In-Person CLC Open Hours Mon-Fri
We have open hours in the Computer Learning Center. We are continuing full support and service online. See computer learning/support available below. As in-person service continues, all visitors are required to sign-in and wear masks.
Hours: Mondays - Fridays: 12pm to 7pm
SCHEDULE TIME FOR IN-PERSON and ONLINE CLC SUPPORT IS AVAILABLE
Online help/training/Instruction is a few clicks away
Do you need help with your computer or finding a job, work-skill, or life-skill information? Residents can schedule a time to help fix their computer software problems or teach needed skills. THIS SUPPORT IS FREE for residents and is for both INPERSON and ONLINE ONLY to support limited in-person hours.
TWO STEPS:
Select a day and time to meet online: https://calendar.app.google/C39dx5irfPnpxHLe9
Receive a link to a conference room where you can see the teacher and their screens (on your computer or phone) and they can see yours to help solve computer issues or learn a new skill you need (they will send you an email with a ‘meeting room’ link).
ALTERNATIVE ONLINE SUPPORT:
Setup a specific inquiry for the teacher to help with & they will reply by email to set up a time (requires email):
Computer Tips
In-Person programs are suspended, but online support is available as links too:
For Kids
List of education companies offering free subscriptions due to school closings: kidsactivitiesblog.com
Discount/Free Internet: you may qualify for broadband discounts, which would bring affordable (in some cases 60days free), high-speed wifi internet to your home?
1. Verizon (Lifeline): vz.to/2TYjqaI
2. Comcast (Internet Essentials): www.internetessentials.com/Apply
Video Conferencing: blog.eogn.com/2020/03/06/free-video-conferencing-coronavirus-spurs-special-deals-from-webex-google-and-others/
Connect
Apps that can connect you with friends and family:
Google Voice, WhatsApp, FaceTime, Rebtel, Skype, NobelApp, Vonage, imo, Voxofon, Viber
UPDATES
3/21 City of Cambridge Launches Instagram Account @CambridgeMass The City of Cambridge is excited to announce the launch of our official Instagram account @CambridgeMass! Follow us to stay up-to-date with the latest news, events, and happenings in our vibrant community. Get a glimpse into the rich history, culture, and daily life that make Cambridge a truly special place to live, work, and visit. From stunning architecture and public art to green spaces and local businesses, our Instagram will showcase the best of what our city has to offer. Join us on this visual journey and let us share the authentic Cambridge experience with you! Follow @CambridgeMass on Instagram today.
NEWS/UPDATES:
2/29 Resident Street Parking Permit Make sure to renew your Resident Parking Permit and/or Visitor Parking Permit by March 31! Beginning on April 1, you must use a 2024 Parking Permit to park in spaces with signs that say "Parking by Permit Only." You can renew your permit online, in-person, or by mail. Apply online by Friday, March 1, to ensure that you receive your permit in the mail by April 1. If you renew online after March 1, we cannot guarantee that you will receive your permit by April 1.
1/29 Applications for the 2024 City of Cambridge Scholarship are currently being accepted. The annual Scholarship Fund, now in its 32nd year, provides financial assistance to college-bound high school seniors and other Cambridge residents who wish to pursue post-secondary education. For the first time in the program’s history, applicants can submit their application completely online at https://www.cambridgema.gov/cityscholarship.
In 2023, the City of Cambridge awarded 84 scholarships of $3,000 each for a total of $252,000. Since the program’s inception in 1993, the city has awarded 1,353 scholarships totaling $3.4 million. With the increasing cost of higher education, these scholarships help ease the financial burden for many Cambridge individuals and families.
Listed below are the Scholarship application eligibility requirements:
Must be a resident of Cambridge (all ages may apply);
Must be attending, received admittance to, or have an application pending at an accredited education institution beyond high school level prior to the award date of May 2024;
Scholarship is paid directly to educational institution and must be used during the 2024-2025 academic year;
Prior recipients are NOT eligible as the City Scholarship Award is one-time only.
