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City of Cambridge, Cambridge Public Schools Celebrate Opening of the New Tobin Montessori and Darby Vassall Upper Schools and Community Complex

The City of Cambridge and Cambridge Public Schools (CPS) are proud to announce the opening of the new Tobin Montessori and Darby Vassall Upper Schools and Community Complex. Officially opening on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, the state-of-the-art building replaces the former school facility located between Vassal Lane, Concord Avenue, and Alpine Street in West Cambridge.
City of Cambridge Launches 12th Cycle of the Participatory Budgeting Process

The City of Cambridge has announced the launch of the 12th cycle of the Participatory Budgeting (PB) process. Residents will decide how to spend $1 million for winning projects that will be included in next year’s Fiscal Year 2027 Budget. Community members can submit ideas until October 12, 2025.
Shop From Nearly 80 Artists at Cambridge Arts Open Studios This Weekend

Members of the community are invited to shop for paintings, prints, clothing, ceramics, and all sorts of locally-made creations from nearly 80 artists.
Cambridge Science Carnival Returns September 21, 2025

The Science Carnival is a beloved yearly highlight of the Cambridge STEAM calendar and features over 125 activity booths and demonstrations, with live music and installations.
Significant Drought Conditions & Water Use Restrictions In Effect in Cambridge

Under a Level 2 (Significant Drought), all nonessential outdoor water uses remain banned, except the watering of ornamentals and flower gardens with drip irrigation. Hand-held hose or watering cans may be permitted.
Cambridge Supports Meet Your Neighbor Days Events

As part of the initiative, the City is encouraging residents to introduce themselves and engage with their neighbors. Residents can submit their events to the online Meet Your Neighbors Day map. Hosts are only limited by their imagination!
Update on the Gold Star Mothers Memorial Park

As part of the Goldstar Mothers Park Court Renovation Project, the City conducted routine environmental testing, which identified some soil contamination that will require revised construction plans
City of Cambridge Seeking Residents To Join Commission for Persons with Disabilities Advisory Board

Help raise awareness of disability issues and promote equal opportunity for people with a range of disabilities, including physical, mental, and sensor.
War Memorial Recreation Center to Offer Free Family Swim in September

Beginning Tuesday, September 2, the War Memorial Recreation Center (1640 Cambridge St.) will reopen for programming and public swim for the fall season. This year, we are excited to offer free Family Swim through the month of September.

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Sep

18 Thu

Family Policy Council Meeting
5:15 PM
Regular meeting for the Family Policy Council.
Cambridge Housing Authority Special Board Meeting
5:30 PM
Cambridge Housing Authority Special Board Meeting
Fresh Pond Reservation Master Plan Advisory Board Meeting
6:00 PM
Quarterly Meeting
Mid Cambridge NCDC meeting
6:00 PM
Mid Cambridge Neighborhood Conservation District Commission Monthly Meeting

Sep

19 Fri

The City Clerk Preliminary Screening Committee
9:30 AM
The City Clerk Preliminary Screening Committee

Sep

20 Sat

Cycle to the Source
8:30 AM
Cycle to the Source is a 32-mile bike tour of the Cambridge Watershed. It is a chance to explore where your...
Cycle to the Source is a 32-mile bike tour of the Cambridge Watershed. It is a chance to explore where your water comes from, how it is collected, and what steps are taken to ensure the city has clean drinking water.
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Danehy Park Family Day
11:00 AM
Activities, Arts & Crafts, Children's Amusement Rides, Entertainment, Free Food & Giveaways (while...
Activities, Arts & Crafts, Children's Amusement Rides, Entertainment, Free Food & Giveaways (while supplies last)
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2025 Cambridge Arts Open Studios
12:00 PM
Open Studios is a citywide event that celebrates the creativity that is Cambridge. Shop for paintings,...
Open Studios is a citywide event that celebrates the creativity that is Cambridge. Shop for paintings, prints, clothing, ceramics, and all sorts of locally-made creations by more than 70 artists.
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Sep

18 Thu

Family Policy Council Meeting
5:15 PM
Regular meeting for the Family Policy Council.
Cambridge Housing Authority Special Board Meeting
5:30 PM
Cambridge Housing Authority Special Board Meeting
Fresh Pond Reservation Master Plan Advisory Board Meeting
6:00 PM
Quarterly Meeting
Mid Cambridge NCDC meeting
6:00 PM
Mid Cambridge Neighborhood Conservation District Commission Monthly Meeting

Sep

19 Fri

The City Clerk Preliminary Screening Committee
9:30 AM
The City Clerk Preliminary Screening Committee

Sep

20 Sat

Cycle to the Source
8:30 AM
Cycle to the Source is a 32-mile bike tour of the Cambridge Watershed. It is a chance to explore where your...
Cycle to the Source is a 32-mile bike tour of the Cambridge Watershed. It is a chance to explore where your water comes from, how it is collected, and what steps are taken to ensure the city has clean drinking water.
View Full Description
Danehy Park Family Day
11:00 AM
Activities, Arts & Crafts, Children's Amusement Rides, Entertainment, Free Food & Giveaways (while...
Activities, Arts & Crafts, Children's Amusement Rides, Entertainment, Free Food & Giveaways (while supplies last)
View Full Description

Sep

18 Thu

Family Policy Council Meeting
5:15 PM
Regular meeting for the Family Policy Council.
Cambridge Housing Authority Special Board Meeting
5:30 PM
Cambridge Housing Authority Special Board Meeting
Fresh Pond Reservation Master Plan Advisory Board Meeting
6:00 PM
Quarterly Meeting

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Career Center

Join our team! The Cambridge Career Center provides you with all the resources and information you need to navigate our hiring process seamlessly.

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Reduce, Reuse, or Recycle. Get Rid of It Right

Reducing and Reusing prevent environmental impact of making new items.

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Have Questions About Immigrant Rights?

We are experiencing a time of great uncertainty for immigrants in our community. Whether you’re a U.S. citizen, a green card holder, a student on a visa, or undocumented, you have legal rights.

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City of Cambridge, Cambridge Public Schools Celebrate Opening of the New Tobin Montessori and Darby Vassall Upper Schools and Community Complex

City of Cambridge Launches 12th Cycle of the Participatory Budgeting Process

Shop From Nearly 80 Artists at Cambridge Arts Open Studios This Weekend

Cambridge Science Carnival Returns September 21, 2025

Significant Drought Conditions & Water Use Restrictions In Effect in Cambridge

Cambridge Supports Meet Your Neighbor Days Events

Update on the Gold Star Mothers Memorial Park

City of Cambridge Seeking Residents To Join Commission for Persons with Disabilities Advisory Board

War Memorial Recreation Center to Offer Free Family Swim in September

View Our Digital Publications

Coming Up

Helpful Resources

Career Center

Reduce, Reuse, or Recycle. Get Rid of It Right

Have Questions About Immigrant Rights?

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Attend Danehy Park Family Day
September 20