organization that is always looking for new members as well as volunteers to help with our collections, exhibits, and other projects. Anyone with an interest in history who wants to learn more and help further the Society’s mission—collecting, preserving, and disseminating the history of Malden and beyond—can attend one of our meetings or visit www.maldenhistoricalsociety.org. In 2024, the Malden Historical Society has been proud to join the rest of the City in celebrating the 375th anniversary of Malden’s founding.

The Friends of the Malden Public Library is a volunteer-run nonprofit organization that supports the Library in fulfilling its mission. The Friends raise funds and awareness through activities such as book sales, book readings and discussions, concerts and art exhibits. To learn more, visit https://www.friendsofmaldenlibrary.org/.