12/20 City of Cambrige & Public Health: Wishing You A Healthy Holiday Season! While this festive time of year brings fun gatherings and celebrations, the increased social interactions and travel during the holidays can also lead to higher stress levels and facilitate the easier spread of viruses within the community. In order to help support the wellbeing of all during this period, our public health department has compiled some key recommendations focused on keeping yourself and those around you protected in the coming weeks.
11/20 Municipal Election Reminders
Voting Early by Mail
The deadline to submit a Vote by Mail application for a mailed ballot for the Municipal Election is Tuesday, October 31, 2023 by 5 p.m. Only the main drop box located at 51 Inman Street will be open on Election Day. Satellite drop boxes will be closed at 8 p.m. the day before the Election. For the 2023 Municipal Elections, all drop boxes opened on Friday, October 13th and will be open 24 hours a day.
View Map of Drop Box Locations. The deadline to return a Vote by Mail ballot is Tuesday, November 7, 2023 by 8 p.m. (Election Day).
Voting Early in Person
Any registered voter can vote early. Unlike Election Day, you are not assigned
to a polling location during the early voting period. You can go to any of the
three Cambridge early voting locations during the times designated below. The Election Commission office at 51 Inman Street will NOT be an early voting location for the Municipal Election.
Valente Library – 826 Cambridge Street, Side Entrance on Berkshire Street
Cambridge Water Department – 250 Fresh Pond Parkway
Main Library – 449 Broadway
11/4 Fire Prevention Week Oct. 8-14 Highlights Cooking Safety
According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), cooking is the leading cause of home fires and home fire injuries in the United States. Unattended cooking is the leading cause of cooking fires and deaths. Cambridge Fire Department urges Cambridge residents to practice safe cooking habits:
Watch what you heat. Always keep a close eye on what you are cooking. Set a timer to remind you that you are cooking.
Turn pot handles toward back of stove. Always keep a lid nearby when cooking. If a small grease fire starts, slide lid over the pan and turn off the burner.
Have a “kid- and pet-free zone” of at least 3 feet around the stove or grill and anywhere else hot food or drink is prepared or carried.
For fire safety fun for kids, visit sparky.org.
9/13 CDC Recommends New COVID-19 Vaccine for Adults and Children On Monday night, the CDC recommended that all adults and children aged 6 months and older receive the new 2023-24 COVID-19 vaccine this fall/winter. This season’s vaccine is a new formula, designed to protect against COVID strains currently circulating. People are advised to get the new COVID vaccine regardless of their vaccine history. The Cambridge Public Health Department will be offering the new COVID vaccines at their fall vaccine clinics. Appointments will be available on the CPHD website once the new vaccines have been received. Learn More.
8/12 Looking for a Job? Join the City of Cambridge Team and Make a Positive Impact on Your Community
Cambridge is a city where people of diverse backgrounds and experiences live and work side by side. Our residents come from many cultures, include many races, and speak many languages. We are committed to the idea that City government services should be provided by representatives of all our people. We are building a workforce that reflects that commitment. Learn More
7/17 Wildfires, Air Quality, and Health Several factors driven by climate change are increasing the intensity and duration of wildfires throughout North America, including Eastern Canada. Smoke from wildfires can travel long distances, affecting air quality far from the location of the fires. Eastern New England has been spared the worst of the wildfire smoke so far in 2023, but air patterns could change with little warning.
Wildfire smoke contains several air pollutants, including particulate matter (smoke particles), and hydrocarbons. The source of these pollutants (trees) results in many types of plant-based, sticky particles. Learn More
6/9 Celebrate Fresh Pond Day June 10 Join the Cambridge Water Department for the City's annual Fresh Pond Day on Saturday, June 10, from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., at 250 Fresh Pond Parkway. This event is free and open to all. Activities include family fun and games with live wildlife, truck climb-aboards, arts and crafts, water treatment plant open house, walks around Fresh Pond, live music, and more. Learn more.
