City Calendar

Saturday

November 4

• 9:00 AM

  Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day

  50 Mooney St, Cambridge MA, 02138

  The City hosts four Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events every year. Dates, times and locations are listed on the Household Hazardous waste page.

• 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. 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.

• 10:00 AM

  Beginners’ Mandarin Class (Main)

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

  Come to the Library and learn the second most-spoken language in the world! This class, taught by Sunling Liew—an experienced Chinese-language instructor of the Ming Hui Academy Boston—is designed for beginners. No testing or experience is needed, but registration is required. The class sessions are as follows: Saturday, October 14, 2023 Saturday, October 21, 2023 Saturday, October 28, 2023 Saturday, November 4, 2023 Saturday, November 18, 2023 Saturday, December 2, 2023 Saturday, December 9, 2023 Saturday, December 16, 2023 It is strongly encouraged that any interested parties register for ALL of the class dates offered; the lessons build upon one another. If you have any questions, or would like to register for the class but foresee a scheduling issue, please reach out to zbond@cambridgema.gov.

• 10:30 AM

  Cambridge Family Literacy Fun Day!

  Cambridge City Hall 795 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02139

  Come celebrate National Family Literacy Month at the 24th Annual Cambridge Family Literacy Fun Day at City Hall!

• 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.

• 1:30 PM

  Crafting Corner (O'Neill)

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

  Bring your own fiber arts project and join us for a delightful crafting session. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, enjoy tea, snacks, and engaging conversations with fellow crafters. Please remember to bring your own supplies, as no formal instructions will be provided during the session. No registration required.

• 3:30 PM

  Saturday Songs and Stories (O'Neill)

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

  Music, movement and stories! Join your librarians for 20 minutes of fun! For children of all ages and their grown-ups.