Artwork by Kari Percival.

Free, family-friendly events May 2-8 highlight local sustainability efforts

Community members are invited to celebrate SustainaVille Week 2026, Somerville’s annual week-long series of free events and workshops showcasing the city’s climate progress, creativity, and goals and sharing useful tips and information.

“Climate action thrives when we take it on together as a community,” said Mayor Jake Wilson. “Whether you’re a seasoned climate advocate, just discovering Somerville’s climate initiatives, or looking to make a sustainable change at home, we look forward to celebrating, learning, and taking climate action with you.”

2026 marks the ninth year of SustainaVille Week, with events coordinated by the Office of Sustainability and Environment.

 2026 Events: All information on somervillema.gov/sustainavilleweek

SustainaVille Book Club
Date/Time: Monday, May 4, 6:15-7:30 p.m. 
Where: West Branch Library, 40 College Ave, Somerville, MA 02144
About: Book lovers are invited to meet OSE staff, neighbors, and author Cate Mimgoya-LaFortune to discuss her book, “Climate Action for Busy People” .

Compost Give Away
Date/Time: Tuesday, May 5, 1-5 p.m. 
Where: Glen Park Community Garden, 150 Glen Street, Somerville, MA 02145
About: Pick up free, finished compost and learn about the City’s free curbside food waste collection pilot program in East Somerville. Learn more at somervillema.gov/foodwaste.

Energy Efficiency Tour of the Kennedy School
Date/Time: Thursday, May 7, 4-6 p.m. 
Where: The Kennedy School, 5 Cherry Street, Somerville, MA 02144
About: Visit the Kennedy School to see recent energy efficiency upgrades at work: tour highlights include new chillers, pumps, and controls.

 Arbor Day Picnic in the Park
Date/Time: Friday, May 8, 3-6 p.m. 
Where: Lincoln Park, 290 Washington Street, Somerville, MA 02143
About: Celebrate Arbor Day and the end of SustainaVille Week. Activities include: tree planting, climate carnival games, refreshments, and more.

RE NEW: Recycled Art Show, an SOS Locavore exhibition celebrating transformation, sustainability, and creative reinvention. This show explores how discarded and repurposed materials can be reimagined into compelling sculptural forms and textures that speak to environmental awareness and artistic innovation. View RE New from April 25 to May 17 at 62A Summer Street.

For a full schedule of events, please visit somervillema.gov/sustainavilleweek.

Sign up for the SustainaVille newsletter at somervillema.gov/subscribe for updates from OSE staff and news on the City’s climate action initiatives.