5/1 Avoid Contact with Alewife Brook Through May 23 Due to Potential Harmful Bacteria and Other Pollutants People and pets should avoid contact with Alewife Brook and parts of the Mystic River from May 21-23, 2023 due to the release of stormwater mixed with sewage into the river. The release of mixed stormwater and sewage—known as a “combined sewer overflow (CSO)”—is needed to prevent contaminated water from backing up into homes, businesses, and city streets. State regulations require local public health departments to notify the public when these discharges may create a risk to public health, including when a discharge lasts for more than 2 hours. Two CSO releases occurred in Cambridge early Sunday morning, May 21 that lasted more than 2 hours. Learn More.
4/25 Riverbend Park on Memorial Drive Reopens April 30. The Department of Conservation and Recreation announced that Riverbend Park will open on Sundays from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m., from Sunday, April 30 to Sunday, November 12. This means that the portion of Memorial Drive, between Western Avenue and Gerry's Landing Road, will close to cars so that pedestrians, cyclists and others can enjoy the riverfront roadway without cars. DCR will clearly mark changes to traffic patterns. Learn More.
3/28 Renew Your Cambridge Parking Permit at City Hall Annex by Friday, March 31
All 2022 Cambridge Resident and Visitor Parking Permits expire on Friday, March 31, 2023. If you haven't already done so, renew your parking permit by visiting the Cambridge Traffic, Parking, and Transportation Department at the City Hall Annex, 344 Broadway. If you have all the required materials, you'll receive your parking permit the same day.
Note: You must renew your Resident and/or Visitor Parking Permit in-person if you want to receive it before your 2022 permits expire. Learn More.
2/21 The Government & Public Sector Job Fair
The Office of Workforce Development is sponsoring a Government & Public Sector Job Fair on Wednesday, March 8 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at City Hall, 795 Massachusetts Ave. Come meet representatives from local employers and learn about their job openings. The job fair is open to all. Learn More
1/19 Would you like to help select poetry to be imprinted in sidewalks throughout Cambridge?
The City of Cambridge seeks people to participate in the selection process for its 2023 Sidewalk Poetry Contest. If you are interested in applying, please fill out the online form by Feb. 6
The contest will open for submissions in early February and run through early March.
12/27 Reminder: Free Rapid Antigen At-Home Test Kits Available for the Public Dec 28 & 29
People who live and/or work in Cambridge can pick up free COVID-19 rapid antigen test kits on Wednesday, Dec. 28, and Thursday, Dec. 29 at all Cambridge Public Library branches, City Hall, and the Cambridge Public Health Department while supplies last. Learn more
11/26 CityView Newsletter Mailing this Week. Check Out the Online Version in Advance on Our Digital Site. The CityView Newsletter Winter 2022-23 print edition should arrive in Cambridge residential households this week. This issue includes important annual reminders for the upcoming winter snow season, tips for dealing with rodents, notice to renew resident parking permits online beginning December 1, and more. It can be viewed in 8 different languages (as a PDF), including English, Spanish, Haitian Creole, Portuguese, Arabic, Amharic, Bangla, and Chinese. The Digital Site, Cambridgema.gov/digital, includes the same articles, as well as updated information and additional graphics, images, or videos when available.COVID-19 CASE COUNT- On weekends and holidays, COVID-19 case count and vaccination data is no longer updated in this email. However, the most up-to-date data will still be available daily at 4:00 p.m. in the City's COVID-19 Data Center. You can access it by visiting Cambridgema.gov/covid19/casecount
10/6 The City of Cambridge continues to recommend that residents wear masks when indoors, outside the home, and when around others. If you are in need of high-quality masks or rapid tests, please reach out to Mayor Siddiqui’s office at 617-349-432 or email her Director of Constituent Support at aklein@cambridgema.gov. Appointment-based testing remains available for all residents. The City's walk-in testing sites are no longer available. Learn more here about times and locations.
