Events
Posted by Mark Niedergang a 3:14 pm on May 25, 2013
There will be a public hearing on the FY 2014 Somerville Public Schools budget at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, May 28th in the Somerville High School library. Anyone who wishes to will have the opportunity to speak for a couple of minutes about the budget or related issues.
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Posted by David a 11:18 am on May 20, 2013
Somerville Climate Action Film Series Presents:
“URBAN ROOTS: When Everything Collapses Plant Your Field Of Dreams,” at the Armory facility, 191 Highland Avenue, Somerville. Discussion of urban farming will follow.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 9:51 pm on May 19, 2013
Somerville prepared the Davis Square Action plan 30 years ago when the T came in to Davis Square. The results need to be updated.
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Posted by MaryM a 5:11 pm on May 15, 2013

Hey folks–time to shake off the winter residues and head for the waterfront! This weekend the Herring Run and Paddle event will take place. I’d love to see more people…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:59 pm on May 6, 2013
The key issue is allowing a larger supermarket in Assembly Square at a location that should be dedicated to high-rise office and R&D space.More…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:58 pm on
The Open House provides an opportunity to tour the new office, meet the GLX project team, get project updates, and provide feedback on the current state of the project. More…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:56 pm on
Agenda gives no specifics. There are committees on resident services, public safety, major projects, and finance. To find out the specifics, come and listen. More…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 10:53 pm on May 5, 2013
Agenda includes a rules change to make the replacement of Board members subject to time-limited community review. Selection of replacement by the previous Alderman has been controversial.
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Posted by Mimi Graney a 11:26 am on April 29, 2013
SomerStreets is a series of events happening annually in Somerville where the vehicles are told to stay put and pedestrians, runners, cyclists and skateboarders take over a major artery in the City. SomerStreets builds on the Shape Up Somerville healthy … Continue reading →
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 10:33 pm on April 28, 2013
Historically, primary elections have low turnout, which sometimes results in suboptimal candidates. Be sure to show up!
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 9:02 pm on April 21, 2013
Community cleanups provide the opportunity to help your community and meet other citizens over breakfast and barbeque. More…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 8:58 pm on
Agenda includes an update on the construction of the Riverfront park at Assembly Square. More…
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Posted by Mimi Graney a 12:29 pm on April 15, 2013
Everyone across Somerville is joining in on the Mayor’s Fitness Challenge. Through June 20 residents and staff in local businesses are eating more healthfully and becoming more active. To help in the effort there’s special events and discounts in a … Continue reading →
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:58 pm on April 14, 2013
The HUD block grants are a very important source of funding for affordable housing in Somerville, yet very few people attend these hearings. More…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:54 pm on
The Alderman’s meeting could result in a vote the same night. This is the second Aldermanic appointment in the last few months. It might be worthwhile to attend and find out what’s happening.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 9:29 pm on April 7, 2013
The Green Line Extension and Assembly Square T-Stop may be at risk if inadequate funding is provided. Make your views known. More…
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Posted in Assembly Square, Ball Square, Beat Reporter, College Avenue, Comprehensive Plan, Development and Zoning, Events, Gilman Square, Green Line, Lowell Street, Magoun Square, MBTA, Orange Line, Transportation, Transportation Projects, Union Square | No Comments »
Posted by David a 4:58 pm on April 3, 2013
Somerville Climate Action and Rep. Denise Provost present a free film,
Empowered: Power From the People
Tompkins County, NY is one of the cloudiest, least windy places in the country, and yet its residents…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 9:58 pm on April 1, 2013
Agenda includes four substantial residential projects and only a couple of small commercial projects. This is the wrong policy emphasis. More…
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Posted by Mimi Graney a 10:10 am on March 27, 2013
From Good Magazine: The American mythology of rugged individualism, self-reliance, and the pioneer spirit has traveled far and, like any good myth, picked up embellishments along the way. Emerson, Thoreau, and then later (in her own way) Ayn Rand all … Continue reading →
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Posted by Joeb a 11:16 am on March 26, 2013
Somerville Library as a digital laboratory, community service, and creative resource to both city and national users.
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Posted in Arts and Culture, Comprehensive Plan, Development and Zoning, Education, Events, Green Line, Politics, Schools and Youth, Seniors, Teens, Union Square, Ward 2, Ward 3 | No Comments »
Posted by David Dahlbacka a 9:04 pm on March 24, 2013
The HUD block grants are a very important source of funding for affordable housing in Somerville. More…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 8:55 pm on
Remediation of contaminated industrial areas in the Union Square area has been an issue. It may be in your interest to comment on the Environmental Notification Form. More…
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Posted by David a 1:24 pm on March 23, 2013
Somerville Climate Action, Rep. Denise Provost and The Growing Center present a free film:
MOTHER NATURE’S CHILD
Mother Nature’s Child explores nature’s powerful role in children’s health and
development through the experience of…
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Posted by egilsdorf a 9:01 pm on March 19, 2013
Are you a teen who likes to write stories about aliens, blogs, flash fiction, or poems? Are you interested in becoming a novelist, short story writer or poet?
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Posted by Linda Conte a 10:02 pm on March 14, 2013
A Benefit for the Somerville Museum and
A Celebration of the Emerald Isle
5:30-8:00PM
Friday, March 15th, 2013
1 Summer Street, Sancturary Unit
The Historic First Methodist Church, Union Square
Irish Music by…
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Posted by Mimi Graney a 11:02 am on
When SCATV (Somerville Community Access TV) launched thirty years ago in Somerville it was one of the first public access TV stations in the country, part of a growing movement to expand community access to mass media. In the days … Continue reading →
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Posted by egilsdorf a 10:45 pm on March 4, 2013
This is not your grandmother’s literary event.
On Wednesday March 6, from 6 to 8pm, nonfiction writers Ethan Gilsdorf and Steve Macone and poets Janet Wondra and Ava Leavell Haymon perform their work and deliver a heathy dose of “bad attitude” — from the playful, irreverent, and transgressive to just plain bad-tempered work.…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 8:12 pm on March 3, 2013
Trains carrying large amounts of flammable alcohol would pass through Somerville, including Porter Square, Brickbottom, East Broadway, and Assembly Square. More…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 8:07 pm on
The state’s transportation infrastructure is long overdue for repairs and maintenance. Come to this forum to learn what options are on the table. More…
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Posted by MaryRegan a 4:33 pm on February 22, 2013
The Committee to Elect Mark Niedergang invites you to enjoy delicious free food from Redbones, Taco Loco, and Gauchão , fun entertainment, good company, and provocative discussion at a party and fundraiser to kick off Mark’s campaign for Ward 5 Alderman. Alex the Jester will entertain. State Representative Carl Sciortino (Somerville/Medford) will speak.
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Posted by Mimi Graney a 10:31 am on
Join Groundwork Somerville on March 9th at the Somerville Community Growing Centerfor the annual Somerville Maple Syrup Project Boil Down. Community members of all ages are invited to watch and learn as sap from local sugar maple trees is boiled down into pure … Continue reading →
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Posted by Mimi Graney a 2:00 pm on February 7, 2013
From Gui Calvalcanti, Artisan’s Asylum Hello Somerville! This weekend, Boston will be rocked by the biggest snow storm to hit New England in years. It’s expected to howl away through Friday night and Saturday morning… leaving us Saturday afternoon to … Continue reading →
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 9:52 pm on January 30, 2013
Agenda includes two buildings on block 2 of Assembly Square. One is a food-service building and the other is a mixed-use building with retail and office uses. More…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 6:14 pm on January 27, 2013
Bicycle advocates turned out to the first meetings in support of a dedicated cycle track, which is opposed by neighborhood businesses More…
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Posted by Mimi Graney a 11:56 am on January 23, 2013
Save the Dates ! For more details and tickets see the Somerville Arts Council. Sunday, January 27 Foods of the Americas cooking class. 3-7pm; $40; Kitchen Inc, 201 Somerville Ave Monday, January 28 Ginger Explosio…
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Posted by David a 9:02 am on January 18, 2013
While governments posture and dither, a pragmatic practitioner and intellectual entrepreneur, Allan Savory, has been developing and demonstrating a powerful technique that can reduce carbon dioxide in the atmosphere immediately while reversing desertification and providing livelihoods and food for millions of people.
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Posted by marycurtin a 9:45 pm on January 17, 2013
The “Raising The Nave Porch Roof” fundraiser is being presented by several local area PorchFest bands (www.somervilleartscouncil.org/porchfest) who are fans of the Nave Gallery and thrilled about the opening of the Gallery’s new Nave Gallery Annex, a non-profit community space located right next door to Redbones at 53 Chester St. in Davis Sq.
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Posted by emilyh a 11:16 pm on January 13, 2013
Watch several short videos about the power of natural systems and the scientists, ranchers, and farmers that are restoring biodiversity and reversing current climate changing trends.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 8:16 pm on
If a grocery store is built at the IKEA site, it should be on the first floor of a multi-story, high-value R&D building, otherwise the location is underutilized.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 8:59 pm on January 6, 2013
Federal Realty has acquired the IKEA site and is considering placing a grocery there. We need to preserve upper-story R&D space at the site as well as choose a good grocer.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 8:19 pm on January 1, 2013
Many Somerville houses still have asbestos insulation and cladding. Inhaled asbestos can cause cancer. Streamlining procedures will make removing it less expensive.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:48 pm on
Come, look, listen, and participate. Neighbors and other stakeholders should assert their interests early rather than late.
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Posted by Mimi Graney a 11:57 am on December 18, 2012
From the Somerville News: Some of Argenziano School’s brightest voices will ring out Wednesday, Dec. 19 at 3:30 p.m. in Union Square where a group of about 25 youngsters, all members of the Argenziano School Chorus, will gather to perform … Con…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 8:59 pm on December 16, 2012
The City is holding a public meeting to receive neighborhood input on the conclusion of remediating the Conway Park/15A Bleachery Court site. Soils at Conway Park were contaminated during construction of the new skating rink.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 8:38 pm on December 9, 2012
Governor Patrick, Secretary Davey, Congressman Capuano, Mayor Curtatone, and other state and local elected officials are holding a kickoff ceremony for construction of Phase I of Green Line extension. The shovels are going into the ground. The Green Line Extension is really happening!
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 8:34 pm on
Bicyclists, pedestrians, and other users of the Community Path should come to this meeting and ask that the CPX crossing over the Fitchburg Line be designed in.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 8:29 pm on
The SHA Annual Plan is a requirement of Federal funds for housing for low and moderate income families, the elderly, and the disabled.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 8:24 pm on
Agenda includes a presentation of the FEMA Pre-Disaster Mitigation Plan by the Metropolitan Area Planning Council.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 6:11 pm on December 2, 2012
This public hearing will affect property tax percentages for fiscal year 2013, giving revenue implications of various rates. Every Somerville property owner will be affected by this hearing.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 6:07 pm on
Rutherford Avenue and Sullivan Square are just over the Somerville line in Boston. Somervillians who use the Sullivan Square T-Stop should come to the meeting and participate.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 5:48 pm on
Agenda gives no specific issues, but includes resident concerns, major projects, and finance.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:45 pm on November 25, 2012
Come, look, listen, and participate. Neighbors and other stakeholders should assert their interests early rather than late.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 6:56 pm on
Come and participate. These meetings are part of developing a badly needed long-term financing plan for the state’s transportation system.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 6:49 pm on
Agenda includes a public hearing on an amendment to the Order of Conditions for the stormwater connections of block 2A of Assembly Row and a Notice of Intent for interim parking lots at blocks 5 and 6 of Assembly Row.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 8:56 pm on November 18, 2012
This public hearing will affect property tax percentages for fiscal year 2013, giving revenue implications of various rates. Every Somerville property owner will be affected by this hearing.
