Arts and Culture, Parks and Playgrounds

Free event at the Cambridge Public Library.

Free event at the Cambridge Public Library.

Treat yourself to an afternoon of fun, creativity, and community while a local artist guides us step-by-step through the process of creating a beautiful acrylic painting.

Our monthly "Graphics Are Great!" book group is for kids aged 8-12.

Join us for a lively discussion of a great book in person at the Main Library!

This month's book: Tusk Love by Thea Guanzon

Calling all middle grade readers!

Join the Cambridge Public Library in celebrating National Poetry Month with a reading and talk by the acclaimed poet and author Tracy K. Smith.

Free event at the Cambridge Public Library.

April Selection: One Pot, Pan, Planet: A Greener Way to Cook for You and Your Family by Anna Jones.

Have clothes to mend or craft projects to work on?

Join the Central Square Book Group!

Join us for songs, stories and rhymes followed by open play.

Using embroidery hoops, participants will hand-stitch words of affirmation while learning basic sewing techniques.

This interactive 45-minute children's show is designed to engage young audiences through music, movement, and play.

Meet a cast of larger-than-life, hand-crafted puppet characters in this funny and interactive variety show.

Join us for Brazilian-inspired music and dance! 

Recommended for children of all ages and their caregivers.

No registration required.

Free event at the Cambridge Public Library.

Come join us and sample a selection of books about the our environment and the natural world.

Come watch a movie on Central Square Library's big screen and eat free popcorn! 

Join local artist, musician and educator Ben Cunningham for a transformative storytelling performance.

Join us for stories, songs and rhymes followed by a craft. Recommended for children ages 3-7 and their caregivers.

Join us at the Boudreau branch as we enjoy stories from around the world told by award-winning storyteller Len Cabral.

Join us over April vacation for a family movie at the Library!

Learn about the rabbits raised at Land's Sake.

In honor of Earth Day, spend your afternoon at the Library creating your own terrarium.

Create your own scratch art tiles. Begin with a black square and scratch a design to reveal the magical colors hidden beneath.

Recommended for children ages 6-12 and their caregivers.