Update 8/29 Resources for the MBTA Green and Orange Line Closures
The MBTA will close the Green Line train between Government Center and Union Square from Monday, August 22 to Monday, September 19. The entire Orange Line will also close from Friday, August 19 at 9 p.m. to Monday, September 19. This will likely result in more traffic and longer travel times. Consider carpooling or avoiding trips by car if you can. By walking, biking, or taking transit instead, you are leaving room on the roads for first responders, shuttles and buses, and people who must drive.
Resources during MBTA closures include:
Free shuttles along closed subway routes.
Free BlueBikes passes during the closure for anyone: www.bluebikes.com/
Free commuter rail in Zones 1A, 1, and 2 if you show a Charlie Card/ticket
7/31 Free COVID-19 Treatments Are Available in Massachusetts
Vaccines and boosters are the best way to protect against COVID-19. However, even some people who are fully vaccinated may get COVID. People who test positive - whether vaccinated or not - and who are at high risk for serious illness now have access to free treatments that can help prevent severe disease.
Treatment is available for people who:
are at high risk of severe disease (due to age or medical condition);
test positive for COVID-19; and
have any symptoms, even mild ones (such as runny nose or cough).
It is best to get treatment as soon as possible after getting COVID-19 to help prevent serious illness. Some treatments are oral (pills) and others require infusions or injections (needles).
6/15 Juneteenth
City of Cambridge Celebrates Juneteenth with Citywide Events
CDC Rescinds Order Requiring Negative Pre-Departure COVID-19 Test Prior to Flight to the US
City of Cambridge Celebrates Juneteenth with Citywide Events
Juneteenth is a day to celebrate the end of slavery in the United States. This Juneteenth, the Mayor’s Office, City of Cambridge, Cambridge Public Library, Margaret Fuller House, The Arts Council, The Cambridge Families of Color Coalition, and a number of community organizations have come together to collaborate on a range of events, including a parade, Black business festival, yoga, storytime and more! This year’s theme will be centered around Black Joy and Black Excellence.
5/14 COVID-19 CASE COUNT
Effective May 7, 2022, the Cambridge Public Health Department transitioned to updating case data on the Cambridge COVID-19 Data Center from Monday - Friday as opposed to the previous 7-day update.
3/3 The City of Cambridge announced the March schedule for its 7 days per week testing program, including walk-in and appointment-based testing options. Learn more here.
Appointment-only testing, provided through a partnership with CIC Health, will be available 7 days per week to people who live or work in Cambridge. Beginning Saturday, March 5, 2022, Testing at CIC Health’s 295 Third Street location is available during the following hours:
Sunday, from 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Monday - Friday, from 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Saturday, from 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Walk-in COVID-19 PCR testing will be offered two days per week, beginning Monday, March 7, 2022. Walk-in testing sites will be open during the following hours:
Monday, from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at CambridgeSide in the Parking Garage on Level G3. This will remain walk-up only. Level G3 is accessible by the CambridgeSide’s elevator and escalators. Visitors can park in the garage and proceed to Level G3. Parking will be validated.
Wednesday, from 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at 2254 Massachusetts Ave, St. John the Evangelist Church.
Vaccine update: The COVID-19 vaccine is free and remains one of the best ways to protect yourself and those around you from getting sick from COVID-19. Please get vaccinated and get a booster shot if you haven't already. The next clinic (held at the CambridgeSide site) is Monday, March 7 from 11:00 a.. to 3:00 p.m. Please reach out to my office with any questions or if you need help making an appointment.
Face Mask Order Updated: The City of Cambridge recently announced that due to the sustained improvement to the City’s COVID-19 metrics over the past month, Cambridge will lift its mask requirement for public places effective March 13, 2022. For City buildings and programs, masks will continue to be required for all employees and visitors in municipal buildings, regardless of vaccination status, through March 27, 2022. Many people will still choose to wear masks in certain places and situations after the mask requirement ends, and the Cambridge Public Health Department has provided information on finding high-quality masks. In addition, masks continue to be required on public and private transportation and in healthcare facilities and other specified settings. If you need access to high-quality masks please reach out to the city of Cambridge.