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Posted in All Ages, Beat Reporter, City Finances, Development and Zoning, Events, Neighborhoods and Squares, Somerville By The Numbers | No Comments »
Posted by David Dahlbacka a 8:51 pm on
Davis Square neighbors should make their views known on the Kenney Park renovations.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 6:38 pm on November 11, 2012
Agenda likely includes discussing the Community Preservation Act, the coming Green Line Extension, the Davis Square Visioning process, and the Porter Square Visioning process.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 6:35 pm on
Agenda will likely include discussing the implications of the passage of the Community Preservation Act as well as citizen concerns about services and public safety.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 6:32 pm on
Agenda likely includes discussing the implications of the passage of the Community Preservation Act on revisions to the Historic Preservation Commission Guidelines.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 6:27 pm on
Bicycle advocates have turned out to the first two meetings in support of a dedicated cycle track.
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Posted by thedawid a 8:41 pm on November 7, 2012
Please join theMOVE (GetOutMA.org) out on Tuesday 11/20 for an incredible night of ridiculously-delicious (and locally/responsibly-sourced) pizza and candlepin bowling.…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 1:59 pm on October 28, 2012
VOTE! In addition to the Presidential and Senatorial elections we all know about, there are seven initiatives on the ballot.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 1:55 pm on
2012 election year rhetoric features “The market versus the state”, “Big capital versus big government”, and so on. What about creating a web of collaboration where no one is in charge because everyone is in charge?
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 1:49 pm on
Andy Wiley-Schwartz will join Visiting Scholar Aaron Naparstek to discuss a groundbreaking approach to urban planning and design that has led to the construction of more than 50 new plazas and 21 acres of new public space in New York.
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Posted by David a 11:01 pm on October 23, 2012
Please join us for the New England Premier of “Shift Change”,
What: An inspirational new documentary by veteran filmmakers Melissa Young and Mark Dworkin about the real possibilities offered by worker cooperatives during this…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 3:49 pm on
Agenda includes the presentation to the Planning Board of the RA/RB Report, which recommends changes to make residential zoning more comprehensible and consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
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Posted by Mimi Graney a 12:28 pm on
Friends of the Community Path lead two tours — one on bike, one on foot — on Saturday, 10/20 from 1:30 to 4:00 pm. Rain date isSunday 10/21. Meet at East Street and North Point Boulevard, Cambridge (across the street … Continue re…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 5:17 pm on October 7, 2012
This meeting is intended to solicit input from the community on ideas for reconstructing Beacon Street. Changes to Beacon Street can affect people from Porter Square to Inman Square.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 4:08 pm on
The first of three events focused on the future of Gilman Square, Lowell Street, and Ball Square. Come, listen, and participate. Neighbors and other stakeholders should assert their interests early rather than late.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 3:58 pm on
This is a special meeting of the Somerville Redevelopment Authority. The agenda is to approve the 2012 Union Square Revitalization Plan as amended by the BOA on Oct. 2, 2012.
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Posted by Bob Filene a 10:35 pm on October 6, 2012
Hello All,
Just wanted to let you know I will be doing two shows, Magic For Smart People, at the Somerville Theater in Davis Square on Saturday October 20 at 2:30 PM and 7:30 PM…
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Posted by Friends of the Community Path a 6:37 pm on October 5, 2012
Tour Date: Saturday, 10/20 from 1:30 to 4:00 pm.
Rain Date: Sunday 10/21, same time.
Meet at
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Posted by Mimi Graney a 12:16 pm on October 4, 2012
Ever wish to produce your own cultural event or create public art — with funding? Here’s your opportunity! ArtsUnion is looking for creative individuals and Union Square Business owners to create, produce and manage cultural events that will take p…
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Posted by Linda Conte a 4:28 pm on October 3, 2012
This ghostly gathering treats visitors to a guided tour of the grave sites open during the Somerstreets/MonsterMash Festival. Ghosts engage in conversation about their lives in centuries past. Learn Somerville history from those who lived…
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Posted by Linda Conte a 4:16 pm on
Go beyond the cemetery gates and explore the grounds established in 1804. Learn about the residents & their history through knowledgeable volunteers in period clothing. 400 Somerville Ave., next to Market Basket.
This venue…
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Posted by marycurtin a 7:15 pm on September 30, 2012
7th Annual HONK! Festival 2012 www.HonkFest.org … events based in and near Davis Square, Somerville and Harvard Square, Cambridge. This year featuring the following bands:
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 6:09 pm on
Come and ask questions. The Federal HUD block grants are a very important source of funding for affordable housing in Somerville.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 6:03 pm on
This is a special meeting of the Somerville Board of Aldermen to discuss and vote on the revised Union Square Revitalization Plan. Come and observe. Citizen presence is the most important check and balance in governance.
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Posted by Ron Newman a 4:19 pm on September 26, 2012
On Saturday, October 13, the Somerville Bicycle Committee will lead the 20th annual Tour de Somerville.
This year’s theme is “Edge of the City”. We’ll ride as close as possible to the Somerville city…
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Posted by Dennis Fischman a 5:30 pm on September 21, 2012
Are you a low-income resident of Somerville, or a Head Start parent in Somerville or Cambridge? Starting October 1, you can help elect the Board
of Somerville’s anti-poverty agency.…
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Posted by MaryM a 5:29 pm on
[Posted from an email via the historic preservation mailing list]
Union Square Walking Tour
Sunday, September 23rd, 2012; 3 – 5:30pm
“Historic Somerville Its Civic Hilltop to the Wyatt Brickyards
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 6:00 pm on September 16, 2012
This meeting is called by the Somerville OSPCD to describe planned changes to Beacon Street. Changes to Beacon Street can affect people from Porter Square to Inman Square.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 3:57 pm on
This is the fifth in a series of meetings on proposed changes to Davis Square. Participation is important for a satisfactory outcome.
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Posted by Alain Jehlen a 12:07 pm on September 13, 2012
Jonathan Kozol has spent many years in schools that serve children of poverty, writing a series of powerful books that began with Death At An Early Age about his experiences as a Boston teacher…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:37 pm on September 9, 2012
Key issues are responding to IKEA’s withdrawal from Assembly Square and monitoring the City’s progress with the Comprehensive Plan.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 5:39 pm on
Agenda includes a Public Hearing on the Union Square Revitalization Plan and discussion by the Board of Aldermen meeting as a whole.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 5:30 pm on
Agenda includes committee approval of Union Square Revitalization Plan and possible rescheduling of Public Hearing.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 5:22 pm on
The MBTA and the MassDOT are holding their board meeting in Somerville City Hall. Agenda likely includes the Green Line Extension and the Assembly Square Orange Line T-Stop.
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Posted by MaryM a 8:46 pm on August 28, 2012
Paddling, Art and Music!
Join your friends and neighbors in an early morning cheer to the river and watershed – a resource that has brought so much enjoyment to our community. Meet us…
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Posted by MaryM a 9:49 pm on August 27, 2012
Recently I had a bit of a mental meltdown. I’ve been wanting to own a kayak for years, but have kept putting it off. I was renting them periodically, but I really wanted to paddle…
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Posted by Mimi Graney a 12:00 pm on
Just heard from a group of friends who are gathering to support a whole gaggle of musicians affected by a recent fire in Cambridge. Taking bits and pieces from their reports…. On the morning of Thursday, August 23rd a fire … Continue read…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 1:12 pm on August 25, 2012
The status of the Green Line Extension project, among others, will be presented.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 12:50 pm on
Agenda includes report on whether covenants with IKEA and FRIT apply to future purchasers of the IKEA site at Assembly Square. Approval of Union Square Revitalization Plan.
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Posted by Michele Biscoe a 10:30 am on
The Somerville Foundation for Animals proudly presents the 3rd annual Somerville Dog Festival! …
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 4:55 pm on August 19, 2012
Agenda includes routine modifications and demolitions, the proposed guidelines changes, and the Assembly Row Historic Enhancement Project.
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Posted by Mimi Graney a 8:04 am on August 15, 2012
In a flurry (or is it furry?) of creativity, he needles of knitters and crocheters will transform Perry Park with a public installation on Saturday, August 25th. Stop by between 9am-1pm to the Washington Street green space. Perry Park is near…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 4:23 pm on August 12, 2012
Agenda likely includes a Special Permit for parking lots in Assembly Square blocks 5 and 6 to serve retail in blocks 1, 3, 4.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 4:10 pm on
Agenda includes discussing revisions to the Historic Preservation Commission Guidelines.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 4:06 pm on
Broadway is a key commercial corridor in Somerville. Its urban design can improve the commercial potential of the neighborhood as well as its livability.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 4:02 pm on
Agenda includes the Assembly Square riverfront park along the Mystic between Rt. 28 and the Winter Hill Yacht Club.
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Posted by Mimi Graney a 3:48 pm on August 9, 2012
The Creative Union Gallery at 29 Union Square is closing because of the lack of grant funding. Run by the Walnut Street Center and Outside the Line Studio, the store has been a retail location for outside fine art and … Continue reading →
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Posted by WendyBlom a 5:54 pm on August 8, 2012
SCATV is pleased to host two workshops in cartoon animation with Instructor Gabriel Polonsky. Mr Polonsky is a professional, Emmy nominated animation director, artist, and cartoonist. He has created projects for Cartoon Network, Discovery, and…
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Posted by Mimi Graney a 3:45 pm on
Union Square Main Streets is working with the City of Somerville to pilot food truck businesses in the community. USMS is inviting mobile food vendors to the Swirl and Slice market on Thursday evenings from 5 to 8 pm. Already … Continue readi…
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Posted by Mimi Graney a 1:26 pm on July 30, 2012
The Somerville Community Growing Center at 22 Vinal Ave has a whole slew of awesome happenings all summer long. To coincide with Swirl and Slice, they’ve been open each Thursday evening starting at 6 pm for picnicking and typically have … C…
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Posted by Mimi Graney a 2:37 pm on July 25, 2012
Join the teachers of Be. in Union yoga studio as they host free yoga in the park classes this summer. July 28, Nunziato Field corner of Summer and Vinal Street, 1:00 -2:00 pm August 11, Perry Park on Washington Street, … Continue reading →
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Posted by Mimi Graney a 10:07 am on July 18, 2012
Swirl and Slice is not your ordinary farmers’ market. When others are dropping their tents, vendors in Union Square are opening them for an evening market that celebrates refined local food, most importantly wine and cheese. Folks stroll among th…
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Posted by Mimi Graney a 2:38 pm on July 16, 2012
Break out your head bands, leg warmers and spandex! Zumba with Jess and Debbie McMullen is holding an 80′s themed class on Saturday, July 28th at Dance Union. Spaces are already being filled, so if you haven’t already done so RSVP ……
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 4:50 pm on July 15, 2012
Agenda includes changes to the Assembly Row Special Permits requesting more parking spaces for blocks 4, 5, 6.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 4:47 pm on
Agenda includes the Assembly Square 2002 Revitalization Plan authorization for a Minor Plan Change naming the IKEA parcel as an Acquisition Parcel and Disposition Parcel.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 4:28 pm on
Plan includes money for extending the Somerville Community Path from Cedar Street to Lowell Street and money for the Green Line Extension to College Avenue and Union Square. To show support for these plans, send e-mail to publicinformation@ctps.org.
