EVENTS
Horoscope Readings with Susan DeLeo
Get your horoscope read by Susan DeLeo!
All Things Galactic and Earthly
Astrology is the Ancient practice of reading the map of the Cosmos at the time of your birth to help Reveal and Navigate your:
• Mission and Purpose
• Strengths, Gifts and Challenges
• Career and Relationships
• Transits: How current outer Planets are affecting your Life
20 minute Reading - $30
30 minute Reading - $40
Be sure to grab a drink from Cafe Zing!
Banners Project!
Come join the Banners Project from 5-7! Just show up and help sew a part of a banner with fellow community members. No expertise required!
Cambridge Wildlife Arts launched the Banners Project in April 2025. They’re bring sewing circles to libraries, parks, and neighborhoods, where anyone, even beginners, can cut, embroider, or sew to contribute to this collaborative art project.
At this one, we’ll be collaboratively sewing a banner for the No Kings protest on 3/28!
ps: grab a drink or treat from Zing to give you the focus and energy you need to get crafty ;)
Book Swap!
Love books? Want to meet new people? Come to the book swap!
Bring a book you’ve read or board game you’ve played to the swap and leave it with a stranger. Leave with your new favorite title!
Cost: grab a drink or treat from Cafe Zing!
LIVE MUSIC: The Heather Mumford Project
The Heather Mumford Project is the latest collaboration by a group of seasoned musicians, led by Heather on vocals, uke, and fiddle. Their music is a beautiful Americana harmony of Country, Bluegrass, Folk, and Blues, including some original material. Come for the pickin’ & grinnin’ — and playing the blues so sad, you’ll cry.
You can find them on Soundcloud or Instagram!
Band Members:
Gary Kemp – Resonator Guitar, Vocals
Harris Kendrick – Guitar, Vocals
Sam Kendall – Mandolin, Vocals
Heather Mumford – Vocals, Ukulele, Fiddle
Reid Plouffe - Bass
MUSIC: Possibilities
Possibilities is a project that explores hard-swinging improvised music using themes and ideas from the great composers of the Jazz tradition as a launching pad into the unknown.
Brian Price: Sax
Nick Isherwood: Bass
Colby Sherwin: Drums
Cost: Grab a drink or treat from Cafe Zing!
LIVE MUSIC: Patten Street Duo
Join us for Patten Street Duo!
Teresa and Guilherme met four years ago and have been making music ever since. Their love of evocative rhythms and melodies inspires a rich and sincere sound.
Guilherme Foracchi, originally, from Brazil, came to Boston to study Jazz at Berklee. Some of his influences include Joe Pass and Wes Montgomery. He also has strong roots in Brazilian Jazz and Samba.
Teresa Foracchi grew up in a musical family in the Midwest. She began singing The Blues as a child. Her first vocal influence was Odetta. As a young adult, she fell in love with Billie Holiday and renewed her passion for Jazz. This combination of influences merges to create these soulful renditions of classic songs.
MUSIC: Rob Laurens
Rob Laurens, with Sean Staples on mandolin
Winner of the prestigious Kerrville New Folk Award for Songwriting, Rob writes songs that harken to Appalachian ballads, country blues, and spirituals, as well as contemporary Americana, resulting in what has been described by Folk Radio WUMB 91.9 FM as “the rare ability to write songs that seem like they’ve always been there.” Samples from his Boston Music Award-nominated debut album, “The Honey On the Mountain,” as well as his latest release, “Jubilee,” can be heard on his website.
Cost: grab a drink or treat from cafe Zing! :)
MUSIC: Armand Aguilera
Armand Aguilera is a jazz guitarist from Barcelona, currently studying at Berklee College of Music. Armand combines improvisation and story telling with new sounds, engaging jazz and flamenco roots.
Cost: get yourself a little something from Cafe Zing! :p
BYO CRAFT NIGHT
our monthly bring your own craft night at cafe zing!
Come draw, sew, knit, sculpt, collage, or even do some metalwork with friends!
PS cafe zing! has a 1 drink (or treat) minimum :)
Pottery With a Purpose: Pottery Workshop
Hosted by Pottery with a Purpose
Love coffee? Love getting creative? This beginner-friendly pottery workshop blends both. Dive into hand-building pottery your own one-of-a-kind ceramic coffee mugs, tea cups, or espresso cups. With step-by-step guidance from an expert Pottery with a Purpose host, you’ll learn pottery basics, how to create and decorate ceramic mugs, and how to add handles and surface designs that make each piece uniquely yours.
