Calendar

Saturday

July 20

• 9:30 AM

  Vinyl Cutting 101 (Main)

  Main Library, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138

  Would you like to make your own vinyl signs, stickers, or images to transfer to T-shirts and other textiles? In this workshop, you can learn how to use our Roland Camm-1 GS-24 vinyl cutter. You can then design a sticker and cut it with our vinyl cutter! Registration is required. You must complete Hive Safety Training before registering for this workshop.

• 11:00 AM

  Equipment and Studio Reservations (Main)

  Main Library, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138

  During this reservation period, anyone who has completed Hive training and is badged to use equipment or studio(s) can reserve Hive equipment or studio spaces. Staff will assist participants as they are able.

• 12:00 PM

  Gatsby Community Workshop (Main)

  Main Library, Lecture Hall, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138

  Inspired by A.R.T.’s production of Gatsby, these workshops use theater as a framework to explore themes of belonging, aspirations for the future, and what the American Dream means today, and activate our Essential Question: How can we build a new world that is in conversation with those that came before? A.R.T.’s Engagement workshops allow community members from across Greater Boston to deeply engage in the themes, questions, and ideas sparked by our productions through theatrical frameworks, generative dialogue, and community-building activities. Cosponsored by Cambridge Public Library. Registration is required to participate in this program.

• 1:00 PM

  Summer Cyanotype Workshop

  Main Library, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138

  Join local photographer and artist Edie Bresler for a fun hands-on workshop on cyanotype, a method of photography that uses the sun to develop prints! Participants will learn all about the process and techniques used in this photography method and create their own small cyanotype print with natural objects. This event will take place outside of the Main Library in Joan Lorentz Park, in the shade and in direct sunlight. Please plan accordingly. Note: If rain or heavy clouds affect our ability to make prints outside, we will offer this workshop inside in the Community Room with artificial light sources. About the artist: Edie Bresler uses a broad range of photographic approaches to engage ideas of perception, truth and collectivity. A recipient of a Massachusetts Cultural Council fellowship, a New York Foundation for the Arts grant, several Somerville Arts Council awards and a Berkshire Taconic Artist, Bresler's projects have been featured on Good Morning America, PBS Greater Boston, Photograph Magazine, Lenscratch, Slate, Esquire, Photo District News, Business Insider, and more. A popular speaker and educator, Bresler often partners with community organizations to produce local community photography art projects. Registration for this event will open at 9 a.m. on July 1, 2024.

• 2:00 PM

  Summer Reading: Nintendo Switch Party for Ages 11-14 (Valente)

  Valente Branch, 826 Cambridge St., Cambridge, MA 02141

  Join our Nintendo Switch party! We will be using library consoles to enjoy multiplayer games. This program is for ages 11-14. This program can accommodate 16 gamers. Tickets are available on a first come, first served basis on the day of the program. The gamer must be present to receive a ticket. This program starts promptly, and any unclaimed spots will be offered to someone waiting. We appreciate your patience and understanding. Please call 617-349-4015 for further details.

• 2:00 PM

  Summer Reading: Tie Dye Workshop (O'Neill)

  O'Neill Branch, 70 Rindge Ave., Cambridge, MA 02140

  Join us at the O'Neill branch and make your own tie-dye t-shirt! The Library will provide white t-shirts and kerchiefs. If supplies permit, you are welcome to bring other clean cotton items to dye (light colors work best). For children ages 5 and up with a caregiver. Registration is required. Please register each individual who will be participating. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at 617-349-4023 or via email: sjoycefarley@cambridgema.gov