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Posted by Mimi Graney a 5:02 pm on July 2, 2012
The City of Somerville’s annual SomerMovie Fest lineup has been announced for Summer 2012. Showings are scheduled every Thursday evening at dusk through August 30th beginning at dusk at Seven Hills Park with one in good ol’ Union Square,…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 5:02 pm on June 24, 2012
Public participation on city square improvements is essential to their success.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 4:58 pm on
Agenda includes the Assembly Square 2002 Revitalization Plan, the Union Square Revitalization Plan, and the proposed SRA website.
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Posted by Mimi Graney a 12:48 pm on June 13, 2012
Special for USMS by Jenna Stark Something delicious is coming your way! Union Square Main Streets is launching the neighborhood’s first specialty food farmers market, called Swirl and Slice. The new market celebrates and showcases wine, cheese, and o…
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Posted by Mimi Graney a 11:48 am on June 12, 2012
The calendar of the Somerville Arts Council’s ArtsUnion event for this summer is now available. Sunday, June 24, Bazaar Bizarre: Union Made. 12-6pm; No rain date Saturday, June 30, Boston Handmade Marketplace, 3-7pm; rain date: Sun., July 1…
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Posted by Mimi Graney a 3:10 pm on June 11, 2012
Join Second Chances for a clothing and coin drive at the Somerville Community Growing Center on Wednesday, June 20th from 5 to 7 p.m. Support people in our community by donating clothing, shoes, accessories and loose change, meet Second Chances’ …
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Posted by David a 10:15 pm on June 10, 2012
Presented by State Representative Denise Provost and Somerville Climate Action. Rather than dispensing facts about climate change; peak energy, food and water; and biodiversity loss, this film examines the cultural barriers that prevent us from acting rationally.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 3:42 pm on
Fare hikes and service cuts hurt economically depressed areas first. Somerville will only get its transportation needs met if the legislature adequately funds the MBTA and other mass transit.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 3:37 pm on
Agenda not available. The Trust manages payments made in lieu of affordable housing units required by the Inclusionary Zoning Ordinance, along with revenues from loans made by the Trust.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 2:33 pm on
The agenda includes resident concerns and reports of the executive director and committees.
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Posted by Mimi Graney a 3:05 pm on June 7, 2012
In collaboration with the Union Square’s new Thursday evening speciality food market, the Somerville Community Growing Center, a gorgeous community garden nearby on Vinal Avenue, will be open most weeks from about 5:30-8:00 pm and will present …
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 10:23 pm on June 4, 2012
Agenda includes ordinance changes to support urban agriculture in Somerville, including farming on municipal land.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 5:19 pm on June 3, 2012
Public notice includes a proposed demolition of 336 Summer St., currently designated as historically “significant”.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 5:11 pm on
The air quality determination governs whether the state is required to do all of the Green Line Extension or whether it can quit early.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 5:07 pm on
Somerville will only get its transportation needs met if the legislature adequately funds the MBTA and other mass transit.
For more information, see MPO Transportation Im
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 5:03 pm on
Public notice includes a hearing on activities to remove the invasive water chestnut plant in the Mystic River.
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Posted by Dennis Fischman a 4:40 pm on May 29, 2012
Are you itching for information about how to avoid bed bugs? Bed bug experts from Somerville and around New England will address a Bed Bug Summit, June 15th, sponsored by the Community Action…
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Posted by Mimi Graney a 9:27 am on
Join Mayor Curtatone, Alderman Heuston, At-Large Aldermen, Somerville Police and City staff to discuss the latest issues affecting Ward 2. ((Union Square, Lincoln Park, Perry Park, Beacon St. area, Somerville Ave. area) Issues expected on the agenda i…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 12:49 pm on May 28, 2012
Ward 6. which includes Davis Square and part of Porter Square, may be affected by the proposed zoning change for Elm Street and Somerville Avenue.
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Posted by emilyh a 9:16 pm on May 27, 2012
Join Somerville Climate Action to DEPAVE the WAY!
We will be removing asphalt from yards — allowing the soil to return to health and productivity. Somerville is over 75% paved over, contributing to storm-water runoff and flooding. We can help reverse this – creating a safer and healthier city!…
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Posted by aortiz1642 a 4:39 pm on May 26, 2012
soul.train. is located at 1180 Broadway, Somerville, MA and is a locally owned upscale co-ed fitness studio featuring personal training, small group training and group exercise classes. soul.train. offers highly customized fitness programs without the restraints of contracts and memberships required by traditional gyms.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:09 pm on May 20, 2012
Turning McGrath Highway back into a boulevard would relink parts of Somerville that have long been severed.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:07 pm on
Assembly Row and Assembly Square T-Stop development has started. It’s time to move ahead with the Transportation Mitigation Plan.
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Posted by Brandon Wilson a 11:22 pm on May 19, 2012
A reception, with light refreshments, starts at 6:30 p.m. and is followed by a ceremony to honor 12 Somerville owners for their award winning preservation work on the exterior of their properties. The properties include both historically designated homes and older houses in the City.…
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Posted by Brandon Wilson a 11:18 pm on
Find out how the Somerville Library can help you research the histories of your house and family. Mini tour of genealogy resources at the library and beyond, as well as tips for getting started.
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Posted by Brandon Wilson a 11:16 pm on
Join the Historic Somerville contingent! For more information contact admin@historicsomerville.org
Rain or shine…
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Posted by Linda Conte a 10:22 pm on
This year’s theme will take us from one end of the City to the other, learning about Somerville’s wealth of parks and what they used to be.
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Posted by @BarryRafkind a 9:57 am on May 18, 2012
From the agenda of the upcoming meeting of the BOA Public Health and Public Safety Committee on Monday 5/21 in the 2nd floor Committee Room at City Hall:…
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Posted by Brandon Wilson a 11:11 am on May 17, 2012
The Cemetery is a wonderful oasis in the midst of the hustle and bustle of our “downtown” Union Square, but due to the current fragility of certain areas, it is infrequently open to the public. This will be a good opportunity to learn more about who is buried there, why it is historically significant, and what enhancements have been recently completed, as well as planned if the Massachusetts Historical Commission awards us a new grant in June.
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Posted by emilyh a 9:01 pm on May 13, 2012
Presented by State Representative Denise Provost and Somerville Climate Action: Three people in a unique Pacific Island community face the first devastating effects of climate change, including a terrifying flood. Will they decide to stay with their island home or move to a new and unfamiliar land, leaving their culture and language behind forever?
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:33 pm on
Managing neighborhood impacts is necessary for the success of the Assembly Square T-Stop project.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:32 pm on
Managing neighborhood impacts is necessary for the success of the Green Line Extension project.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:29 pm on
Public notice includes an ordinance amending the Somerville zoning code to encourage urban agriculture.
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Posted by Mimi Graney a 11:36 am on May 11, 2012
The City of Somerville is planning another action packed season of SomerStreets events across our fine municipality. They’re putting the call out to performers and craft vendors to join in the festivities. SomerStreets ends its season on Somerv…
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Posted by emilyh a 1:57 pm on May 9, 2012
Tomorrow night, Thursday, there will be a great comedy show at the Somerville Theater to raise money for over 30 fabulous local social justice organizations.
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Posted by Alain Jehlen a 10:48 am on
What should be the next big push by parents to improve Somerville schools?
Steps to improve communication between parents and teachers? More community volunteers in the classrooms? Academic program changes?
Parents and community…
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Posted by Mimi Graney a 12:20 pm on May 7, 2012
Sunday, May 13th, 2:00-3:30PM. Historic Somerville Inc. is offering a talk about “The Menace of the Triple Decker.” Dr. Stuart Brorson will discuss the five different architectural features of the 3D and the era that this style represents. …
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 2:46 pm on May 6, 2012
Agenda includes the acquisition of 258 Somerville Ave., the status of Assembly Square and Union Square, and the creation of a web page for the SRA.
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Posted by MaryM a 1:40 pm on
Sorry for the late notice, but I just found out about this yesterday. On the terrific walk around the Magoun Square area to celebrate Jane Jacobs’ legacy, I was handed a flyer on…
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Posted by kaitlynbowles a 2:24 pm on May 4, 2012
PRESENTED BY THE COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY OF SOMERVILLE (CAAS), WITH SUPPORT FROM THE CAMBRIDGE HEALTH ALLIANCE
Come learn about the growing bed bug issues in and around Somerville, and what we
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Posted by Mimi Graney a 12:16 pm on April 30, 2012
The City of Somerville’s Resistat is a program that brings out to the residents the information collected on the work of various city departments. It’s a chance to give feedback on what’s working and what could use some help and ̷…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 9:26 pm on April 29, 2012
Turning McGrath Highway back into a boulevard would relink parts of Somerville that have long been severed.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 9:18 pm on
Agenda includes expansion of South Station (may replace the Grand Union project), and changes to the Draft Long Range Plan (currently still includes the Rt. 16 Green Line stop).
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Posted by Mimi Graney a 8:15 am on April 27, 2012
The Somerville Chamber of Commerce hosts a monthly networking event. The May gathering is bigger than usual as it includes their annual Green Business trade gathering. Business After Hours at the B2Green Expo & Networking event 4:00 – 7:00…
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Posted by Mimi Graney a 2:40 pm on April 25, 2012
Come celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Puebla, Saturday, May 5th, 2012 from 3pm – 9pm on the Union Square Plaza. Presented by Cantina La Mexicana and The Independent, come by for music, food, drink and activities for kids. ̷…
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Posted by Mimi Graney a 2:30 pm on April 23, 2012
Remember the advertising tagline, “Two great tastes that taste great together?” We’re not sure if they taste great together – all we know is that bacon is awesome and good stuff should be shared. In conjunction with Boston B…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 6:01 pm on April 22, 2012
Environmental mediation in a densely populated city like Somerville is important for public health.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 5:56 pm on
The ResiStat meetings provide an opportunity for citizens to hear what the city government is doing and for the city government to hear citizen’s concerns.
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Posted by MaryM a 4:45 pm on April 21, 2012
A few years back in a race for Somerville School Committee, I was called from the phone bank of a candidate. I listened to the pitch, and then I said I had a question. The…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:00 pm on April 15, 2012
The HUD block grants are a very important source of funding for affordable housing in Somerville.