You’ll make 1–2 mugs, tea cups or espresso cups that we’ll professionally fire and glaze so they’re food-safe and waterproof — perfect for your favorite cozy-weather drink. Plus, enjoy a complimentary drink from Cafe Zing!'s beverage menu to sip on while you sculpt!
MUSIC: Danny Sea
Danny Sea is a well-known cellist in the New England music scene. Inspired by bands like Crooked Still, his music blends folk rock and bluegrass through a creative, innovative approach to the cello. Joined by Sam Vittetoe on bass and Elias Cardoso on guitar, the group performs both original tunes and songs.
cost: be sure to grab a drink or treat from Zing! ;p
LIVE MUSIC: Paul Barringer and John Lockwood
Paul Barringer on keys at cafe zing!! Joined by renowned bassist John Lockwood!
ps. cafe zing! has a 1 drink minimum :P
LIVE MUSIC: Na’ama Lion and the Longy Flute Ensemble
Na'ama Lion performs on Baroque, Classical, Renaissance, Medieval, and modern flutes in the Boston area.
cost: be sure to grab a little something from Zing! :p
LIVE MUSIC: Ruth Rappaport!
Folk music at Cafe Zing! with guitarist and vocalist Ruth Rappaport!
Come enjoy some sweet tunes and be sure to grab a drink or treat from cafe zing :)
Board Game Night!
Back by popular demand!! We’ll have a few games available, but feel free to bring your favorite game to play with friends and strangers. From Candyland to Gloomhaven, all levels of complexity are welcome. Rumor has it some of your favorite baristas will be there playing Dutch Blitz :p
RSVP here!
ps - be sure to get yourself a drink or a treat from the cafe! :D
LIVE MUSIC: Janet Connerney
Join us for an acoustic set by local singer songwriter, Janet Connerney! Janet is a folk rock musician who plays original music as well as covers. She’s played at Club Passim, The Burren, Sally, O’Brien’s, and more!
You can learn more about Janet here!
Chess Night
Chess Night is officially every 4th Wednesday of the month at Zing! (not a tournament, just a chess night)
sign up here
bring your friends, and bring your own chess set & clock if you have one :)
p.s. Be sure to get yourself a drink or a tasty treat from Cafe Zing! :P
BYO CRAFT NIGHT
our monthly bring your own craft night at cafe zing!
Come draw, sew, knit, sculpt, collage, or even do some metalwork with friends!
PS cafe zing! has a 1 drink (or treat) minimum :)
LIVE MUSIC: aka RAT
aka RAT (she/they) is a house DJ based in Boston. She draws on her love for RnB and mixes disco house, groovy house, and ambient house.
Join us at Zing for an ambient/lounge mix by aka RAT!
cost: please grab a drink or treat from Zing :p
Mahjong Night!
Come over and play Mahjong with friends and strangers! Beginners and seasoned players are equally welcome. We'll have a friend providing two Mahjong sets and instruction in Hong Kong style mahjong for those who have never played.
We'll also have someone instructing up to two games of American style!
RSVP here! RSVPs are optional but they help us get a sense of how much space to reserve.
This is a free event, but we'd love if you grabbed a little drink or treat from the cafe!
Long Now Boston
Long Now Boston is an organization about deep time - the far distant past and the deep future. We're interested in what might happen beyond the horizons of reasonable prediction and what might have happened in unrecorded pasts. We'll be getting together to talk about books, articles, podcasts, and other sorts of consumable media relating to these sorts of ideas.
You can learn more about Long Now Boston HERE
LIVE MUSIC: First Light
FIRST LIGHT playing LIVE MUSIC at cafe zing!
“a guitar, violin and bass trio playing a unique blend of original instrumental jazz and jazz-adjacent music”
cost: come on in and grab a treat or a drink from cafe zing!
you can listen to First Light here
LIVE MUSIC: Marzipan!
Marzipan fuses pop, bossa, and jazz to form a unique sound. Come hear them play a mix of originals, covers, and improvisations!
Marina Mancoridis - Vocals
Andrew Wei - Alto Saxophone
Zack Berger - Piano
Zach Lowenstein - Bass
Colby Sherwin - Drums
Cost: grab a little drink from Zing!
