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Cambridge Public Library to Welcome Carmen Maria Machado, Award-Winning Author of In the Dream House

Fees charged when applying for a mechanical permit

As City of Cambridge buildings, departments, and services plan for a safe and limited reopening to the public, the City has created a new page with the most up-to-date information about each department and how to get in touch with them.

The Comedy Studio, a beloved cornerstone of the local comedy scene, is thrilled to announce its return to Harvard Square. In the spirit of community and laughter, The Comedy Studio will host two shows this June on Thursday, June 12th at 6 PM in Brattle Square and Sunday, June 15th at 5 PM in Porter Square. Each event will offer an hour of pure hilarity, featuring a lineup of seasoned comics and fresh new voices. Join The Comedy Studio in celebrating the return of laughter to the heart of Harvard Square!

Enjoy historic barbershop singing and learn to sing barbershop melodies with the performers.

Enjoy historic barbershop singing and learn to sing barbershop melodies with the performers.

Help make Cambridge an even safer community by disposing of any unwanted guns! You'll receive a supermarket gift card for each firearm you turn in, ranging from $50-$200 in value, and help reduce the risk of suicide by accidental discharge, domestic violence and street crime. Bring firearms unloaded with the safety engaged in a bag, box, or case. When: Saturday, June 6th, 2026 ; 10am - 12pm Drop-off locations in Cambridge: Reservoir Church - 170 Rindge Ave Pentecostal Tabernacle - 77 Columbia Street Not Available June 6th: Schedule an appointment anytime in June to have any unwanted guns picked up in exchange for gift cards. Questions: Call (617) 349-6009

Take a virtual journey into the Cambridge watershed with this Storymap! Learn about the bodies of water that feed Fresh Pond, see the historical gatehouses and infrastructure, and understand how the water is monitored and treated before arriving at your tap.

Cambridge Mayor Sumbul Siddiqui and City Manager Louis A. DePasquale today announced matching donations of $250,000 each from Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) to cover costs associated with the creation of a Temporary Emergency Shelter at the War Memorial Recreation Center, Field House, and garage.

The report provides an overview of the Department’s Community Assistance Response and Engagement (CARE) Team’s response to 9-1-1 calls and community outreach in 2024.