Unless a branch is specified in the title, all programs happen at the Main Library
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Monday
July 29
9:00 AM
Main Library, Community Room, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138
Innovators for Purpose (iFp) Studio is a youth-powered design and innovation program where young creatives channel their energy and creative vision to imagine and build a better world. Blending art, design, science, technology and storytelling within a social justice framework, iFp creatives engage in real-world client-sponsored projects.
July 8 - August 9, weekdays from 9:15am-3:30pm at the Main Library
4:00 PM
Boudreau Branch, 245 Concord Ave., Cambridge, MA 02138
The Juice and Jelly Funtime Band plays original music written for children and their families. Their songs are a bit folky, a little rock’n’roll, and even a tad educational! Come sing, dance, and laugh to songs about plants, animals, make-believe characters, and more. This program is recommended for children of all ages and their caregivers. No registration required.
Funding for Summer Reading has been generously provided by the City of Cambridge, Cambridge Public Library Foundation, Friends of the Cambridge Public Library and Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners
Tuesday
July 30
9:00 AM
Main Library, Community Room, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138
Innovators for Purpose (iFp) Studio is a youth-powered design and innovation program where young creatives channel their energy and creative vision to imagine and build a better world. Blending art, design, science, technology and storytelling within a social justice framework, iFp creatives engage in real-world client-sponsored projects.
July 8 - August 9, weekdays from 9:15am-3:30pm at the Main Library
11:00 AM
Boudreau Branch, 245 Concord Ave., Cambridge, MA 02138
Have you ever wanted to know more about the little insect critters that live in our local ecosystems? Join CPL Nature Club at Fresh Pond's Lusitania Meadow for a short walk in which we observe and learn about this dazzlingly diverse class of animals. This program is open to all ages, from adults to children and their caregivers. Registration is required. Please register all attendees, including caregivers.
For more information, contact Michael McGlathery at mmcglathery@cambridgema.gov or call the Boudreau Branch at 617-349-4017.
11:00 AM
Valente Branch, 826 Cambridge St., Cambridge, MA 02141
Our usual weekly sing-along gets an upgrade - join us for a dance party to get your wiggles out!
This program will take place in the Community Room at the Valente Branch Library. If the weather is particularly fine, the program may move outside to the Valente Reading Garden on Berkshire Street. For more information, please call the library at (617) 349-4015.
2:00 PM
Main Library, Teen Room, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138
Drop into the Teen Room any Tuesday afternoon this summer and enjoy a variety of FREE activities, from board games to video games, 3D pens, paper crafts, anime, and more. Or just sit down with a great book from our shelves. No registration required.
Wednesday
July 31
9:00 AM
Main Library, Community Room, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138
Innovators for Purpose (iFp) Studio is a youth-powered design and innovation program where young creatives channel their energy and creative vision to imagine and build a better world. Blending art, design, science, technology and storytelling within a social justice framework, iFp creatives engage in real-world client-sponsored projects.
July 8 - August 9, weekdays from 9:15am-3:30pm at the Main Library
2:00 PM
Main Library, Curious George Room, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138
Join our Nintendo Switch party! We'll have two multiplayer games available to play on our library consoles. This program is for ages 7-9. There will be a Nintendo Switch Party for older kids in August.
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 617-349-4038 for more information.
2:00 PM
O'Connell Branch, 48 Sixth St., Cambridge, MA 02141
Come join Rockabye Beats for an interactive, musical program experience! We'll sing, play, explore instruments, dance, pretend, learn a little Spanish, and show off our goofy side. For children of all ages and their caregivers. No registration required.
Funding for Summer Reading has been generously provided by the City of Cambridge, Cambridge Public Library Foundation, Friends of the Cambridge Public Library and Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners
2:00 PM
O'Neill Branch, 70 Rindge Ave., Cambridge, MA 02140
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 celebrate the 2024 Summer Olympic Games by playing indoor and outdoor games.
5:30 PM
O'Connell Branch, 48 Sixth St., Cambridge, MA 02141
We invite children and their grown-ups to join us for a special evening story time event. This program will run for 20-25 minutes, with songs, stories and rhymes. This program will be held indoors at the O'Connell Branch Library. No registration is required. Please call 617-349-4019 for more information.
6:30 PM
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.
Thursday
August 1
9:00 AM
Main Library, Community Room, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138
Innovators for Purpose (iFp) Studio is a youth-powered design and innovation program where young creatives channel their energy and creative vision to imagine and build a better world. Blending art, design, science, technology and storytelling within a social justice framework, iFp creatives engage in real-world client-sponsored projects.
July 8 - August 9, weekdays from 9:15am-3:30pm at the Main Library
1:00 PM
Main Library, Teen Room, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138
Join others to discuss the CRLS One School One Story summer reading book, The Faint of Heart by Kerilynn Wilson. Get your free copy at the Main Library Teen Room. No registration required.
Pizza will be provided. Call 617-349-4027 for more information.
4:00 PM
Valente Branch, 826 Cambridge St., Cambridge, MA 02141
What better way to learn about wildlife than by observing them in person? Meet wildlife ambassadors and discover the amazing adaptations that help them survive in the wild. Ask questions and learn what you can do to protect the wildlife of Cambridge. For children of all ages and their caregivers.
Funding for Summer Reading has been generously provided by the City of Cambridge, Cambridge Public Library Foundation, Friends of the Cambridge Public Library and Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners
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