City Calendar

Story Time (Central Square)

Central Square Branch, 45 Pearl St., Cambridge, MA 02139

Join us for a half-hour of stories in the Children's Room. For ages birth-5 with caregivers. The City of Cambridge does not discriminate, including on the basis of disability. We may provide auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures to people with disabilities. For more information contact us at library@cambridgema.gov, 617-349-4032 (voice), or via relay at 711.

Fiber Crafts Group - Drop-In (O'Connell)

O'Connell Branch, 48 Sixth St., Cambridge, MA 02141

Bring your project and enjoy the company of other fiber crafters Drop-in with this informal group to work on your craft, get inspired, pick up skills and socialize. Knit, embroider, crochet, spin, mend, cross stitch and more. All crafts are welcome!

Morning Sing-Along (Main)

Main Library, Curious George Room, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138

It's a Library dance party! All ages. This program can accommodate 130 people. Tickets are available on a first come, first served basis on the day of the program. The entire party must be present to receive a ticket. This program starts promptly, and any unclaimed seats will be offered to someone waiting. We appreciate your patience and understanding. Please call 617-349-4038 for more information. The City of Cambridge does not discriminate, including on the basis of disability. We may provide auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures to people with disabilities. For more information contact us at library@cambridgema.gov, 617-349-4032 (voice), or via relay at 711.

English Conversation Practice, Intermediate (O'Neill)

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

Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Conversation Practice. This conversation group is for those with an intermediate or high level of English language skill. No testing is required. For more information on other ESOL classes, please call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.

Résumé and Job Application Support (Central Square)

Central Square Branch, 45 Pearl St., Cambridge, MA 02139

Looking for assistance creating a résumé or looking for jobs? Join us at the Central Square Branch Library (45 Pearl St.) for assistance with résumés, job hunting, and online applications. Support will be available from 1-3 p.m. No registration is required. For more information call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.

Self Led Tai Chi for Seniors

North Cambridge Senior Center 2050 Mass Ave Cambridge, MA 02140

Learn about Tai Chi

Sewing 101 (Main)

Main Library, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138

In this 90-minute workshop, you’ll learn the basics of sewing machine operation and safety. This session will cover machine setup, basic functions, threading the machine, reloading the bobbin, sewing straight stitches, and recognizing when stitch tension has gone awry. We’ll also cover some safety best practices when operating a sewing machine. As we learn together, we’ll work on a simple sewing project—a drawstring bag—which most students will be able to complete by the end of the class. You must complete Hive Safety Training before registering for this workshop.

2024 CPL Eclipse Celebration: Blackout Poetry (O'Connell)

O'Connell Branch, 48 Sixth St., Cambridge, MA 02141

Celebrate National Poetry Month and the upcoming Solar Eclipse with us by creating your own blackout poetry at the O'Connell Branch Library. Blackout poetry is created by taking a written piece of text from a book, newspaper, or magazine and redacting words to come up with your very own poetry piece! All supplies will be provided, and all ages are welcome. Questions? Contact Abby at aclinger@cambridgema.gov. This event is part of the Library's 2024 Eclipse Celebration. Check out our calendar of events or ask at your local library to learn about other events that are part of this special program: 2024 CPL Eclipse Celebration [https://www.cambridgema.gov/cpl/calendarofevents?start=20240131T000000&department=cpl&keyword=eclipse&view=month&page=1&resultsperpage=15]

Wednesdays of Wonder - WOW! (O'Neill)

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 be making sun clocks. This event is part of the Library's 2024 Eclipse Celebration. Check out our calendar of events or ask at your local library to learn about other events that are part of this special program: 2024 CPL Eclipse Celebration.

Hive Teen Hangout (Main)

Main Library, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138

Have you checked out The Hive yet? Teens are welcome to come learn about our space and try their hand at sticker making, video recording in our studio and more. This is a drop-in event designed for patrons ages 12-18. The City of Cambridge does not discriminate, including on the basis of disability. We may provide auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures to people with disabilities. For more information contact us at library@cambridgema.gov, 617-349-4032 (voice), or via relay at 711.