City offices, Somerville Public Schools, and district offices will be closed today, Wednesday, November 11, for Veterans Day. Trash, recycling, and yard waste collection will be delayed by one day. No street sweeping on Wednesday.

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Join the Ancient & Honorable Artillery Company of Massachusetts, HM 10th Regiment of Foot, and 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry, as well as Mayor Jake Wilson, City Councilors, and the Somerville Office of Veterans’ Services as they honor our veterans at the 1863 Civil War Monument and the gravesite of an unknown British Soldier. The brief ceremony and speaking program will honor all Somerville veterans, including paying tribute to the Somerville veterans buried at or commemorated by the 1863 Civil War Monument in Milk Row Cemetery. The event is free and open to the public, and the site is ADA accessible. Seating will be available. Milk Row Cemetery is located at 439 Somerville Ave., next to Market Basket. For more information, visit somervillemuseum.org.

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Happy birthdays this week: Happy birthday to Joe Lynch, who is celebrating this week. He is a great guy who is very well-known here in the city. We wish him a great birthday and many more. Happy birthday to a former Alderman At-Large, amongst her many other accomplishments, Helen Corrigan. We wish her the very best of birthdays. Happy Birthday to Somerville’s oldest recycler, Allen Nisenbaum, who always says he is going to be 90 (some day!). He will be celebrating on November 17. We wish him the best day. We wish all of our Facebook friends, such as Donald Gallarelli, Victoria Macrokanis, Mark Aubuchon, Jerry DiGiovanni, Cheryl Bertocchi, John Kane, Antonette Almeida, Dottie Bowman, Antonette Biondo, Tanya Kalousdian, Jim Power, and Sandrine Jeffreson, a very happy birthday. We hope everyone has a great day. To all the others we may have missed, we sincerely wish them the very best of birthdays.

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The Somerville Office of Immigrant Affairs (SOIA), in collaboration with the Somerville Council on Aging and Housing Department, warmly invites you to their Detant Kreyòl gathering on Thursday, November 12, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., at 20 Stephenson Aman Street, Somerville. Relax, meet new friends, and enjoy snacks while learning “How to Manage Your Health” with a special guest health professional. You will also have an opportunity to connect with SOIA staff and other community members. The theme for this session is “What You Should Know: Cholesterol.”

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Toss a Turkey In a Cruiser. The Somerville Police Department is proudly presenting an event to help families of the Mystic Learning Center and those in need with Thanksgiving meals. They will be at the Market Basket at 400 Somerville Ave, Somerville, Saturday, November 14, from 12 to 7 p.m., and Sunday, November 15, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Help your neighbors with a special guest appearance by K9 Fluff.

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The city is offering free COVID-19 and flu vaccine clinics at locations across the city this fall to help community members protect their health. The next free vaccine clinic (ages 18+), Monday, November 16, 2 – 3:30 p.m., Tufts Admin Building, 167 Holland St.  Appointments are strongly encouraged, and walk-up availability is limited. To see the most up-to-date clinic schedule or make an appointment, visit www.somervillema.gov/vaccinations. You can also call 311 (617-666-3311) for information or to make an appointment.

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Latin Dance at the Council on Aging, Friday, November 13, 9 a.m., Holland Street Center, 167 Holland Street. Latin Dance will get you moving and grooving to a wide variety of Latin rhythms. This is a low-impact aerobic dance class with a party atmosphere. Explore music ranging from merengue to salsa, cumbia, samba, flamenco, rumba, cha-cha, paso doble, and much more. For more information and to register, contact Michelle Deutsch at 617-625-6600 x2315.

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Four new firefighters graduated from the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy in Stow on Friday, November 6. Fire Department command staff, along with Mayor Wilson, attended the ceremony. Congratulations to Robert Lyons IV, Timothy Cedrone, Matteo Mustone, and Joseph Desmond.

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The last days for hazardous and yard waste collection this season are quickly approaching. DPW collection of these materials will resume in Spring 2027 as per the usual seasonal cycle. The last hazardous waste drop-off event this fall at the DPW yard (1 Franey Road) is Saturday, November 14, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. For more information on materials accepted and how to safely prep them, visit somervillema.gov/HazWaste or download the Somerville Waste Wizard (somerville-ma.gov/wastewizard) app for Android or Apple phones. The final week for residential yard waste collection in 2026 will be Monday through Friday, December 7–11. Place yard waste curbside for pickup on your scheduled trash collection day. After December 11, yard waste may be brought to the DPW yard (1 Franey Rd.) on weekdays between 8:30 a.m. and 12 p.m. or between 1 and 3:30 p.m. To learn more, please visit somervillema.gov/trash.

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Join the Somerville Museum for an evening of objects, memories, and neighbors sharing the history they keep at home. Your Home is a Museum, November 19, 5:30 – 7 p.m. Every home holds treasures with a story. Bring a special object, like a family heirloom, a keepsake from your travels, or something you can’t part with. They will put it on a pedestal, and you’ll tell the story behind it.

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2026 Davis Sq. Farmers Market, closing date will be November 25, 12 – 6 p.m. Day and Herbert St., Somerville. This market has more than two dozen Massachusetts farmers and food producers selling fresh produce, meats, baked goods, ready-to-eat meals, and other local products. It’s held weekly on Wednesday in the municipal parking lot next to Davis Square Plaza, across from American Flatbread. Stop by and support your local food system at www.davissquarefarmersmarket.org.

