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The mission of Safety Net is to foster positive youth development, promote mental health, support safe school and community environments, and limit youth involvement in the juvenile justice system through coordinated prevention, intervention, and diversion services for Cambridge youth and families.

Expect traffic impacts in Cambridge on Thursday, June 6, due to the Cambridge Rindge and Latin School graduation ceremony and community events in Harvard Square.

Happy National Senior Center Month! This September, the Cambridge Council on Aging joins the National Council on Aging and hundreds of Senior Centers across the country in celebrating how Senior Centers support and empower older adults. This year’s theme is “Powering Possibilities: Flip the Script,” inviting us to challenge outdated perceptions of aging and acknowledge the dynamic role that Senior Centers play in fostering creativity, connection, purpose, and resilience in later life.

Nearly 1.3 billion pounds of pumpkins end up in landfills each year. Methane from pumpkins in the trash is spooky and contributes to climate change!

Expect traffic impacts and road closures in Harvard Square and along Massachusetts Avenue on Sunday, October 8 due to the Harvard Square Oktoberfest and HONK! Parade.

Pet waste has bacteria that is harmful to our water and makes our ponds and rivers unsafe for swimming and other recreational activities.

The Cambridge Public Library (CPL) is a dynamic, community-oriented system providing excellent services, collections and programs to all members of the community.

Explore options to stay cool this summer by visiting a local pool such as Gold Star Mothers Pool, War Memorial Recreation Center Pool, Veterans Memorial Pool, or enjoying one of 27 waterplay features located in parks around the city.

In this issue, we’ll go behind the scenes of some of the City of Cambridge’s unique programs and how they are impacting the community. Learn how the City is helping families meet their basic needs, building community, and investing in new projects. Read about these and several other stories to see the City’s dedication to the overall wellness, safety, and vibrancy of Cambridge.

Transportation is an important part of what makes Cambridge the vibrant, lively City it is. More people are choosing to walk, bike, bus, and take the subway. In this issue, read about Cambridge’s commitment to improving infrastructure. Learn how the City is prioritizing safety, equity, accessibility, and education. And meet some of the people behind the scenes leading this work!