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Young people ages 10 to 14 who love to write are welcome to share their ideas and writing. Snacks are provided! This week there will be a special guest, local author Fin Leary! If you are attending for the first time, registration is helpful, but not required.

Join us as award-winning storyteller Motoko tells delightful folktales and leads hands-on origami activities. Motoko’s step-by-step instructions make the ancient Japanese art fun and accessible. No registration required. This event is intended for school-aged children and is open to drop-in attendees while space and supplies last. Funding for Vacation Week Programming: Live at the Library has been generously provided by the Cambridge Public Library Foundation.

Join Central Square's cookbook club! This month, we're cooking from Smitten Kitchen Keepers: New Classics for your Forever Files by Deb Perelman. Bring a dish to share or just come to talk about your experience with this cookbook. Copies are available for pickup at the Branch. For questions, email Ruby (rvail@cambridgema.gov)

This program will now take place on May 29. Join guide Stefanie Haug while exploring our neighborhood nature and celebrating Elderhood. As a group we'll connect with nature and the neighborhood mindfully with a gentle walk and draw on contemplative practices. What to bring: layered clothing, comfortable shoes and water. Where to meet: O'Neill entrance on Rindge Avenue.

Ready to Level Up Your Business? Join Our 4-Week Workshop! Whether you're just starting out or already running a business, this workshop is for you! Over four weeks, we'll give you the practical skills to make your business run even better. We'll focus on what you need to learn to succeed. This isn't just theory – it's the stuff you need to know to build a strong business. Think of this as your essential business toolkit. If you're new to the business world, we'll give you the confidence and know-how to get started and grow. Workshop 1: Foundation and Idea Validation - Tuesday, January 20, 2026 Key Principles of Entrepreneurship: Discussing business ownership, risk, and mindset Developing and Validating Your Idea: Identifying problems, solutions, and testing the market Understanding the Fundamentals of Customer Service: Core concepts for enhancing customer experiences Introductory Ideas in Marketing and E-commerce: Brief overview of digital presence and sales channels. Please register here. If you have any questions or issues with registration, contact Tyrone Fells at 617-349-7223 or tfells@cambridgema.gov.

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).

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! June Selection: The Honjin Murders by Sieshi Yokomizo. Copies are available for pick-up at the Branch (45 Pearl Street . Questions? Contact Daryl (dcabrol@cambridgema.gov).

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! May Selection: Kill The Next One by Federico Axat. Copies are available for pick-up at the Branch (45 Pearl Street . Questions? Contact Daryl (dcabrol@cambridgema.gov).

Our Magic Tree House book group for kids ages 5-10 meets the first Friday of the month. Pick up a copy of the book beforehand. Our November book is Magic Tree House #3, "Mummies in the Morning." This event is onsite at O'Connell, with the option to attend virtually. A Zoom link will be sent to all registered participants 1 hour before the event. Need a laptop or hotspot to participate? Call the O'Connell Branch at 617-349-4019. For questions about the Magic Tree House book club, please email cmeisler@cambridgema.gov.

Our Magic Tree House book group for kids ages 5-10 meets the first Friday of the month. Pick up a copy of the book beforehand. Our September book is Magic Tree House #1, "Dinosaurs Before Dark." This event is onsite at O'Connell, with the option to attend virtually. A Zoom link will be sent to all registered participants 1 hour before the event. Need a laptop or hotspot to participate? Call the O'Connell Branch at 617-349-4019. For questions about the Magic Tree House book club, please email cmeisler@cambridgema.gov.