Climate Action Book Club (Collins)
Join the Collins Branch Library in collaboration with the Cambridge Climate Leaders Initiative for a monthly discussion of a climate-related topic. Each month the group will discuss a book on the topic at hand then hear about a related local program or initiative and how you can take action.
Topic: Changing Lanes for Climate - exploring sustainable modes of transportation
Book: Carmageddon: How Cars Make Life Worse and What To Do About It by Daniel Knowles
Registration is encouraged, but not required. For more information contact Jo at jpercell@cambridgema.gov.
Magic Tree House Book Group (O'Connell/Virtual)
Our Magic Tree House book group is for kids ages 5-10. Check out a copy of the book beforehand, or download it from the Libby app.
Our June book is Memories and Life Lessons From the Magic Tree House.
This book group will meet virtually and in person at the O'Connell Branch. Please register below if you would like to attend virtually. A Zoom link will be sent to all registered participants one 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.
Magic Tree House Book Group (O'Connell/Virtual)
Our Magic Tree House book group is for kids ages 5-10. Check out a copy of the book beforehand, or download it from the Libby app.
Our May book is the Magic Tree House Super Edition, World at War.
This book group will meet virtually and in person at the O'Connell Branch. Please register below if you would like to attend virtually. A Zoom link will be sent to all registered participants one 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.
Coloring Party!
Drop by the Central Square Branch's Lewis Room to color and chat with your neighbors. Coloring supplies and snacks will be provided. No registration required!
The City of Cambridge does not discriminate, including on the basis of disability. We may provide auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures to people with disabilities. For more information contact us at library@cambridgema.gov, 617-349-4032 (voice), or via relay at 711.
Live at the Library: Rosalita's Puppets: Enchanted Castle
Meet Godmother Glitter as she protects the Enchanted Castle from the dragon. Enjoy a selection of fun stories and meet all kinds of puppets from a unicorn and a rabbit to a prince and a frog.
Recommended for children ages 3 and up and their caregivers.
Older Adult Tai Chi at Russell Youth and Community Center
This class teaches Tai Chi arm and leg movements of the yang style long form. There is a strong emphasis on Tai Chi walking, which has been known to improve balance.
The class is offered as part of the pilot program at Russell Youth and Community Center.
Older Adult Tai Chi at Russell Youth and Community Center
This class teaches Tai Chi arm and leg movements of the yang style long form. There is a strong emphasis on Tai Chi walking, which has been known to improve balance.
The class is offered as part of the pilot program at Russell Youth and Community Center.
SERIES FULL: Puppetry Studio (Main)
We will adapt the tale “The Little Red Hen” and perform our masterpiece for family and friends. Using mixed media, participants will create shoebox puppet theaters. This four-week puppetry workshop is for youth ages 9-12. We will meet on October 9, 16, 23, 30. No experience necessary!
Registration is required. Participants must attend all sessions and have read a version of the tale before the first session. Stop by the Children’s Room to pick up a copy or call 617-349-4038.
For questions about Puppetry Studio, please email ekaluza@cambridgema.gov and nzylicz@cambridgema.gov.
SERIES FULL: Puppetry Studio (Main)
We will adapt the tale “Baba Yaga” and perform our masterpiece for family and friends. Using mixed media, we will create our own puppets fit for a tiny stage. This four-week puppetry workshop is for youth ages 9-12. We will meet on March 6, 13, 20 and 27. No experience necessary!
Registration is required. Participants must attend all sessions and have read a version of the tale before the first session. Stop by the Children’s Room to pick up a copy or call 617-349-4038.
For questions about Puppetry Studio, please email nzylicz@cambridgema.gov.
SERIES FULL: Puppetry Studio (Main)
We will adapt the tale “Baba Yaga” and perform our masterpiece for family and friends. Using mixed media, we will create our own puppets fit for a tiny stage. This four-week puppetry workshop is for youth ages 9-12. We will meet on March 6, 13, 20 and 27. No experience necessary!
Registration is required. Participants must attend all sessions and have read a version of the tale before the first session. Stop by the Children’s Room to pick up a copy or call 617-349-4038.
For questions about Puppetry Studio, please email nzylicz@cambridgema.gov.