Pottery With a Purpose: Pottery Workshop
Hosted by Pottery with a Purpose
Love coffee? Love getting creative? This beginner-friendly pottery workshop blends both. Dive into hand-building pottery your own one-of-a-kind ceramic coffee mugs, tea cups, or espresso cups. With step-by-step guidance from an expert Pottery with a Purpose host, you’ll learn pottery basics, how to create and decorate ceramic mugs, and how to add handles and surface designs that make each piece uniquely yours.
You’ll make 1–2 mugs, tea cups or espresso cups that we’ll professionally fire and glaze so they’re food-safe and waterproof — perfect for your favorite cozy-weather drink. Plus, enjoy a complimentary drink from Cafe Zing!'s beverage menu to sip on while you sculpt!
Board Game Night!
Back by popular demand!! We’ll have a few games available, but feel free to bring your favorite game to play with friends and strangers. From Candyland to Gloomhaven, all levels of complexity are welcome. Rumor has it some of your favorite baristas will be there playing Dutch Blitz :p
RSVP here!
ps - be sure to get yourself a drink or a treat from the cafe! :D
LIVE MUSIC: Theo Linebaugh
Theo Linebaugh is a country music singer/songwriter from Des Moines, Iowa, whose music is deeply rooted in storytelling and inspired by the 90s and early 2000s country he grew up on. Now studying at Berklee College of Music in Boston, Theo blends heartfelt lyricism with modern country energy, crafting songs that range from moving ballads to feel-good anthems. His writing draws influence from artists like Brad Paisley, Eric Church, Dean Brody, Luke Combs, and Toby Keith, while channeling the warmth and honesty that define the genre. Theo’s goal as a songwriter is to give listeners that same magical sense of presence he has always found in country music; the feeling of being completely in the moment when a song truly hits home.
Chess Night!
Chess Night is officially every 4th Wednesday of the month at Zing! (not a tournament, just a chess night)
sign up here
bring your friends, and bring your own chess set & clock if you have one :)
p.s. Be sure to get yourself a drink or a tasty treat from Cafe Zing! :P
BYO CRAFT NIGHT
our monthly bring your own craft night at cafe zing!
Come draw, sew, knit, sculpt, collage, or even do some metalwork with friends!
PS cafe zing! has a 1 drink (or treat) minimum :)
LIVE MUSIC: Lars Wicklund
Join us on Thursday for live music by Lars Wicklund!
Lars Wicklund is a Singer/songwriter and musician from Medford Mass. Drawing influences from the Airborne Toxic Event, John Lennon Tom Petty and the Avett brothers Lars' songs carry a heartfelt messages of unity, peace, positivity and perseverance.
Come grab a drink or a treat from the cafe and enjoy some tunes :)
After-Hours Reading Party!
"I wish I had more time to read." -Everyone
Let's make some time to read at Cafe Zing! Maybe you've heard of these silent reading parties taking the country by storm. Everyone gathers in a cafe or brewery or bookstore and reads together for a set amount of time, followed by some bookish conversation and mingling. Bring a book or choose one from our shelves of used books if you're feeling adventurous. If you need a recommendation, we Camberville people are so lucky to have amazing booksellers at Porter Square Books, Narrative, All She Wrote, and Sidequest! Pop into one of those stores and leave with something great.
7:30-8:00 - Show up, grab a drink from the cafe (which will be open late for the reading party), and get comfy!
8:00-9pm - Read in mostly silence! We'll play some lowkey instrumental music to create a cozy vibe.
9-9:30pm- This segment is totally optional. Stick around and chat about what you read. We'll have some prompts to get the conversation started.
This is a free event, but we are offering a not-free ticket ($8) that includes a package deal: one cafe drink + one free book from our Zing shelves + entry into a raffle for a mystery goodie bag!
You can simply show up, but we appreciate RSVPs because it helps us know how many people to expect. RSVP HERE or Venmo @cafe-zing $8 with “reading party” in the description to reserve your spot.
Mahjong Night!
Come over and play Mahjong with friends and strangers! Beginners and seasoned players are equally welcome. We'll have a friend providing two Mahjong sets and instruction in Hong Kong style mahjong for those who have never played.
If you have your own set, please bring it! We have a couple of sets, but lots of people show up to this event. :)
RSVP here! RSVPs are optional but they help us get a sense of how much space to reserve.
This is a free event, but we'd love if you grabbed a little drink or treat from the cafe!
Board Game Night!
