East Cambridge Fire Training Facility
Construction has begun on the City of Cambridge's first standalone Fire Training Facility. This modern facility is designed to provide critical resources to enhance the department's training capabilities, maintain certifications, and provide a hands-on immersive experience to ensure firefighters can respond effectively to any emergency further supporting the department's ability to protect the community.
Toys for Tots 2022
Cambridge Firefighters again partner with United States Marines to bring toys to children in need
The Cambridge Women Heritage Project
Celebrate the under-recognized contributions of diverse Cambridge women. Fund research and oral history interviews to triple the number of featured women. Redesign the current project website to boost collaboration with schools and libraries.
Cambridge Urban Forest Canopy Assessment
2005 report about the an Urban Forest Canopy Assessment conducted to develop a baseline estimate of the tree canopy cover in Cambridge and to estimate the value of environmental benefits provided by the urban forest.
1826 & 1840 Massachusetts Avenue Community Meeting
JAS is holding a community meeting on June 30, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Lesley University Hall Room 3-094 (1815 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge) to provide updates to the community on their plan to develop affordable housing at 1826 & 1840 Massachusetts Avenue in Porter Square. To RSVP, please visit the link here: https://justastart.tfaforms.net/f/MassAve. To see the meeting flyer, please click here.
Understanding AI, Prompting, and Reality Checking (Main)
Explore what Artificial Intelligence (AI) is (and is not), learn how to create effective prompts, and how to recognize common AI errors. This class will be delivered by a DOORS program instructor. To learn more about the DOORS program please go to: https://www.digitalpsych.org/doors-program.html
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Registration is encouraged, but not required.
Cambridge Rolls Out Support for Building Owners as Emission Requirements Begin
After years of research, planning, and community engagement, the City of Cambridge is preparing for new greenhouse gas emissions reduction requirements for large buildings to take effect beginning January 1. The Office of Sustainability is reaching out to property owners covered under the Building Energy Use Disclosure Ordinance (BEUDO) to help them understand and prepare for the new requirements.