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Posted by Adam Rich a 1:31 pm on April 13, 2012
Save Our Somerville is running a soccer tournament on Patriots’ Day Monday, April 16th (rain or shine). The tournament will be held at Glen Park (Glen St. next to the Capuano School). Middle School sign-ins will be…
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Posted by David a 1:47 pm on April 9, 2012
Somerville Climate Action, the Mystic River Watershed Association, and Rep. Denise Provost are proud to offer this free showing of the award-winning film, “Bag It!”
WHAT: Three showings of “Bag It”, an award-winning film…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 10:31 pm on April 8, 2012
Agenda includes adopting the Somerville Comprehensive Plan.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 10:20 pm on
Agenda includes Magoun Square, Union Square, and the Somerville Comprehensive Plan.
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Posted by @BarryRafkind a 10:07 pm on April 6, 2012
in the TAB at 167 Holland Street (2nd floor, top of stair, straight ahead, small conference room). This is an accessible location.
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Posted by SomervilleHomelessCoalition a 5:01 pm on April 4, 2012
Somerville, Mass. (April 4, 2012) - Support affordable housing and community involvement and enjoy a lively event in Somerville, Apr. 21st. The Somerville Homeless Coalition’s (SHC) “Under the Roof” annual benefit dinner will be held once…
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Posted by cchurch a 3:36 pm on
Celebrate Easter Sunday at Christ Episcopal Church, Somerville! Christ Church welcomes and nurtures every individual who comes through its doors, and has recently affirmed this long-held commitment by registering as a “Believe Out Loud” parish…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 5:43 pm on April 1, 2012
Agenda includes five antenna proposals: 844 McGrath Hwy., 331-333 Broadway, 49 Davis Sq., 15 Weston Ave., 114 Highland Ave.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 1:08 pm on
The Inner Belt struggle was the first time Boston-area neighborhoods stood up for their own interests with regard to transportation improvements.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 9:10 pm on March 25, 2012
This session explores how progressive transportation and planning policies can strengthen a city’s economy, encourage exciting new urban development, and improve quality of life and long-term sustainability.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 9:03 pm on
This session explores how grassroots, Internet-empowered “tactical urbanism” concepts are changing the way we plan, design and program urban public space.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 6:19 pm on
Agenda includes Magoun Square, Union Square, Somerville Avenue, planned bridge repairs by Mass DOT, and the Comprehensive Plan.
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Posted by Pat Jehlen a 11:39 pm on March 20, 2012
Bring your whole family to a singing celebration of victory in the 1912 Bread and Roses Strike in Lawrence, the first large labor victory in America. 20,000 immigrant mill workers, largely women and children, struck…
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Posted by Abby a 9:18 pm on
In the aftermath of Sept 11, there have been dramatic and chilling changes in government practices toward immigrant communities. These changes have extended to surveillance of those expressing dissent or protesting US policies, and beyond. This forum will include testimonies from people whose rights have been jeopardized by the Homeland Security Surveillance State. It will also provide an overview of policy changes that are eroding basic constitutional rights, and the implications for us all.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 4:44 pm on March 18, 2012
Agenda includes Assembly Square Blocks 1 and 4 and small changes to the Assembly Square PUD. Adopting the Somerville Comprehensive Plan may be deferred.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 4:42 pm on
This is a joint meeting of the BOA Land Use and Housing and Community Development Committees. The agenda includes adopting the Somerville Comprehensive Plan.
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Posted by Duhamel Education Initiative a 10:06 am on March 16, 2012
The Annual Pancake Breakfast is a great way to see old friends and meet the DEI supporters, as well as financially support the work of drop-out-prevention programs in the Somerville Public Schools. (3/31 from 8:30-10:30 a.m. in the parish hall of the First Congregational Church, 89 College Avenue)
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 2:54 pm on March 11, 2012
Progressive urban planning requires not only urban transformation, but also neighborhood enhancement and conservation.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 2:50 pm on
Public participation in designing neighborhood T-stops is essential to their success. Come and make your views known.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 2:42 pm on
Join Mass Senior Action in telling the MBTA…”Bail Out the Riders, Build Massachusetts!”
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 2:27 pm on
Agenda includes a change to the definition of pervious area that could bar completely paving new construction. (Note: Rescheduled from 3/13/12.)
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 2:24 pm on
Massachusetts public transit is grossly underfunded. How do we address this problem? (Note: Morning event.)
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Posted by dshugrue a 5:17 pm on March 10, 2012
2012 online Registration is now open, Register today at SomervilleLittleLeague.org
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 8:16 pm on March 5, 2012
Public participation in designing neighborhood T-stops is essential to their success. Come and make your views known.
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Posted by intrepid a 12:36 pm on
The following letter was submitted to the resistat blog on 3/5/2012 after its writer read David Dahlbacka’s announcement of upcoming HUD Plan hearing:…
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Posted by Linda Conte a 10:13 pm on March 4, 2012
Well, I’m missing the after-party, but I wanted to share some tidbits from this event that raged all day at the Armory today.…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 2:54 pm on
Next to road repairs, community housing has the most immediate effect of all City programs on the day to day lives of Somerville residents. Come and make your views known.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 2:51 pm on
Agenda includes status reports on Assembly Square and the Green Line Extension, acquisition of 258 Somerville Ave.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 2:48 pm on
Agenda includes the proposed rezoning of Somerville Ave. and Elm St. between Porter and Wilson Squares, which is controversial.
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Posted by intrepid a 10:53 am on March 3, 2012
Somerville students face Rockport students for a spot in the High School Quiz Show quarterfinals Sunday March 4th @ 6:30 on WGBH TV. High School Quiz Show is a fairly new and quite…
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Posted by David a 8:25 pm on March 2, 2012
State Representative Denise Provost and Somerville Climate Action present the Oscar-nominated film “GASLAND”. The billion dollar energy industry has a dirty little secret… Followed by a discussion. Free of charge.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 12:59 pm on February 26, 2012
Community corridor planning is essential to making the best use of the new Green Line T-Stops. Come and make your voices heard.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 12:55 pm on
Agenda includes routine variances, such as 143-145 Cedar St. (10 unit residential), 11-15 Holland St. (fast-food restaurant), 39-43 Elmwood (3 buildings, 9 unit residential).
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 12:51 pm on
Agenda includes Assembly Square Order of Conditions (OOC) for changes to Block 3 and to Shore Drive in Ten Hills.
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Posted by thedawid a 9:10 pm on February 21, 2012
:: 2012 FARM SHARE FAIR! ::
Thursday March 1st @ 5:30-8PM | Free Admission
The Argenziano School in Union Sq @ 290 Washington St / Somerville
Come meet the folks who grow your…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:18 pm on February 20, 2012
Agenda not available (2/20/12). The Design Review Committee provides design criteria, guidance and recommendations to permit applicants. Its mandate is to maintain and enhance the natural, aesthetic, and cultural heritage of the City and to preserve the value of land and buildings.
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Posted by Linda Conte a 8:59 pm on February 19, 2012
Do you ever play the “If-I-had-a-million-dollars” game? Whenever I play, I think of throwing intimate parties for brilliant, powerful people who will orchestrate the betterment of society before my eyes. Now that TEDx is coming to the Armory, I don’t have to hit the lottery to get a full day’s taste of the experience.…
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Posted by David a 10:10 pm on February 13, 2012
~ Film Screening ~
State Representative Denise Provost
and Somerville Climate Action present
the Oscar-nominated film
PIPE DREAMS
The story of the greatest environmental battle in the U.S. today:
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 5:33 pm on
MBTA service cuts and fare hikes hit everyone in Somerville. Come and make your views known.
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Posted in All Ages, Beat Reporter, Buses, Events, MBTA, Neighborhoods and Squares, Trains | 1 Comment »
Posted by David Dahlbacka a 5:13 pm on
Agenda includes routine variances and, in executive session, a discussion of current litigation regarding 369-371 Beacon St.
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Posted by Dennis Fischman a 5:47 pm on February 8, 2012
Put on your dancing shoes for a good cause. The Social Action Committee of Temple B’nai Brith invites you to a Benefit Dance for the Community Action Agency of Somerville (CAAS), Saturday, March 3…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 3:57 pm on January 29, 2012
Agenda includes further discussion and possible vote on the Porter Square/Wilson Square zoning change, which has proved controversial.
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Posted by DavidS a 11:42 am on January 22, 2012
Cambridge-Somerville for Change, in conjunction with the Obama campaign, is holding a State of the Union Watch Party at Precinct in Union Square next Tuesday night.
We’re encouraging Democrats, progressives, and Independents
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Posted by Mary Jo Rossetti a 10:26 am on
The School Committee voted to explore introducing Innovation Schools in Somerville. To learn more, we invited two experts who have direct experience with Innovation Schools.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 8:01 pm on January 15, 2012
Agenda includes the early bridge and demolition package, affecting the Medford Street Rail Bridge (Somerville), the Harvard Street Rail Bridge (Medford), and 21 Water Street (Cambridge).
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:58 pm on
Agenda includes resident concerns and report of committees on Resident Services, Public Safety, Safety, Major Projects, and Finance.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:43 pm on
Agenda includes further discussion and possible vote on the Porter Square/Wilson Square zoning change, which has proved controversial.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:41 pm on
Agenda includes (16 Linden St.) a variance to add a 5-unit residence to a lot that already has a 3-unit structure and (485 Mystic Valley Pkwy.) convert the Mystic Water Works property into 60 affordable housing units.
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Posted by mgrunko a 5:08 pm on
Agenda: Convention caucus, Replacing Scott Brown, Affordable housing at the Boys & Girls Club, Charter school politics, Green Line advocacy, and Energy services from the city. Rep. Provost will be a guest.
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Posted by SomervilleHomelessCoalition a 2:50 pm on January 11, 2012
Join The Bull and Bear, a “financial folk” band for a night of relevant and original music played live from the band’s most-recent album, Recession Sessions. The record highlights the major events of the current global financial crisis. …
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 9:18 pm on January 8, 2012
Agenda not available (1/1/12). The Design Review Committee provides design criteria, guidance and recommendations to permit applicants. Its mandate is to maintain and enhance the natural, aesthetic, and cultural heritage of the City and to preserve the value of land and buildings.
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Posted by @BarryRafkind a 4:35 pm on
Mayor Curtatone will introduce Candidate for US Congress in the newly created 7th (yes seventh) Congressional District, Congressman Michael Capuano. Candidates for US Senate have been invited to address the meeting.
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Posted by marycurtin a 4:22 pm on
Rob Rudin’s Half-Jewish, double bill with Naftule’s Dream. Tuesday, January 24, 8:00 pm. $10 cash at door. Johnny D’s, 17 Holland Street, Davis Square, Somerville. For information call (617) 776-2004 or log onto www.johnnyds.com.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 2:35 pm on January 1, 2012
This meeting will present five options for fixing the break in the Minuteman Trail at Mass Ave. and Rt. 60 in Arlington Center, which forces bicyclists onto the streets and sidewalks.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 2:31 pm on
Agenda includes the proposed zoning changes to Somerville Avenue from Wilson Square to Porter Square, White Street, and Elm Street from White Street to Wilson Square. “What’s in it for us?”
