Live at the Library: Hip Hop Xpression (Valente)
Experience the joy of Hip Hop Xpression with Jarell Howard Rochelle in this fun, high-energy program for kids and teens. Participants will learn simple choreography, explore freestyle movement, and be introduced to authentic hip hop terminology and culture. This interactive class emphasizes connection, creativity, and self-expression, while celebrating the spirit of hip-hop.
No prior dance experience is needed — just come ready to move, laugh, and have fun together. Families and youth of all ages are welcome.
Funding for Vacation Week Programming: Live at the Library has been generously provided by the Cambridge Public Library Foundation.
Live at the Library: Hip Hop Xpression will be this week's Wednesdays of Wonder offering.
Starting a Business Workshop Series: Financial Management Basics (Central Square)
Are you an aspiring entrepreneur or small business owner looking to start a business in the City of Cambridge. This workshop is a comprehensive, four-week program tailored specifically for early-stage entrepreneurs and established business owners seeking to enhance their business operations. The curriculum addresses key aspects of business operations. This series of workshops will establish a solid foundation in essential principles of entrepreneurship and business ownership.
Workshop 4: Financial Management Basics (Date: Tuesday June 17th, 2025)
Introduction to financial recordkeeping
Understanding cost of goods sold (COGS) and pricing strategies
Basic cash flow management and budgeting
Capital and funding resources
Please register here.
Dispute a Parking Ticket
A Cambridge parking ticket must be paid or disputed within 21 days to avoid late penalties. If you feel that a ticket was issued in error, you may file a dispute.
Transportation
Cambridge is expanding access to walking, biking, mass transit, and electric vehicles as part of the effort to lower greenhouse gas emissions.
Residents
What residents can do to protect waterways
Contemporary Book Group (Main)
This month's book: The Other Valley by Scott Alexander Howard
Reading Interests: The group concentrates on fiction and narrative nonfiction. Some past selections include: Colored Television by Danzy Senna, Detransition, Baby by Torrey Peters, and Beautiful Country: A Memoir by Qian Julie Wang.
How to get the print book: Copies of the print book are set aside at the Main Library. Visit the Main Library Q&A Desk at 449 Broadway during service hours and a staff member can help you check out a copy.
How to get the e-book or digital audiobook: This month’s book is available as an e-book and digital audiobook through OverDrive or the Libby app.
How to register: Click the registration link below to register. Registration is encouraged but not required.
For more information, contact Brita (bzitin@cambridgema.gov).
Carpool
Do you need to travel via car? Try looking into the option of carpooling. Below are links to two carpool options in Cambridge.