Collins Branch Book Group (Collins)
October selection: An Indigenous People's History of United States by Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz.
Join us to discuss a selection of fiction and nonfiction titles for adults. Print copies are available to pick up at Collins Branch during library hours.
Shaded Seats on Hot Streets
Create 3-5 shaded seating areas in busy areas most in need of shade and seating. Each area will be 300 to 500 square feet and include shade canopies and inviting places to sit: bench swings, chairs, tables, and communal seating.
East Cambridge Zoning Guide
1985 design principles and land use plans for the former industrial area of East Cambridge, covering the triangle from the First and Second Streets to the Charles River. Referenced in Zoning Ordinance, Articles 13.30, 13.40 and 13.50.
Summer Reading: Take and Make Paper Masks (Collins)
Stop by to pick up an activity before the weekend. Choose a paper mask template to take home; then color, cut and assemble.
Recommended for ages 4-10, while supplies last. Crayons/markers, scissors and glue/tape not provided.
Science and Conservation
Our public art collection reflects the growth of technology that continues to expand the contemporary artist's palette, which can include different metal alloys, plastics, paint, glass, water, or new media. Through our applied science practice we assist that exploration of new public art materials, and research best conservation materials for treatment and care.
BEUDO Webinar
City staff and Eversource Energy Efficiency experts are hosting a webinar that will cover available rebates and incentives through Mass Save® programs, how to request energy data for Building Energy Use Disclosure Ordinance reporting, and other resources to support compliance.
Cambridge Police Department Assists in Federal Sex Trafficking Investigation
A Cambridge Police Department (CPD) detective assigned to a federal task force was instrumental in a federal investigation that led to an arrest in a sex trafficking case involving multiple states. The suspect, a Lowell man, was arrested on Friday, December 13, 2024, and charged with sex trafficking a victim in Massachusetts, Nevada, Rhode Island, and New York.
Separate Bike Lanes from Traffic
Improve safety for drivers and bikers by moving bike lanes to be between street parking spots and the sidewalk, reducing car-bike interactions and potential collisions.