1/10 City of Cambridge Amends Mask Order to Include Common Areas of Residential, Office, and Laboratory Buildings & Issues Temporary Restrictions on City Public Meetings & Indoor City Events Due to COVID-19. More info.
12/12 The Cambridge Public Health Department strongly recommends a COVID-19 booster shot for all individuals who are eligible. You should get the booster if you are 18 or older and were fully vaccinated with Pfizer or Moderna at least 6 months ago or Johnson & Johnson at least 2 months ago. Adolescents ages 16 and 17 can get a Pfizer booster if they are at least 6 months past their initial Pfizer vaccination series. The City is offering COVID-19 vaccine booster clinics by appointment only for eligible people aged 18 and older who live or work in Cambridge on the following dates and times:
Monday, December 13 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Thursday, December 16 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
These clinics will take place on the third floor inside the CambridgeSide mall at 100 CambridgeSide Place in East Cambridge and will offer only the Moderna booster. More COVID-19 vaccine and booster options can be found at https://vaxfinder.mass.gov/.
11/16 The Commonwealth of Massachusetts announced that everyone age 18 or older who received Pfizer or Moderna at least 6 months ago or Johnson & Johnson at least 2 months ago can now get any booster. People ages 5-17 can get the Pfizer vaccine. People age 18 or older can get any vaccine. Pfizer, Moderna, or Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 boosters are now available to anyone ages 18 and older. You’re eligible for a booster if:
Pfizer & Moderna: It’s been at least 6 months since your second dose
Johnson & Johnson: It’s been at least 2 months since your first dose
You can mix and match vaccines. You do not need to get the same vaccine brand for your booster as your original COVID-19 vaccination. Learn more.
10/28 The face mask mandate for Massachusetts K-12 public schools has been extended again. Elementary and Secondary Education Commissioner Jeffrey C. Riley announced Tuesday, days before the mandate was set to expire on Nov. 1, that the requirement will now remain in place through at least Jan. 15, 2022.
10/6 The Cambridge School Committee voted last night to implement a recommendation from Superintendent Dr. Greer to mandate vaccines in Cambridge Public Schools for age-eligible students. This recommendation comes after the vaccination rate for 16-19-year-olds in Cambridge has stagnated at 48%. Cambridge Public Schools have done everything possible since schools reopened to keep students safe while ensuring their education continues. This measure, which follows guidance from doctors, is meant to continue the work of keeping students as safe as possible.
“After 18 months of masks, distancing, and Zoom, we have by far the most effective tool at our disposal,” said Mayor Siddiqui, who chairs the School Committee. “It is clear that if we are going to get to a place where the school is as safe as possible and our students can thrive, this mandate is necessary.”
Immunization programs for kids have been one of the most important public health initiatives in the last century, and mandates for all students have played a key role in their success in the U.S. It is clear from prior immunization efforts, and from what we have seen so far with the COVID vaccine, that mandates are by far the best way to maximize vaccination rates. At universities and workplaces, mandates have been successful at getting over the vaccine hesitancy hump.
In an announcement released yesterday, Superintendent Dr. Victoria Greer wrote, “We cannot sit by and let this virus destroy the futures of our young people, who have already experienced such a negative impact on their social, academic, and emotional development.”
By November 22, 2021, all age-eligible students must be vaccinated. Failure to obtain a vaccination will not result in exclusion from school, but will prohibit age-eligible students from participating in the following CPS after school extracurricular activities:
Athletics, including club and intramural sports
Student government
After School visual and performing arts
All school clubs that meet out of the school day
School-sponsored social events
The Superintendent’s Office will follow up with additional details on the process for providing proof of vaccination, as well as requesting medical or religious exemptions. See additional details here.
Please direct any questions to Mayor’s Chief of Staff, Michael Scarlett at mscarlett@cambridgema.gov.
