I hunt for jewelry in ladies’ used clothing stores. I used to cause panic whenever I walked into the stores as I lack a gene for fashion and I’m a guy.

The new staff, not knowing me, would always look at me with horror as I walked up to the jewelry counter. I would recognize the look and announce that I buy and sell things, I’m not here to try on any size 16 outfits.

Plan to identify strategies for reducing Somerville’s impact on climate change and preparing city for its impacts

Members of the Somerville community concerned about climate change and determined to stick to the goals of the Paris Climate Accord, have a direct opportunity to get involved locally. On June 26^th, the City of Somerville will launch the next phase of their planning process to create a new climate change plan. The plan, called Somerville Climate Forward, will serve as the city’s comprehensive strategy for addressing climate change. Somerville Climate Forward will identify actionable short- and medium-term policies, projects, and programs around two key goals:

By William C. Shelton

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Investments in a new high school, the Green Line extension, sewer improvements, and Union-Square and Boynton-Yards infrastructure will commit Somerville to borrowing a third of a billion dollars. A Massachusetts Infrastructure Bank could help ease the burden on the city’s taxpayers. And Somerville Representatives Denise Provost and Mike Connolly are cosponsoring a bill that would create such an institution.

Nave Gallery Annex will be holding its opening reception for ‘In Triplicate’ on Friday, June 2, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Curated by Liz Helfer, the exhibit showcases the power of three, whether three minds working toward a singular goal or an artwork in three parts.

Somerville High School teacher Kevin Dua (pictured right) has recently been recognized for his excellence in teaching both history and civics.

Somerville High School history teacher Kevin Dua has been selected as the 2017 Massachusetts History Teacher of the Year by the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History.

A panel of teachers, administrators, and scholars from Massachusetts selected Dua for his outstanding work in the classroom, the level of inspiration he provides to students, and his career achievements in education. He was also recently awarded the 2017 Don Salvucci Award for Excellence in Promoting Civic Education by the Massachusetts Council for Social Studies.

Good grief! The Kennedy School Drama Club students are seen here rehearsing for their upcoming performances of the musical You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown.

Don’t miss the chance to see this production this Friday, June 2 and Saturday, June 3 at 7:00 p.m.

By Jim Clark

A police unit was dispatched to a Cedar Ave. residence last Saturday at approximately 3:15 a.m. on reports of a motor vehicle accident.

Upon arrival, the officers noted what initially looked like normal parking conditions located in a two-car driveway next to a home.

By Joseph A. Curtatone

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As we return from another Memorial Day Weekend, I want to reflect not only on honoring and remembering our fallen on one day, Memorial Day, but every day. For many, celebrating Memorial Day and Veterans Day are special occasions where we stop and reflect on the sacrifices that so many men and women have made for our nation. But those brave men and women did not serve so we would have just these two days. Their stories, losses, and bravery underlie the freedoms and safety Americans enjoy every day. So though we may not hold parades year round, I hope each of you will carry the spirit of these important days in your hearts and minds always. On your behalf, our Veterans Services Department strives to do the same in their daily work too.

The Somerville Arts Council and the Department of Health and Human Services present the “Big Gay Dance Party!” This first-ever ArtsUnion Pride month event is scheduled for Saturday, June 3, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., on the Union Square Plaza, and features DJ Dee Diggs, who will be spinning a variety of songs throughout the evening. The event is free and open to all ages. In addition to dancing there will be a photo booth and tabling by local community organizations that serve the LGBTQ+ community including: Boston GLASS, RESPOND, IFED, The Rainbow Initiative, the Welcoming Committee, Cambridge Health Alliance and the Council on Aging. Boston GLASS will also be providing free and confidential STI/HIV screening and counseling.

By Charles Lane

The Somerville Police Department has joined the 2017 Click It or Ticket Campaign and will begin enforcing seat belt use as part of the national awareness to spread the importance of buckling up.