Today (Wednesday April 13) at the Somerville Theatre is the Business Town Meeting VI with Mayor Joe Curtatone, doors opens at 5 p.m., program begins 5:30, a question and answer period after the Mayor gives his talk on the city’s Business Economic Agenda. The sponsor is Middlesex Federal Savings Bank, a special networking reception at Johnny D’s produced by the Somerville Chamber of Commerce’s. Contact the Chamber office at smackey@somervillechamber.org

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A big thank you and note of appreciation to the postal ladies at the Winter Hill Post Office,  both of them always have a nice smile, and are always,  just as important very helpful to the public. Many times a week several of us from the paper are in and out of there, we thought we would mention how nice these ladies are, say hi to them with a smile and mention you read it here.  We know they are also great fans of our Ms. Cam’s Olio questions.

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Don’t forget for a free eye exam, the Somerville Lion’s Club is having the Lion’s Eyemoblie back here in the city at the Healy School Tuesday April 19 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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We hear that Lady J is up to it again, she was spotted we hear dumping more of our papers from last week’s delivery, apparently she was trying to hide something from the elderly that constantly look for the paper out in the hall. We get calls from several of the elderly at the various functions complaining no papers but the delivery guy was just there. We understand another employee caught her doing this again.  We hear through the grapevine Demo man, her husband, has been trying to get the paper from printing anything more. Now we deliver to 170 locations throughout the city, and we’re online if someone wants to read the paper they can.

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We wish our friend Jim Campano who hosts “Somerville Pundit” show, on local cable every Wednesday evening, as well as a former candidate for Alderman in Ward 6. Jim is at home now after major surgery last week. He even did his TV show last Wednesday, after being home for just a day.    Jim has been walking Davis Square as part of his therapy so when you see him out, wish him well.

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Happy birthday to Courtney Rogers. Courtney’s a dynamite girl, Somerville resident as well as former gold medalist skater for US Figure Skating. We wish her all the best!   Also celebrating his birthday in the Ville is our good friend Joseph Jeffres, a nice guy.

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Join us at the Central Library on Saturday, April 16 at 11:00 a.m. for the second in a four-part series of yoga classes for children ages three to six. Yoga poses, breathing exercises, yoga songs and games are incorporated into these dynamic and engaging classes for children.  Rest and meditation are important aspects of each class as well.  Children will be taken on a new “yoga adventure” and use their imaginations to take them to faraway lands. Each class is limited to 12 children on a first come-first served basis. Janine Duffy is a certified yoga instructor for children through Radiant Child Yoga. This free program is funded by the Friends of the Library.

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Join the Central Library on Wednesday, April 20 at 11:00 a.m. as educators from Bugworks bring “Bugology” to the East Branch Library (115 Broadway.)  “Bugology” is a one-hour, hands-on program that features live animals.  It is intended for kids in grades K and up.  The program is designed to introduce kids to the unique universe of bugs and to teach them new ways to observe, understand, and appreciate invertebrates. Bugworks is an educational company that specializes in exciting science enrichment programs featuring live insects and other arthropods.  Bugworks’s programs offer quality instruction and emphasize respect for the animals they teach about. This free program is funded by the Friends of the Library.  All are welcome.

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Go to the Central Library on Wednesday, April 20 at 11:00 a.m. and meet Dyan deNapoli, The Penguin Lady, who will present a program that’s all about penguins!  You’ll learn about the biology and behavior of these amazing birds while participating in an interactive experience that’s presented in a game-show format.  The program is recommended for kids ages 7-12 and families. Dyan deNapoli is a recognized penguin expert, educator, and author of the new book, The Great Penguin Rescue.  After working closely with the penguin colony at Boston’s prestigious New England Aquarium for nine years, she founded her company, The Penguin Lady, to teach audiences worldwide about the biology, behavior, and conservation of these fascinating seabirds.

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Congratulations to Donna and Anthony Alibrandi who will be celebrating their 49th wedding anniversary here in the Ville!

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Save Our Somerville is running a soccer tournament on Patriots’ Day Monday, April 18 (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 a.m. High School and Adult sign-ins will be at 10:30 a.m. Even if you don’t play soccer, please come out and learn more about SOS events and spread the word. We are playing 6-10 person teams including goalies and subs. Registration will be in three divisions: Middle School – Ages 14 and under only, $5 per person; High School – Ages 14-18, $75 per team; and Adults – Ages 18+, $75 per team. To register your team or get more information call Adam Rich at (617) 620-9994 or e-mail DoggintheVille@aol.com.
Save Our Somerville organizers say Somerville Youth Soccer League and the Somerville Recreation Department have offered their continued support. Awards Unlimited, located on Broadway in East Somerville, donated the trophies.