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Hi! I am Maria McCauley, the Director of Libraries. Learn more about upcoming Library programs and events in my weekly message.
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Live at the Library: Percussion workshop with Júlio Santos (O'Neill)
Friday, April 24 @ 3:00 PM
Children will explore a mixture of instruments and rhythms for creative and fun musical experiments through this World Music/Percussion workshop!
Registration is required. This program is recommended for children ages 4 and up.
Funding for Vacation Week Programming: Live at the Library has been generously provided by the Cambridge Public Library Foundation.
Learn More
Live at the Library: Percussion workshop with Júlio Santos (O'Neill)
Friday, April 24 @ 4:00 PM
Children will explore a mixture of instruments and rhythms for creative and fun musical experiments through this World Music/Percussion workshop!
Registration is required. This program is recommended for children ages 4 and up.
Funding for Vacation Week Programming: Live at the Library has been generously provided by the Cambridge Public Library Foundation.
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Kids
Teens
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News
Director's Update, April 19, 2026
National Library Week, Live at the Library, Arabic Story Time, and More!
Director's Update, April 12, 2026
Bystander Training, Jasmine Warga, Tracy K. Smith, and More!
Service Alert Patriots' Day Closure
Patriots' Day Closure
Cambridge Public Library to Host Former Poet Laureate Tracy K. Smith for National Poetry Month
Celebrate National Poetry Month with Tracy K. Smith
Director's Update, April 5, 2026
Gardening for Biodiversity, Zen Meditation, Origami Bookmarks, and More!
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Check out the Monthly Newsletter
Read It Now
Coming Up
Apr
23
Thu
High Beginner ESOL (Central Square)
1:00 PM
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Class. This class will be taught at a high beginner level. No testing needed.
For more information call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.
Reading Rainbow screening (O'Neill)
2:00 PM
Celebrate National Library Week! We will screen two episodes of Reading Rainbow, hosted by Honorary Chair Mychal Threets.
No registration is required.
Filmmaking 101 (Main)
2:30 PM
Learn how to use our Sony FX6 camera to film your own videos! In this session, you'll also practice lighting for film and editing a short video using provided footage. Registration is required.
You must complete Hive Safety Training before registering for this workshop.
After completing this training, you will be able to reserve out Multimedia Studio during Open Shop Hours.
Puzzle Party (Main)
2:30 PM
Join our librarians for tea, cookies and a jigsaw puzzle. An hour of fun and conversation on a Thursday afternoon at the Cambridge Main Library.
Advanced ESOL (Central Square)
3:00 PM
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) class. This class will be taught at an advanced level. No testing needed.
For more information call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.
Vacation Week Craft: 3D Pens (Boudreau)
3:00 PM
Stop by the Boudreau Branch during vacation week to create something using 3D pens! This drop-in event is intended for school aged children and their families.
Live at the Library: Storytelling with Ben Cunningham (O'Connell)
3:30 PM
Join local artist, musician and educator Ben Cunningham for a transformative storytelling performance. This program is for children of all ages and their caregivers. No registration needed.
Read to a Dog (Valente)
3:30 PM
Read to Dante, our local cuddly therapy dog! Trained therapy dogs provide warm and non-judgmental reading companions for new or experienced readers up to age 14. Registration for each 15-minute time slot is required and begins on Thursday, April 16 by calling or visiting the Valente Branch (617-349-4015).
The City of Cambridge does not discriminate, including on the basis of disability. We may provide auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures to people with disabilities. For more information contact us at library@cambridgema.gov, 617-349-4032 (voice), or via relay at 711
Afternoon Sing-Along (Main)
4:00 PM
Join us to sing and move together. Recommended for children of all ages and their caregivers.
This program can accommodate 130 people. Tickets are available on a first come, first served basis on the day of the program. The entire party must be present to receive a ticket. This program starts promptly. Unclaimed seats will be offered to someone waiting. We appreciate your patience and understanding. Please call 617-349-4038 for more information.
Fiber Arts Circle (Central Square)
4:00 PM
Bring your project and come join other fiber crafters in your community! Crochet, sew, embroider, knit, cross stitch, spin, mend, and more at this informal drop-in fiber arts circle. All crafts are welcome!
Vacation Week: Preschool Story Time and Craft (Collins)
4:00 PM
Join us for stories, songs and rhymes followed by a craft. Recommended for children ages 3-7 and their caregivers.
CANCELLED: Free Drop-in Tutoring for Teens (Main)
5:00 PM
Need help with a class? Have a question before an exam? Tutors are available to help you! Cambridge School Volunteers and the Library are pleased to offer tutoring services in the Teen Room. No registration required. Stop by the Teen Room or call 617-349-4027 to learn more.
Apr
23
Thu
High Beginner ESOL (Central Square)
1:00 PM
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Class. This class will be taught at a high beginner level. No testing needed.
For more information call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.
Reading Rainbow screening (O'Neill)
2:00 PM
Celebrate National Library Week! We will screen two episodes of Reading Rainbow, hosted by Honorary Chair Mychal Threets.
No registration is required.
