Efforts, Collaboration Continue to Expand Afterschool Options for Cambridge Families
The Department of Human Service Programs (DHSP) is working to create a more equitable afterschool application and enrollment process while expanding access for Cambridge families. For the 2024-2025 school year, 1,486 students received an offer to a DHSP afterschool program, with 90% placed in their first choice, and a 7% increase in applicants from the income priority group. DHSP has also added 246 new seats across programs, launched an OST Expansion Study to support long-term growth, and continues to center caregiver perspectives through the Caregiver Council.
Cambridge Cooks: A Trip to the Philippines!
Join Christine, registered dietitian nutritionist in celebration of Asian American Pacific Islander month. We are taking a trip to the Philippines for some tasty, and nutritious takes on Filipino cuisine. We'll discuss the amazing flavors and health benefits of our featured recipes.
iPhone and iPad Basics - How to clean up your phone memory (Main)
Is your iPhone or iPad low on storage or running slowly? Join us for a free class where you’ll learn easy ways to clear space, organize your apps, and improve your iPhone’s performance. This class will only cover how to manage your iPhone's or iPad's memory.
To view and register for other Basic Tech Classes at the Library, please go to tinyurl.com/basictechclass.
Laptops will be provided for the class.
Registration is encouraged, but not required.
Jade Chain Living Moss Walls to Combat Pollution
Four moss walls will bring life to underplanted areas of Cambridge! These walls can be customized with benches or solar charging stations, harnessing the low-maintenance, high-impact qualities of moss to clean our air and beautify our squares.
Summer Food Program Served 80,000+ Meals to Cambridge Youth
The Cambridge Summer Food Program ensures that youth ages 18 and younger have access to free, nutritious meals while school is out of session. In 2024, the program served over 80,000 meals at parks, sports leagues, summer camps, and community events across the city. Beyond meals, the program offers recreational activities and literacy support, including weekly visits from the Cambridge Book Bike, making summer a time for both nourishment and enrichment.
Employee Profile: Archivist Brings Cambridge’s History to Life
The Cambridge Room at the city’s main library holds a treasure trove of historical archives, and since 2010, Archivist Alyssa Pacy has worked to expand its collections to better reflect Cambridge’s diverse communities, preserving overlooked stories and making them accessible to the public. Learn more about Alyssa Pacy in this profile.
Learning to be a Nurse at the CLC
The CNA Training Program for English Language Learners includes classes at the CLC to prepare for a career in healthcare and strengthen English and math skills. Students also take a hands-on clinical class. Learn about a recent graduate's experience!