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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.

Winter Break Stay and Play

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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.

Winter Stay and Play Dates

  • Saturday, December 21: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
  • Sunday, December 22: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
  • Monday, December 23: 10:00 am – 7:00 pm*
  • Friday, December 27: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
  • Saturday, December 28: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
  • Sunday, December 29: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
  • Monday, December 30: 10:00 am – 7:00 pm*
  • Tuesday, December 31: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
  • Thursday, January 2: 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
  • Friday, January 3: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
  • Saturday, January 4: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
  • Sunday, January 5: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

* Note: Old Post Office program ends at 4:00 pm on Mondays.

More Fun to Borrow

When you’re done exploring the activity stations, take the fun home by checking out items from the Unusual Things to Borrow collection.  The collection includes gaming equipment, hobbies and crafting kits, tech devices, musical instruments, and games and puzzles. Your membership card lets you borrow lots books and more for a busy winter break.

I am Okay to Feel

Families are invited to finish the winter break at Queen’s Square on Saturday, January 4 with a unique live musical experience. Offered in partnership with Arts Integration, I am Okay to Feel empowers young listeners to explore feelings with confidence and reminds them that all emotions are valid.

If the holiday season or winter break is overwhelming, the Multi-Sensory Room at Clemens Mill can help with sensory processing needs by providing a tranquil space that both calms and stimulates the senses. The Multi-Sensory Room is available at no cost for 60-minute bookings.

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