Intersections of Violence and Oppression
The work of the Initiative uses an intersectional lens to view the myriad ways survivors are targeted for violence then re-victimized by our systems and society.
Summer Reading: Tissue Paper "Stained Glass" (Boudreau)
Stop by the Boudreau Branch in the afternoon to create a beautiful window hanging using colored tissue paper and glue! The final product will have a similar appearance to stained glass. This drop-in event is intended for school aged children and their families.
The Margret and H. A. Rey Curious George Lecture: Jerry Craft (Main)
Children and families are invited to meet Jerry Craft, award-winning and best-selling graphic novelist of the "New Kid" series. Craft will talk about his work, answer questions from the audience and sign books. Porter Square Books will have books available for sale. This event takes place in the Lecture Hall (L2) with limited overflow seating in the Community Room. Recommended for ages 8 and up.
About the Lecture
The annual lecture is an initiative sponsored by the Cambridge Public Library, the Curious George Fund and the Cambridge Public Library Foundation. The series aims to bring the community together to celebrate outstanding and engaging books for young readers.
About the Author
Jerry Craft is The New York Times bestselling author and illustrator of the graphic novels New Kid, Class Act, and School Trip. New Kid is the only book in history to win the John Newbery Medal for the most outstanding contribution to children’s literature (2020), the Kirkus Prize for Young Readers’ Literature (2019), and the Coretta Scott King Author Award for the most outstanding work by an African American writer (2020). Jerry was born in Harlem and grew up in the Washington Heights section of New York City, and now travels the world telling kids and their families about the importance of reading.
Amharic - Affordable Housing Basics At a Glance
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Chinese - Affordable Housing At a Glance
Applying for housing can be confusing and overwhelming. In addition to the information above, there are other programs and housing opportunities that may be available. For more information, please contact the Office of the Housing Liaison at: mpensak@cambridgema.gov
Body Discovered in Water at Fresh Pond
Officers are currently on scene investigating. The preliminary indications are that the body appears to have been in the water for an extended period of time.
Bangla - Affordable Housing Basics At a Glance
Applying for housing can be confusing and overwhelming. In addition to the information above, there are other programs and housing opportunities that may be available. For more information, please contact the Office of the Housing Liaison at: mpensak@cambridgema.gov
Traditional Chinese Watercolor by Xiang Li Exhibit (Main)
The Cambridge Public Library is honored to host the breathtaking art of Xiang Li, featuring over a dozen selected canvas portraits of Chinese empresses, for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. The artwork is located on L2.
Click here to explore the artist's webpage.
Traditional Chinese Watercolor by Xiang Li Exhibit (Main)
The Cambridge Public Library is honored to host the breathtaking art of Xiang Li, featuring over a dozen selected canvas portraits of Chinese empresses, for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. The artwork is located on L2.
Click here to explore the artist's webpage.