New Exhibition: How We Care For 280+ Public Artworks
How does Cambridge Arts maintain the City of Cambridge’s collection of more than 280 public artworks? “Rust Happen(s): Caring for the Public Art Collection" offers a behind-the-scenes look at the public art conservation program of the city’s arts agency. The exhibition debuts at Cambridge Arts’ Gallery 344 at 344 Broadway, Cambridge, on March 18, 2024, followed by a free, public reception on Monday, March 25, from 6 to 8 p.m.
Concord Alewife Plan
Study of key issues in the Alewife Area, including the mix of uses, including housing, industry, possible City uses, open space, access and traffic, the character of future development, and needed zoning changes to accomplish study goals.
Summer Lunchtime Walks at Fresh Pond
Learn during lunch! Join Ranger Jean and staff on a walk to different habitats around the reservation. We will discuss the ecology and natural & human history of the landscape, with topics varying based on the interest of the group. Come with questions, or just to walk and listen. Meets outside the Ranger station.For more information or to register, contact Ranger Jean at jrogers@cambridgema.gov or Julie at jcoffey@cambridgema.gov,(617)-349-7712.
Math Playground and National Flagway Tournament
The Young People’s Project (YPP), in partnership with the Cambridge STEAM Initiative and Cambridge Public Schools, invite Cambridge students, families, educators, and community partners to enjoy a day-long math extravaganza!
Cambridge Youth Programs Summer 2023 Highlights
This summer, 276 Cambridge pre-teens and middle schoolers participated in Cambridge Youth Programs’ (CYP) summer programs at Youth Centers. CYP also offered a variety of teen programming and internship opportunities to Cambridge teens.
National Night Out is Tuesday, August 4th at Donnelly Field
Come join the Cambridge Police Department and other community partners to celebrate National Night Out at Donnelly Field.
The event is free and open to all.
There will be numerous activities including games, slides, races, an introduction to lacrosse, soccer, volleyball, obstacle course, face painting, dunk tank, food & more.
Tuesday, August 4th, 2026
3PM - 10PM
Donnelly Field
York St. & Berkshire St., Cambridge, Ma 02141
Questions?
Contact Kessen Green and Michele Scott
(617) 349-9323
Corcoran Park
The Cambridge Housing Authority (CHA) is preparing to begin a comprehensive modernization of their existing Corcoran Park development in Strawberry Hill. The redevelopment of Corcoran Park is expected to involve the demolition and replacement of the existing outdated buildings, built in the early 1950s, with new, deeply affordable rental units that will be built to Passive House standards.
The CHA anticipates creating the revitalized Corcoran Park development under provisions of the Affordable Housing Overlay (AHO).
Farmers Market
Application to submit when applying for a Farmers Market Permit in the City of Cambridge.