City Calendar

Saturday

November 18

• 9:30 AM

  Vinyl Cutting 101 (Main)

  Main Library, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138

  Would you like to make your own vinyl signs, stickers, or images to transfer to T-shirts and other textiles? In this workshop, you can learn how to use our Roland Camm-1 GS-24 vinyl cutter. You can then design a sticker and cut it with our vinyl cutter! Registration is required. You must complete Hive Safety Training before registering for this workshop. 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.

• 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.

• 2:00 PM

  Voices of Poetry: Back in Cambridge

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

  Join us for two hours of exceptional poetry featuring five prominent poets: Shari Caplan, Charles Coe, Jessica Cuello, Richard Hoffman, and Steve Kuusisto. Voices of Poetry was formed by Pushcart Prize-nominated poet and poetry activist Neil Silberblatt. Since 2012, VOP has presented more than 400 poetry events in NY, NJ, CT and MA. Registration is not required.

• 3:30 PM

  Isha Kriya at the Cambridge Public Library

  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 become meditative effortlessly. For beginners and experienced meditators alike! Daily practice of Isha Kriya meditation offers: 1. Enhanced Clarity 2. Improved health 3. Heightened focus and energy 4. Greater prosperity and a state of peacefulness and joy