🚨Cambridge has declared a Heat Advisory starting Thursday, Aug. 6. An extreme heat event is a prolonged period of very hot weather that may include high humidity. Stay informed and stay safe.🌡️ Details: https://camb.ma/4hh9PrQ
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The Training & Education Resource Fair is one week away! 💪 Meet local providers and explore career training, certificate programs, & pathways to growing industries. 📆 Wed, Aug 12, 11am–1pm 📍 Cambridge Public Library Learn about the 10+ providers in the event 👉 https://bit.ly/4yR0ddq
Street closures due to two events. Plan ahead! ⏰ Thursday, Aug. 6, 12–9 p.m. 📍 Spring Street between Sciarappa St. and Fifth St. ⏰ Saturday, Aug. 8, 8 a.m.–7 p.m. 📍 Sidney St. between Franklin St. and Pilgrim St.
Games, slides, races, introduction to lacrosse, soccer, volleyball, obstacle course, dunk tank, face painting and food! Everyone is welcome for this FREE National Night Out event! Tuesday, August 4 at Donnelly Field. We hope to see you there! https://camb.ma/3RS6qVZ
Celebrate National Black Business Month with Black entrepreneurs! Aug 4 • Black Business Month Celebration Aug 6 • Professional Services Procurement Fair Aug 10 • Small Business Open House Aug 12 • AI for Bid Response Workshop Aug 30 • Everybody Gotta Eat Cookout https://camb.ma/3UKRarK
🌈💦 Splash into Summer: Trans & Gender Expansive Pool Party Free, trans-centered pool party hosted by the Cambridge LGBTQ+ Commission! 📆 Mon, Aug 17 | 6:30–8:30 PM 📍 Cambridge (address sent after registration) Reg closes Aug 9 or when full Register: https://bit.ly/4vqlpnC
Bluebikes newbies! Join our free intro workshop and win a free annual Bluebikes membership! Aug 4 • 5–6 PM 📍 Main Library Bluebikes Station Aug 11 • 5–6 PM 📍 Danehy Park Bluebikes Station Ages 16+ • Free • Open to all Register (optional): https://camb.ma/4fKozwX
There's still time to submit your original photo or artwork for a chance to be featured on the 2027 Cambridge Resident Parking Permit. 📸 🎨 We love images of Cambridge's landmarks, parks, buildings, and iconic places. Deadline: Friday, July 31 at 11:59 p.m. Learn More: https://camb.ma/4vPSB8f
It's been so great riding with our community while the Red Line has been closed! 🚲💛 We have one more ride tomorrow morning (weather permitting). ⏰ Mornings — check our website 📍 Alewife Bluebikes Station at Steel Place 🦺 Look for ride leaders in fluorescent vests 🔗 Full details at camb.ma/redline
Tomorrow's viewing of the inspiring documentary about the 1971 Women’s World Cup has been cancelled due to weather. We will announce the reschedule date when available.
Looking for a fresh start? Cambridge Works is recruiting Cambridge residents ages 18–35 for its next paid job training program starting this September. ✅ Paid 3-month job placement ✅ Career workshops ✅ One-on-one support ✅ Help finding full-time employment Apply: https://camb.ma/4pFSD18
Across Cambridge, summer programs bring neighbors together through activities, resources, and opportunities for all ages to build a stronger, safer community together. Stay tuned over the coming weeks as we highlight programs and resources available across the city!
