Free Wifi and Soofa Benches in 3 Parks
This project would install free public wifi in 3 Cambridge parks that are in areas with limited access to free wifi and 10 solar-powered benches that allow residents and visitors to charge their electronic devices for free in public areas.
Water Quality Testing
Cambridge Water Department offers free tap water testing for lead and copper to Cambridge residents.
Open Studios
More than 70 artists. Sept. 9-10, 2023. Noon to 6 p.m. each day.
Cambridge Fire 2024 Emergency Response Numbers at a Glance
In 2024, the Cambridge Fire Department responded to 16,182 emergency incidents, including 1,148 fires, 7,387 medical emergencies, and 237 elevator rescues. Firefighters played a critical role in major local fires, including a tragic 3-alarm fire in North Cambridge and multiple multi-alarm residential fires throughout the year. Cambridge fire companies also provided mutual aid to neighboring communities 196 times, highlighting their dedication to public safety.
Cake Swap (Central Square)
Calling all bakers for a cake potluck! Make a cake and come bring it to share with others. Everyone will go home with slices of different cakes to sample.
Various baking and cake cookbooks are available for pickup at the Branch.
DIY Face-Painting (O'Neill)
Kids in 6th, 7th and 8th grade can come to the Library to practice their face painting skills! We will have face paints and mirrors and kids can paint their own or each others' faces. Snacks provided. No registration necessary.
Message from the City Manager
Hear from City Manager Yi-An Huang on his thoughts on transportation in Cambridge, the City’s desire to balance competing needs and challenges on our streets, and how we are committed to making travel safer, more efficient and sustainable.
LGBTQ Youth Out of School Time Programs
The LGBTQ+ Youth Out-of-School Time Programs is an informational and best practices guide to help you understand the importance of LGBTQ+ inclusion and provide you with some tools to support inclusion in your OST program and/or organization.
Twilight Party for Middle Schoolers (O'Neill)
Kids in 6th, 7th and 8th grade can come to the Library to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Twilight series! We will watch highlights from the movies, make fan art and celebrate sparkly vampires.
Snacks provided. No registration necessary.