Clothing Upcycle & Design for Teens (Valente)
Learn how to upcycle clothing over four sessions! This program will cover embroidery embellishment, patches and applique, alterations such as hemming, and basic clothing design. Registration is required, and registering for the first session includes the following three sessions. Please plan to attend all four! We encourage you to bring your own piece(es) of clothing to practice on, and will provide all materials as well as scrap fabric. Ages 12-18.
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.
Clothing Upcycle & Design for Teens (Valente)
Learn how to upcycle clothing over four sessions! This program will cover embroidery embellishment, patches and applique, alterations such as hemming, and basic clothing design. Registration is required, and registering for the first session includes the following three sessions. Please plan to attend all four! We encourage you to bring your own piece(es) of clothing to practice on, and will provide all materials as well as scrap fabric. Ages 12-18.
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.
LOCATION CHANGED Beginning English Class (Main)
This class is temporarily being held at the Main Library while the Valente Branch Library is closed.
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) class! This class will be taught at a beginner level. No testing is needed. Everyone is welcome. For more information, call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.
Summer Reading: Kickoff Block Party (Collins)
Celebrate the start of summer at a neighborhood bash. Join us for outdoor activities and face painting by Color Me Funky. We'll have supplies to decorate mini planters and pot some seeds. Refreshments will be served. All ages.
In the event of inclement weather, all activities will move indoors.
LOCATION CHANGED Beginning English Class (Main)
This event has been moved to the Learning Lab at the Main Library, located at 449 Broadway, due to the temporary closing of the Valente Branch.
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) class! This class will be taught at a beginner level. No testing is needed. Everyone is welcome. For more information, call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.
CANCELED: English Conversation Practice, Intermediate (O'Neill)
This week's class is canceled; we'll see you next week.
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Conversation Practice. This conversation group is for those with an intermediate or high level of English language skill. No testing is required.
For more information on other ESOL classes, please call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.
CANCELLED - Teen Summer Fridays Drop-In (Valente)
Socialize, Create, Play, Snack. Rotating weekly activities for Teens aged 12-18. No registration required!
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.
CANCELLED - Teen Summer Fridays Drop-In (Valente)
Socialize, Create, Play, Snack. Rotating weekly activities for Teens aged 12-18. No registration required!
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.
Homemade Gifts: Tissue Paper Flowers (Collins)
Join us to craft homemade gifts this holiday season.
Learn to create flowers made from tissue paper. Build a bouquet to take home for yourself or share with someone special. Recommended for children ages 6-12 with a caregiver.
Tuesday, December 9: Paper Bead Jewelry
Monday, December 15: Tissue Paper Flowers
Please note: latecomers arriving after 4:30 p.m. may not have time to complete this project.
Abating Reality: Central Square Book Group (Central Square/Virtual)
Join us at the Central Square Branch Library, or Virtually, for a midday-lunch break book group discussion. This book group will be rotating Mystery/Thriller and Science Fiction works. Feel free to bring your lunch, but, most importantly, bring yourself!
March Selection: The Talented Mr. Ripley by Patricia Highsmith. Copies are available for pick-up at the Branch (45 Pearl Street).
Questions? Contact Daryl (dcabrol@cambridgema.gov).