8/27 Mask Mandate The City of Cambridge issued an emergency order requiring that face masks or coverings be worn in indoor public places. The order takes effect at 8:00 a.m. on Friday, September 3, 2021. It applies to everyone over the age of two years old, with exceptions in alignment with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health guidelines. “With the rapid rise of the Delta variant, we are issuing this mask order for indoor public places to reduce the spread of the virus and to protect those who live, work, learn, or visit our city. As we have done throughout the pandemic, we will take a data and science-informed approach to our pandemic response.”, said City Manager Louis A. DePasquale. https://www.cambridgema.gov/covid19/News/2021/08/emergencyorderrequiringuseoffacemasksinindoorpublicplaceseffectiveseptember3
6/23 City Department Hours & Appointments - Walk-in access by the public is now available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, and in-person public appointments will continue to be offered by may departments Monday-Friday. The Cambridge Public Library began to reopen branch libraries to patrons the week of June 14. Many City services can be accessed online or over the telephone every day during regular City business hours. A complete listing of City departments and their contact information can be found on our City departments and offices webpage.
5/28 Massachusetts Schools Required to Hold In-Person Classes Next Fall The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education will require all schools and districts to hold classes in-person next fall and will issue health and safety recommendations over the summer in consultation with the Department of Public Health. Read more at wbur.fm/3yJL52w. State Will Provide Pandemic EBT Benefits Through Summer 2021 Massachusetts has received federal approval to continue providing Pandemic EBT (P-EBT) benefits to families through summer 2021. These benefits will support more than 650,000 children, bringing $280 million into the Commonwealth. Read more at bit.ly/3oXqL9o. Baker Officially Lifts COVID Restrictions Starting Tomorrow Governor Baker held a press conference today to formally declare the lifting of COVID restrictions as of tomorrow, May 29, 2021 and the termination of the State of Emergency, effective June 15, 2021. You can watch the Governor's latest updates here.
4/27 The Baker-Polito Administration announced that Massachusetts will reopen some outdoor Phase 4, Step 2 industries effective May 10th and put plans in place for further reopening on May 29th and August 1st. The Administration continues to take steps to reopen the Commonwealth's economy with public health metrics continuing to trend in a positive direction. This includes drops in average daily COVID cases and hospitalizations. Massachusetts remains first in the nation for first vaccine doses and total doses administered per capita, among states with more than 5 million people. The Administration will also relax the Face Coverings Order for some outdoor settings, effective April 30th.
As a reminder, the City of Cambridge remains in Phase III, Step 2 of the Commonwealth's Reopening Plan and the City’s Temporary Emergency Order Requiring the Wearing of Masks or Face Coverings in all Public Places, Businesses, and in Common Areas of Residential Buildings remains in effect until further notice, however, the City expects to release more information later this week. More…
4/5 Vaccine Eligibility Expands as of Monday, April 5, 2021, individuals age 55 and older and individuals with one comorbidity will be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine. Eligible conditions include: Asthma, Cancer, Chronic kidney disease, COPD, Down Syndrome, Heart conditions, Immunocompromised state, Obesity, Pregnancy, Sickle cell disease, Smoking, Type 1 diabetes, Type 2 diabetes, HIV, Hypertension. On Monday, April 19, 2021, the general public age 16 and older will be eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Learn about how you can prepare for your vaccination appointment here.
3/11 Governor Baker stated that Friday, March 12, 2021, the Administration will launch a new pre-registration system for the 7 state mass vaccine sites. Eligible residents can visit mass.gov/CovidVaccine to pre-register and receive a notification when there is an appointment available to book. The Administration plans to add more sites to the pre-registration program in April 2021. If you are unable to use a computer, call 2-1-1 for assistance in booking an appointment. Once an appointment becomes available, you will then receive a notification and have 24 hours to accept that appointment. It is important to note that even if you use the pre-registration system, it can still take several weeks for eligible individuals to receive a notification that there is an appointment available for them. You can watch the Governor's latest COVID-19 updates here.
