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  Embrace Winter in Cambridge With A New Series of Exciting Events

  Winter Mix is a new series of free community events designed to foster warmth, joy, and connection during the coldest part of the year. Shake off the winter blues with warm food, hot chocolate, winter games, performances, and festive activities. Join us for themed outdoor events every Thursday during the month of February, or come to an indoor pop-up on Saturdays February 7, 14, and 28. Visit our website for event times, locations, and featured entertainment.

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  Cambridge Seeking Community Members for New Commission Vacancies

  Vacancies are available for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Committees, Human Rights Commission, and Open Data Review Board.

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  Learn How Cambridge’s Budget Works: Participate in a City Budget Walk Through Interactive Session

  In February, join us for one of two City Budget Walk Throughs, where City leaders and staff will break down how the budget is developed, how funding decisions are made, and how residents can meaningfully participate in future budget-shaping opportunities.

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  Cambridge City Manager Signs Executive Order and Joins City Council and Metro Mayors Coalition in Standing Together to Protect Residents and Stand Against Illegal ICE Actions

  City of Cambridge leadership and elected officials stood together with colleagues in the Metro Mayors Coalition today to affirm their values as a coalition of regional municipal leaders and protect the rights of their residents.

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  Apply to the 2026 DHSP Summer Lottery through March 9!

  The Department of Human Service Programs (DHSP) offers summer programs to Cambridge children and youth currently in Kindergarten through 8th grade. Activities include art, sports, swimming, field trips, and more. All DHSP summer camps and programs are filled through a lottery process. The deadline to apply to the 2025 DHSP Summer Lottery application is Monday, March 9.

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  Council on Aging Extends Programming at Russell Youth and Community Center

  In response to community feedback and participation, the Cambridge Council on Aging will continue to offer programming for Cambridge adults age 60 and older at the Russell Youth and Community Center, 680 Huron Ave. Older adults are also invited to enjoy the Center’s Common Area on Thursdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

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  Black History Month at the Library

  Library unveils programs and events to celebrate Black History Month

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  City of Cambridge 2026 Scholarship Applications Now Being Accepted

  The annual Scholarship Fund, which is in its 34th year, provides financial assistance to college-bound high school seniors and other Cambridge residents who wish to pursue post-secondary education. The deadline is March 4, 2026.

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  City Funds Acquisition of Future Affordable Housing Site

  The Cambridge Housing Authority (CHA), with financial support from the City of Cambridge Affordable Housing Trust (AHT), has successfully purchased 31-37 Mellen Street from Lesley University. The site will be developed into affordable housing designed for families.