News and Updates

Drop in for fun while school is out! Explore exciting activity stations at each location during special Stay and Play days throughout the winter break. With scavenger hunts, creative crafts, building fun, games, and more you can discover something new each visit.

All Cambridge Public Library locations will be closed December 24, 25, and 26 for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and Boxing Day. They will close at 4:30 pm on December 31 for New Year's Eve and remain closed on January 1 for New Year's Day.

Visit Cambridge Public Library for a delightful December, full of crafting, music, and cheer!Crafts and Stories for Holiday SpiritGet in the holiday spirit with programs and events at the library:

Calling all Gingerbread Engineers! December 12 is National Gingerbread House Day and we have a great way to celebrate – a Family Gingerbread House Contest.

Olivia Mae Sinclair's exceptional artwork, It Takes Two, has been proudly added to the permanent art collection of Cambridge Art Galleries. A jury chose the piece as the newest acquisition from the Queen’s Square exhibition, Next in Fibre: 20th Anniversary of Fibreworks.

Cambridge Public Library is thrilled to share that construction of our sixth location has officially started! Our new location will be co-located at the new Cambridge Recreation and Library Complex in Southeast Galt. To mark this milestone, a groundbreaking ceremony was held on October 24, 2024.

New technologies, or ones new to you, can be intimidating. Sometimes you are starting with something new or you want to expand your knowledge of computers and other technologies. Your library is here to help with a wide range of services to assist in your search for tech-savvy.

During your next visit to one of Cambridge Public Library’s locations, you will notice new self-check stations. While they look a little different with a sleek black design and a built-in RFID scanner, they offer the same ease of use and convenience in an updated package.Self-Check FunctionsWith the self-checks, you can:

It's always a great time to visit Cambridge Public Library. With five locations throughout Cambridge, each location opens doors to unique experiences and inspiring collections. These spaces are filled with art, books, games, technology, musical instruments, greenspaces, and more – truly something for every interest or inspiring your goals.

Book Club in a Bag kits offer our members an opportunity to participate in meaningful conversations, driven by inspiring stories and ideas. Dozens of titles are available through these kits, all selected because they are powerfully written and spark conversations. Each kit includes eight copies of a book and supporting materials to assist in leading thought-provoking conversations.