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Applications Now Being Accepted for Cambridge Preschool Program 2025-2026 School Year

The City of Cambridge and Cambridge Public Schools are delighted to announce that applications for the Cambridge Preschool Program (CPP) for the 2025-2026 school year are now being accepted through Thursday, October 31, 2024. The CPP application is available on https://earlychildhoodcambridge.org/cpp/.
November 5, 2024 Presidential Election Voting Options

Information regarding voter registration, voting by mail, voting early in-person, voting on Election Day, and specimen ballots for the November 5, 2024 State Primary.
Central Square Rezoning Block Party

The Central Square Rezoning team invites you to come learn and play with us at a Block Party in Central Square on Saturday, October 19th! The team will share the zoning recommendations along with art, activities, dancing, and information about other important projects in and around Central Square.
Attend the "Keep It Local" Job Fair on October 24!

Learn about job openings at Cambridge-based companies and speak to company representatives.
Registration Open for Flu and COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics

The Cambridge Public Health Department is urging residents to get vaccinated against both COVID-19 and flu to protect against serious illness, recommending these vaccines for everyone 6 months and older.
New Lease Rent Relief Grant Application Re-Opens for Cambridge Small Businesses

New, small, for-profit businesses in Cambridge are eligible to apply to the last round of the New Lease Rent Relief grant.
STEAM It Up! Family Event on Thursday, October 24

Are you curious about the brain? Have you ever wanted to explore ways to protect the environment? Maybe you'd like to design a robot that creates colorful artwork?

Join more than 30 local STEAM providers for a fun-filled evening with exciting STEAM activities (and free pizza)! The event will be held Thursday, Oct. 24 at the Rindge Ave. Upper Campus / Peabody Elementary School (70 Rindge Ave.)
Cambridge's Rodent Control Program Offers Free Exterior Service to Residential Properties of Four or Less Units

The City of Cambridge has contracted with a private pest control company to offer this exterior residential rodent control assistance program as part of its broader rodent control efforts.
Current Board Vacancies: Transit Advisory Committee

Serving on a board or commission can be a rewarding experience and an excellent way to contribute to the quality of life of the community in which you live or work. Are you ready to play a critical role in shaping Cambridge’s civic landscape? Apply today at Cambridgema.gov/Apply.

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Oct

16 Wed

City of Cambridge and De Novo Immigration Legal Screening Virtual Clinics
8:30 AM
This FREE monthly clinic offers Massachusetts residents a consultation with an immigration attorney and the chance to learn more about how immigration law affects them and their families.
Cambridge Redevelopment Authority
5:30 PM
Cambridge Redevelopment Authority

Oct

17 Thu

Board of Assessors Public Meeting
10:00 AM
Board of Assessors Public Meeting
Cambridge Biosafety Committee
3:00 PM
Cambridge Biosafety Committee

Oct

20 Sun

Mapping Feminist Cambridge: Inman Square Tour
11:00 AM
Join the Cambridge Commission on the Status of Women for our three-part tour series, Mapping Feminist Cambridge (MFC). Each tour covers one Cambridge neighborhood square, Central, Inman, or Harvard Square.

Oct

21 Mon

Regular City Council Meeting
5:30 PM
Regular City Council meeting
Conservation Commission Meeting
7:00 PM
Monthly Agenda

Oct

16 Wed

City of Cambridge and De Novo Immigration Legal Screening Virtual Clinics
8:30 AM
This FREE monthly clinic offers Massachusetts residents a consultation with an immigration attorney and the chance to learn more about how immigration law affects them and their families.
Cambridge Redevelopment Authority
5:30 PM
Cambridge Redevelopment Authority

Oct

17 Thu

Board of Assessors Public Meeting
10:00 AM
Board of Assessors Public Meeting
Cambridge Biosafety Committee
3:00 PM
Cambridge Biosafety Committee

Oct

20 Sun

Mapping Feminist Cambridge: Inman Square Tour
11:00 AM
Join the Cambridge Commission on the Status of Women for our three-part tour series, Mapping Feminist Cambridge (MFC). Each tour covers one Cambridge neighborhood square, Central, Inman, or Harvard Square.

Oct

21 Mon

Regular City Council Meeting
5:30 PM
Regular City Council meeting
Conservation Commission Meeting
7:00 PM
Monthly Agenda

Oct

16 Wed

City of Cambridge and De Novo Immigration Legal Screening Virtual Clinics
8:30 AM
This FREE monthly clinic offers Massachusetts residents a consultation with an immigration attorney and the chance to learn more about how immigration law affects them and their families.
Cambridge Redevelopment Authority
5:30 PM
Cambridge Redevelopment Authority

Oct

17 Thu

Board of Assessors Public Meeting
10:00 AM
Board of Assessors Public 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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Boards and Commissions - Vacancies

Support the City and apply for a position in any of the current vacancies:

Citizens Committee on Civic Unity
Family Policy Council
Human Rights Commission
Transit Advisory Committee

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Drinking Water Quality Report

The 2024 report provides information on your drinking water supplied by the Cambridge Water Department, how it is treated, the quality of the water you receive, and how Cambridge water meets and surpasses all state and federal drinking water standards.

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FREE Preschool for 2025‑2026 School Year*; Apply by October 31

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Applications Now Being Accepted for Cambridge Preschool Program 2025-2026 School Year

November 5, 2024 Presidential Election Voting Options

Central Square Rezoning Block Party

Attend the "Keep It Local" Job Fair on October 24!

Registration Open for Flu and COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics

New Lease Rent Relief Grant Application Re-Opens for Cambridge Small Businesses

STEAM It Up! Family Event on Thursday, October 24

Cambridge's Rodent Control Program Offers Free Exterior Service to Residential Properties of Four or Less Units

Current Board Vacancies: Transit Advisory Committee

View Our Digital Publications

Coming Up

Helpful Resources

Career Center

Boards and Commissions - Vacancies

Drinking Water Quality Report

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