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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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LOUROVERSE - Living for Comics
Sunday, November 8 @ 2:00 PM
Luís Louro is one of the most celebrated and prolific Portuguese comics artists. In over four decades, Luís Louro published dozens of works and has been receiving growing national and international recognition. His most recent graphic novel, The Children of Baba Yaga, received the Best Work by a Portuguese Comics Artist Award at the 2025 Amadora BD, the most important international comics festival held annually in Portugal. He was also decorated by the President of Portugal in recognition of his 40 years of dedication to comic arts.
At the Cambridge Public Library, Louro will show examples of his art and speak both about the techniques and inspiration for the characters and plots in his work. He will also discuss the Portuguese comic arts scene and collaboration with other parts of the world, in particular the Boston vibrant comics community.
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LOUROVERSE - Living for Comics
Luís Louro is one of the most celebrated and prolific Portuguese comics artists. In over four decades, Luís Louro published dozens of works and has been receiving growing national and international recognition. His most recent graphic novel, The Children of Baba Yaga, received the Best Work by a Portuguese Comics Artist Award at the 2025 Amadora BD, the most important international comics festival held annually in Portugal. He was also decorated by the President of Portugal in recognition of his 40 years of dedication to comic arts. At the Cambridge Public Library, Louro will show examples of his art and speak both about the techniques and inspiration for the characters and plots in his work. He will also discuss the Portuguese comic arts scene and collaboration with other parts of the world, in particular the Boston vibrant comics community.
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Aging with Mindfulness (Virtual)
This program, led by Zeenat Potia, will introduce and utilize mindfulness techniques to help us examine and regulate everyday life changes with a focus on aging. Participants will learn and benefit from the development of a mindfulness practice to enable responding to getting older in a calm, clear and thoughtful manner. Registration is required. This is a virtual event. A Zoom link will be sent to all registered participants 1 hour before the event.
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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 beginner level. No testing is needed.. For more information call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.
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Songs, Stories and Play (O'Neill)
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 617-349-4023 for more information.
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Baby Lapsit (Boudreau)
Bounces and rhymes for caregivers and babies to learn, play and develop language and motor skills. Recommended for babies ages 0-18 months and their caregivers. No registration is required. Please call 617-349-4017 for more information.
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Morning Sing-Along (Main)
Join us to sing and move together. 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. 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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Tech for All: Meet Your Device Workshop
Received an acceptance email? Join us to pick up your device and learn how to use it! We’ll show you the basics, answer your questions, and help you get started with your new technology. If you have any questions, please contact CPLDigitalEquity@Cambridgema.gov
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Wellness for Older Adults: Zumba Gold (Virtual)
Put on your dancing shoes to improve flexibility and balance, strengthen muscles and have fun! Certified Zumba Gold instructor Emily B. will lead you through 45 minutes of low-impact and easy-to-follow choreography in your own home through Zoom. Join us! Registration for each session is required. This is a virtual event. A Zoom link will be sent to all registered participants 1 hour before the event. If you register after that time, please email bquinlan@cambridgema.gov to receive the link.
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Beginner ESOL Class (Central Square)
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Class. This class will be taught at a beginner level. No testing needed. For more information call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013. No registration is needed. Bring a notebook and pen.
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English Conversation Practice, Intermediate (O'Neill)
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.
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LOUROVERSE - Living for Comics
Luís Louro is one of the most celebrated and prolific Portuguese comics artists. In over four decades, Luís Louro published dozens of works and has been receiving growing national and international recognition. His most recent graphic novel, The Children of Baba Yaga, received the Best Work by a Portuguese Comics Artist Award at the 2025 Amadora BD, the most important international comics festival held annually in Portugal. He was also decorated by the President of Portugal in recognition of his 40 years of dedication to comic arts. At the Cambridge Public Library, Louro will show examples of his art and speak both about the techniques and inspiration for the characters and plots in his work. He will also discuss the Portuguese comic arts scene and collaboration with other parts of the world, in particular the Boston vibrant comics community.
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Aging with Mindfulness (Virtual)
This program, led by Zeenat Potia, will introduce and utilize mindfulness techniques to help us examine and regulate everyday life changes with a focus on aging. Participants will learn and benefit from the development of a mindfulness practice to enable responding to getting older in a calm, clear and thoughtful manner. Registration is required. This is a virtual event. A Zoom link will be sent to all registered participants 1 hour before the event.
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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 beginner level. No testing is needed.. For more information call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.
-
Songs, Stories and Play (O'Neill)
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 617-349-4023 for more information.
-
Baby Lapsit (Boudreau)
Bounces and rhymes for caregivers and babies to learn, play and develop language and motor skills. Recommended for babies ages 0-18 months and their caregivers. No registration is required. Please call 617-349-4017 for more information.
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Morning Sing-Along (Main)
Join us to sing and move together. 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. 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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Tech for All: Meet Your Device Workshop
Received an acceptance email? Join us to pick up your device and learn how to use it! We’ll show you the basics, answer your questions, and help you get started with your new technology. If you have any questions, please contact CPLDigitalEquity@Cambridgema.gov
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LOUROVERSE - Living for Comics
Luís Louro is one of the most celebrated and prolific Portuguese comics artists. In over four decades, Luís Louro published dozens of works and has been receiving growing national and international recognition. His most recent graphic novel, The Children of Baba Yaga, received the Best Work by a Portuguese Comics Artist Award at the 2025 Amadora BD, the most important international comics festival held annually in Portugal. He was also decorated by the President of Portugal in recognition of his 40 years of dedication to comic arts. At the Cambridge Public Library, Louro will show examples of his art and speak both about the techniques and inspiration for the characters and plots in his work. He will also discuss the Portuguese comic arts scene and collaboration with other parts of the world, in particular the Boston vibrant comics community.
-
Aging with Mindfulness (Virtual)
This program, led by Zeenat Potia, will introduce and utilize mindfulness techniques to help us examine and regulate everyday life changes with a focus on aging. Participants will learn and benefit from the development of a mindfulness practice to enable responding to getting older in a calm, clear and thoughtful manner. Registration is required. This is a virtual event. A Zoom link will be sent to all registered participants 1 hour before the event.
-
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 beginner level. No testing is needed.. For more information call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.