Free weekly English conversation sessions led by Cambridge Public Library volunteers at the Hespeler, Clemens Mill and Preston branches and online, for adults who want to practise English, meet people and share their culture.
When and where
Saturday morning circle, Preston
Every Saturday at 10:00 AM, fall 2026 series (to late November)
Register for the session you want first (seats are limited; the Zoom group registers to attend online). Friendly, experienced library volunteers lead casual conversation, group activities and one-on-one or one-on-two practice. It is for adults who want to practise English, meet new friends, learn about the community and share their culture.
Brewery trivia night on Tuesdays at 7 pm at Four Fathers Brewing in Hespeler Village, with a different theme most weeks, teams of up to six players and free entry.
Free to play in teams of up to six, with a theme most weeks (emoji, name that tune, Halloween). You can reserve a table through the brewery's Eventbrite listing, on NowBookIt or by calling (519) 658-4434. Food and craft beer are served, and the winning team gets a round of Four Fathers pints.
Weekly chess meetup for adults on Tuesday evenings from 6 to 8 pm at the Queen's Square branch of Cambridge Public Library. Boards and pieces are provided, or bring your own set, and it is free.
When and where
Tuesday evening chess
Every Tuesday at 6:00 PM, through December 8, 2026
Free chess for adults and older adults in the Audiobook Area at Queen's Square on Tuesday evenings. Boards and pieces are provided, but you are welcome to bring your own set. The event pages show no sign-up, unlike the library's registered programs.
Weekly Chinese mahjong meetup on Tuesday mornings at the Queen's Square branch of Cambridge Public Library, where beginners and seasoned players play alongside volunteers. Free, with registration required.
When and where
Tuesday morning Chinese mahjong
Every Tuesday at 9:45 AM, through December 8, 2026
Register online first; sessions fill up (Oct 20 had 2 seats left). It is a casual meetup where beginners and seasoned players play Chinese Mahjong alongside facilitator Min Cao and library volunteers. Complete novices are encouraged to attend the library's Second Saturday: Intro to Mahjong session to learn the basics.
This page lists 4 social clubs in Cambridge that meet on a repeating schedule. Each listing links to the group's own page for joining details.
Are Cambridge social clubs free to join?
Costs and joining rules vary. Check each group's own page for fees, registration and membership requirements before you go.
Which parts of Cambridge do these social clubs meet in?
The listings on this page name Hespeler and Galt. The rest rotate venues or do not publish a fixed location, so check the group's own page before you go.
Do I need the Culdesac app to join Cambridge social clubs?
No. This page is free to browse and every group links out to wherever it already organises. The app matters once a group runs its own chat and calendar on Culdesac.