Town News
Family Literacy Fun Day set for Nov. 7 in Cambridge
Cambridge will host a free Family Literacy Fun Day on Nov. 7 at City Hall for families with children from birth through 3rd grade, featuring activities, free books and a magic show.
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Town News
Special Olympics basketball tryouts set for November
The Cambridge Program for Individuals with Special Needs is holding Special Olympics basketball tryouts Nov. 7 and Nov. 14 at the Russell Youth and Community Center, open to Cambridge residents of all ages and skill levels.
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Cambridge urges residents to shop local this holiday season
The City of Cambridge is encouraging residents to support local shops and restaurants this holiday season, noting Small Business Saturday falls on Nov. 28, 2026.
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Road closures set for Cambridge 5K and Half Marathon
The City of Cambridge announced Oct. 28 that road closures will affect East Cambridge and Memorial Drive on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 for the Cambridge 5K and Half Marathon.
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CLC program helps students build career communication skills
The City of Cambridge highlighted the Community Learning Center's Career Connections Program, which helps students build communication and job skills, with the next session starting in January.
Town News
Harvard Square's Lot 2 to close Nov. 2 for repairs
Lot 2, the parking garage beneath the Harvard Square Hotel, will close entirely starting Nov. 2 while Harvard University finishes structural repairs, with work expected to wrap by Jan. 30, 2027.
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Ahern Field, playground to close Nov. 2 for soil testing
Cambridge says Ahern Field and its playground will close in sections on Nov. 2 while consultant CDM Smith collects soil samples for an ongoing construction project; access around the park and for emergency vehicles will be maintained.
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Cambridge wins 2026 Mass Save Energy Impact Award
The City of Cambridge announced Oct. 26 that it received a 2026 Mass Save Impact Award for energy efficiency work across municipal buildings, including the new Tobin Montessori and Darby Vassall Upper Schools complex.
Town News
Library launches first card design contest
The Cambridge Public Library is running its first library card design contest, open to anyone who lives, works or attends school in Cambridge, with entries due online by Nov. 15.
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Library warns MassHealth rules are changing under new federal rules
Cambridge Public Library's weekly Directors Update says new federal immigration requirements are changing who qualifies for MassHealth and urges patrons to keep their contact information current. The update also announces the city's annual Halloween Trick or Treat at City Hall on Oct. 29.
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