Are you a jazz lover? Looking for a fun weekend outing? Join The 11th Cambridge Jazz Festival for soulful performances, community vibes, and great music. Time: Saturday, July 25 & Sunday, July 26, 2026, 12 PM to 6 PM Location: Danehy Park (99 Sherman St.) 👉 Learn more: https://camb.ma/4wlSH91
We need you! The City of Cambridge is currently seeking to fill these vacancies. Application Deadline: August 21. Apply today at https://camb.ma/4c4lGEz
$10,000–$25,000 for Cambridge Nonprofits! The City of Cambridge’s Community Benefits Advisory Committee is opening a new competitive round of grant funding to support local nonprofits responding to critical community needs. Applications open: July 21, 2026 👉 Details: https://camb.ma/4hoKufl
✅ Protect yourself from West Nile Virus: Avoid dusk-to-dawn hours Wear long sleeves/pants Drain standing water Check window/door screens Netting on strollers A few small habits now can make a big difference. Stay safe out there! 🙌 📖 Learn more: https://camb.ma/4wUfqIO
Red Line closed July 21–30? We've got your back! 1️⃣ Free shuttles: Alewife→Park St + express Harvard Sq↔South Station 2️⃣ Free bike rides — weekday AMs, Alewife Bluebikes 3️⃣ $10 Bluebikes credit: code BLUECROSSMBTA26 4️⃣ Fare-free Commuter Rail, Porter Sq→North Station Details: https://camb.ma/4gOh3Dg
🌧️ Due to expected rain this evening (Tuesday, July 21), the following summer programs have been canceled: • DHSP Summer Basketball Leagues • DHSP Summer Street Hockey League • Summer Food Program dinner sites • Summer Concert at Danehy Park • Cambridge Plays (Community Development)
Enjoy some folk-pop music from Nora Meier at Danehy Park tonight (7/21)! 🎸🎶 Bring a chair or blanket and find us at the park's Sherman St. entrance from 6–8 p.m. 😎 Outdoor concerts continue every Tuesday evening through August 11 — check out the full schedule here 👉 https://bit.ly/4eULshZ
During the Red Line closures (now through July 30), residents can get a FREE $10 Bluebikes credit, thanks to the Blue Bikes title sponsor Blue Cross MA. While supplies last, enter the code BLUECROSSMBTA26 in the Rewards section of the Bluebikes app. Visit camb.ma/redline to learn more.
All free! Let's have fun tonight (Tuesday)! 🔥 5–8p: Chica Fuego & The Gringos + Jenny the Juggler - Latin music & live juggling lesson! Jill Brown-Rhone Park 🧘 6–7p: Free outdoor yoga & mindfulness, all levels. Cambridge Common Cambridge Plays Calendar: https://camb.ma/4pABGFw
🚧 REMINDER: The Red Line closure starts tomorrow. Shuttle buses will replace ALL Red Line trains between Alewife and Park Street through July 30. Affected stations are Alewife, Davis, Porter, Harvard, Central, Kendall/MIT, Charles/MGH, and Park Street. More information: camb.ma/redline
🚲 Starting tomorrow, Red Line service will be suspended for 10 days in a row! We’ve got your morning commute covered with our Community Commuter Bike Rides, weekday mornings from Alewife, passing by Davis, Porter, Harvard, Central, and Kendall Squares. 🔗 See full details at camb.ma/redline
Service for the Red Line will be suspended from Alewife-Park St, July 21-30. Shuttle buses replace trains at all Cambridge stops (Alewife, Davis, Porter, Harvard, Central, Kendall/MIT, Charles/MGH, Park St). Expect delays — plan alt routes! Details: mbta.com/RedLine
Teen Night Live is back! 🥳 Cambridge teens ages 14–19 can register for a variety of field trips, activities, & workshops — including gardening, painting, cooking, mindfulness, & more! 🧘🪴🎨 Programming is held at Cambridge Youth Centers from 6–9 p.m. Learn more & register! 👉 https://bit.ly/3RF5NyO
Will you be impacted by the train service shut down? 🚲 Enjoy free, low stress, bike rides weekday mornings from Alewife, passing Davis, Porter, Harvard, Central & Kendall Sq 🗓️ 7/21-30 ⏰ Mornings 📍 Alewife Bluebikes Station at Steel Place 🦺 Ride leaders will be in fluorescent vests 🔗 camb.ma/redline
It's Spain vs. Argentina! Watch the World Cup Final in Cambridge: 📅 Sun, July 19 | 2PM festivities, 3PM kickoff 📍 CambridgeSide/Lechmere Square 🎬 3 big screens: Canal Park, First St @ Hurley St & Cambridge St ⚽ Youth Fan Zone at Canal Park 🍻 Alcohol-to-go available https://camb.ma/44uwv03
From July 21–30, shuttle buses will replace Red Line service between Alewife and Park Street, but they aren't your only option. Plan your trip before you travel: camb.ma/redline
🚲 Learn to Ride with Confidence! FREE adult bike workshops — beginners & experienced riders welcome. Bikes & helmets provided! 🗓️ Thu, July 23 | 10AM–12PM 🗓️ Fri, July 24 | 12PM–2PM 📍 100 Cambridgeside Pl (meet at Cheesecake Factory) Register: https://camb.ma/4picmDT
🚧 Road closures this weekend, Cambridge! 🎉 Brainchild Block Party Sat 7/18, 1-10P: Norfolk St closed (Bishop Allen Dr-Mass Ave) ⚽ World Cup Final Watch Party Sun 7/19, 11A-8P: First St closed (Cambridge St-Hurley St), plus First St at Otis, Thorndike & Spring 📍 Plan ahead! https://camb.ma/3TihxYw