Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School Annual STEAMS Exposition

The Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School Annual STEAMS (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics and Social Studies) Exposition will be held on Tuesday, June 10th. The STEAMS Expo is more than a traditional science fair. Banneker’s hallways and classrooms will feature each grade level’s capstone projects, all related to the theme of “Discovering the Wonders of Water”.  

Visitors will dive into ecosystems such as kelp forests, glaciers, coral reefs, and wetlands.  They will investigate the dangers of water pollution, experiment with water filtration, understand water’s critical role to life on Earth, and much, much more!

Guests are free to move from exhibit to exhibit, talk to the students, and immerse themselves in the presentations, many of which are interactive. Presentations will be ongoing throughout the day and evening, from 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. and 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. Your presence is welcome at any time that is convenient for your schedule! 

The Banneker is a charter public school serving students in grades K1-6 from throughout the City of Cambridge and beyond. The Banneker is committed to providing students a rich and supportive learning experience that enables them to excel as learners and citizens, and the school has been recognized as a Blue Ribbon School by the US Department of Education.

Your presence would mean a great deal to Banneker’s students, families, and educators!

Please contact Lindsay Mark at lmark@banneker.org to RSVP and for more information. 

Used Book Sale (Cambridge Public Library)

Hi Friends,

Save the date! We’re excited to announce the return of our Used Book Sale benefiting the Cambridge Public Library. Join us on June 7–8, 11 AM–5 PM at 20 Holyoke St, Cambridge! All proceeds benefit the Cambridge Public Library. Books start at only $1!Used Book Sale

At this time, we are looking to collect your used books and volunteers for the collections & sale.

Donate your used books!

When & where can you donate your used books?

May 17–18, from 1–5 PM and May 31-June 1 from 11AM-2PM at 20 Holyoke St, Cambridge.

What kinds of books are we accepting?

✅ We’re currently accepting:

  • Children’s books
  • Young Adult books
  • Adult fiction (paperback and hardcover)
  • Select nonfiction titles in gently used condition or better

❌ We do not accept:

  • Reference books, encyclopedias, dictionaries, or thesauruses
  • Periodicals, magazines, or almanacs
  • Damaged or heavily worn books

Volunteer with us!

We’re currently looking for volunteers to support us in two key ways:

📦 Book Collection Days

Help us collect and sort gently used books during our donation days: May 17–18, from 1–5 PM and May 31–June 1 from 11AM-2PM at 20 Holyoke St, Cambridge.

  • Collect books from donations
  • Sort Books by genre/category and author
  • Organize and prep space

📚 Book Sale Support

Join us during the sale itself (June 7–8) to help with:

  • Greeting shoppers
  • Running the sales tables
  • Sale set up and cleanup

Please fill out this form if you are interested in volunteering. We are looking for volunteers of all ages to sort and organize books, greet shoppers, and process book sales. We will be in contact to confirm volunteer assignments. Thank you!

Have questions or suggestions? You can always reach us at booksale@cambridgepubliclibraryfriends.org.

Thanks for being a part of our library-loving community!

Warmly,

The Friends of the Cambridge Public Library

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Register today for the Massachusetts Partnership for Diversity in Education’s Diversity Career Fair: Saturday March 1, 2025
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM EST
Brookline High School
115 Greenough Street, Brookline MA

MPDE is committed to recruiting and assisting in producing career opportunities for educators and administrators from diverse backgrounds, and forming collaborative relationships that will enhance staff diversity within our school districts.  We recognize that local public school districts are in crisis mode working to fill positions that are vital to keeping our schools up and running.  With over 55+ districts represented at this event, we are hoping to address this need and fill as many of these necessary positions as possible!

There is no fee to attend this event.

For more information, please visit our website https://www.wearempde.org/

MPDE’s Annual Educator Diversity Career Fair

Register today for the Massachusetts Partnership for Diversity in Education’s Diversity Career Fair:

Saturday March 1, 2025
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM EST Brookline High School
115 Greenough Street, Brookline MA

MPDE is committed to recruiting and assisting in producing career opportunities for educators and administrators from diverse backgrounds, and forming collaborative relationships that will enhance staff diversity within school districts. They recognize that local public school districts are in crisis mode working to fill positions that are vital to keeping schools up and running. With over 55+ districts represented at this event, they are hoping to address this need and fill as many of these necessary positions as possible!

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In addition to the career fair, they are also offering a Career Fair Candidate Prep session on 2/25/25 at 3-4PM. Please see the flyer below for more information and registration details.

There is no fee to attend both events.

For more information, please visit our website https://www.wearempde.org/

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Register today for the Massachusetts Partnership for Diversity in Education’s Diversity Career Fair:Saturday March 1, 2025
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM EST
Brookline High School
115 Greenough Street, Brookline MA

MPDE is committed to recruiting and assisting in producing career opportunities for educators and administrators from diverse backgrounds, and forming collaborative relationships that will enhance staff diversity within our school districts.  We recognize that local public school districts are in crisis mode working to fill positions that are vital to keeping our schools up and running.  With over 55+ districts represented at this event, we are hoping to address this need and fill as many of these necessary positions as possible!

There is no fee to attend this event.

For more information, please visit our website https://www.wearempde.org/
We are looking forward to having a successful fair.

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Register now for the Massachusetts Partnership for Diversity in Education’s Diversity Career Fair: Saturday March 1, 2025
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM EST
Brookline High School
115 Greenough Street, Brookline MA