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Free Public Swim Days Continue Today Amid Heat Advisory

Because of the regional heat advisory, Family Swim and Adult Lap Swim are free to Cambridge residents today, Aug. 7, after also being free on Thursday, Aug. 6. The sessions are held at the War Memorial Recreation Center, which has three ADA-compliant pools staffed by Red Cross-certified lifeguards. Residents should note the center will be closed Saturday, Aug. 15 through Monday, Aug. 31, reopening Sept. 1.

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Cambridge Council Approves 911 Grant Funds, Hears Federal Update

At the Aug. 3 City Council meeting, City Manager Yi-An Huang gave a federal update on relevant court cases, and the council approved $94,531 and $24,336 in 911 department grant appropriations.

Cambridge Civic Journal

Free Outdoor Screening of 'Chicken Run' Tonight at Kendall/MIT Open Space

The Brattle's "Animated Animals" series presents a free outdoor screening of "Chicken Run" tonight, Aug. 7, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Kendall/MIT Open Space, 292 Main St. Bring a blanket or lawn chair.

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Free Samba & Latin Dance Party Tonight in East Cambridge

The Multicultural Arts Center hosts a free outdoor Samba & Latin Dance Party tonight, Aug. 7, from 6-9 p.m. at Centanni Park, featuring Receita de Samba & Friends.

Multicultural Arts Center

One Bite Restaurant in Inman Square Closes Permanently

One Bite at 1124 Cambridge St. in Inman Square closed permanently on July 30, after just under two years in operation.

Cambridge Patch

Rogers and Ganguly Discuss Priorities in State Representative Race

Incumbent David Rogers and challenger Nomita Ganguly outlined differing views on higher education, healthcare, and state transparency ahead of the 24th Middlesex District primary.

Cambridge Day

Linear Park Reconstruction Advances in North Cambridge

Drain installation and soil work near Cedar Street continue the week of Aug. 3, with plaza improvements on Mass Ave set to begin the week of Aug. 10.

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Raymond Park Renovation Brings New Play Features Near Porter Square

Installation of new playground climbing features at Raymond Park is underway the week of Aug. 3, with concrete work starting the week of Aug. 10.

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Singer-Songwriter Sean O'Reilly Plays The Lilypad Tonight

Connecticut indie folk-pop artist Sean O'Reilly brings his acoustic set to Inman Square tonight, Aug. 7 at 7:30 p.m.

The Lilypad

Fall War Memorial Recreation Registration Opens Aug. 10

Online registration for Fall 2026 War Memorial Recreation Center programs opens Monday, Aug. 10, offering classes for all ages.

City of Cambridge, MA

Free 'Be Free by the Bridge' Dance Party Returns to Magazine Beach Saturday

The Be Free Collective hosts a free, all-ages outdoor soulful house dance party at Magazine Beach on Saturday, Aug. 8, from 1-8 p.m., featuring deep, jazzy, and afro house grooves.

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Summer Youth Basketball Championships Set for Week of Aug. 10

The Cambridge Recreation Department announced its Summer Basketball Leagues' championship games will run the week of Aug. 10, capping a season with over 400 local youth.

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