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Hi! I am Maria McCauley, the Director of Libraries. Learn more about upcoming Library programs and events in my weekly message.

Grand Reopening Party! (Collins)

Thursday, June 12 @ 4:00 PM

Join us to celebrate the reopening of the Collins Branch! Come reconnect with Collins staff and neighbors and meet the new Branch Manager. Enjoy refreshments, crafts, and games in your neighborhood. Weather permitting, the party will take place in the back yard.

Evening Yoga at the CPL (Main)

Thursday, June 12 @ 6:00 PM

Shayla Tate of M.U.D.D. Flower Yoga leads us through a 60-minute outdoor evening flow. Registration is preferred but not required. The Library will not provide any materials - please bring your own mat and whatever items are in your practice. In case of inclement weather, the event will take place in the Community Room.

News

Dr. Maria McCauley, Director of Libraries, Elected President of the American Library Association

The City of Cambridge is proud to announce that Dr. Maria McCauley, Director of Libraries, has been elected 2026-2027 American Library Association president.

Director's Update, June 1, 2025

Portuguese Heritage Month Concert, Crafting for Pride, Queer Zine Making, and More!
Director's Update, May 25, 2025

Gretchen Sisson, Small Business Workshop, Folk Music Concert, and More!
Director's Update, May 18, 2025

Social Crafting, Medicinal Plant Walk, Implications of Generative AI, and More!
Director's Update, May 11, 2025

Cambridge Cooks, ‘Froca Fitness, Haitian Flag Day, and More!

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Coming Up

Zing Laser Cutting 101 (Main)
9:30 AM
Learn how to use our Epilog Zing—an industry-standard laser-cutting machine. Complete this workshop to earn a...
Learn how to use our Epilog Zing—an industry-standard laser-cutting machine. Complete this workshop to earn a badge for the Zing laser cutter. With a badge, you can reserve the Epilog Zing to use on our equipment booking page at designated times. You must complete Hive Safety Training before registering for this program. View The Hive's workshop schedule here.
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Songs and Stories (Boudreau)
10:30 AM
Put on your dancing shoes and head over for a morning of singing and dancing! We'll sing and move together,...
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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Stories, Songs & Play (Central Square)
10:30 AM
Join us for a new hour-long program, featuring thirty minutes of songs and stories and thirty minutes of open...
Join us for a new hour-long program, featuring thirty minutes of songs and stories and thirty minutes of open play! No tickets required. This program is recommended for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.
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Intermediate ESOL Class (Central Square)
11:00 AM
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 Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.
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One-on-One Tech Help at Main Library
11:00 AM
Looking for some basic computer or mobile device guidance? Want to learn how to access audiobooks and eBooks?...
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 Gina Josette Rivera by email at gjosette@cambridgema.gov
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Story Time (O'Neill)
11:00 AM
Join us for a half hour of stories for children of all ages and their caregivers.
Story Time (Valente)
11:00 AM
We invite children and their grown-ups to join us for 20-25 minutes of songs, stories and rhymes. This...
We invite children and their grown-ups to join us for 20-25 minutes of songs, stories and rhymes. This program will take place in the Community Room. No registration is required. For more information, please call the library at (617) 349-4015.
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Toddler Story Time
11:00 AM
We invite children and their caregivers for 20-25 minutes of stories and songs. Recommended for children 18...
We invite children and their caregivers for 20-25 minutes of stories and songs. 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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One-on-One Tech Help at Main Library
11:30 AM
Looking for some basic computer or mobile device guidance? Want to learn how to access audiobooks and eBooks?...
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 Gina Josette Rivera by email at gjosette@cambridgema.gov
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One-on-One Tech Help at Main Library
12:00 PM
Looking for some basic computer or mobile device guidance? Want to learn how to access audiobooks and eBooks?...
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 Gina Josette Rivera by email at gjosette@cambridgema.gov
View Full Description
One-on-One Tech Help at Main Library
12:30 PM
Looking for some basic computer or mobile device guidance? Want to learn how to access audiobooks and eBooks?...
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 Gina Josette Rivera by email at gjosette@cambridgema.gov
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High Beginner ESOL Class (Central Square)
1:00 PM
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.
View Full Description

Zing Laser Cutting 101 (Main)
9:30 AM
Learn how to use our Epilog Zing—an industry-standard laser-cutting machine. Complete this workshop to earn a...
Learn how to use our Epilog Zing—an industry-standard laser-cutting machine. Complete this workshop to earn a badge for the Zing laser cutter. With a badge, you can reserve the Epilog Zing to use on our equipment booking page at designated times. You must complete Hive Safety Training before registering for this program. View The Hive's workshop schedule here.
View Full Description
Songs and Stories (Boudreau)
10:30 AM
Put on your dancing shoes and head over for a morning of singing and dancing! We'll sing and move together,...
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.
View Full Description
Stories, Songs & Play (Central Square)
10:30 AM
Join us for a new hour-long program, featuring thirty minutes of songs and stories and thirty minutes of open...
Join us for a new hour-long program, featuring thirty minutes of songs and stories and thirty minutes of open play! No tickets required. This program is recommended for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.
View Full Description
Intermediate ESOL Class (Central Square)
11:00 AM
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 Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.
View Full Description
One-on-One Tech Help at Main Library
11:00 AM
Looking for some basic computer or mobile device guidance? Want to learn how to access audiobooks and eBooks?...
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 Gina Josette Rivera by email at gjosette@cambridgema.gov
View Full Description
Story Time (O'Neill)
11:00 AM
Join us for a half hour of stories for children of all ages and their caregivers.
Story Time (Valente)
11:00 AM
We invite children and their grown-ups to join us for 20-25 minutes of songs, stories and rhymes. This...
We invite children and their grown-ups to join us for 20-25 minutes of songs, stories and rhymes. This program will take place in the Community Room. No registration is required. For more information, please call the library at (617) 349-4015.
View Full Description
Toddler Story Time
11:00 AM
We invite children and their caregivers for 20-25 minutes of stories and songs. Recommended for children 18...
We invite children and their caregivers for 20-25 minutes of stories and songs. 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.
View Full Description

Zing Laser Cutting 101 (Main)
9:30 AM
Learn how to use our Epilog Zing—an industry-standard laser-cutting machine. Complete this workshop to earn a...
Learn how to use our Epilog Zing—an industry-standard laser-cutting machine. Complete this workshop to earn a badge for the Zing laser cutter. With a badge, you can reserve the Epilog Zing to use on our equipment booking page at designated times. You must complete Hive Safety Training before registering for this program. View The Hive's workshop schedule here.
View Full Description
Songs and Stories (Boudreau)
10:30 AM
Put on your dancing shoes and head over for a morning of singing and dancing! We'll sing and move together,...
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.
View Full Description
Stories, Songs & Play (Central Square)
10:30 AM
Join us for a new hour-long program, featuring thirty minutes of songs and stories and thirty minutes of open...
Join us for a new hour-long program, featuring thirty minutes of songs and stories and thirty minutes of open play! No tickets required. This program is recommended for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.
View Full Description

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