Filmmaking 101 (Main)
2:30 PM
Learn how to use our Sony FX6 camera to film your own videos! In this session, you'll also practice lighting for film and editing a short video using provided footage. Registration is required.
You must complete Hive Safety Training before registering for this workshop.
After completing this training, you will be able to reserve out Multimedia Studio during Open Shop Hours.
Puzzle Party (Main)
2:30 PM
Join our librarians for tea, cookies and a jigsaw puzzle. An hour of fun and conversation on a Thursday afternoon at the Cambridge Main Library.
Advanced ESOL (Central Square)
3:00 PM
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) class. This class will be taught at an advanced level. No testing needed.
For more information call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.
Vacation Week Craft: 3D Pens (Boudreau)
3:00 PM
Stop by the Boudreau Branch during vacation week to create something using 3D pens! This drop-in event is intended for school aged children and their families.
Live at the Library: Storytelling with Ben Cunningham (O'Connell)
3:30 PM
Join local artist, musician and educator Ben Cunningham for a transformative storytelling performance. This program is for children of all ages and their caregivers. No registration needed.
Read to a Dog (Valente)
3:30 PM
Read to Dante, our local cuddly therapy dog! Trained therapy dogs provide warm and non-judgmental reading companions for new or experienced readers up to age 14. Registration for each 15-minute time slot is required and begins on Thursday, April 16 by calling or visiting the Valente Branch (617-349-4015).
The City of Cambridge does not discriminate, including on the basis of disability. We may provide auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures to people with disabilities. For more information contact us at library@cambridgema.gov, 617-349-4032 (voice), or via relay at 711
Apr
23
Thu
High Beginner ESOL (Central Square)
1:00 PM
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Class. This class will be taught at a high beginner level. No testing needed.
For more information call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.
Reading Rainbow screening (O'Neill)
2:00 PM
Celebrate National Library Week! We will screen two episodes of Reading Rainbow, hosted by Honorary Chair Mychal Threets.
No registration is required.
Filmmaking 101 (Main)
2:30 PM
Learn how to use our Sony FX6 camera to film your own videos! In this session, you'll also practice lighting for film and editing a short video using provided footage. Registration is required.
You must complete Hive Safety Training before registering for this workshop.
After completing this training, you will be able to reserve out Multimedia Studio during Open Shop Hours.
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Meet the Director
Hi! I am Maria McCauley, the Director of Libraries. Learn more about upcoming Library programs and events in my weekly message.
Learn More
Live at the Library: Percussion workshop with Júlio Santos (O'Neill)
Friday, April 24 @ 3:00 PM
Children will explore a mixture of instruments and rhythms for creative and fun musical experiments through this World Music/Percussion workshop!
Registration is required. This program is recommended for children ages 4 and up.
Funding for Vacation Week Programming: Live at the Library has been generously provided by the Cambridge Public Library Foundation.
Learn More
Live at the Library: Percussion workshop with Júlio Santos (O'Neill)
Friday, April 24 @ 4:00 PM
Children will explore a mixture of instruments and rhythms for creative and fun musical experiments through this World Music/Percussion workshop!
Registration is required. This program is recommended for children ages 4 and up.
Funding for Vacation Week Programming: Live at the Library has been generously provided by the Cambridge Public Library Foundation.
Learn More
Get a Library Card
Programs & Events
Cambridge History Room
Museum Passes
E-Books & Online Resources
Kids
Teens
STEAM & The Hive
Computers & Technology
Learn English
News
Director's Update, April 19, 2026
National Library Week, Live at the Library, Arabic Story Time, and More!
Director's Update, April 12, 2026
Bystander Training, Jasmine Warga, Tracy K. Smith, and More!
Service Alert Patriots' Day Closure
Patriots' Day Closure
Cambridge Public Library to Host Former Poet Laureate Tracy K. Smith for National Poetry Month
Celebrate National Poetry Month with Tracy K. Smith
Director's Update, April 5, 2026
Gardening for Biodiversity, Zen Meditation, Origami Bookmarks, and More!
View All
Check out the Monthly Newsletter
Read It Now
Coming Up
Apr
23
Thu
High Beginner ESOL (Central Square)
1:00 PM
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Class. This class will be taught at a high beginner level. No testing needed.
For more information call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.
Reading Rainbow screening (O'Neill)
2:00 PM
Celebrate National Library Week! We will screen two episodes of Reading Rainbow, hosted by Honorary Chair Mychal Threets.
No registration is required.
Filmmaking 101 (Main)
2:30 PM
Learn how to use our Sony FX6 camera to film your own videos! In this session, you'll also practice lighting for film and editing a short video using provided footage. Registration is required.
You must complete Hive Safety Training before registering for this workshop.
After completing this training, you will be able to reserve out Multimedia Studio during Open Shop Hours.
Puzzle Party (Main)
2:30 PM
Join our librarians for tea, cookies and a jigsaw puzzle. An hour of fun and conversation on a Thursday afternoon at the Cambridge Main Library.
Advanced ESOL (Central Square)
3:00 PM
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) class. This class will be taught at an advanced level. No testing needed.
For more information call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.
Vacation Week Craft: 3D Pens (Boudreau)
3:00 PM
Stop by the Boudreau Branch during vacation week to create something using 3D pens! This drop-in event is intended for school aged children and their families.
