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Become a Fire Fighter

The Cambridge Fire Department hires through the civil service process.

Cambridge Fire 617-349-4900

Become a US Citizen

The Community Learning Center helps English Language Learners get ready to take the U.S. Naturalization Test. People need to pass this test to become a U.S. citizen.

Become an Auxiliary Officer

The Cambridge Auxiliary Police Department has been serving the city of Cambridge since 1941. Originally created as a civil defense measure, the Auxiliary consists of volunteers who assist the Cambridge Police Department with traffic and crowd control at parades, festivals, road races, and other city events. The Auxiliary also conducts vehicle and foot patrols during holidays and other times as needed.

Cambridge Police 617-349-3300

Book a Room at the Library

The Cambridge Public Library offers meeting and programs spaces for groups of varying sizes to serve an educational, cultural or civic purpose.

Cambridge Public Library 617-349-4040

Browse Library Collections

Collections page of the Cambridge Public Library.

Cambridge Public Library 617-349-4040

Buy a Book About Cambridge History

Several publications on local history and neighborhood development are available for research or purchase.

Historical Commission 617-349-4683

Change my Property Mailing Address

Property owners can change the address where billing communications are sent to.

Assessing 617-349-4343

Commend Exceptional Performance by a Police Employee

The best way to commend the actions of a Police Department employee is to write a brief letter describing the incident and the actions you think were exceptional. Information such as the date, time, and the location will help identify the employee if you do not know his/her name.

Cambridge Police 617-349-3300

Contribute to City of Cambridge Scholarship Fund

The City of Cambridge Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance to Cambridge residents who wish to pursue post-secondary education.

Finance 617-349-4220

Discover What to Read Next

Looking for a recommendation of your next great read? Browse lists of CPL staff recommendations and the latest new releases, or request free personalized recommendations!

Cambridge Public Library 617-349-4040
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