Back by popular demand!! We’ll have a few games available, but feel free to bring your favorite game to play with friends and strangers. From Candyland to Gloomhaven, all levels of complexity are welcome. Rumor has it some of your favorite baristas will be there playing Dutch Blitz :p
RSVP here!
ps - be sure to get yourself a drink or a treat from the cafe! :D
LIVE MUSIC: Paul Barringer and John Lockwood
Paul Barringer on keys at cafe zing!! Joined by renowned bassist John Lockwood!
ps. cafe zing! has a 1 drink minimum :P
LIVE MUSIC: Janet Connerney
Join us for an acoustic set by local singer songwriter, Janet Connerney! Janet is a folk rock musician who plays original music as well as covers. She’s played at Club Passim, The Burren, Sally, O’Brien’s, and more!
LIVE MUSIC: Leon Rich
LIVE MUSIC at cafe zing! come listen to Leon Rich! Leon is a guitarist who plays easygoing covers. Expects some Beatles, some Simon and Garfunkel, and more!
ps. cafe zing! has a 1-drink minimum :P
BYO CRAFT NIGHT
our monthly bring your own craft night at cafe zing!
Come draw, sew, knit, sculpt, collage, or even do some metalwork with friends!
PS cafe zing! has a 1 drink (or treat) minimum :)
After-Hours Reading Party!
"I wish I had more time to read." -Everyone
Let's make some time to read at Cafe Zing! Maybe you've heard of these silent reading parties taking the country by storm. Everyone gathers in a cafe or brewery or bookstore and reads together for a set amount of time, followed by some bookish conversation and mingling. Bring a book or choose one from our shelves of used books if you're feeling adventurous. If you need a recommendation, we Camberville people are so lucky to have amazing booksellers at Porter Square Books, Narrative, All She Wrote, and Sidequest! Pop into one of those stores and leave with something great.
Not sure what to read this month? We asked author of the amazing short story collection Guatemalan Rhapsody, Jared Lemus to recommend some of his favorites. You can place a hold at the library or order a copy from Porter Sq Books or Narrative Bookstore (both within walking distance of Zing). Let's show our local bookstores and libraries some love.
Jared recommends:
Reincarnation Blues by Michael Poore
The Devil's Larder by Jim Crace
Too Loud a Solitude by Bohumil Hrabal
Death: a Life by George Pendle
On Love by Alain de Botton
The Brief History of the Dead by Kevin Brockmeier
He also mentioned Torture the Artist by Joey Goebel, which is out of print, but Jared found it at a book sale a decade ago and read it because he liked the cover. In that same vein, you can see what grabs you from our used book selection and give it a shot!
7:30-8:00 - Show up, grab a drink from the cafe (which will be open late for the reading party), and get comfy!
8:00-9pm - Read in mostly silence! We'll play some lowkey instrumental music to create a cozy vibe.
9-9:30pm- This segment is totally optional. Stick around and chat about what you read. We'll have some prompts to get the conversation started.
This is a free event, but we are offering a not-free ticket ($8) that includes a package deal: one cafe drink + one free book from our Zing shelves + entry into a raffle for a mystery goodie bag!
You can simply show up, but we appreciate RSVPs because it helps us know how many people to expect. RSVP HERE or Venmo @cafe-zing $8 with “reading party” in the description to reserve your spot.
LIVE MUSIC: First Light
FIRST LIGHT playing LIVE MUSIC at cafe zing!
“a guitar, violin and bass trio playing a unique blend of original instrumental jazz and jazz-adjacent music”
cost: come on in and grab a treat or a drink from cafe zing!
you can listen to First Light here
Mahjong Night!
Come over and play Mahjong with friends and strangers! Beginners and seasoned players are equally welcome. We'll have a friend providing two Mahjong sets and instruction in Hong Kong style mahjong for those who have never played.
RSVP here! RSVPs are optional but they help us get a sense of how much space to reserve.
This is a free event, but we'd love if you grabbed a little drink or treat from the cafe!
Board Game Night!
Back by popular demand!! We’ll have a few games available, but feel free to bring your favorite game to play with friends and strangers. From Candyland to Gloomhaven, all levels of complexity are welcome. Rumor has it some of your favorite baristas will be there playing Dutch Blitz :p
RSVP here!
ps - be sure to get yourself a drink or a treat from the cafe! :D
LIVE MUSIC: Cousin Louis
Cousin Louis mixes jazz, folk, blues and pop into our own rootsy stew.
You can check them out HERE
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