SCES volunteer Irene Carmen prepares to make deliveries for the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP).

Offered through a partnership with the Greater Boston Food Bank, the program provides two bags of groceries each month. CSFP is open to Cambridge and Somerville residents age 60 and over who meet income eligibility requirements.  We are also still seeking Volunteers to help with the program.  Call 617-628-2601 or email info@eldercare.org for more information.

John J. Bonner of Arlington formerly of Somerville October 6, 2021.

Loving father of Justin Bonner of Medford, Joseph Bonner and his wife Joanna of Derry, NH, Elizabeth Bonner of Revere and Christopher Bonner of Chelsea.

Brother of the late William Drouin.

Medicare plans often change, and because of that it’s important to be mindful of Medicare Open Enrollment, even if you’re satisfied with your current coverage.

The open enrollment period runs from October 15 to December 7, and in most cases it’s the only time of year Medicare recipients can change plans and coverage.

Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services (SCES) and the Culinary Department at Somerville High School have partnered to offer Grab-and-Go meals this fall.

The meals are free for eligible recipients. Cambridge or Somerville residents over age 60 are eligible, as are spouses and dependents with a disability of eligible people who are receiving a meal.

On Monday, October 11, Somerville celebrates Indigenous People’sDay. City buildings will be closed, trash and recycling pickup delayed by one day. