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Friday, November 6, 2026 · Cambridge

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• Fri, Nov 6, 9:30 a.m.: ESOL information session and placement test at Community Learning Center. The Community Learning Center at 5 Western Ave. holds an information session and placement test for free English (ESOL) classes.Town of Cambridge
• Fri, Nov 6, 9:30 a.m.: SNAP and MassHealth help at North Cambridge Senior Center. An in-person session at 2050 Massachusetts Ave. explains changes to work and immigration requirements for SNAP and MassHealth, checks eligibility and helps with next steps.Town of Cambridge
• Fri, Nov 6, 9:30 a.m.: Open Shop at the Hive, Main Library. Hive-badged patrons can reserve equipment and studio spaces or drop in to work on projects at the Main Library's Hive; new makers can take a 10-minute safety training. Runs to 2 p.m.Cambridge Public Library
• Fri, Nov 6, 10 a.m.: Flamenco dance class for older adults. Cambridge Senior Center, 806 Massachusetts Ave., hosts a flamenco class open to all, with the option to dance seated.Town of Cambridge
• Fri, Nov 6, 10:30 a.m.: Strong and Stretched at Russell Youth Center. The Russell Youth and Community Center, 680 Huron Ave., hosts a 45-minute class popular at all three senior centers.Town of Cambridge
• Fri, Nov 6, 10:30 a.m.: Yoga for Better Balance at Cambridge Senior Center. The Cambridge Senior Center, 806 Massachusetts Ave., offers a balance class for older adults, standing or seated, on mats or chairs.Town of Cambridge
• Fri, Nov 6, 10:30 a.m.: Free ESOL classes at Central Square library. The Central Square Branch offers beginner and high beginner ESOL classes at 10:30 a.m., beginner at 1 p.m. and high beginner at 3 p.m. No testing needed. Call 617-349-4013.Cambridge Public Library
• Fri, Nov 6, 11 a.m.: Little Groove music and movement at O'Connell Branch. A professional musician leads a 45-minute interactive show at the O'Connell Branch, 48 Sixth St., for ages 0 to 4 with a caregiver. No registration required.Cambridge Public Library
• Fri, Nov 6, 11 a.m.: Drop-in tech help at Central Square library. Library staff offer 20-minute help sessions on computers, mobile devices, online resources and resumes from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Lewis Room. No registration required.Cambridge Public Library
• Fri, Nov 6, 11:30 a.m.: Zumba Gold for older adults at Main Library. Instructor Darren Hairston leads a low-impact dance fitness class in the Main Library Community Room. Registration is required and opens at 11:30 a.m. the Monday before each class.Cambridge Public Library

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Past briefings

• Thursday, November 5, 2026 — Cambridge opens grants of up to $10,000 for nightlife businesses to cover equipment and marketing, with projects due by March 31, 2027
• Wednesday, November 4, 2026 — Cambridge residents will pay $75 for a 2027 resident parking permit, triple the current $25 fee
• Tuesday, November 3, 2026 — Council orders new bidding process for Harvard Square's historic kiosk
• Monday, November 2, 2026 — Cambridge homeowners could face a 10 to 15 percent property tax hike alongside possible service cuts
• Sunday, November 1, 2026 — Councillor's newsletter rounds up Halloween, voting guides