Initiatives Supporting & Inspiring Early Educators
This December, applications will open for the Cambridge Preschool Program (CPP), a joint initiative of the City and Cambridge Public Schools, which will offer free school-day, school-year preschool to every 4-year-old in Cambridge and some 3-year-olds.
May 31 Weekend Traffic Alert
The City of Cambridge is notifying residents, businesses, and visitors of multiple temporary street closures throughout the weekend due to scheduled community events on Saturday, May 31 and Sunday, June 1. Events include the Attic Block Party (affecting Harvard Square) and the Cambridge 5K at CambridgeSide.
Drop in Tech Help at the Library (O'Connell)
Looking for some basic computer or mobile device guidance? Want help using an online resource? Need someone to read your resume and support navigating online job applications? Join us for our drop-in help hours between 3:15p.m. and 4:45p.m. No registration required.
Read to a Dog - for Adults! (O'Neill)
Come spend time with a cuddly friend! Trained therapy dogs provide warm and nonjudgmental reading companions, this time for adults. Registration for each 10-minute time slot is required and begins on Tuesday, April 1 by calling or visiting the O’Neill Branch Library at 617-349-4023.
3D Printing 101 with ASL Interpretation(Main)
Learn to 3D print items in our library and create a 3D model to print using our Prusa 3D printers!
Before taking this workshop:
Complete Hive Safety Training
Create a free Tinkercad account at www.tinkercad.com
You will get hands-on experience running the 3D printer, gain fundamental 3D modeling skills using Tinkercad, and earn your 3D Printing certification for future reservations in The Hive.
Create a Tinkercad account at www.tinkercad.com prior to arriving. Parents may need to assist users under the age of 18 to create an account prior to arriving.
Registration is prioritized for patrons who will directly benefit from interpretation in American Sign Language. Please email thehive@cambridgema.gov to register.
You must complete Hive Safety Training before registering for this workshop.
Please arrive on time. If you are more than 10 minutes late, you will not be able to join the class.
Kindergarten Card Party! (Valente)
Party like you just got your first library card! All Kindergartners, along with their families and friends, are welcome to attend. Drop in between 3:00 and 4:00 to do a craft, learn about using your new library card, and say hi to other kindergarten friends!