Visual, Performing, and Media Arts, Youth

Designed by teens for teens, Teen Science Cafes bring together scientists and students, grades 8-12 to explore new research and discuss what inspires and influences people to pursue careers in STEM.

Please join the Cambridge Public Library and the American Repertory Theater for an afternoon of Wonder!

Free event at the Cambridge Public Library.

Join us for stories and a craft project! This month we will make paper dolls. 

For children of all ages and their grown-ups. 

Join us to craft homemade gifts this holiday season.

It's a weekly block party!

Turn paper cut-outs into animations with the Gif-O-Graf machine!

Come to the Library for games and a different activity each week!

Come to the Library for games and a different activity each week! Kids of all ages can hang out and do crafts or STEAM activities. No registration required. 

Join us for this free annual celebration of the season, featuring festive period decorations, music, treats, and more.

Have you checked out The Hive yet?

Come to the Library for games and a different activity each week! Kids of all ages can hang out and do crafts or STEAM activities. No registration required.

Join us in the Children's Room for a fun craft and related stories. For more information, call 617-349-4010. This program is recommended for ages 5-10.

What's a zine?

Kids in 6th, 7th and 8th grade can come to the Library to create hand-made cards and wrapping paper using print-making techniques! Snacks provided. No registration necessary.

Stop by the Boudreau Branch after school and use our two button makers to create your very own buttons.

Join us for stories and a craft to celebrate the shortest day of the year. Come read, sing, craft and welcome back the light! 

 

Back by popular demand!

Celebrate the shortest day of the year and the beginning of the winter season! Join us for a seasonal story, a winter nature craft and a cozy treat.

Join us for a morning walk at one of the most renowned bird watching spots in Cambridge, Mount Auburn Cemetery!

Come on your own, with friends, or bring the whole family to the museum for a special week of programming!

Join us to watch a movie on Central Square Library's big screen and eat free popcorn! Past screenings have included popular action and comedy movies. No registration required.

Come to the Library to create something special!

Join us for a cozy craft at the O'Connell Branch!

Celebrate the start of 2026 without staying awake until midnight! Play games and create crafts with friends, family and neighbors. For children of all ages and their caregivers.

Come to the Library for games and a different activity each week!

Start the year off right by getting to know Cambridge birds!