Celebrating Portugal in Massachusetts Concert (Main Library)

Every year, June is proclaimed Month of Portuguese Heritage in Massachusetts. Join us for a free concert at...

Every year, June is proclaimed Month of Portuguese Heritage in Massachusetts. Join us for a free concert at the Main Library in celebration of Portuguese Heritage Month. The concert will feature a jazz quartet performing works by Carlos Paredes and other Portuguese composers. Carlos Paredes (1925 – 2004), the most renowned Portuguese guitar composer, maintained significant artistic dialogues with other musical genres. Amongst his most important collaborations was an album recorded together with jazz musician Charlie Haden. The concert will also be a tribute to Paredes’ work on the 100th anniversary of his birth. The band consists of Tim Pascoal on piano; Gen Yoshimura on Drums; and Youngchae on upright bass. The performance will also feature Francisco Pais Cardoso on Guitar. A reception with Portuguese pastries will follow the concert. This event is cosponsored by the Cambridge Public Library and the Consulate General of Portugal in Boston, with the support of Camoes – Institute for Cooperation and Language (Portugal). Registration is required.

High Beginner ESOL Class (Central Square)

Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Class. This class will be taught at an high...

Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Class. This class will be taught at an high beginner level. No testing is needed.. For more information call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.

Sing-Along (O'Neill)

Sing and dance to your favorite songs! For children of all ages and their caregivers. No registration...

Sing and dance to your favorite songs! For children of all ages and their caregivers. No registration required.

Wellness for Older Adults: Chair Yoga (Central)

Join us each Monday at the Central Square Branch for Chair Yoga, led by experienced instructor Louise Parker....

Join us each Monday at the Central Square Branch for Chair Yoga, led by experienced instructor Louise Parker. This is an in-person program taking place in the Lewis Room at Central Square. Registration is required for each session. Louise Parker has been practicing yoga for close to 20 years. She is trained in the Yoga Shanti method of practice, which is rooted in the Iyengar and Ashtanga yoga traditions.

Morning Sing-Along (Main)

It's a Library dance party! Recommended for children of all ages and their caregivers. This program can...

It's a Library dance party! Recommended for children of all ages and their caregivers. This program can accommodate 130 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, and any unclaimed seats will be offered to someone waiting. We appreciate your patience and understanding. Please call 617-349-4038 for more information.

Beginner ESOL Class (Central Square)

Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Class. This class will be taught at an high...

Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Class. This class will be taught at an high beginner level. No testing is needed.. For more information call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013. No registration is needed. Bring a notebook and pen.

Intermediate ESOL Class (O'Neill)

Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Class. This class will be taught at an...

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 the O'Neill Branch at 617-349-4023.

Sewing 101 (Main)

In this 90-minute workshop, you’ll learn the basics of sewing machine operation and safety. This session will...

In this 90-minute workshop, you’ll learn the basics of sewing machine operation and safety. This session will cover machine setup, basic functions, threading the machine, reloading the bobbin, sewing straight stitches, and recognizing when stitch tension has gone awry. We’ll also cover some safety best practices when operating a sewing machine. As we learn together, we’ll work on a simple sewing project—a drawstring bag—which most students will be able to complete by the end of the class. You must complete Hive Safety Training before registering for this workshop.

Drop-in Hours with the Social Worker (Central Square)

Get support from our Library social worker!

Middle Grade Mystery Writing Group (O'Connell/Virtual)

Our Middle Grade Mystery Writing group is for kids aged 10-14. We're writing a mystery about a "murder" of...

Our Middle Grade Mystery Writing group is for kids aged 10-14. We're writing a mystery about a "murder" of crows -- bring your best crow facts, crow puns, character names, and plot ideas! This book group will meet virtually and in person at the O'Connell Branch. Please register below if you would like to attend virtually. A Zoom link will be sent to all registered participants one hour before the event. Need a laptop or hotspot to participate? Call the O'Connell Branch at 617-349-4019. For questions about the Middle Grade Mystery Writing Group, please email cmeisler@cambridgema.gov.