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 2:28 pm on
Agenda includes converting the existing Mystic Water Works into a 25 unit affordable housing apartment building.
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Posted by Jeff a 2:03 pm on December 20, 2011
We’ll gather on the winter solstice, the longest night of the year, for a spiritual-but-not-necessarily-religious event to acknowledge the shadow side of the season.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 10:09 pm on December 18, 2011
The City of Somerville is proposing zoning changes to Somerville Avenue from Wilson Square to Porter Square, White Street, and Elm Street from White Street to Wilson Square. While this zoning change can bring definite benefits to the city in tax revenue, some abutters are asking “What’s in it for us?”
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 9:48 pm on December 11, 2011
According to state law, Redevelopment Authorities are empowered to buy and sell property, acquire property through eminent domain, and grant tax concessions. Agenda not available (12/11/11).
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 9:47 pm on
Agenda includes zoning changes to set minimum pervious area requirements and to modify zoning maps for Somerville Ave. from WIlson Square to Porter Square, White St., and Elm St.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 9:45 pm on
Public participation in station designs is essential to making them work with the neighborhoods.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 9:42 pm on
Agenda includes contract awards and (in executive session) watershed land acquisition approval and ratification of collective bargaining agreements with Steelworkers and Massachusetts Organization of State Engineers and Scientists.
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Posted by intrepid a 11:31 pm on December 8, 2011
Surely there are many Somervillians among the many patrons and fans of Traders Joe national (specialty) retail grocery stores. While of little comparison to the retail behemoth in the news these days, Trader Joe’s is not without its problems. The following notice may be of interest.…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 10:23 pm on December 4, 2011
Continuing the Green Line Extension to Mystic Valley Parkway will complete the integration of West Somerville and Medford into the Green Line.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 6:48 pm on
Light rail mass transit is a good thing, but directing commuter rail trains, including diesel trains, through the middle of Cambridge is controversial.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 6:45 pm on
This is the regular meeting of the Somerville Design Review Committee. Agenda not available (12/4/11).
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 6:43 pm on
Agenda includes 343-351 Summer St., a controversial development that includes residential and a replacement for the existing VFW club.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 6:40 pm on
This is the regular meeting of the Mystic River Watershed Steering Committee. This committee, sponsored by the Federal EPA, works to improve water quality and environmental conditions in the Mystic River watershed. Agenda not available (12/4/11).
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 6:38 pm on
The Mystic Riverfront Park upgrades are a big part of the improvements to Assembly Square resulting from the Assembly Square PUD.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 10:51 pm on
Agenda not available (11/29/11). This meeting will most likely discuss property tax percentages for fiscal year 2012.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:57 pm on November 27, 2011
Agenda includes 485 Mystic Valley Pkwy, a project converting the exising Mystic Water Works into 25 affordable units of housing and replacing an existing office building with 35 affordable units.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 4:51 pm on
Agenda includes the acquisition of 258 Somerville Ave. and updates on Assembly Square and Union Square. Note: the Somerville Redevelopment Authority does not have a web page.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 4:19 pm on November 20, 2011
This public hearing will affect property tax percentages for fiscal year 2012, giving revenue implications of various rates. Every Somerville property owner will be affected by this hearing.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 4:16 pm on
Agenda includes an update on the Order of Conditions for Assembly Square and a new fence for the Bike Path Community Garden.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 4:14 pm on
Agenda includes 343-351 Summer St., a mixed-use building including a new VFW hall near Davis Square.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 5:11 pm on November 13, 2011
Attend the launch party for interactivesomeville.org, a new forum for discussions about the Green Line Extension and other events. Managing the GLX extension and its integration with the community requires public participation.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 4:13 pm on
This is a first look at the proposed design for the Community Path. All concerned with the path and the Green Line Extension should show up and comment.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 4:11 pm on
Agenda includes an update on the Somerville Comprehensive Plan and a signage change at a restaurant at 379 Somerville Ave. Note change of venue.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:59 pm on November 6, 2011
It is very important that the public catch up with the Assembly Square T-stop project progress and decisions.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:15 pm on
The comment period ends 11/23/11. This is your chance to provide input to Federal guidelines on access by persons with disabilities.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 6:59 pm on
These meetings are an important way to make your needs known to Somerville government. Show up and make your voice heard.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 10:31 pm on October 31, 2011
This meeting is called by the MBTA to discuss temporary changes in Red Line Service due to construction from Harvard to Alewife Station. The Red Line is a crucial connection between West Somerville and the rest of Boston. If you need it, find out what’s going on.
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Posted by rschusky.livejournal.com/ a 1:17 pm on October 24, 2011
Amethyst Center is again hosting a fundraiser for the Somerville Homeless Coalition, Saturday November 5, 1:00-5:00. “Nourish Your Well Being” will offer short…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 8:02 pm on October 23, 2011
Agenda includes Assembly Square Blocks 1 and 4 and sewer and drain work in Ten Hills. This work helps fulfill the financial conditions needed for the success of the Assembly Square DIF and iCubed programs.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 8:00 pm on
Melissa Hoffer of the Conservation Law Foundation will speak on the role of legal advocacy in environmental protection and restoration.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:55 pm on
This is the regular meeting of the Somerville Design Review Committee. Agenda not posted (10/23/11).
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:53 pm on
Agenda includes 16 Linden St., constructing 5 dwelling units on a lot with 3 existing units for a total of 8.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:50 pm on
Agenda includes a special permit for dry boat storage at 74 Foley Street in Assembly Square, possibly for boats from the Winter Hill Yacht Club.
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Posted by Logan W a 1:11 pm on October 19, 2011
Tuesday October 25, 6:30 pm to 8 pm
West Somerville Neighborhood School, [cafeteria] 177 Powder House Blvd, Somerville, MA
Mayor Curtatone, Alderman Trane and the ResiStat program invite you to…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 5:29 pm on October 16, 2011
Agenda includes 343-351 Summer St. for a special permit to develop a new two to three story mixed-use building consisting of a VFW hall and 31 residential units.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 5:27 pm on
Agenda includes Assembly Square Block 3, a Special Permit for two levels of retail and restaurant, including a 12-screen cinema, with residential above. This development helps fulfil the financial conditions needed for the success of the Assembly Square DIF and iCubed programs.
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Posted by revmolly a 1:46 pm on October 15, 2011
Have you always wanted to know what your alderman really thinks about poverty, immigration, the environment? What if there was an Occupy.Somerville movement–would they support it, and how?
First Church Somerville UCC, a progressive…
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Posted by SomervilleHomelessCoalition a 9:07 am on October 13, 2011
The Somerville Homeless Coalition is hosting the 3rd Annual Tina DeLellis Luncheon on October 21st , from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., at The Highland Kitchen in Somerville. The luncheon is held in memory of…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 8:38 pm on October 9, 2011
Completing the Green Line Extension to Route 16 is essential to Somerville’s future. Make your voice heard.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 8:36 pm on
This hearing is preceded at 6:00 by a Shovel Ready Rally and Mock Groundbreaking in front of Somerville High School to protest Green Line delays. It is essential that the Green Line Extension be carried out on time with responsible attention to environmental impacts.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 8:32 pm on
The Surface Option presented accommodates traffic from the redevelopment of Assembly Square in Somerville (IKEA). We should support it.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 8:29 pm on
The Maintenance Facility is currently located at Option L, as far as possible from Brickbottom. This is a good opportunity to weigh in on this design.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 8:27 pm on
Route 77 connects Porter Square, which adjoins Cambridge, with Harvard, Central, and Kendall Squares, along with Boston and Arlington. If you live near Porter Square, this can affect you directly.
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Posted by Dennis Fischman a 10:36 am on October 7, 2011
What’s so funny about Somerville? Tony V knows.
When supporters of Somerville’s anti-poverty agency, the Community Action Agency of Somerville (CAAS), gather to celebrate another year of working to end poverty where we live…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 1:49 pm on October 1, 2011
Agenda includes 343-351 Summer St. developing a new two to three story mixed-use building consisting of a VFW hall and 31 residential units.
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Posted by Ron Newman a 9:13 am on September 29, 2011
The Somerville Bicycle Committee invites you to ride our 19th Annual Tour de Somerville. This year’s theme is “Arts in the ‘Ville”.
We’ll meet at 10 am on Saturday, October 15 in Seven Hills…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 6:58 pm on September 25, 2011
Agenda includes public hearings on proposed developments at Blocks 1 and 4 of Assembly Square. These developments help fulfill the financial conditions needed for the success of the Assembly Square DIF and iCubed programs.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 6:34 pm on
Agenda likely includes Assembly Square mixed use buildings on Block 3, including a cinema. These proposals help fulfill the financial conditions needed for the success of the Assembly Square DIF and iCubed programs.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 6:32 pm on
Agenda will likely include the Avalon Bay developments at Blocks, 1, 3, and 4 and may include prospects for further development.
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Posted by @BarryRafkind a 9:00 pm on September 24, 2011
As we launch on October 2, we will: take positions on public policies through a democratic process; organize members to directly contact elected officials to support these policies; and help elect and support progressive candidates for public office.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:21 am on September 19, 2011
We will present a summary of the City’s almost finished Comprehensive Plan, followed by discussion. The plan is the product of over two years of work by the Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:18 am on
The group will review the zoning change maps, begin to review the comprehensive plan draft document, and create a map describing future transportation improvements.
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Posted by Bob Filene a 10:22 pm on September 18, 2011
Magic For Smart People
Somerville Theater, Davis Square
Saturday Sept 24
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 6:54 pm on
Agenda likely includes Assembly Square mixed use buildings on Block 3, including a cinema. These proposals help fulfill the financial conditions needed for the success of the Assembly Square DIF and iCubed programs.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 6:49 pm on
Extending the Community Path along the proposed Green Line spur will encourage people to bike and walk through central Somerville.
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Posted by Brittany Peats a 1:06 pm on
Community Cooks, a volunteer organization of neighbors feeding neighbors, is pleased to announce its first annual celebration. Tastes of Community Cooks, an exhibition of food and art, will take place on Sunday, October 2 from 4 – 7 pm at the Somerville Museum at 1 Westwood Road.
