Short Story Reading Group (Central Square)
Every month we will read and discuss a short story as a group. For July we will be reading "Fern" by Jean Toomer. Copies of the story will be available for pick up at the Central Square Branch.
Registration is helpful but not required!
Cambridge Residents Age 60+: Attend the Cambridge Police Senior Academy!
The Cambridge Police Senior Academy is a unique opportunity for Cambridge adults age 60 and older to engage with law enforcement professionals, learn about policing practices, and gain insights into public safety initiatives. This comprehensive program aims to foster positive relationships between older adults and the Cambridge Police Department while providing valuable education.
Two Former City of Cambridge Leaders Receive Fresh Pond Stewardship Award
The City of Cambridge recently presented the 2024 Fresh Pond Stewardship Award to two former City of Cambridge Leaders, retired Deputy City Manager Lisa Peterson and retired Managing Director of Cambridge Water Department Stephen “Sam” Corda. Both recipients were honored for their long-standing commitment to and love for Fresh Pond Reservation.
Out There in Cambridge
How could we ________ in a Cambridge public space? Post your idea to social media using #outthereincambridge or #cambridgepublicspacelab connect
Fourth of July Street Closures
There will be significant travel impacts this weekend in Boston and Cambridge due to the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular event.
Significant Drought Conditions and Water Use Restrictions In Effect in Cambridge
The Cambridge Water Department (CWD) would like to inform the Cambridge community about the latest water drought status. In mid-January, the Secretary of the Commonwealth’s Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) elevated the Cambridge and Northeast region drought level status to Level 2 (Significant Drought). All nonessential outdoor water use is currently prohibited.
2015 Site Monitoring Report
Highlights include: a proposed wet meadow restoration project in Weston, ongoing construction and improvements along Route 2 and 128 that will result in 5 new stormwater treatment and spill containment basins, improvements to 8 existing basins along Route 128, and the creation of vegetated swales in the Route 2 median.