Apply to the Cambridge Preschool Program
Overseen by the Cambridge Office of Early Childhood, the Cambridge Preschool Program is a mixed delivery system that provides access to high quality early education and care for all Cambridge 4 year-olds.
Participatory Budgeting 11 Vote Results Party
Join us as we announce the winning projects from the PB11 cycle! This celebratory event will take place in the Sullivan Chamber at Cambridge City Hall. Food, drinks, and a great time will be provided!
Farm Girl on the Front Lines: Deborah Sampson’s Secret
Deborah Sampson, a Massachusetts Revolutionary War heroine, disguised herself as a man and served in the Revolutionary War under the name Robert Shurtliff. She was also perhaps the first woman to lecture professionally in the United States.
Office of the Housing Liaison
The Housing Liaison to the City Manager was established in 2019 to augment the work of the Community Development Department (CDD) and the Department of Human Service Programs (DHSP) in addressing the affordable housing crisis in the City.
Cambridge Urban Forestry Division Celebrates 2024 Milestones
In 2024, the Urban Forestry Division of Cambridge Public Works planted 1,250 new trees and removed 5,000 square feet of pavement to create better planting conditions, enhancing the city's green infrastructure. The Division maintained a strong tree survival rate, with only 3.5% mortality for spring plantings, and expanded community engagement through the revamped Cambridge Urban Forest Friends newsletter, which saw over 105% subscriber growth. Residents can support the city's urban forest by becoming an Urban Forest Friend or subscribing to the newsletter.
Solar Power Shines
Let’s power the public library with clean, renewable energy! Adding solar panels to our main library will help Cambridge meet our climate goals by reducing emissions, saving money over time, and serving as an example for patrons.
Saturday Screening: Barbie (Main)
In honor of Women's History Month; stop by for a free movie screening of the 2023 film Barbie directed by Greta Gerwig. Barbie is a feminist film that promotes women's empowerment and challenges patriarchal stereotypes.
Fee Schedules
There are separate fee schedules for different License types. Please keep in mind that these documents and charts in this section are here to help you estimate your fees associated with getting licensed.