City Calendar

Aging with Mindfulness (Virtual)

This program, led by Zeenat Potia, will introduce and utilize mindfulness techniques to help us examine and regulate everyday life changes with a focus on aging. Participants will learn and benefit from the development of a mindfulness practice to enable responding to getting older in a calm, clear and thoughtful manner. Presented in Partnership with Cambridge Insight Meditation Center (CIMC). Rooted in the Theravada Buddhist tradition,CIMC is a welcoming refuge and teaching Center for all who seek inner peace through the liberating practice of Insight Meditation (vipassana). As an urban center, and now as an online community, CIMC is dedicated to the integration of practice into every aspect of community and daily life. Visit the CIMC Website. Registration is required. This is a virtual event. A Zoom link will be sent to all registered participants 1 hour before the event.

Board of License Commissioners’ Public Meeting

Online,

Monday, December 1, 2025

High Beginner ESOL Class (Central Square)

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

Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Class. This class will be taught at an high beginner level. No testing is needed.. For more information call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.

Sing-Along (O'Neill)

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

Sing and dance to your favorite songs! For children of all ages and their caregivers. No registration required.

Baby Lapsit (Boudreau)

Boudreau Branch, 245 Concord Ave., Cambridge, MA 02138

Bounces and rhymes for our youngest library patrons. Recommended for babies 0-18 months and their caregivers.

Cambridge Retirement Board Meeting

Sheila Tobin Conference Room, 125 CambridgePark Drive, Suite 104, Cambridge, MA 02140

Cambridge Retirement Board Meeting

Morning Sing-Along (Main)

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

It's a Library dance party! Recommended for children of all ages and their caregivers. 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.

Wellness for Older Adults: Zumba Gold (Virtual)

Put on your dancing shoes to improve flexibility and balance, strengthen muscles and have fun! Certified Zumba Gold instructor Emily B. will lead you through 45 minutes of low-impact and easy-to-follow choreography in your own home through Zoom. Join us! Registration for each session is required. This is a virtual event. A Zoom link will be sent to all registered participants 1 hour before the event. If you register after that time, please email bquinlan@cambridgema.gov to receive the link.

[CANCELLED] Meditation Mondays (Central Square)

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

Start your week off right with some meditation at the Central Square Library. Led by the Library Social Worker, Brett Dixon, we combine gentle breathwork, visualization practice and mindful meditation, for a relaxing and recharging experience.

Fabric Painting Workshop for Older Adults

Creative Colorful Creations on Fabric with Phyllis Wadlington. Discover your creative side, working with different fabrics. Explore the possibilities of what can be painted on fabric.

Beginner ESOL Class (Central Square)

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

Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Class. This class will be taught at an high beginner level. No testing is needed.. For more information call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013. No registration is needed. Bring a notebook and pen.

Dancing for Balance

North Cambridge Senior Center 2050 Mass Ave Cambridge, MA 02140

This fun, friendly dance class is suited for all fitness levels. You will learn basic steps geared towards improving one’s balance. Seated warm up and cool down exercises are performed.

Intermediate ESOL Class (O'Neill)

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

Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Class. This class will be taught at an intermediate level. No testing is needed. For more information call the O'Neill Branch at 617-349-4023.

Open Shop (Main)

Main Library, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138

During Open Shop, anyone who has completed Hive training and is badged can reserve Hive equipment or studio spaces. Additionally, individuals are welcome to drop in to work on their projects independently. The Hive staff will assist with questions as they are able! New makers are also welcome to come in during open shop for a 10min drop in video safety training! Tool Reservations for this date will open two weeks prior from this date.

Portrait Drawing Class for Older Adults

Cambridge Senior Center 806 Massachusetts Ave Cambridge, MA 02139

Students will learn how to approach a human portrait drawing from start to finish.