Code a Poem with OctoStudio (O'Neill)
Families are invited to join us for a drop-in creative coding workshop using OctoStudio, a new app developed by the team behind Scratch. We will make digital interactive poetry together!
No registration required. Adults are encouraged to participate alongside their children!
Devices will be provided or families may bring their own. Food will be provided!
Request a Trash Ordinance Exemption
The City of Cambridge requires that trash, recycling, and compost bins be placed on the sidewalk at 6 p.m. or later on the evening prior to curbside collection day. If you are a Cambridge resident with disabilities that prevent you from following this ordinance, you can apply for an exemption.
Starting a Small Business workshop series (Central Square)
Ready to Level Up Your Business? Join Our 4-Week Workshop!
Whether you're just starting out or already running a business, this workshop is for you! Over four weeks, we'll give you the practical skills to make your business run even better. We'll focus on what you need to learn to succeed. This isn't just theory – it's the stuff you need to know to build a strong business. Think of this as your essential business toolkit. If you're new to the business world, we'll give you the confidence and know-how to get started and grow.
Workshop 1: Foundation and Idea Validation - Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Key Principles of Entrepreneurship: Discussing business ownership, risk, and mindset
Developing and Validating Your Idea: Identifying problems, solutions, and testing the market
Understanding the Fundamentals of Customer Service: Core concepts for enhancing customer experiences
Introductory Ideas in Marketing and E-commerce: Brief overview of digital presence and sales channels.
Please register here.
If you have any questions or issues with registration, contact Tyrone Fells at 617-349-7223 or tfells@cambridgema.gov.
[CANCELLED] Wellness for Older Adults: Tai Chi Paradigm - Intermediate (Main)
Join us in this twelve-week Tai Chi Paradigm practice, which focuses on the mind and body connection. Tai Chi is a fluid sequence of movements choreographed in a low impact routine.
Sifu Mynor Diaz has been learning and teaching Tai Chi classes for over 20 years. This is an in-person event at the Main Library.
Due to the popularity of Sifu Diaz's classes, we expect participants to attend all sessions and participation in this program will be decided by lottery.
To enter the lottery, please register for the waitlist below. This waitlist will constitute the pool from which 15 names will be drawn randomly.
Registration will open Wednesday, February 5 at 9AM and close Wednesday, February 19 at 5PM. Participants selected will be notified on Saturday, February 22.
Sponsored by the Cambridge Public Library Foundation
Fiber Arts Adventure with Lenni: A Machine-Sewing Workshop Series (Main)
Continue building your machine-sewing skills AND create bespoke sewn crafts! Design your own fiber arts adventure as you choose from a menu of options which may include: bento bag, fleece hat, fleece mittens, work belt, earbud case and fanny pack. This four-part series is led by fiber artist and designer Lenni Armstrong.
Registration is required. Those registered for the first session will automatically be enrolled in the following weeks. Spots are very limited; kindly only enroll if you plan to make all four workshops.
Wednesday, April 2
Wednesday, April 9
Wednesday, April 16
Wednesday, April 23
This workshop is designed for patrons who know the basics of how to use our Janome sewing machines.
Fiber Arts Adventure with Lenni: A Machine-Sewing Workshop Series (Main)
Continue building your machine-sewing skills AND create bespoke sewn crafts! Design your own fiber arts adventure as you choose from a menu of options which may include: bento bag, fleece hat, fleece mittens, work belt, earbud case and fanny pack. This four-part series is led by fiber artist and designer Lenni Armstrong.
Registration is required. Those registered for the first session will automatically be enrolled in the following weeks. Spots are very limited; kindly only enroll if you plan to make all four workshops.
Wednesday, April 2
Wednesday, April 9
Wednesday, April 16
Wednesday, April 23
This workshop is designed for patrons who know the basics of how to use our Janome sewing machines.
Fiber Arts Adventure with Lenni: A Machine-Sewing Workshop Series (Main)
Continue building your machine-sewing skills AND create bespoke sewn crafts! Design your own fiber arts adventure as you choose from a menu of options which may include: bento bag, fleece hat, fleece mittens, work belt, earbud case and fanny pack. This four-part series is led by fiber artist and designer Lenni Armstrong.
Registration is required. Those registered for the first session will automatically be enrolled in the following weeks. Spots are very limited; kindly only enroll if you plan to make all four workshops.
Wednesday, March 5
Wednesday, March 12
Wednesday, March 19
Wednesday, March 26
This workshop is designed for patrons who know the basics of how to use our Janome sewing machines.
Fiber Arts Adventure with Lenni: A Machine-Sewing Workshop Series (Main)
Continue building your machine-sewing skills AND create bespoke sewn crafts! Design your own fiber arts adventure as you choose from a menu of options which may include: bento bag, fleece hat, fleece mittens, work belt, earbud case and fanny pack. This four-part series is led by fiber artist and designer Lenni Armstrong.
Registration is required. Those registered for the first session will automatically be enrolled in the following weeks. Spots are very limited; kindly only enroll if you plan to make all four workshops.
Wednesday, April 2
Wednesday, April 9
Wednesday, April 16
Wednesday, April 23
This workshop is designed for patrons who know the basics of how to use our Janome sewing machines.
Fiber Arts Adventure with Lenni: A Machine-Sewing Workshop Series (Main)
Continue building your machine-sewing skills AND create bespoke sewn crafts! Design your own fiber arts adventure as you choose from a menu of options which may include: bento bag, fleece hat, fleece mittens, work belt, earbud case and fanny pack. This four-part series is led by fiber artist and designer Lenni Armstrong.
Registration is required. Those registered for the first session will automatically be enrolled in the following weeks. Spots are very limited; kindly only enroll if you plan to make all four workshops.
Wednesday, April 2
Wednesday, April 9
Wednesday, April 16
Wednesday, April 23
This workshop is designed for patrons who know the basics of how to use our Janome sewing machines.
Fiber Arts Adventure with Lenni: A Machine-Sewing Workshop Series (Main)
Continue building your machine-sewing skills AND create bespoke sewn crafts! Design your own fiber arts adventure as you choose from a menu of options which may include: bento bag, fleece hat, fleece mittens, work belt, earbud case and fanny pack. This four-part series is led by fiber artist and designer Lenni Armstrong.
Registration is required. Those registered for the first session will automatically be enrolled in the following weeks. Spots are very limited; kindly only enroll if you plan to make all four workshops.
Wednesday, March 5
Wednesday, March 12
Wednesday, March 19
Wednesday, March 26
This workshop is designed for patrons who know the basics of how to use our Janome sewing machines.