Building Permits
Anyone seeking to construct, alter, repair, or demolish a structure must first obtain a building permit. The building permit must be obtained before the start of any work and prominently posted at the job site.
Budgeting with Google Sheets (Virtual)
Learn how to use Google Sheets - Google's version of Excel! You will learn how to create a sheet and enter data in a friendly learning environment. A Gmail account is required for this class - please remember your password!
To view and register for other Basic Tech Classes at the Library, please go to tinyurl.com/basictechclass.
This is a virtual event. A Zoom link will be sent to all registered participants 1 hour before the event.
Registration is encouraged, but not required.
A for AI Series: AI & Career Preparedness (Main)
Jump-start your job search with an easy, hands-on introduction to AI tools that can help you shine. Learn how to strengthen your resume, explore new career paths, and build a confident professional brand — no tech experience needed. Do you have any accessibility or language support needs? Please submit this form and we’ll do our best to meet your needs.
Led by The Hope Group, an award-winning Boston-based AI education team, in collaboration with the Cambridge Public Library.
Cambridge Declares Heat Advisory Starting Monday, July 13
Based on forecasts from the National Weather Service, the City of Cambridge is declaring a Heat Advisory starting Monday, July 13, 2026. The City is anticipating a Heat Emergency Tuesday and Wednesday based on current forecasts.
Home Essentials for Newly Housed Residents
Provide much needed supplies for previously unhoused Cambridge residents to set up their home in their new apartment. Upon leasing, these residents will receive a Home Furnishings Kit which will include bed, bath, and kitchen essentials.
Bicycle Safety for Cambridge Youth
Access to bicycle safety equipment for youth will enable more people to enjoy this healthy activity. It will also relieve some of the stress on public transportation, while decreasing the city’s carbon and toxic gas emissions.
PB Cycle 10
The City of Cambridge launched the 10th Cycle of Participatory Budgeting and collected over 1,100 ideas from the community between September 11 – October 9, 2023, about how to spend $2 million on projects to improve Cambridge.