The proud graduates of the 2017 CIT/LIT Job Readiness Program.

By Matthew O’Donnell

The CIT/LIT Job Readiness Program held its graduation on July 18, from 12:30-2:00 p.m. at The Arthur D. Healey School.
The graduating class consisted of students between the ages of 13-15 who dedicated four-weeks out of their summer to participate in a program that taught them about job readiness and leadership skills.

Carolynn Nagao-Marcotte is a licensed social worker and Aging Life Care Manager.

By Carolynn Nagao-Marcotte

An Aging Life Care Manager is very similar to a traditional geriatric care manager, but the name is changing to reflect the wider range of services we provide.

I see our role as being problem solvers for an older adult and their family.

Before my Poet to Poet TV show yesterday with Richard Hoffman, we talked about memoir writing with a focus on his memoir ” Half the House.” This book deals with his childhood sexual abuse and the aftermath. Here Hoffman discusses the craft, and the writing of the book. I am going to be teaching his memoir at Endicott College in the fall. The interview took place at the crowded Bloc 11 Cafe in Somerville, MA.

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I was at one of my favorite “suppliers” in Harvard Square. They’re closed now so I can disclose the name: Second Time Around. They primarily sold women’s clothing but also sold accessories. And jewelry is an accessory.

The 22nd Annual Somerville Homeless Coalition Road Race will be taking place on Saturday, October 7 from Davis Square. All proceeds from the race benefit the Somerville Homeless Coalition. Registration and further info is available online at https://www.somervillehomelesscoalition.org/upcoming-events/road-race/.

By William C. Shelton

(The opinions and views expressed in the commentaries and letters to the Editor of The Somerville Times belong solely to the authors and do not reflect the views or opinions of The Somerville Times, its staff or publishers)

One doesn’t often hear a robber baron complain that U.S. public policy is “hurting average Americans every day.” Much less that, “It’s almost an embarrassment being an American traveling around the world and listening to the stupid shit Americans have to deal with.”

But that’s what Jamie Dimon told journalists this month when we he announced that Morgan Stanley Chase, the corporation he leads, had made record high profit for a U.S. bank.You may remember that Morgan Stanley helped bring us the Great Recession, and for their efforts, received a $25 billion federal bailout.

Villens United by Chris Haskell

Whether brewing beer or singing his heart out, Jeff Rowe brings a simple happy truth to everything does. After celebrating the one year anniversary of Winter Hill Brewery which he founded with friend and fellow brewmaster Bert Holdredge, Jeff will be heading overseas to play some of the fine brew house’s of Germany.

By Jim Clark

Police officers were dispatched to the Nike Outlet at Artisan Way last week for a shoplifting that had just occurred.

The suspect, later identified as Ralph Milord, of Hyde Park, had allegedly left the store wearing sports shoes that he had not paid for.

A monthly look at ways to get involved with your city
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By Joseph A. Curtatone

(The opinions and views expressed in the commentaries and letters to the Editor of The Somerville Times belong solely to the authors and do not reflect the views or opinions of The Somerville Times, its staff or publishers)

Things may slow down in the summertime in other cities, but here in Somerville, you can get civically engaged even in the dog days of July and August, which is good, because we need you year-round. When residents get involved it brings the benefits of different perspectives, community ownership, and introducing residents to networks of people who share the same concerns and passions within their neighborhoods. Whether you’re an adult or teen, there are many different avenues in Somerville you can take to get involved. No matter which one you choose, there’s always a way to make sure your voice is heard.

~Photos by Bobbie Toner

The fourth annual “Haiti and Brazil Hit The ‘Ville Festival” – an ArtsUnion festival – took place on Saturday, July 22, in Union Square Plaza.