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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.

Budgeting with Google Sheets (Virtual)

Wednesday, April 30 @ 6:00 PM

Learn how to use Google Sheets - Google's version of Excel! You will learn how to create a sheet and enter data in a friendly learning environment. A Gmail account is required for this class - please remember your password! To view and register for other Basic Tech Classes at the Library, please go to tinyurl.com/basictechclass. This is a virtual event. A Zoom link will be sent to all registered participants 1 hour before the event. Registration is encouraged, but not required.

Traditional Chinese Watercolor by Xiang Li Exhibit (Main)

Thursday, May 1 @ 3:00 PM

The Cambridge Public Library is honored to host the breathtaking art of Xiang Li, featuring over a dozen selected canvas portraits of Chinese empresses, for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. The artwork is located on L2.

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, April 27, 2025

Dr. Jim O'Connell, Seed Swap, Portmanteau, Elder Walk, and Much More
Director's Update, April 20, 2025

Director's Update, April 20, 2025
Director's Update, April 13, 2025

Wellness for Older Adults, Sacred Songs and Rituals, Tween STEAM, Introduction to Rewilding, and More!
National Library Week 2025

Read Cambridge City Council Resolution in acknowledgment of National Library Week.

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Baby Lapsit (Main)
10:00 AM
Just for you and the baby! Enjoy time together with other parents, caregivers and babies to learn, play, and...
Just for you and the baby! Enjoy time together with other parents, caregivers and babies to learn, play, and develop language and motor skills. Recommended for 0 to 12 months. Come prepared to sit on the floor one-on-one with your baby in your lap. This program can accommodate 15 babies and their caregivers. 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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Wellness for Older Adults: Tai Chi Paradigm - Intermediate (Main)
10:00 AM
Join us in this twelve-week Tai Chi Paradigm practice, which focuses on the mind and body connection. Tai Chi...
Join us in this twelve-week Tai Chi Paradigm practice, which focuses on the mind and body connection. Tai Chi is a fluid sequence of movements choreographed in a low impact routine. Sifu Mynor Diaz has been learning and teaching Tai Chi classes for over 20 years. This is an in-person event at the Main Library. Due to the popularity of Sifu Diaz's classes, we expect participants to attend all sessions and participation in this program will be decided by lottery. To enter the lottery, please register for the waitlist below. This waitlist will constitute the pool from which 15 names will be drawn randomly. Registration will open Wednesday, February 5 at 9AM and close Wednesday, February 19 at 5PM. Participants selected will be notified on Saturday, February 22. Sponsored by the Cambridge Public Library Foundation
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Beginner ESOL Class (Central Square)
10:30 AM
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Class. This class will be taught at a beginner...
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Class. This class will be taught at a beginner level. No testing is needed. For more information call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.
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Story Time (Central Square)
10:30 AM
Join us for a half-hour of stories in the Children's Room. For ages birth-5 with caregivers. The City of...
Join us for a half-hour of stories in the Children's Room. For ages birth-5 with caregivers. The City of Cambridge does not discriminate, including on the basis of disability. We may provide auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures to people with disabilities. For more information contact us at library@cambridgema.gov, 617-349-4032 (voice), or via relay at 711.
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Fiber Crafts Group - Drop-In (O'Connell)
11:00 AM
Bring your project and enjoy the company of other fiber crafters Drop-in with this informal group to work on...
Bring your project and enjoy the company of other fiber crafters Drop-in with this informal group to work on your craft, get inspired, pick up skills and socialize. Knit, embroider, crochet, spin, mend, cross stitch and more. All crafts are welcome!
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Morning Sing-Along (Main)
11:00 AM
It's a Library dance party! All ages. This program can accommodate 130 people. Tickets are available on a...
It's a Library dance party! All ages. 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. The City of Cambridge does not discriminate, including on the basis of disability. We may provide auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures to people with disabilities. For more information contact us at library@cambridgema.gov, 617-349-4032 (voice), or via relay at 711.
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Beginner ESOL (Central Square)
1:00 PM
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Class. This class will be taught at a beginner...
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Class. This class will be taught at a beginner level. No testing is needed. For more information call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.
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English Conversation Practice, Intermediate (O'Neill)
1:00 PM
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Conversation Practice. This conversation group...
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Conversation Practice. This conversation group is for those with an intermediate or high level of English language skill. No testing is required. For more information on other ESOL classes, please call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.
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Equipment and Studio Reservations (Main)
1:00 PM
During this reservation period, anyone who has completed Hive training and is certified to use equipment or...
During this reservation period, anyone who has completed Hive training and is certified to use equipment or studio(s) can reserve Hive equipment or studio spaces. Staff will assist participants as they are able.
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Resume and Job Application Support (Central Square)
1:00 PM
Looking for assistance creating a resume or looking for jobs? Join us at the Central Square Branch Library...
Looking for assistance creating a resume or looking for jobs? Join us at the Central Square Branch Library (45 Pearl St.) for assistance with resumes, job hunting, and online applications. Support will be available from 1-3 p.m. No registration is required. For more information call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.
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Expressive Arts for Older Adults: Open Studio (Main)
1:30 PM
Looking for a space to unleash your creativity? Join instructor Marguerite White, Wednesday afternoons March...
