City Calendar

Saturday

August 5

• 9:30 AM

  Hive Safety Training

  Main Library, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138

  Are you interested in using The Hive? In this workshop you will learn about our makerspace, how to utilize the resources we offer and how to keep safe in The Hive. Find out what you need to get started as a maker in The Hive here. Completion of Hive Safety Training is the entry point to making, innovating, and collaborating in this space. Makers must also sign The Hive User Agreement and Waivers.

• 11:00 AM

  Capoeira with Mestre Chuvisquinho (Joan Lorentz Park)

  Main Library, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138

  Capoeira is a unique Afro-Brazilian martial art developed initially by African slaves during the colonial period. Renowned for its fluidity, grace, and power, Capoeira combines elements of martial-arts, dance, music, spirituality, and acrobatics. It develops strength, coordination, self-confidence, musical skills, flexibility, endurance, confidence, and self-awareness. Join us for Capoeira with Mestre Chuvisquinho. Begining Saturday July 8 through August 5.

• 11:00 AM

  Equipment and Studio Reservations (Main)

  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.

• 11:00 AM

  Isha Kriya - A Guided meditation for Beginners (Main)

  Main Library, Community Room, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138

  In this one hour session you will learn Isha Kriya, a simple 12-18 minute practice, to help you to become meditative effortlessly. Designed by Sadhguru, a self-realized yogi and foremost authority in the field of yoga. Isha Kriya sessions will be conducted by a trained instructor, after which ongoing online support will be available. Sustain your health and happiness - MEDITATE! Daily practice of Isha Kriya offers: 1. Enhanced Clarity 2. Improved health 3. Heightened focus and energy 4. Greater prosperity and state of peacefulness and joy

• 11:00 AM

  Summer Reading: Rockabye Beats (Central Square)

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

  Come join Rockabye Beats for an interactive, musical program experience! We'll sing, play, explore instruments, dance, pretend, learn a little Spanish, and show off our goofy side. For children of all ages and their caregivers. Funding for Summer Reading has been generously provided by the City of Cambridge, Cambridge Public Library Foundation, Friends of the Cambridge Public Library, the East Cambridge Savings Bank and Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

• 1:30 PM

  Crafting Corner (O'Neill)

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

  Fiber arts crafters of all skill levels are welcome to drop in for companionable crafting! Bring your current work in progress, and enjoy tea, snacks, and conversation with other crafters. Chat, share tips, and maybe even inspire others. No registration required.