All Library locations will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, for Veterans' Day.
Meet the Director
Hi! I am Maria McCauley, the Director of Libraries. Learn more about upcoming Library programs and events in my weekly message.
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Design the Cambridge Public Library's next library card!
Submit your original design that answers the prompt "Adventure Awaits... at the Library!" by November 15 to be featured on new, limited-edition library cards to come in 2027.
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Young Architects (O'Connell)
Friday, November 13 @ 3:30 PM
Learn how to design buildings with architect Neha Garg in this hands-on STEAM workshop for ages 8-12!
Registration is recommended. Call 617-349-4019 for details.
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News
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Director's Update November 8 2026
Cambridge Cooks, The Optics of Aging, Navigating Today’s Job Market, and More! -
Director's Update November 1 2026
Indigenous Weaving, Career Exploration Workshop, Crafting Your Story, and More! -
Directors Update October 25 2026
America Unfinished Talk, Trick or Treat, Halloween Parties, and More! -
Director's Update, October 18, 2026
Library Card Design Contest, Understanding Deaf Culture, Crafternoon, and More!
Check out the Monthly Newsletter
Coming Up
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CANCELLED: English Conversation Practice, Intermediate (O'Neill)
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Conversation Practice. This conversation group is for those with an intermediate or high level of English language skill. No testing is required. For more information on other ESOL classes, please call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.
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Open Shop (Main)
During Open Shop, anyone who has completed Hive training and is badged can reserve Hive equipment or studio spaces. Additionally, individuals are welcome to drop in to work on their projects independently. The Hive staff will assist with questions as they are able! New makers are also welcome to come in during open shop for a 10min drop in video safety training! Tool Reservations for this date will open two weeks prior from this date.
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Songs and Stories (Boudreau)
Put on your dancing shoes and head over for a morning of singing and dancing! We'll sing and move together, and share a story or two. For children of all ages and their grown-ups.
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Songs, Stories and Play (Central Square)
Join us for songs, stories and rhymes followed by open play. Recommended for children of all ages and their caregivers. No registration is required. Please call 617-349-4012 for more information.
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Intermediate ESOL (Central Square)
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Class. This class will be taught at an intermediate level. No testing is needed. For more information call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.
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One-on-One Tech Help at Main Library
Looking for some basic computer or mobile device guidance? Want to learn how to access audiobooks and eBooks? Stop by at the Main Library for our drop-in hours! Drop-in sessions will be limited to 30-minutes for each patron. We can help you with: accessing library eBooks, audiobooks, and other eResources on your devices e-mail and searching the web smartphone and mobile app questions We are not able to help you with: installing advanced software programs completing online transactions for you computer hardware and technical maintenance To view all available timeslots and dates, use the following link: One-on-One Tech Help schedule. Registration is strongly encouraged but not required. If you have any questions, please contact the Digital Equity team at CPLDigitalEquity@cambridgema.gov
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Story Time (O'Neill)
Join us for stories, songs and rhymes! Recommended for children of all ages and their caregivers. No registration is required. Please call 617-349-4023 for more information.
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Story Time (Valente)
Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes. For children of all ages and their grown-ups.
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Toddler Story Time (Main)
Join us for stories, songs and rhymes! Recommended for children 18 months to 3 years and their caregivers. This program can accommodate 45 people. Tickets are available on a first come, first served basis on the day of the program. The entire party must be present to receive a ticket. This program starts promptly. Unclaimed seats will be offered to someone waiting. We appreciate your patience and understanding. Please call 617-349-4038 for more information.
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After Story Time Caregiver Social (Valente)
Connect with other caregivers after story time! We will provide coffee for caregivers, and toys for children. This month we will have a brief presentation by Baby University, an intensive family support program that serves Cambridge families who have children three years old and younger.
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CANCELLED: English Conversation Practice, Intermediate (O'Neill)
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Conversation Practice. This conversation group is for those with an intermediate or high level of English language skill. No testing is required. For more information on other ESOL classes, please call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.
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Open Shop (Main)
During Open Shop, anyone who has completed Hive training and is badged can reserve Hive equipment or studio spaces. Additionally, individuals are welcome to drop in to work on their projects independently. The Hive staff will assist with questions as they are able! New makers are also welcome to come in during open shop for a 10min drop in video safety training! Tool Reservations for this date will open two weeks prior from this date.
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Songs and Stories (Boudreau)
Put on your dancing shoes and head over for a morning of singing and dancing! We'll sing and move together, and share a story or two. For children of all ages and their grown-ups.
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Songs, Stories and Play (Central Square)
Join us for songs, stories and rhymes followed by open play. Recommended for children of all ages and their caregivers. No registration is required. Please call 617-349-4012 for more information.
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Intermediate ESOL (Central Square)
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Class. This class will be taught at an intermediate level. No testing is needed. For more information call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.
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One-on-One Tech Help at Main Library
Looking for some basic computer or mobile device guidance? Want to learn how to access audiobooks and eBooks? Stop by at the Main Library for our drop-in hours! Drop-in sessions will be limited to 30-minutes for each patron. We can help you with: accessing library eBooks, audiobooks, and other eResources on your devices e-mail and searching the web smartphone and mobile app questions We are not able to help you with: installing advanced software programs completing online transactions for you computer hardware and technical maintenance To view all available timeslots and dates, use the following link: One-on-One Tech Help schedule. Registration is strongly encouraged but not required. If you have any questions, please contact the Digital Equity team at CPLDigitalEquity@cambridgema.gov
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Story Time (O'Neill)
Join us for stories, songs and rhymes! Recommended for children of all ages and their caregivers. No registration is required. Please call 617-349-4023 for more information.
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CANCELLED: English Conversation Practice, Intermediate (O'Neill)
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Conversation Practice. This conversation group is for those with an intermediate or high level of English language skill. No testing is required. For more information on other ESOL classes, please call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.
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Open Shop (Main)
During Open Shop, anyone who has completed Hive training and is badged can reserve Hive equipment or studio spaces. Additionally, individuals are welcome to drop in to work on their projects independently. The Hive staff will assist with questions as they are able! New makers are also welcome to come in during open shop for a 10min drop in video safety training! Tool Reservations for this date will open two weeks prior from this date.
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Songs and Stories (Boudreau)
Put on your dancing shoes and head over for a morning of singing and dancing! We'll sing and move together, and share a story or two. For children of all ages and their grown-ups.