Looking for a space to unleash your creativity? Join instructor Marguerite White, Wednesday afternoons March 5 through April 30 (No group on April 2), for two hours each week to work on a drawing or watercolor project of your choice. A still-life arrangement and basic supplies will be provided. If you have any questions, please reach out to Brynne Quinlan at bquinlan@cambridgema.gov or (617)349-4041. Registration required for each session.
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Wednesdays of Wonder - W.O.W.! (O'Neill)
2:30 PM
Come to the Library for games and a different activity each week! Kids of all ages can hang out and do crafts...
Come to the Library for games and a different activity each week! Kids of all ages can hang out and do crafts or STEAM activities. No registration required. This week we will make a chalk mural outside!
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Baby Lapsit (Main)
10:00 AM
Just for you and the baby! Enjoy time together with other parents, caregivers and babies to learn, play, and...
Just for you and the baby! Enjoy time together with other parents, caregivers and babies to learn, play, and develop language and motor skills. Recommended for 0 to 12 months. Come prepared to sit on the floor one-on-one with your baby in your lap. This program can accommodate 15 babies and their caregivers. 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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Wellness for Older Adults: Tai Chi Paradigm - Intermediate (Main)
10:00 AM
Join us in this twelve-week Tai Chi Paradigm practice, which focuses on the mind and body connection. Tai Chi...
Join us in this twelve-week Tai Chi Paradigm practice, which focuses on the mind and body connection. Tai Chi is a fluid sequence of movements choreographed in a low impact routine. Sifu Mynor Diaz has been learning and teaching Tai Chi classes for over 20 years. This is an in-person event at the Main Library. Due to the popularity of Sifu Diaz's classes, we expect participants to attend all sessions and participation in this program will be decided by lottery. To enter the lottery, please register for the waitlist below. This waitlist will constitute the pool from which 15 names will be drawn randomly. Registration will open Wednesday, February 5 at 9AM and close Wednesday, February 19 at 5PM. Participants selected will be notified on Saturday, February 22. Sponsored by the Cambridge Public Library Foundation
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Beginner ESOL Class (Central Square)
10:30 AM
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Class. This class will be taught at a beginner...
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Class. This class will be taught at a beginner level. No testing is needed. For more information call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.
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Story Time (Central Square)
10:30 AM
Join us for a half-hour of stories in the Children's Room. For ages birth-5 with caregivers. The City of...
Join us for a half-hour of stories in the Children's Room. For ages birth-5 with caregivers. The City of Cambridge does not discriminate, including on the basis of disability. We may provide auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures to people with disabilities. For more information contact us at library@cambridgema.gov, 617-349-4032 (voice), or via relay at 711.
View Full Description
Fiber Crafts Group - Drop-In (O'Connell)
11:00 AM
Bring your project and enjoy the company of other fiber crafters Drop-in with this informal group to work on...
Bring your project and enjoy the company of other fiber crafters Drop-in with this informal group to work on your craft, get inspired, pick up skills and socialize. Knit, embroider, crochet, spin, mend, cross stitch and more. All crafts are welcome!
View Full Description
Morning Sing-Along (Main)
11:00 AM
It's a Library dance party! All ages. This program can accommodate 130 people. Tickets are available on a...
It's a Library dance party! All ages. 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. The City of Cambridge does not discriminate, including on the basis of disability. We may provide auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures to people with disabilities. For more information contact us at library@cambridgema.gov, 617-349-4032 (voice), or via relay at 711.
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Beginner ESOL (Central Square)
1:00 PM
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Class. This class will be taught at a beginner...
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Class. This class will be taught at a beginner level. No testing is needed. For more information call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.
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English Conversation Practice, Intermediate (O'Neill)
1:00 PM
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Conversation Practice. This conversation group...
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Conversation Practice. This conversation group is for those with an intermediate or high level of English language skill. No testing is required. For more information on other ESOL classes, please call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.
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Baby Lapsit (Main)
10:00 AM
Just for you and the baby! Enjoy time together with other parents, caregivers and babies to learn, play, and...
Just for you and the baby! Enjoy time together with other parents, caregivers and babies to learn, play, and develop language and motor skills. Recommended for 0 to 12 months. Come prepared to sit on the floor one-on-one with your baby in your lap. This program can accommodate 15 babies and their caregivers. 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
Wellness for Older Adults: Tai Chi Paradigm - Intermediate (Main)
10:00 AM
Join us in this twelve-week Tai Chi Paradigm practice, which focuses on the mind and body connection. Tai Chi...
Join us in this twelve-week Tai Chi Paradigm practice, which focuses on the mind and body connection. Tai Chi is a fluid sequence of movements choreographed in a low impact routine. Sifu Mynor Diaz has been learning and teaching Tai Chi classes for over 20 years. This is an in-person event at the Main Library. Due to the popularity of Sifu Diaz's classes, we expect participants to attend all sessions and participation in this program will be decided by lottery. To enter the lottery, please register for the waitlist below. This waitlist will constitute the pool from which 15 names will be drawn randomly. Registration will open Wednesday, February 5 at 9AM and close Wednesday, February 19 at 5PM. Participants selected will be notified on Saturday, February 22. Sponsored by the Cambridge Public Library Foundation
View Full Description
Beginner ESOL Class (Central Square)
10:30 AM
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Class. This class will be taught at a beginner...
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Class. This class will be taught at a beginner level. No testing is needed. For more information call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.
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