2/17 ..eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine starting tomorrow 2/18/21: All individuals age 65 or older, Individuals of any age with two or more specific medical conditions, listed here, and Residents and staff of public and private low income and affordable senior housing. Helpful in scheduling a vaccine: ● Online: Visit vaxfinder.mass.gov/ or mass.gov/COVIDVaccine. You can also book directly at cvs.com. ● Phone: Call 2-1-1 between 8:30AM and 5:30PM Mon-Fri and select the prompt for "help scheduling a vaccine appointment." This multilingual service is for residents 75 and older who don't have Internet access or have trouble using the Internet. ● Need help? For detailed information about how to make an appointment, including updates about specific health care providers, see the Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services vaccine resources page. ● Need a ride? Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services (SCES) is offering free transportation for local adults aged 75+ to COVID-19 vaccination sites in Cambridge and Somerville as well as Fenway Park and CHA Malden. For more information, click here. To register for a ride, call SCES at 617-628-2601 or email info@eldercare.org. ● The City of Cambridge has published accessibility information for the state's mass vaccination sites. You can find it here.
1/27 Cambridge residents age 75+ are part of the first priority population in Phase II and are eligible to get the COVID-19 Vaccine as of February 1. Those 75 and older can register for their vaccine as of Wednesday, January 27 at www.mass.gov/COVIDVaccineMap, and will be able to get their vaccines at any of the “Mass Vaccination Sites.”
1/5 Information on, "When can I get the COVID-19 vaccine?" available from the Commonwealth: The State announced a vaccine distribution timeline that reflects several priorities: protecting our most vulnerable, maintaining health care system capacity, and addressing inequities in health care access and COVID-19 burden. Vaccine distribution in MA will occur in a phased approach. Based on a recommendation of the COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory group, today, the Commonwealth adjusted its original Phase 2 prioritization so that individuals age 75+ are included in Phase 2, Group 1, along with individuals of all ages with 2+ comorbidities. https://www.mass.gov/info-details/when-can-i-get-the-covid-19-vaccine#phase-1-
12/22 Today, the Baker-Polito Administration announced further restrictions to help stop the spread of COVID-19 in the Commonwealth, including new capacity and gathering limits. These measures will go into effect on Saturday, December 26 and will remain in effect until noon on January 10, 2021. Read a summary of the restrictions here. Read the emergency order here.
12/14 As of Monday, December 14, 2020, COVID-19 vaccine began arriving in Massachusetts and the first vaccine recipients, hospital health care workers, will begin getting vaccinated as quickly as possible. Learn about the approach and when you can expect to get vaccinated HERE.
12/6 Cambridge Public Schools Superintendent Kenneth N. Salim to the CPS Community: Because COVID-19 cases in Cambridge have increased, and we have surpassed the thresholds we have set in partnership with our scientific advisors, CPS will make a temporary shift to remote learning for all students beginning on Thursday, December 10. Our shift to all remote learning will continue for at least 1 week at least through December 16. In-person learning will resume when two or more metrics remain below threshold for 7 consecutive days. Reopening decisions based on the metrics will be made in consultation with the Cambridge Public Health Department. More.
12/1: From December 1, 2020 through January 8, 2021, City of Cambridge departments will be conducting in-person appointments on Tuesdays and Thursdays only. Many City services can be accessed online or over the telephone. A complete listing of City departments, contact information, and appointment information can be found on our City departments and offices webpage.
11/18 Massachusetts broke single-day record for most COVID cases last week; reports 3,175 cases on Nov. 9. The previous one-day high was 2,990 on April 17, according to data of cases by date released by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. Cambridge flu clinics are now open. People who live and work in Cambridge can get a flu shot at no charge at one of the flu clinics run by the Cambridge Public Health. Flu shot appointments are required this year. To schedule an appointment online, go to https://cphd-flu-2020.as.me. The City's Flu Clinic Call Center at 617-349-9788 will open next week for those who wish to make appointments by phone.
11/4 New statewide executive orders to slow the spread of COVID-19 take effect this Friday, Nov. 6. Visit https://www.cambridgema.gov/covid19.