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Posted by Dennis Fischman a 3:31 pm on September 13, 2011
Celebrate with the Community Action Agency of Somerville (CAAS), the organization working to end poverty where we live. Enjoy music, refreshments, a look back at the past year and a look ahead at how we are…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 5:51 pm on September 11, 2011
The agenda includes 149-151 Washington St. seeking a Special Permit with Design Review to establish a tattoo parlor.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 5:44 pm on
Free walking tour highlighting American Tube Works complex, workers’ housing in Duck Village, and brick row houses along Summer Street with refreshments served at India Palace.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 3:44 pm on
At this meeting the MPO will vote on whether to ignore the needs of Somerville and Medford residents and push back the Green Line Extension to 2018.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 3:35 pm on
An important improvement to McGrath Highway would be to return it to its original concept, as a ground-level boulevard with predestrian crossings.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 8:05 pm on September 6, 2011
Agenda includes Assembly Square mixed use buildings on Blocks 1, 3, and 4, including a cinema. These proposals help fulfill the financial conditions needed for the success of the Assembly Square DIF and iCubed programs.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 9:41 pm on September 5, 2011
This is a critical meeting to give your comments on the Green Line extension delay. If you can’t attend either meeting, please send your comments by Sept 13.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 9:01 pm on
The agenda should include removing a loading area from the Block 10 restaurant at 133 Middlesex Avenue in Assembly Square.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 8:57 pm on
MAPC is working with neighboring communities to create a network of safe walking routes to connect neighborhoods with the lower Mystic River, Chelsea Creek, Mill Creek, and the Malden River. You can help.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 8:55 pm on
At this meeting, the city will present a proposed rezoning map depicting zoning changes that will allow for mixed-use development in the key gateways of the Porter and Wilson Square areas.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 11:05 pm on August 29, 2011
It is important to reunite neighborhoods, lower traffic speeds, and add more trees to make McGrath Hwy a boulevard.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 10:58 pm on
The Green Line Extension, a legal obligation of the Commonwealth, has been dropped from the 2012-2015 TIP and delayed until 2018. This not only deprives Somerville of long-needed transit access, it jeopardizes the state’s access to Federal transportation funding.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 2:15 pm on August 7, 2011
The agenda includes a continuance of the review of 343 – 351 Summer St. (site of the existing George Dilboy VFW Post #529) to August 24.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 2:10 pm on
The agenda includes a staff update on transportation plans for the Boston region, and most likely includes postponing the Green Line Extension another 5 years.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 8:51 pm on July 24, 2011
The agenda includes 343 – 351 Summer St. (site of the existing George Dilboy VFW Post #529) to build a new two to three story mixed-use building consisting of a VFW hall and 31 residential units with parking lot.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 8:49 pm on
Check out the conceptual proposals and make your views known. Written comments submitted will be posted on the DCR website.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 8:17 pm on July 17, 2011
This is a good chance for Somerville residents to help improve our river frontage in Assembly Square.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 10:37 pm on July 1, 2011
The agenda includes a public hearing on another extension of the IKEA permits and a continuation of the 378-390 Somerville Avenue development, which is controversial.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 10:35 pm on
Among other business, extending a permit to replace a one-story commercial structure at 292 Beacon Street with a larger 2-1/2 story commercial and residential development.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:33 pm on June 26, 2011
The agenda includes a (continued) public hearing for final approval of the PUD for Assembly Square Block 10 and a hearing for constructing a restaurant on the site. The 378-390 Somerville Avenue hearing is being continued to July 14.
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Posted by dtaylor a 10:58 am on June 22, 2011
Greetings all. Just a reminder about next week’s community meeting: On Monday, June 27, 6:30-8 p.m., please join Mayor Curtatone, Alderman Gewirtz, at-large aldermen, City officials…
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Posted by SomervilleHomelessCoalition a 3:05 pm on June 21, 2011
Somerville residents interested in a night of social action and rock and roll are invited to come out Wed., June 29th, for a mid-week benefit titled “Johnny D’s End Homelessness Bash”. The benefit will be…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:17 pm on June 19, 2011
The agenda includes annotating city maps with possible locations of transformational districts, neighborhood infill districts, and other land use categories.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 2:09 pm on June 12, 2011
The agenda includes a (continued) public hearing for final approval of the PUD for Assembly Square Block 10 and also a hearing for constructing a restaurant in Assembly Square.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 2:05 pm on
Among other business, the agenda includes converting an auto parts warehouse business to personal trainer and artist studios.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 1:56 pm on
Among other business, the agenda includes reviewing the PUD for Assembly Square Block 10 and a proposed restaurant in Assembly Square.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 12:14 pm on June 4, 2011
The Inner Belt, soon to have a new Green Line T-Stop, is one of the few locations in Somerville still available for transformation into an economic powerhouse for Somerville.
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Posted by Gretchen Kinder a 12:26 pm on June 1, 2011
Wednesday, June 8th from 1:00-3:00 PM at Somerville High School (81 Highland Avenue)
The First Annual Somerville Public Schools Choral Festival featuring the Grammy award winning Swingle Singers from London, The Spivey Hall Childrens…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:09 pm on May 30, 2011
The agenda includes a public hearing for final approval of the PUD for Assembly Square Block 10 and also a hearing for constructing a restaurant in Assembly Square.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:06 pm on
Among other business, the agenda includes establishing a bus and taxi rental, storage and servicing use on 21 Third Avenue in the Inner Belt. (Somerville could want to use the Inner Belt for a higher use at this point.)
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:00 pm on
MassDOT and the MBTA are hosting a series of Green Line station design workshops, one for each proposed stop. It is important to integrate the new Green Line stations with the community and with the proposed Community Path. Your participation can help with this process.
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Posted by Alain Jehlen a 10:01 pm on May 26, 2011
Somerville Voices will hold an open meeting this Sunday, May 29, 6 to 8 pm at the Visiting Nurses assisted living facility, 259 Lowell Street. Come with your ideas for making our blog better…
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Posted by SomClimateAction a 12:19 pm on
Join us for an evening of festivities, fun and film as we kick off our new campaign
to get 350 NEW actions to make Somerville a cleaner, greener, healthier place to live
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Posted by Anne a 10:25 pm on May 24, 2011
A2Empowerment will hold a phenomenally fun benefit event featuring Boston’s fantastic, one-and-only all-women swing orchestra, The Mood Swings. Join us June 18th, 2011 at the George Dilboy VFW Post in Davis Square, Somerville, from 7-11…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 4:20 pm on May 22, 2011
Potential zoning changes include architectural design, height, uses, setbacks, dimensional configuration, and parking for each of the key gateways: Wilson Square, Somerville Avenue, White Street, Elm Street, and Mossland Street, as well as the MBTA Air Rights.
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Posted by Denise Taylor a 1:11 pm on May 18, 2011
Please note that the Ward 6 ResiStat Community Meeting has been rescheduled. Originally planned for Tuesday, May 24, the meeting will now be held Monday, June 27, 6:30-8 p.m. at Ciampa Manor, 27 College Ave., Davis…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 4:41 pm on May 15, 2011
Among other updates, the group will likely review an analysis by MassDOT and the MBTA on the feasibility of incorporating a light rail vehicle support facility into the Boston Engine Terminal.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 12:55 pm on
This is one of the final hurdles for the long-awaited Orange Line T-Stop at Assembly Square. Please support this development. A T-Stop at Assembly Square will unlock the potential of the site and make possible what Somerville has wanted for more than a decade.
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Posted by Danielle Fitzgerald a 9:26 pm on May 10, 2011
Barber will discuss her campaign to bring the community together and advocate for the residents of Somerville.
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Posted by rschusky.livejournal.com/ a 7:46 pm on May 9, 2011
Join us for a day of well being: have some refreshments, meet the members of Amethyst Center, and get to know what we do. For a donation to the Somerville Homeless Coalition, experience what our…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:40 pm on
The agenda includes adding a structure above the hockey rink at Conway Park on Somerville Avenue.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:38 pm on
This is the third in a series of meetings about extending the Green Line to Mystic Valley Parkway. This meeting is part of a visioning process examining the effects of a potential Mystic Valley Parkway station on the planned Green Line Extension to Somerville and Medford. This session will be an opportunity to share with them your ideas, questions, and aspirations for the project.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:34 pm on
MassDOT and the MBTA are hosting a session to introduce the members of the new Green Line Extension project team. This session will be an opportunity to share with them your ideas, questions, and aspirations for the project.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 7:31 pm on
This is one of the final hurdles for the boardwalk under the Wellington Bridge where Rt. 28 passes over the Mystic River at Assembly Square. Please support this development. Lack of a safe, convenient path under Rt. 28 has severed 10 Hills from Assembly Square for a long time.
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Posted by Gretchen Kinder a 10:29 pm on May 7, 2011
At Somerville High School (81 Highland Avenue), String Spring Fling – an annual concert featuring most students learning violin and other stringed instruments in the Somerville Public Schools…
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Posted by Gretchen Kinder a 10:29 pm on
“Bringing Children and Stories Together” a workshop to help parents of young children learn strategies for sharing stories with their children to nurture creativity and other important developmental skills. This will take place at the…
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Posted by Gretchen Kinder a 10:28 pm on
“Bullying: A Community Training” – featuring opportunities for families to ask questions about the bullying law and the District’s bullying plan will take place at the Argenziano School (290 Washington Street)…
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Posted by Gretchen Kinder a 10:27 pm on
Somerville High School Scholarship Night where scholarships are awarded to students in the Class of 2011 are announced and celebrated. Come join us in congratulating everyone!…
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Posted by markaf a 9:54 pm on
The Somerville Homeless Coalition will hold their annual meeting Thursday, May 12th, at 6:30 pm at its offices in the basement of One Davis Square. This is an open meeting and all are welcome. The…
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Posted by @BarryRafkind a 11:48 am on May 6, 2011
From local jobs, to development, to budget cuts … what are the issues facing Somerville? It’s a local election year and it’s time to talk about the issues candidates and elected officials need to address! Come to the PDS Spring Potluck and join in the discussion!…
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Posted by emilyh a 10:31 pm on May 4, 2011
We’ll begin with WATERS OF MISSI-TUK – a 27-minute documentary that takes a 400-year historical review of development of the Mystic River Watershed – followed by THE WORK OF 1000, about environmental visionary and citizen-activist Marion Stoddart, who helped turn the Nashua River from one of the most polluted rivers in America into a clean, healthy environment for wildlife and people.
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Posted by dtaylor a 10:42 am on May 3, 2011
Neighborhood Meetings in Each of the City’s Seven Wards Start May 9
Meet with the Mayor, your ward and at-large aldermen, City officials, Somerville Police representatives, and your neighbors to get updates on City and Ward news and discuss the issues important to you. Each meeting will include a presentation as well as an open Q&A from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. where you can bring up your concerns and ideas. A Meet & Greet with light refreshments from 7:30 to 8 p.m. will follow and conversations can continue there. All locations are wheelchair accessible.…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 3:35 pm on
The agenda includes as item #8 (“Request of MassDOT Legal and Planning Departments to authorize the execution of a Public Funding Agreement for the construction of the Assembly Square Station on the Orange Line”).
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 3:34 pm on
This is the final discussion and vote on the DIF bond issue. The City should issue these bonds only with a signed commitment to the “best effort” of Federal Realty to bring R&D/office into Assembly Square.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 3:30 pm on
The agenda is to discuss the Assembly Row Bond issue and a petition by 60 Somerville residents to ensure that development financed by the Assembly Row DIF yield jobs for Somerville residents.
