Contemporary Book Group (Main)
This month's book: Ordinary Notes by Christina Sharpe
Reading Interests: The group concentrates on fiction and narrative nonfiction. Some past selections include: Hamnet by Maggie O'Farrell, Detransition, Baby by Torrey Peters, and Beautiful Country: A Memoir by Qian Julie Wang.
How to get the print book: Copies of the print book are set aside at the Main Library. Visit the Main Library Q&A Desk at 449 Broadway during service hours and a staff member can help you check out a copy.
How to get the e-book or digital audiobook: This month’s book is available as an e-book through OverDrive or the Libby app. The digital audiobook is available through Hoopla.
How to register: Click the registration link below to register. Registration is encouraged but not required.
For more information, contact Brita (bzitin@cambridgema.gov).
Collins Branch Book Group (Boudreau/Virtual)
This month's selection: How I Won a Nobel Prize by Julius Taranto.
While Collins is closed for construction, this book group will meet virtually and in person at the Boudreau Branch. Please register below if you would like to attend via Zoom. A Zoom link will be sent to all registered participants one hour before the event.
Registration is encouraged, but not required.
Print copies are available at the Boudreau Branch during library hours.
For more information, contact Jo Percell (they/them) at jpercell@cambridgema.gov
Art Conservation
The Cambridge Arts Council's award-winning Art Conservation Program provides consistent and professional care to its growing collection, and is nationally recognized as a model in the public art field through professional practice, workshops, and information posted on this website.
Tactical Operations
The Cambridge Police Tactical Operations include the Explosive Ordinance Unit, Special Response Team (SRT), and the Tactical Patrol Force (TPF).
Bicycle Parking Guide
Spells out the various requirements and guidelines regarding bicycle parking on private property in Cambridge.
Fourth Traffic Impacts
The City of Cambridge is notifying residents, businesses, and visitors of multiple temporary street closures throughout Fourth of July weekend due to several large community events. These include the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular, the Fourth of July Weekend Block Party and Vintage Market, and the US Army’s 250th Birthday celebration.
Cambridge Young Authors' Squad - CYAS with guest author Kate McGovern (O'Neill)
Young people ages 10 to 14 who love to write are welcome to share their ideas and writing. There will be time for share-outs/workshopping, as well as group or solo writing. Snacks are provided!
This week we will be joined by guest author Kate McGovern.
If you are attending for the first time, registration is helpful, but not required.