Tween Book Group (Main)
Calling all middle grade readers! Meet up in the Curious George Room every third Thursday to eat pizza and talk about books with your friends. This month's book will be decided at the previous meeting. Copies will be available at the children's desk on the third floor.
Snacks are provided. This group is for ages 10-12.
Participants should read the book ahead of this month’s meeting. Registration is required.
For questions about Tween Book Group, please email Ellen: ekaluza@cambridgema.gov
Tween Book Group (Main)
Calling all middle grade readers! Meet up in the Curious George Room every third Thursday to eat pizza and talk about books with your friends. This month's book will be decided at the previous meeting. Copies will be available at the children's desk on the third floor.
Snacks are provided. This group is for ages 10-12.
Participants should read the book ahead of this month’s meeting. Registration is required.
For questions about Tween Book Group, please email Ellen: ekaluza@cambridgema.gov
Sewing 101 (O'Neill)
Learn to use a sewing machine at the O'Neill Branch! This class is designed for ages 7 through adult. Ages 7-11 must participate with an adult. Ages 12 and up may participate alone or with a partner.
In this class, you will learn the basics of sewing machine operation and safety. We will cover machine setup, basic functions, threading the machine, reloading the bobbin, sewing straight stitches, and recognizing when problems arise. As we learn together, we’ll work on one or two simple sewing projects.
Registration is required. Please register by visiting the O'Neill Branch at 70 Rindge Ave or calling 617-349-4023. Registration will open on Monday, November 9 at 10:00 a.m.
Participants may use this class to become badged for the sewing machines at the Hive. If you wish to do this, please complete the Hive Safety Training.
Find a Youth Athletic League
The Department of Human Service Programs' Recreation Division offers several youth athletic leagues and maintains a list of offerings from local sports organizations. Recreation staff also coordinate the permitting of all Cambridge athletic fields and athletic space at the War Memorial Recreation Center.
Sungazing with #popscope (Main)
Join us on the lawn of the Cambridge Public Library for a unique afternoon of sungazing with #popscope as part of MA Space Week 2025! You'll have the chance to observe the Sun safely through specially equipped telescopes, guided by enthusiastic astronomy educators and volunteers.
Discover sunspots, solar flares, and the powerful beauty of our closest star - no experience necessary! Whether you're a curious kid, a budding scientist, or just passing by, stop in for a moment of cosmic wonder