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Harvard Sq Plaza work hits Mass Ave bike lane
July 6, 2026
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Harvard Square Plaza Construction Enters New Phase Today
Beginning Monday, July 6, Newport Construction starts a new phase of Harvard Square Plaza work extending into the Mass. Ave. bike lane near the Kiosk, with the lane closure expected to last about two months. Initial work includes excavation, curb reset, electrical pole base installation, conduit work, and concrete foundations. 'Share the Road' signage and temporary pedestrian detours will be in place, and access to the Kiosk will be maintained; general work hours are 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.
City of Cambridge
CRLS Summer Learning Programs Begin Today
Cambridge Public Schools' EL Summer Program for English learners runs July 6-31, alongside the four-week hybrid CRLS Freshman Academy orientation for incoming ninth graders.
Cambridge Public Schools
Mayor to Celebrate Nature Art Challenge Winners Tomorrow
Mayor Sumbul Siddiqui joins the O'Neill Branch Library on July 7 from 5-6 p.m. to celebrate winners of the 2026 Cambridge City Nature Art Challenge, with food and activities for all ages.
Cambridge Public Library
Foraging Expert Leads Edible Wild Plants Walk at Fresh Pond July 9
Forager Russ Cohen leads a 2.5-hour walk on July 9 highlighting over two dozen edible wild plant species at Fresh Pond; picking plants remains prohibited on the reservation.
Cambridge Public Library
Mid Cambridge Commission Reviews Dana and Roberts Street Projects Tonight
The Mid Cambridge Neighborhood Conservation District Commission holds a hybrid hearing tonight on porch work at 69 Dana Street and a continued case for demolition and new construction at 13 Roberts Road.
City of Cambridge
'Fun Under the Sun' Youth Summer Program Launches Today
Cambridge Summer Food Program and Cambridge Recreation kick off free youth sports and lunch today with an 'Old School' Field Day at Sennott Park for kids 18 and under.
City of Cambridge
Free Speech Author Christopher Finan Speaks Tonight at Harvard Book Store
Author Christopher M. Finan discusses his new book on freedom of speech with Harvard Law Professor Randall Kennedy tonight at 7 p.m. at Harvard Book Store.
Harvard Book Store
City Council to Hold Hearing on Formula Business Zoning Tomorrow
The Ordinance Committee holds a hybrid hearing July 7 at 3 p.m. on proposed zoning changes for formula businesses on North Massachusetts Avenue and Cambridge Street.
City of Cambridge
Weekly Beginner Belly Dance Classes Begin Today in Harvard Square
Instructor Seyyide Sultan starts a weekly beginner belly dance class series today at José Mateo Ballet Theatre in Harvard Square.
Eventbrite
'Screen on the Green' Movie Nights Kick Off Wednesday With 'Zootopia 2'
Cambridge Recreation launches its free 2026 family movie series July 8 at 7:15 p.m. at Hoyt Field with a showing of 'Zootopia 2' and free snacks.
City of Cambridge
Youth Street Hockey League Begins Tomorrow
The co-ed Cambridge Street Hockey League for ages 8-12 starts outdoor skills training and games July 7 from 5:30-8 p.m. at John A. Ahern Field.
City of Cambridge
Linear Park Work Continues at Cameron Avenue This Week
Crews return this week to continue brick pillar work at the Cameron Avenue plaza as part of the multi-phase Linear Park redesign in North Cambridge.
City of Cambridge
Sewing 101 Workshop Offered at Main Library Today
The Main Library hosts a 90-minute Sewing 101 class today at 3 p.m., covering machine basics and stitch tension while making a drawstring bag.
City of Cambridge
River Street Reconstruction Work Continues This Week
Crews this week are doing sidewalk work on River Street, curb work at Western Avenue and Green Street, and installing ribbon lights and benches at Carl Barron Plaza.
City of Cambridge
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