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9:00 AM
Main Library, Community Room, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138
Innovators for Purpose (iFp) Studio is a teen-powered design and innovation program where teens channel their energy and creative vision to imagine and build a better world. Blending art, design, science, technology and storytelling within a social justice framework, teens engage in real-world client-sponsored projects.
July 5 - August 11, weekdays from 9:15am-3:30pm at the Main Library
Innovators for Purpose (iFp) is a Cambridge-based nonprofit that inspires high-potential, diverse young people to discover their passions, develop innovative mindsets and cultivate marketable skills to solve problems they care most about. Summer Studio teens are funded in part through the Mayor's Summer Youth Program.
The Cambridge Public Library STEAM Academy is part Cambridge STEAM Initiative's efforts to enhance and expand students’ access to quality STEAM learning experiences. Made possible by generous support from the Eric and Jane Nord Family Fund and Verizon.
10:00 AM
City Hall Lawn, 795 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, MA 02139
Free, accessible yoga to humans of all ages. This will be a more gentle approach to outdoor yoga. Join us outside to stretch and move the body in a way that feels good, not forced.
10:30 AM
Collins Branch, 64 Aberdeen Ave., Cambridge, MA 02138
We invite young children and their grown-ups to join us for half an hour of stories, songs and rhymes. This program takes place indoors or outdoors at Collins Branch Library, depending on the weather. Please call 617-349-4021 for more information.
11:00 AM
Online,
Seniors, come learn basic Tai Chi principles with gentle movements of Chi Kung. This class is virtual.
11:00 AM
Valente Branch, 826 Cambridge St., Cambridge, MA 02141
Put on your dancing shoes and head over for a morning of singing and dancing! We'll sing and move together, and share a story or two. For children of all ages and their grown-ups.
This program will take place in the Community Room at the Valente Branch Library. If the weather is particularly fine, the program may move outside to the Valente Reading Garden on Berkshire Street. For more information, please call the library at (617) 349-4015.
11:00 AM
Main Library, Rey Room, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138
We invite children and their caregivers for 20-25 minutes of stories and songs. Children ages 2-3 and their caregivers.
This program can accommodate 45 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. Unclaimed seats will be offered to someone waiting. We appreciate your patience and understanding. Please call 617-349-4038 for more information.
11:30 AM
Glacken Field, 635 Huron Ave. Cambridge
Book Bike brings free books and story time activities to a park each week in conjunction with the Summer Food Program.
12:00 PM
City Hall, 2nd Floor Sullivan Chamber, 795 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, MA 02139
Ordinance Committee Meeting
1:00 PM
Main Library, Teen Room, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138
Too hot to do anything? Come into the air-conditioned Teen Room and read (or listen to) a good book! Bean bag chairs, snacks and reading suggestions provided.
1:30 PM
Main Library, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138
Learn how to create your favorite game piece in digital space and print it out using our Sindoh 3D printers.
Before taking this workshop:
Complete Hive Safety Training
Create a free Tinkercad account at www.tinkercad.com
You will get hands-on experience running the 3D printer, gain fundamental 3D modeling skills using Tinkercad, and earn your 3D Printing badge for future reservations in The Hive.
Create a Tinkercad account at www.tinkercad.com prior to arriving. Parents may need to assist users under the age of 18 to create an account prior to arriving.
You must complete Hive Safety Training before registering for this workshop.
2:30 PM
Main Library, Rindge Room, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138
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,...
Refreshments will be provided.
3:30 PM
Collins Branch, 64 Aberdeen Ave., Cambridge, MA 02138
Each week, participants will take simple paper and cut, fold and combine it into a new creation. A new activity will be featured in every session. Recommended for children ages 5-12 and their caregivers.
July 18 - Pop-Ups
July 25 - Paper Beads
August 1 - Optical Illusions
August 8 - Paper Weaving
August 15 - Garlands
4:00 PM
Main Library, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138
During this reservation period, anyone who has completed Hive training and is badged to use equipment or studio(s) can reserve Hive equipment or studio spaces. Staff will assist participants as they are able.
4:00 PM
Main Library, Rey Room, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138
We invite children and their caregivers for 20-25 minutes of stories and songs. Recommended for children ages 3-5.
This program can accommodate 45 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. Unclaimed seats will be offered to someone waiting. We appreciate your patience and understanding. Please call 617-349-4038 for more information.
5:00 PM
Central Square Branch, 45 Pearl St., Cambridge, MA 02139
Looking for some basic computer or mobile device guidance? Want to learn how to access audiobooks and eBooks? Stop by at the Central Square Branch for our drop-in hours! A laptop will be available for use during the session.
We can help you with:
Setting up e-mail accounts and learning how to use e-mail
Searching for resources online
Smartphone and mobile app questions
Accessing library eBooks, audiobooks, and other eResources
We are not able to help you with:
Installing advanced software programs
Completing online transactions for you
Computer hardware and technical maintenance
If you have any questions, please contact syasuda@cambridgema.gov
5:30 PM
REMOTE
The Charter Review Committee
6:00 PM
Danehy Park 99 Sherman Street Cambridge, MA 02138
In partnership with Club Passim, join us for free live music every Tuesday from 6 – 8 PM at Danehy Park!
6:00 PM
Join us to play with craft materials and get a sneak preview of a creative coding app with your family.
OctoStudio is a free coding app project in development at MIT Media Lab’s LifeLong Kindergarten Group (the same group who developed Scratch coding!) It encourages children and families to create and share stories and games. With the app, children can add photos and sounds from their environment, or integrate their creations into their physical world!
This workshop is designed for children ages 7-10 and their families.
6:30 PM
Boudreau Branch, 245 Concord Ave., Cambridge, MA 02138
Bring your project, yarn and needles to enjoy an hour in the company of other crafters.
6:30 PM
O'Neill Branch, 70 Rindge Ave., Cambridge, MA 02140
Families with elementary school age children join us for hands-on activities focused on Science, Technology, Arts, Engineering and Math. Adults and children will learn and play together! This program may be held indoors or outdoors, depending on the weather. Please call ahead to inquire 617-349-4023.
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