City Calendar

Saturday

May 27

• 12:00 AM

  Symbolism and Subversion: An Exhibition of Jennifer Regan's Stitched Narratives

  Main Library, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138

  On Display May 2 - July 31 Lobby & Second Floor, Main Library When author Jennifer Regan moved to Cambridge in the late 1980s, she had an artistic and feminist awakening. She had recently left behind a whirlwind life as the spouse of a prominent Buffalo politician. Newly divorced, middle aged, and in an unfamiliar city, Regan found artistic expression in poetry, painting, and most significantly quilt making or rather creating "stitched narratives," thematic stories sewn with symbolism and subversion. Reworking the traditional themes of American quilts, such as a focus on biblical stories, she created narratives negotiating femininity, marriage, motherhood, and society through a feminist lens. For some of her pieces, Cambridge became a focal point - either directly inspiring her or serving as her subject. The Renaissance, politics, and societal inequities deeply influenced her other pieces. Regan's career as an artist in Cambridge flourished and she created over 100 pieces between 1989 and 2006. Her stitched narratives can be found in the New England Quilt Museum and Burchfield Penny Art Center collections. This exhibit features the Library's newly acquired Jennifer Regan Stitched Narratives and explores the ways in which Cambridge influenced her artwork and new feminist perspective. View these exciting new additions to the Library's Archives and Special Collections on display at the Main Library in the Lobby and the Second Floor. Join us for an opening reception on May 11 at 6:30 pm with a talk by quilt expert Pamela Weeks and educator Jennifer Regan as they discuss the rise of arts quilts and Jennifer Regan's role in the movement.

• 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.

• 9:30 AM

  Memorial Day Flag Decoration: Cambridge Community Invited to Place Flags at Veteran Graves on May 27

  Cambridge Cemetery, 76 Coolidge Avenue

  The Cambridge community is invited to join the City's Department of Veterans' Services Saturday, May 27, at 9:30 a.m., at Cambridge Cemetery, 76 Coolidge Avenue, to decorate our Cambridge veterans’ graves. A formal observance will also be held on Monday, May 29, at 10:30 a.m., at Cambridge Common.

• 10:00 AM

  Qi Qong with Sunling Liew

  Main Library, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138

  Come to the library to learn five qigong exercises this spring. Falun Dafa qigong is a traditional Chinese mind-body practice that consists of five easy-to-learn exercises and meditation. It is guided by the principles of truthfulness, compassion and forbearance. The practice component includes four gentle, standing exercises, along with a peaceful sitting meditation. This event will be held at Joan Lorentz Park and will be moved to the Community Room in the case inclement weather. Registration is required. The instructor Sunling is a retiree from Boston Public Schools after servicing there for 32 years. Currently, she is the principal of Ming Hui Academy Boston, a Chinese language school located in Cambridge. She teaches Chinese language and culture to children and adults both online and onsite. She also teaches Qi Gong in various public libraries, senior centers and in the schools.

• 11:30 AM

  Videography 101 (Main)

  Main Library, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138

  Step into the Hive's state-of-the-art recording studio and film a short video of yourself in front of our green screen. Then, spend some time becoming familiar with video editing software while working with your footage. You must complete Hive Safety Training before registering for this workshop. Registration is required.

• 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.

• 2:30 PM

  Glowforge 101: Creative Laser Cutting (Main)

  Main Library, 449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138

  Learn how to cut, engrave, and shape designs from a variety of materials using the Glowforge Pro laser cutter in this workshop. This two-hour workshop replaces the previous two-part Glowforge 101 offering; the content and length of this workshop and the two-part series are the same. You will start by utilizing the camera on the Glowforge to focus and scan your own custom images, properly select materials for your project, and fabricate your first design. You will create digital artwork for the Glowforge, and learn file formatting for production. Note: This is a badging course for laser cutting. You must complete Hive Safety Training before registering for this program. View The Hive's workshop schedule here.

• 3:00 PM

  Saturday Screens (O'Neill)

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

  Join us on the last Saturday of the month for family movies at the Library! Snacks will be provided. The May film will be Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (2022 - Universal Pictures), rated PG, running time 100 minutes.