10/13 CPS’s First Day Back In-Person today (big step): www.cpsd.us/district_news/cps_first_day_back_in_person
10/1 City of Cambridge has issued amendments to its emergency order requiring masks or face coverings. In effect Oct. 2, Anyone age two or older must wear a mask or face covering at all times when on or in public places - https://camb.ma/308LT1r #CambMA #MaskupMA
9/28 City of Cambridge has launched Fall on the Fields, a series of free, outdoor experiences for Cambridge JK-8th graders. Program runs from 3-6 p.m. on weekdays, at Danehy Park, Rindge, Hoyt, Donnelly, and Sennott Fields until October 30 - https://bit.ly/3i8OBdq
8/15 The CLC is planning a soft in-person re-open depending on availability of safety in facility in the coming months (with reduced visitors and hours). Keep eye out for flyers and posters announcing details.
7/14: Google Career Certificates: Learn job-ready skills to start or advance your career in high-demand fields. These certificates developed by Google connect you to top national employers who are hiring for related roles.
7/1: See Cambridge COVID-19 Updates and City of Cambridge Equity and Inclusion Dashboard
6/19 Cambridge Covid case count report: www.cambridgema.gov/covid19/casecount
5/6: Gov. Charlie Baker ordering all citizens to wear masks or facial coverings in public if they can't socially distance: www.mass.gov/news/baker-polito-administration-orders-use-of-mask-or-face-covering-in-public-announces-increased.
4/30: Travel Suspensions & Restrictions and USCIS Operations: www.chincurtis.com/news-events/covid-19-update-news-and-advice-for-employers-2/
4/29: Baker-Polito Administration Extends Non-Essential Business Closures to May 18th- www.mass.gov/news/baker-polito-administration-extends-non-essential-business-closures-to-may-18th-announces
4/29: Cambridge to give residents free face coverings- www.universalhub.com/2020/cambridge-put-its-masks-where-its-mouth-will-give
4/21: Gov. Baker announced the closure of K-12 schools and non-emergency childcare programs through the end of the school year: www.mass.gov/news/baker-polito-administration-announces-extension-of-school-and-non-emergency-child-care-0
4/13: The CPS Health, Phys Ed & Wellness Dept has an Instagram account! www.instagram.com/cpsdwellness/ You'll find daily physical activity challenges, at-home workout ideas, recipe inspiration, and live fitness classes with your favorite CPS wellness teachers.
4/6: MA residents concerned about COVID-19 can check their symptoms with a new, free, 24/7 online tool at http://Buoy.com/mass to learn more.
4/1: Gov. Charlie Baker has extended his executive order beyond April 7 to keep most businesses physically closed through at least May 4: www.mass.gov/news/baker-polito-administration-extends-non-essential-business-closures-and-executive-branch.
3/29: Cambridge Public Health Dept.’s public health team has come up with guidance for large residential and multifamily residential buildings (how to reduce risk of #COVID19 transmission in buildings): http://bit.ly/large-residences-COVID19…
3/27: Have you or someone you know lost their job due to COVID-19? Sign up for a virtual town hall on unemployment benefits mass.gov/covid-dw2z AND Libraries are closed until further notice, but there are many digital resources available to #CambMA residents with a @cambridgepl card, including eBooks, audiobooks, magazines, newspapers, music, and movies. Learn more - https://camb.ma/2UBGOep
3/24: Free videos of various fitness & health activities, including tai chi, yoga, & specific activities for youth, adults & older adults; stay active while at home: ymca360.org/on-demand#/
Governor Baker orders all Mass. schools and non-emergency programs to remain closed through the end of April. They will not be able to reopen any sooner than Monday, May 4. www.cpsd.us/coronavirus.
3/23: In an effort to help with #SocialDistancing, @MassRMV has extended inspection sticker expiration dates for passenger vehicles & motorcycles. e.g. All non-commercial inspection stickers that expire on 3/31 must be inspected by 5/31. Visit: http://mass.gov/rmv #CambMA
3/22: How to be vigilant about immigration statuses: www.chincurtis.com/coronavirus-immigration-updates/