Live at the Library: Storytelling with Ben Cunningham (O'Connell)
3:30 PM
Join local artist, musician and educator Ben Cunningham for a transformative storytelling performance. This program is for children of all ages and their caregivers. No registration needed.
Read to a Dog (Valente)
3:30 PM
Read to Dante, our local cuddly therapy dog! Trained therapy dogs provide warm and non-judgmental reading companions for new or experienced readers up to age 14. Registration for each 15-minute time slot is required and begins on Thursday, April 16 by calling or visiting the Valente Branch (617-349-4015).
The City of Cambridge does not discriminate, including on the basis of disability. We may provide auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures to people with disabilities. For more information contact us at library@cambridgema.gov, 617-349-4032 (voice), or via relay at 711
Afternoon Sing-Along (Main)
4:00 PM
Join us to sing and move together. Recommended for children of all ages and their caregivers.
This program can accommodate 130 people. Tickets are available on a first come, first served basis on the day of the program. The entire party must be present to receive a ticket. This program starts promptly. Unclaimed seats will be offered to someone waiting. We appreciate your patience and understanding. Please call 617-349-4038 for more information.
Fiber Arts Circle (Central Square)
4:00 PM
Bring your project and come join other fiber crafters in your community! Crochet, sew, embroider, knit, cross stitch, spin, mend, and more at this informal drop-in fiber arts circle. All crafts are welcome!
Vacation Week: Preschool Story Time and Craft (Collins)
4:00 PM
Join us for stories, songs and rhymes followed by a craft. Recommended for children ages 3-7 and their caregivers.
CANCELLED: Free Drop-in Tutoring for Teens (Main)
5:00 PM
Need help with a class? Have a question before an exam? Tutors are available to help you! Cambridge School Volunteers and the Library are pleased to offer tutoring services in the Teen Room. No registration required. Stop by the Teen Room or call 617-349-4027 to learn more.
Apr
23
Thu
High Beginner ESOL (Central Square)
1:00 PM
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Class. This class will be taught at a high beginner level. No testing needed.
For more information call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.
Reading Rainbow screening (O'Neill)
2:00 PM
Celebrate National Library Week! We will screen two episodes of Reading Rainbow, hosted by Honorary Chair Mychal Threets.
No registration is required.
Filmmaking 101 (Main)
2:30 PM
Learn how to use our Sony FX6 camera to film your own videos! In this session, you'll also practice lighting for film and editing a short video using provided footage. Registration is required.
You must complete Hive Safety Training before registering for this workshop.
After completing this training, you will be able to reserve out Multimedia Studio during Open Shop Hours.
Puzzle Party (Main)
2:30 PM
Join our librarians for tea, cookies and a jigsaw puzzle. An hour of fun and conversation on a Thursday afternoon at the Cambridge Main Library.
Advanced ESOL (Central Square)
3:00 PM
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) class. This class will be taught at an advanced level. No testing needed.
For more information call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.
Vacation Week Craft: 3D Pens (Boudreau)
3:00 PM
Stop by the Boudreau Branch during vacation week to create something using 3D pens! This drop-in event is intended for school aged children and their families.
Live at the Library: Storytelling with Ben Cunningham (O'Connell)
3:30 PM
Join local artist, musician and educator Ben Cunningham for a transformative storytelling performance. This program is for children of all ages and their caregivers. No registration needed.
Read to a Dog (Valente)
3:30 PM
Read to Dante, our local cuddly therapy dog! Trained therapy dogs provide warm and non-judgmental reading companions for new or experienced readers up to age 14. Registration for each 15-minute time slot is required and begins on Thursday, April 16 by calling or visiting the Valente Branch (617-349-4015).
The City of Cambridge does not discriminate, including on the basis of disability. We may provide auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures to people with disabilities. For more information contact us at library@cambridgema.gov, 617-349-4032 (voice), or via relay at 711
Apr
23
Thu
High Beginner ESOL (Central Square)
1:00 PM
Join us for an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Class. This class will be taught at a high beginner level. No testing needed.
For more information call Maria Balestrieri at 617-349-4013.
Reading Rainbow screening (O'Neill)
2:00 PM
Celebrate National Library Week! We will screen two episodes of Reading Rainbow, hosted by Honorary Chair Mychal Threets.
No registration is required.
Filmmaking 101 (Main)
2:30 PM
Learn how to use our Sony FX6 camera to film your own videos! In this session, you'll also practice lighting for film and editing a short video using provided footage. Registration is required.
You must complete Hive Safety Training before registering for this workshop.
After completing this training, you will be able to reserve out Multimedia Studio during Open Shop Hours.
View All
Booklists
Contact Us
How can we help?
Please provide as much detail below as possible so City staff can respond to your inquiry:
Description:
*
Name:
Email:
As a governmental entity, the Massachusetts Public Records Law applies to records made or received by the City. Any information received through use of this site is subject to the same provisions as information provided on paper.
Read our complete privacy statement
Service Requests
Enter a service request via SeeClickFix
for things like missed trash pickups, potholes, etc., click here
Close