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El Día de Canción Criolla Celebration, Sunday, November 15, 1 – 4 p.m., upstairs at Bow, 1 Bow Market Way. Enjoy a vibrant afternoon honoring Peruvian Música Criolla. Orchestrated by the versatile Chef Krysia of Chiqui’s Kitchen and hosted by the delightful local storyteller Karina Liendo, this special event brings together exceptional music, dance, and authentic cuisine. Admission: $10 per individual (includes one Chiqui’s Kitchen empanada). $30 per family of up to 5 (includes four empanadas).

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Somerville’s Sustainability and Environment Division is launching its 2027 Climate Ambassadors group, and all residents ages 16 and up are invited to apply to be a member. Applications are open until the end of the day on Tuesday, December 1. The program seeks to empower residents by providing an opportunity to learn and directly engage in climate action. The 2027 program runs from Saturday, January 23, to Thursday, May 27, and will consist of ten meetings held in person and virtually to explore local government’s role in climate action, environmental justice, community organizing, and more. There is also a group project component to put these topics into action. All program participants will receive a $400 stipend. Apply by the end of the day on Tuesday, December 1, online at somervillema.gov/climateambassadors or contact 311 (617-666-3311) for assistance.

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Movie Day at the Council on Aging, Friday, November 13, 10 a.m., Holland Street Center, 167 Holland Street. This month, they are showing Solo Mio, starring Kevin James, Nicole Grimaudo, and Kim Coates. Left heartbroken in Rome after a wedding disaster, a stranded groom finds his ruined honeymoon transformed by a determined local and a few meddling travelers, proving that sometimes heartbreak is only the beginning. Rated PG. The movie is free, but if you are staying for a pizza lunch, there will be a $2.00 fee. To register, call Debby at 617-625-6600 ext. 2321.

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Apply now for a Two-Bedroom Affordable Rental Unit in Union Square. The city’s Inclusionary Housing Program has one two-bedroom, rent-restricted rental unit available at 16-20 Medford Street in Union Square. Applications are being accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information and eligibility criteria, visit somervillema.gov/inclusionary.

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Registration is now open for the 2026 Gobble GOBBLE GOBBLE race. The 30th annual race takes place on November 26 at 9 a.m. Presented by the Somerville Road Runners, the Gobble Gobble Gobble road race starts and ends in Davis Square (at the heart of Somerville), features a unique 4-mile course, and offers a fun opportunity to start Thanksgiving on a high and healthy note. Proceeds benefit the Somerville Homeless Coalition, Somerville Track PAC, Stride for Stride, and the Dilboy VFW Veterans Relief Fund. For more information, visit https://www.srr.org/.

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The Center for Arts at the Armory (CAA) will host and manage the 17th Annual Somerville Winter Farmers Market (SWFM) every Saturday beginning November 7 through April 17. This weekly market offers the best locally grown and regionally produced agricultural items, including vegetable produce, cheese, eggs, meats, fish, breads, pastries, and sweets. In addition to cash, credit, and debit, SNAP / EBT is also accepted at the market. CAA raises funds to be able to provide a $15 match for every SNAP/EBT customer who spends at least $15 of their SNAP/EBT dollars at the market. To learn more and for a complete listing of vendors, weekly specials, and live entertainment, please visit www.somwintermarket.org.

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The Council on Aging can provide Durable Medical Equipment at no cost to Somerville residents. Residents with a documented need for medical equipment must be over the age of 60, or have a permanent disability, and must be otherwise unable to afford or access needed medical equipment. They currently have available: Commodes, Bath Benches and chairs, Rollator Walkers, Incontinence Supplies, and Transport Wheelchairs (wheelchairs are intended for transport and are not self-propelling or self-breaking). For additional information or for an application, please contact Debby Higgins at 617-625-6600, ext. 2321.

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Community members are invited to attend Somerville’s annual Transgender Day of Remembrance and Resilience on Thursday, November 19, from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Tufts Administration Building, second-floor Council on Aging community room (167 Holland St). Each year, Somerville gathers to remember the transgender and gender-diverse individuals whose lives have been lost to anti-trans violence, and to honor the strength and resilience of the trans community. The official observance of Transgender Day of Remembrance is Friday, November 20. The event is free and open to all. For more information about LGBTQ+ programming, events, and resources, please email lgbtqservices@somervillema.gov or visit somervillema.gov/lgbtqservices.

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The Somerville Museum presents Common Ground: Photography, Place, and Community, September 17 – December 5, One Westwood Rd. This exhibition features 15 photographers who have chosen Somerville as their home. The works on view range from documentary to conceptual and are united by the perspective of artists living and working within this evolving urban environment. “Common Ground” explores how artists navigate and contribute to Somerville’s shifting identity, examining the relationship between place, community, and creative practice. Visit https://www.somervillemuseum.org/.

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We would like to take this opportunity to thank our Arts Editor, Doug Holder, for setting up a GoFundMe campaign for The Somerville Times. With the cost of printing going up and a lack of businesses having the resources to advertise, free papers feel the effects. We sincerely thank all who have already contributed and thank any future contributors. If you are interested in helping, please visit https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-the-somerville-times. Or if anyone is interested in advertising, please contact Bobbietoner@aol.com. We offer great discounts to help our advertisers be able to advertise. Thank you all so much for your support!

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