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Posted by wingtips a 1:21 pm on April 25, 2011
The Somerville Human Rights Commission will hold a fund raiser at the Friday, April 29th performance of John Shea’s racially charged play, “The Painter.” The performance will be at the Unity Church, 6 William Street, (corner of College Ave. and William Street,) at 8:00pm. A talk back, hosted by Sonja Darai, will follow the performance and issues in the play: racial intolerance, violence and hatred, will be discussed with Shea, director Robert Lublin and actors, Michael Nurse and Jared Wright. …
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Posted by Warren Goldstein-Gelb a 2:28 pm on April 19, 2011
Hungry for something different? Then check out YUM: A Taste of Immigrant City. A fundraiser for the Somerville-based The Welcome Project, YUM will feature an array of culinary delights to tickle the taste buds and delight the senses. The event takes place at Arts for the Armory on April 27.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 4:11 pm on April 17, 2011
This is a presentation and panel discussion on how to finance public transportation in Massachusetts. Paying for public transportation has proved a critical problem in the current economic and political environment.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 3:41 pm on
The Committee is calling this meeting to further discuss the Assembly Row DIF Bond issue. If Assembly Row is not developed to produce a high enough tax base, the city could end up repaying this bond from general funds.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 3:35 pm on
Among other business, this meeting will address economic development in Magoun Square, possible use of the Massachusetts Economic Development Incentive Program, and the status of the Comprehensive Plan.
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Posted by wingtips a 1:19 pm on April 16, 2011
Come see John Shea’s play, The Painter at Unity Church, 6 William St., Somerville. A story of race, class and power. April 16, 22, 23, 29, 30. All shows 8:00pm. Tickets, $15.00. For tickets, information…
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Posted by DARBI Events a 10:10 pm on April 13, 2011
Thursday, April 28, 5:30-7:30pm. Please join us for some pizza and mingling at our next (monthly) DARBI cocktail hour. April’s location is Flatbread Pizza (45 Day St.).
Also, if you have any suggestions on…
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Posted by DARBI Events a 10:09 pm on
Wednesday, April 20, noon-1:30pm. Come join other Davis-area business people for our monthly networking lunch at Johnny D’s. An opportunity to meet, exchange ideas and build community. $10 for members; $12 for non-members (CASH ONLY)…
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Posted by emilyh a 6:08 pm on
Community Works invites you to our 4th annual benefit
Share a Laugh with comedienne Wendy Liebman & Friends!
at the Somerville Theater in Davis Square, Thursday, April 21 at 8pm.
Support…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 6:56 pm on April 10, 2011
This is a continuation of the 3/31/11 Assembly Row DIF Bond hearing. If Assembly Row is not developed to produce a high enough tax base, the city could end up repaying this bond from general funds.
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Posted by aboutonething a 6:10 am on
On the heels of Tom Waits’ induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, P.A.’s Lounge hosts a Tom Waits Tribute on April 30, 2011 to benefit the Somerville Homeless Coalition.
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Posted by Adam Rich a 11:15 pm on April 7, 2011
Save Our Somerville is running a soccer tournament on Patriots’ Day Monday, April 18th (rain or shine). The tournament will be held at Glen Park (Glen St. next to the Capuano School). Middle School sign-ins will be at 8:00 AM. High School and Adult sign-ins will be at 10:30 AM.…
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Posted by SomervilleHomelessCoalition a 11:14 pm on
Support housing and community, and enjoy a lively event in Somerville Apr. 23rd.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 10:19 pm on April 5, 2011
This meeting includes, among other business, a zoning amendment to change the definition of “pervious area” and update minimum pervious area requirements (comment period closed).
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Posted by Josh Craft a 10:49 pm on April 4, 2011
Without a doubt, these are challenging times – the struggle for democracy in North Africa and the Middle East, the impending nuclear disaster in Japan, and a recent union defeat in Wisconsin. Progressive values in our community, state, and country are under attack by Big Money and there seems to be no end in sight.
Unless we do something about it, starting in our own communities, starting now.…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 9:54 pm on April 3, 2011
Convened to discuss the Assembly Row DIF Bond proposal. If Assembly Row is not developed to produce a high enough tax base, the city could end up repaying this bond from general funds.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 9:52 pm on
Agenda includes current GLX status, Community Path status, new consultant team, and station designs.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 9:50 pm on
This is a public meeting of the Somerville Conservation Commission to review and accept the MBTA Assembly Square Station Order of Conditions.
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Posted by Pat Jehlen a 9:20 pm on
The budget crisis continues, as local aid and programs from those for disabled children to assistance for vulnerable seniors are threatened with cuts or closure. This year’s budget promises to be the worst yet. So what can we do this year?
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Posted by intrepid a 1:18 pm on April 1, 2011
Saturday April 2, 2011 @ Congregation B’nai Brith of Somerville
201 Central Street
Performances by local groups Shir Appeal and Honorable Menschen
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Posted by Vanessa Rule a 12:54 pm on March 31, 2011
Representative Denise Provost and Somerville Climate Action Film Series present:
GASLAND on Monday April 11th, 6:30 pm, followed by a discussion with Denise Hard, Director of New England Food and Water Watch.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 12:28 pm on March 27, 2011
Among other business, this meeting will hold a public hearing on the Special Permit with Site Plan Review for the Assembly Square self-storage facility, 50 Middlesex Avenue.
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Posted by Alain Jehlen a 10:48 am on March 25, 2011
Somerville Voices will hold an open meeting Sunday, March 27, 6 to 8 pm, at the Visiting Nurses Assisted Living community, 259 Lowell Street. Come with your ideas for our blog…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 4:41 pm on March 23, 2011
Among other business, this meeting will deal with the proposed self-storage facility at 50 Middlesex Ave. in Assembly Square.
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Posted by Vanessa Rule a 7:46 pm on March 20, 2011
FILM SCREENING
Somerville Climate Action & Representative Denise Provost Film Series present
The Economics of Happiness
followed by a discussion with Julie Matthaei, Economics Professor at Wellesley College
Monday March 28th, 6:30…
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Posted by Josh Craft a 7:40 pm on

We are all aware that climate change is here, it is dangerous to our communities, and we must do what we can to reverse and
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Posted by Somerville Public Library a 7:39 pm on
You’re invited to the Central Library (79 Highland Avenue) on Satuday, March 12th at 2:00 p.m. to meet Bobby Martini and Elayne Keratsis, authors of Citizen Somerville: Growing Up with the Winter Hill
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Posted by CWShareALaugh a 7:37 pm on
American Comedy Award winner, Wendy Liebman, will be performing at the Somerville Theatre in Davis Square (55 Davis Square. Somerville, MA 02144) on April 21st.
Wendy is a nationally famed comedian, who has been…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 3:47 pm on
If Assembly Row is not developed to produce a high enough tax base, the city could end up repaying this bond from general funds.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 3:42 pm on
Communities are coming together to rebuild more human scale, ecological economies based on a new paradigm – an economics of localization.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 3:38 pm on
Includes a public hearing on changes to the definition of “pervious area” in the zoning and to require a minimum pervious area in certain districts.
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Posted by @BarryRafkind a 11:56 pm on March 13, 2011
The following email was just sent out to the mayor’s Young Somerville Advisory Group :
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Hey Young Somerville –
A quick reminder that our next formal meeting will be this Wednesday…
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Posted by @BarryRafkind a 10:36 pm on
The STA Annual Meeting
March 15, 2011 (3:15 PM)
Capuano School
As announced today by @somerteachers on www.SomervilleTeachers.com
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Posted by @BarryRafkind a 10:32 pm on March 12, 2011
The City Democratic Committee presents special guest, Representative Mike Moran (Brighton) House Chair of Elections to speak about the re-districting process and its implications.
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Posted by SomervilleHomelessCoalition a 9:45 pm on March 8, 2011
Calling all music lovers! Four Boston area musicians will be hosting a benefit concert for the Somerville Homeless Coalition, aptly-titled “An Evening of Music, Bach & Bolling.”…
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Posted by Friends of the Community Path a 9:38 pm on
Please join us in our efforts to connect the Minuteman Bikeway and Charles River path networks, by extending the Community Path!…
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Posted by Susan Klimczak a 10:23 pm on March 7, 2011
All are welcome to attend the Somerville High School ePortfolio Project Final Presentations and Pizza Party on Monday 7 March from 5-7pm at the Somerville High School Library. Come see the accomplishments of our youth…
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Posted by bmangum411 a 1:35 pm on March 1, 2011
Join Historic Somerville on Thursday night, March 3rd, 7-8PM for a lecture by John Roderick, Somerville resident, train and RR enthusiast and past editor of the magazine of the Boston and Maine RR Historical Society
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Posted by ecapurso a 11:28 pm on February 28, 2011
Flatbread @ Sacco’s Bowl Haven in Somerville’s Davis Square is sponsoring a charity event for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Dorchester . Flatbread will donate $3.50 for every large and $1.75 for every small…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 9:00 pm on February 22, 2011
Among other business, this meeting will deal with the proposed self-storage facility at 50 Middlesex Ave. in Assembly Square, and with changes to the design of 100 Temple St. (St. Polycarp Redevelopment).
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Posted by Alain Jehlen a 5:56 pm on
Come with your ideas about our community blog! Sunday, Feb. 27, 6 to 8 pm, Visiting Nurses assisted living community, 259 Lowell Street…
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Posted by wingtips a 4:53 pm on
Long before the arrest of Harvard Professor Henry Louis Gates, Jr., made race and class national topics of debate, there was John Shea’s, “The Painter.” When an Irish immigrant painter and his renowned African-American boss come…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 2:39 pm on February 20, 2011
These meetings provide an important opportunity to weigh in on the direction Somerville is setting for its future.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 2:27 pm on
The Governing Body determines how much of the tax increment from DIF districts is used for district improvements and how much is returned to the city general fund.
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Posted by dshugrue a 5:08 pm on February 16, 2011
After Bucking National Trend in 2010, Aiming for Even More participation in 2011
Somerville Little League registration for the Spring season is open. …
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Posted by Rand Wilson a 10:40 am on
More than 50 Somerville residents signed a petition requesting a hearing by the Board of Alderman on union jobs and local hiring.
The hearing will be at 6:00 PM on February 17. There will be a short rally beforehand at 5:45 PM.…
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Posted by @BarryRafkind a 10:36 pm on February 13, 2011
The monthly public meeting of the Human Rights Commission will be at 6:30pm at SCALE in the TAB at 167 Holland Street (basement level, room #103) The agenda is:
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 3:49 pm on
At this meeting the group will continue to build maps showing future development districts in Somerville.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 3:46 pm on
At this meeting the group will continue to build maps showing future development districts in Somerville.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 3:43 pm on
At this meeting the group will continue to build maps showing future development districts in Somerville.
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Posted by timdevin a 8:33 pm on February 8, 2011
“History of Somerville, 2010-2100″ book reading and talk at the library on February 23.
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Posted by Alain Jehlen a 8:44 pm on February 7, 2011
Data walls are number 2 on the agenda of the School Committee’s Education Programs Subcommittee meeting Tuesday, Feb. 8, 7 pm, 42 Cross Street. …
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 4:07 pm on February 5, 2011
This important connection was omitted from the current Green Line Extension due to lack of funds. It needs your support!
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Posted by Alain Jehlen a 9:29 am on February 3, 2011
Come bring your ideas for our community blog!
Sunday, Feb. 6, from 6 to 8 pm at the Visiting Nurses assisted living community, 259 Lowell Street…
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Posted by Vanessa Rule a 10:24 pm on February 1, 2011
Somerville is embarking on a year long 350 Actions Challenge! Somerville Climate Action and partner organizations (in this case theMOVE), will be helping our community take 350 tangible steps to build a resilient, just, and sustainable community.
