Calendar

Saturday

September 21

• 9:30 AM

  Zing Laser Cutting 101 (Main)

  Main Library, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138

  Learn how to use our Epilog Zing—an industry-standard laser cutting machine. Complete this workshop to earn a badge for the Zing laser cutter. With a badge, you can reserve the Epilog Zing to use on our equipment booking page at designated times. You must complete Hive Safety Training before registering for this program. View The Hive's workshop schedule here.

• 10:00 AM

  CPL: Summer Dance in the Park

  Main Library, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138

  Want to add some new dance steps to your routine? Spend your mornings at Cambridge Public Library and learn new dances! In partnership with The Dance Complex, all are welcomed to this free outdoor dance class series. The class will take place in the park area in front of the library or in the Community room in chances of rain. Saturday, September 21: Commercial Dance with Pat Planet This class will help you gain technique, a strong stage presence, and a dancer’s body. The warm up consists of various stretches, push-ups, crunches, and club moves – overall building up your cardiovascular stamina. You will learn how to do chest, pelvis, and body rolls, grooves, isolations, partnering, and work on lighting up your inner fire! No registration is required.

• 12:00 PM

  Equipment and Studio Reservations (Main)

  Main Library, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138

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

• 1:30 PM

  Join or Die Screening at the CPL (Main)

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

  Join or Die is a film about why you should join a club—and why the fate of America depends on it. Follow the story of America's civic unraveling through the journey of Robert Putnam, whose legendary "Bowling Alone" research into American community decline may hold the answers to our democracy's present crisis. A special appearance by Professor Putnam will precede the film. After the screening, the Cambridge Public Library will host a panel discussion with community partners focusing on civic engagement, volunteering, and community building within Cambridge. Presented in partnership with Cambridge Neighbors and Cambridge Volunteers. Cambridge Neighbors is a membership-driven organization dedicated to helping adults aged 60 and over stay in the homes and neighborhoods they love by providing the opportunities and support necessary to remain integral parts of their communities. Cambridge Volunteers strengthens civic life by championing local volunteer engagement and supporting an effective and inclusive volunteer corps.

• 3:00 PM

  Chess Hour (O'Neill)

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

  Join us for a game of chess at the O'Neill Branch! Players of all skill levels and all ages are welcome to participate. Chess sets will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. This is a space for individuals to play and test their skills against other members of the community. This is not an instructional class. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at 617-349-4023 or via email: sjoycefarley@cambridgema.gov