Fluff and Missy

All welcome at K9 meet-and-greet on Saturday, April 11

The Somerville Police Department (SPD) is inviting residents to a family-friendly meet and greet with some of its newest (and cutest) officers — Fluff and Missy, the City’s K9 team.  The event will take place on Saturday, April 11, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 220 Washington St.

Paid opportunity for local artist to design bold, citywide campaign bringing Know Your Rights information into everyday public spaces. Applications due Tuesday, April 21.

The City of Somerville is putting out a call to artists to help turn critical Know Your Rights information into an inspiring, engaging, visual campaign.

Through the Somerville Office of Immigrant Affairs (SOIA), the City is seeking an artist to create a bold, vibrant design that will anchor its 2026 Know Your Rights campaign — a citywide effort to make sure immigrant residents and all community members have clear, accessible information during a time when many residents are living with real fear and uncertainty and seeking to understand their rights.

August 24, 1966 – March 26, 2026

Rob Halpin was a natural. A quick wit, encyclopedic knowledge, and progressive outlook contributed to the magic that was Robbie and won him many life-long friends. But it was his genuine heart of gold and the open, easy-going, down-to-earth way about him that truly set him apart. These were his greatest gifts.

Life in the Ville by Jimmy Del Ponte

This article first appeared in the April 12, 2009, edition of The Times.

I took the boys to Sears to buy spring jackets on Saturday. The place was mobbed with families buying Easter clothes. A couple of kids were screaming while the mothers attempted to get them to try stuff on. The fitting rooms had lines, and there were clothes on the floor that people plopped there instead of replacing them on the rack. You might say that mayhem was running amok in the store.

March 30, 1961 – March 29, 2026

John J. Danieli – A lifelong resident of Somerville, passed away on March 29, 2026.

Born, raised, and educated in Somerville, he was the beloved son of the late John and Carolina (Picardo) Danieli.

John was a devoted family man who cherished the time he spent with his loved ones. One of his favorite things to do was go shopping with his daughter and spending quality time and making fond memories. 

Money earmarked for the special education reserve fund was restored during the Finance Committee meeting on March 24.

By Harry Kane

Lawmakers approved a new special education reserve fund to set aside money for unexpected or high-cost special education expenses.

City Councilors overwhelmingly voted in favor of Mayor Jake Wilson’s request to adopt Massachusetts General Law, Part 1, Title VII, Chapter 40, Section 13E, during the March 26 City Council meeting.

Ross Whitaker takes the stage to answer questions from the audience about his movie, his creative process, and more.

By Matthias Gat

Director Ross Whitaker visits the Somerville community for a special Q&A following the North American premiere of his most recent movie, Beat the Lotto.

On a chilly, not-quite-spring, Saturday evening, residents gathered at the Somerville Theatre in Davis Sq. to attend 2026’s Irish Film Festival. As the largest celebration of Irish film outside of Ireland, Irish Film Festival Boston was established in 1999 in an effort to expose Irish film to a wider audience.

SCC’s Annual Member Block Party takes place on April 2 at Arts at the Armory. This celebration brings together neighbors, supporters, local leaders, and community members to celebrate the work that is being done together to build affordable housing, expand economic opportunity, and strengthen community in Somerville. Expect great food, music, and conversation. SCC has been helping families build stability and opportunity in Somerville for more than 55 years. Register today at www.bit.ly/sccblockparty. Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07) will be the keynote speaker, a leader whose voice and vision continue to push forward the fight for equity, dignity, and justice. They will also be joined by Somerville’s Mayor, Jake Wilson. At a time when so much is changing in our city, this is a moment to be in the room.

— Photos by Bobbie Toner

The We Create Diamonds exhibit opened at the Nave Gallery on March 21 and will run through April 18. Curated by Michael Talbot, We Create Diamonds is a call to the creative community in response to the wide-spreading events sweeping the nation. For hours and more information, visit https://navegallery.org/wp/we-create-diamonds/. Join them for their next event, Resistance Through Community and Music, Friday, April 10, 7 – 9 p.m. A celebration of freedom and protest with Boston songwriters Danielle Miraglia, Jen Kearney, and Grace Gervitz. A benefit for the Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network (BIJAN). Nave Gallery (Teele Square), 155 Powder House Blvd, Somerville.