Cambridge Local First

08/04/2026

"White Wine Day is aptly placed on August 4th, reminding us to drink deeply from the waning days of summer, wear our pastel outfits a few more times, and revel in the humid air beading on the curve of a chilled glass..."

Where is your favorite City of Cambridge spot to raise a chilled glass? Let us know! We may be celebrating this holiday all month...



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and grab a bottle Pemberton Farms Marketplace Momma’s Grocery + Wine Formaggio Kitchen Cambridge to join in!

07/10/2026

Applications are now open for our Procurement Grants program — the last of our City of Cambridge ARPA-funded initiatives here at CLF.

This program was built for you to grow your vendor opportunities, customer acquisition strategy, and networking opportunities. It provides grants covering membership to trade or business organizations that directly support your work — groups like BECMA, MALGBTQCC, MRU, AMIBA, and others.
We've said it before, but it bears repeating: there has never been a more important moment for small businesses to join organizations that support, advocate, and unify. This grant is one small way we can help you do that.
Here's how to get started:
→ Complete the brief application. (Link in bio.)
→ Join our Virtual Procurement Grant Webinar on Tuesday, July 14th at 5:00 PM to learn more. (Link in bio.)
Let's keep building a Cambridge where small businesses aren't just surviving, but organizing, connecting, and growing stronger together.

06/12/2026

This crazy cool otter who lives on the side of the USQ building in Union Square is reminding you to register for The 617 Day Small Business Summit on Wednesday, June 17th. She also points out that it is free to attend if you sign up at 617day.org and that a morning of learning, connecting, eating delicious breakfast, and supporting local small businesses is exactly what you need right now. Link in comments.

06/08/2026

Join us at the 2026 617 Day Small Business Summit! Admission is free but space is limited, so register today! Link in comments.

It was a bright summer day when business owners, local leaders and community members filed into Harvard Square’s dimly lit and aesthetically retro Comedy Studio. As people mingled, sipping coffee and feasting on a full service breakfast, they eagerly awaited a day of learning and networking. What ...

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day!

In honor of Earth Day, Cambridge Local First visited three local businesses committed to serving sustainable foods and employing eco-friendly practices both at the table and behind the counter: Urban Hearth | urbanhearth.net | 2263 Massachusetts Ave. | 617-682-7295 | Reservations recommended. For Ch...

04/22/2026

Love you, Pari!