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Night work variance sought on Sciarappa St.
August 13, 2026
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Sciarappa Street night work variance up for approval
The Cambridge License Commission meets today, August 13, to consider Newport Construction's request for a noise variance covering overnight pipe installation and a water-main tie-in on Sciarappa Street. The Board of License Commissioners' agenda begins at 10 a.m. by remote participation via Zoom. Residents may testify at the hearing or email comments to license@cambridgema.gov.
Cambridge License Commission
Guinea Pig One Mile Race draws 175 free-spirited runners
The third annual Guinea Pig One Mile, held Saturday, August 8 at Danehy Park, drew 175 runners as a free alternative to pricier local road races.
Cambridge Day
Groundwork Somerville hosts ice cream workshop fundraiser
Groundwork Somerville and Gerly's Ice Cream host a hands-on fundraising workshop at The Foundry in East Cambridge on August 19.
Zeffy
MIT opens historic Metropolitan Storage Warehouse as planning hub
MIT opened the renovated Metropolitan Storage Warehouse on August 12, completing an adaptive reuse project that creates a new home for the School of Architecture and Planning.
MIT News
Youth-led exhibit on Julia Child's legacy opens at The Foundry
The Cambridge Museum of History & Culture opened a youth-led exhibit on Julia Child's legacy at The Foundry on August 12.
Eventbrite
Mix & Mingle outdoor music series kicks off at Porter Square
The Mix Porter Square launches its monthly outdoor music series today, August 13, from 5-7 PM, featuring acoustic guitarist Olivia.
The Mix Porter Square
Urban Park Roof Garden hosts rooftop beer garden in Kendall Sq.
The Urban Park Roof Garden in Kendall Square hosts its monthly outdoor beer garden tonight, August 13, with local craft beverages and rooftop views.
Eventbrite
MassDOT begins utility structure phase for Alewife Brook Bridge
MassDOT is starting active construction on the Alewife Brook Parkway Bridge replacement, beginning with a temporary utility structure that will require periodic single-lane closures.
Mass.gov
Tap 151 seeks live music, DJ and dancing approval
Tap 151 Bar and Grill at 151 North First Street is asking the License Commission today, August 13, to approve live unamplified music, DJ performances and patron dancing.
Cambridge License Commission
Youth street hockey league wraps up at Ahern Field
The Cambridge Youth Street Hockey League holds its final scheduled evening today, August 13, at John A. Ahern Field, with skills and drills followed by games.
City of Cambridge
The Hive hosts Filmmaking 101 Sony camera workshop
The Hive makerspace at the Cambridge Main Library hosts a workshop tonight, August 13, teaching residents to shoot with a Sony FX6 camera and practice film lighting techniques.
cambridgepl.libcal.com
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