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Sign of the Dove reopens Sept. 1 in Porter Sq.
August 26, 2026
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Sign of the Dove Arts Collective to Reopen in Porter Square
The Sign of the Dove artisans' cooperative reopens Sept. 1 at Lesley University's University Hall, next to Porter Square Books, after losing its lease at the Porter Square Shopping Center on April 30 following 23 years there. Member Susan Tornheim said the new space is 50 percent larger, making room for 15 new artists alongside the 19 represented at the old location. Members create ceramics, jewelry, stained glass, textiles, prints and wood pieces, and work cashier shifts themselves; the store expects to have work on display for the citywide open studios event Sept. 19-20.
Cambridge | Somerville Independent
Cambridge Police Detail Fatal Temple Street Shooting Investigation
Cambridge Police Commissioner Pauline Wells and the Middlesex DA's office confirmed an active investigation into the fatal shooting, saying officers tried to physically disarm a man who allegedly pointed a firearm at them before shots were fired.
City of Cambridge
Mayor, City Manager Address Fatal Officer-Involved Shooting
Mayor Sumbul Siddiqui and City Manager Yi-An Huang released a statement on the fatal officer-involved shooting of a man in his 60s on Temple Street, offering condolences and support for the independent DA investigation.
City of Cambridge
WANDERVILLE Walking Music Festival Hits Camberville Saturday
On Saturday, Aug. 29, the WANDERVILLE craft beer and music festival sends attendees walking between Somerville and Cambridge breweries, including Lamplighter, with local musicians performing throughout the day.
Lamplighter Brewing Co.
Eugène Ionesco's 'Rhinoceros' Staged Live at Loeb Drama Center
The American Repertory Theater performs Ionesco's absurdist play Rhinoceros at the Loeb Drama Center today, Wednesday, Aug. 26, at 2 and 7:30 p.m.
American Repertory Theater
Barbershop Melodies Return to Brattle Square with 'Cambridge Sings'
Performers present live, historic barbershop melodies at Brattle Square Plaza (31 Brattle St.) today, Wednesday, Aug. 26, from 6 to 7 p.m., with a chance for community members to listen and learn to sing.
City of Cambridge
'Healing in the Commons' Offers Free Trauma-Informed Yoga
Majestic Community Wellness hosts a free trauma-informed outdoor yoga and mindfulness session at Cambridge Common Park today, Wednesday, Aug. 26, from 6 to 7 p.m.
City of Cambridge
Sixth Neighborhood Pop-Up Recycling Event Scheduled at Haskell St
The Cambridge Department of Public Works hosts a neighborhood pop-up recycling drop-off event today, Wednesday, Aug. 26, from 4 to 7:30 p.m. at 80 Haskell Street.
City of Cambridge
Board of Assessors Schedules Public Meeting at Central Square
The City of Cambridge Board of Assessors meets today, Wednesday, Aug. 26, from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Central Square Branch.
City of Cambridge
Canadian Guitarist Ariel Posen to Perform Live at Sonia
Songwriter and slide guitarist Ariel Posen plays Sonia in Cambridge tonight, Wednesday, Aug. 26, starting at 7 p.m.
Sonia
Kotoko Brass Kicks Off Platform Free Summer Series in Kendall Square
West African dance band Kotoko Brass performs a free outdoor concert at Henri A. Termeer Square today, Wednesday, Aug. 26, at 6 p.m.
Global Arts Live
Young Readers Invited to 'Read to a Dog' Program at O'Connell Branch
The Cambridge Public Library hosts a 'Read to a Dog' session with Bowie the Therapy Dog today, Wednesday, Aug. 26, from 4 to 5 p.m. at the O'Connell Branch.
City of Cambridge
Wednesdays of Wonder Offers Crafts and STEAM Activities at Valente Library
Children of all ages can join games, crafts, and STEAM activities today, Wednesday, Aug. 26, from 2:30 to 4 p.m. in the Valente Branch Reading Garden.
City of Cambridge
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