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Posted by thedawid a 9:41 pm on
We’re bringing all the CSAs together to get you the info you need to get signed up — meet the folks who grow your food, and bring your checkbook to reserve a share!
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 5:21 pm on January 30, 2011
This hearing will receive public input on the use of union labor at the MaxPac site.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 5:14 pm on
Cases include a special permit for Medium Retail and Service uses at 130 Broadway.
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Posted by eila a 3:08 pm on January 24, 2011
MA DOT holding a Public hearing on Broadway Streetscape improvement Project on January 26, 2011 at the Cross Street Senior Center, 7 pm. Public Comments are also accepted via mail.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 3:15 pm on January 23, 2011
This is the meeting to get to! The group will begin a city-wide land use map showing the proposed development areas and their categorizations.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 3:13 pm on
At this meeting STEP is likely to discuss the current status of the Green Line Extension, the Community Path, and the Assembly Square Orange Line T-Stop.
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Posted by timdevin a 5:59 pm on January 22, 2011
Community art project at the Nave Gallery.
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Posted by Alain Jehlen a 9:49 pm on January 20, 2011
Come share your ideas for our community blog. We’ll meet this Sunday, Jan. 23, 6 to 8 pm at the Visiting Nurses assisted living community, 259 Lowell Street…
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Posted by DARBI Events a 9:44 pm on
The ball has dropped, 2011 is upon us, and we’ve shoveled more snow than most Alaskans will all year. We here at DARBI feel your back pain and have the perfect fix for those winter blahs: January Cocktail Hour!
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Posted by Linda Conte a 9:50 pm on January 18, 2011
The Benjamin Brown School, 201 Willow Ave, invites interested parents and guardians of preschoolers and school-age children to its Open House this week,Wednesday through Friday, 8:30 am to 1:30 pm. In addition, prospective families are…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 9:21 pm on January 16, 2011
This meeting will discuss a petition for a public hearing on the use of union labor at the MaxPac site, along with a home-rule petition to streamline administration.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 9:17 pm on
This meeting will discuss a five-story residential building at 378-390 Somerville Avenue, among other business.
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Posted by Jen Capuano a 11:21 pm on January 14, 2011
Come hear about the Healey School – and see if it is good fit for your child and family. Teachers, students, the principal and parents will speak about the Healey School, how we teach and learn and how the redesign process is going.
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Posted by Gretchen Kinder a 8:54 pm on January 11, 2011
Somerville Family & Community Connections
Location: Argenziano School
For more information please visit www.somerville.k12.ma.us/families or call 617-625-6600 extention 6966…
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Posted by Gretchen Kinder a 8:52 pm on
Presented by RCS Behavioral Educational Consulting, Special Education SPED PAC
Register by 1/27/11
Location: Kennedy School
For more information please visit www.somerville.k12.ma.us/families or call 617-625-6600 extention 6966…
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Posted by Gretchen Kinder a 8:51 pm on
Presented by Margie Daniels, Director, Middlesex Partnerships for Youth
Location: Somerville High School Auditorium
For more information please visit www.somerville.k12.ma.us/families or call 617-625-6600 extention 6966…
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Posted by Gretchen Kinder a 8:51 pm on
Presented by Susan Senator, author of The Autism Mom’s Survival Guide, Special Education SPED PAC.
Register by 2/21/11
Location: Kennedy School
For more information please visit www.somerville.k12.ma.us/families or call 617-625-6600 extention 6966…
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Posted by Gretchen Kinder a 8:47 pm on
Presented by Honey Schnapp and Nomi Davidson, from Somerville Family & Community connections.
March 14, 6:30 to 8 pm. Register by 3/9/11
Location: Argenziano School
For more information please visit www.somerville.k12.ma.us/families or…
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Posted by Gretchen Kinder a 8:35 pm on
Presented by Honey Schnapp from Somerville Family Community Connections.
Register by 3/21/11
Location: Argenziano School
For more information please visit www.somerville.k12.ma.us/families or call 617-625-6600 extention 6966…
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Posted by Gretchen Kinder a 8:31 pm on
All Somerville families are welcome to sign up for playgroups. Enrollment is limited to one playgroup per family throughout the city so that we may provide playgroups to as many Somerville children as possible. Registration from Monday, February 7 – Tuesday, February 8.…
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Posted by tanyapaglia a 8:46 pm on January 10, 2011
Please join us in our efforts to extend the Community Path to the Charles River!
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 5:06 pm on January 9, 2011
At this meeting, the committee will work toward a consensus on the Goals and Actions and begin work on land use mapping.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 5:00 pm on
Every development in Somerville should contribute to meeting our environmental goals. Assembly Square should not be exempted.
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Posted by Alain Jehlen a 11:34 am on January 6, 2011
Come share your ideas for improving our blog in 2011!
Sunday, January 9, 6 to 8 at the Visiting Nurses assisted living community, 259 Lowell Street…
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Posted by Rand Wilson a 12:15 pm on January 3, 2011
Union members and community activists concerned about jobs at the future MaxPac development on Clyde Street held a meeting on Jan 4th.
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Posted by Alain Jehlen a 12:02 pm on December 15, 2010
A friend of mine is organizing a winter solstice flashmob. Her message: “The Winter Solstice is Tuesday, 12/21 (same date, forwards and back!) at 6:38 pm. Come to the Prospect Hill Tower at 6:30 and bring light & music makers—flashlights, cell phones, sparklers, drums, kazoos, trumpets, fiddles …. …
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Posted by Gretchen Kinder a 1:56 pm on December 14, 2010
Come enjoy and appreciate the hard work and talents of the student performers from Somerville High School and Somerville’s elementary schools as they put on their annual production. This year they will be presenting “Willy…
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Posted by emilyh a 10:54 am on December 13, 2010
Drought, climate change, and even war are all directly related to the way we are treating dirt. State Representative Denise Provost and Somerville Climate Action present: DIRT! THE MOVIE, followed by a discussion
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 5:26 pm on December 12, 2010
Cases include revision to a special permit for 199 residential units at 56-61 Clyde Street and review of six ZBA cases.
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Posted by John Teves a 2:11 am on December 11, 2010
The following programs are available at the Veterans Memorial Rink in Somerville.
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Posted by Somerville Public Library a 1:05 am on December 10, 2010
As promised, here’s the lineup of family films that we’ll be showing at the Central Library one Saturday afternoon per month at 2:00 p.m.
January 15th:
Muppets from Space
February 12th:
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Posted by Alain Jehlen a 9:40 am on December 9, 2010
[Posted for Paul Bockelman] Local celebrity Tom Champion, known as “the Voice of Somerville,” will make a special guest appearance Saturday, Dec. 11, at 4 p.m. when the Somerville Community Chorus closes its 25th anniversary…
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Posted by Ron Newman a 3:45 pm on December 8, 2010
Please join the Somerville Bicycle Committee on Saturday evening, Dec 18, to celebrate the coming of winter and year round cycling. We will enjoy a casual bike tour to see some of the city’s…
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Posted by Somerville Public Library a 12:15 pm on December 6, 2010
A few weeks ago I posted a question: what would draw you to a free film at the Library? I got a small amount of feedback through the Library’s blog, Facebook, and by talking with…
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Posted by Friends of the Community Path a 10:01 am on
We will be prioritizing our action list this meeting. We are looking for new members to help us with our mission of extending the Community Path (along part of the future Green Line route) to the Charles River.
Meeting is at the VNA, 259 Lowell Street.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 6:15 pm on December 5, 2010
The agenda includes the MBTA Green Line Maintenance Facility, including air rights and a possible stadium, and impacts of the Green Line track layout around Brickbottom.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 6:12 pm on
Putting the Grand Junction in use will increase rail traffic next to Brickbottom, which already lives with existing Commuter Rail service and shortly will live with the Green Line extension.
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Posted by Alain Jehlen a 3:51 pm on December 3, 2010
Come share ideas for improving our community blog!
Sunday, Dec. 5, from 6 to 8 pm, at the Visiting Nurses assisted living community, 259 Lowell Street…
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Posted by eila a 2:29 pm on December 2, 2010
On December 6 at 6 pm, Alderman White and the Public Safety Committee will hold a Special Hearing to understand the justification for using brick paver materials in the recently constructed Somerville Avenue crosswalks. The vibrations from such materials hurts wheelchair drivers, and causes additional discomfort for people with visual and balance impairments.
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Posted by DARBI Events a 12:32 pm on
On Saturday, December 4th, Somerville comes alive with a bounty of holiday shopping. An array craft markets and retail events all taking place this day makes Somerville the place to find something for everyone on…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 12:28 pm on December 1, 2010
If implemented as planned, this DIF will very likely result in developments that only cover debt service on the DIF bonds themselves. The rest of Somerville will pay for the city services required by those developments.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 12:24 pm on
If implemented incorrectly, self-storage in Assembly Square could discourage higher-value uses, which we need more than ever now that infrastructure and Orange Line funding have gone away.
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Posted by DARBI Events a 4:35 pm on November 30, 2010
This Thursday, December 2nd, come to Davis Square and experience Midnight Madness! This event is put on by DARBI (Davis Area Resident/Business Initiative) every year to help support local retailers.
Special shopping hours are…
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Posted by Rand Wilson a 4:07 pm on November 28, 2010
Residents of Somerville concerned about the development of the old MaxPak paper factory where 199 units of new housing are being built will picket and rally for jobs at the entrance to the site (56-61 Clyde Street) in Somerville, MA on Thursday, Dec 2 from 6:00 to 9:00 AM.…
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Posted by @BarryRafkind a 4:53 pm on November 25, 2010
Where: West Somerville Neighborhood School, 177 Powderhouse Boulevard
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Posted by Jennifer Lawrence a 4:14 pm on November 23, 2010
Press Release Contact: Meridith Levy
Somerville Community Corporation
617 776 5931×242
Somerville, MA—participants of Community Corridor Planning (CCP) will be presenting a Community Action Agenda on December 2nd, 2010 at the Capuano…
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Posted by Pat Jehlen a 4:28 pm on November 21, 2010
The OPENAIR Circus is holding a deliciousraiser… no… fundraiser at
Flatbread Pizza in Davis Sq. on November 23.
The OAC is a non-profit volunteer-run Somerville-based organization which
teaches 200 students each summer a variety…
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 11:08 pm on November 20, 2010
The public is invited to make suggestions about pedestrian, bicycle, and bus access to the station, as well as safety lighting, station design, comfort, signs and area maps.
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Posted by David Dahlbacka a 1:53 pm on November 19, 2010
Under the proposed DIF, increases in Assembly Square tax revenue would be diverted to pay for the infrastructure. If tax revenues were inadequate, the taxpayers would foot the bill.
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Posted by @BarryRafkind a 11:45 am on
Location:
Somerville City Club
20 Inner Belt Road
Somerville, MA 02143
Centro Presente
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Posted by Alain Jehlen a 12:40 am on
Come share your ideas for making our blog better!
Sunday, Nov. 21, 6 to 8 pm at the Visiting Nurses Assisted Living community, 259 Lowell St…
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