Celebrate the best of contemporary Irish cinema as the Irish Film Festival Boston returns to the historic Somerville Theatre for a two-day March Screening Series highlighting new voices and award-winning storytelling from Ireland’s vibrant film industry on March 20 and 21. The festival will feature a curated lineup of feature films, short films, and documentaries spanning genres from comedy and animation to gripping drama and thought-provoking documentaries.

Statues in Davis Square, Somerville, MA.

Nominations for the board of the Davis Square Neighborhood Council (DSNC) are open and will close at 8 p.m. on Monday, March 30.  The DSNC will elect its board of directors at the end of April.

Mayor Jake Wilson and Council President/Ward 6 Councilor, Lance Davis discuss everything Somerville – issues, plans and goals for the city, and accomplishments thus far by the new Wilson administration.

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By Will Mbah

This past Sunday I had the honor of kicking off my campaign alongside friends, family, and valued members of our community. It was heartwarming to see the support and the incredible energy that everyone brought to the event. Over 100 people attended the kickoff, and we raised over $5000!

On Sunday, March 15, the annual Race of Ireland road race was held in and around the Davis, Teele, and Ball square areas. Rás na hEireann is the most genuine Irish race  this side of the At-lantic. It is a celebration of traditions dating back centuries and simply a celebration of spring in Somerville. This race was born in Ireland and named in honor of its famous sister race, the Ras na hEireann International Cross Country held in Termonfechin, County Louth, Republic of Ireland. The results can be found here: https://www.theraceofireland.com/. — Photos by Bobbie Toner

Volunteers invited to be Porchfest Ambassadors

PorchFest returns to Somerville on Saturday, May 9, and applications are now open for participants. The annual event organized by the city’s Somerville Arts Council features mini concerts hosted by residents on their porches, yards – and even on stoops – across the city. All musical genres are welcome from alt rock to zither quartets, and hosts are invited to apply by the April 21 deadline to participate. Volunteers are also invited to apply to be Porchfest ambassadors to assist visitors.

Life in the Ville by Jimmy Del Ponte

This article was first published on March 18, 2009.

“When I was a kid,” used to be the beginning of statements made by our parents, but I hear it coming out of my own mouth more and more lately. I can’t believe that I now qualify to talk about “the good old days.” When did that happen?

Liam Mannion, proprietor of Sally O’Brien’s, and Former Alderman Bob McWatters held their annual St. Patrick’s Day celebration on Tuesday. Community members along with local and state elected officials stopped by to celebrate Irish heritage with music, corned beef and cabbage, a pint of Guinness, and plenty of laughter.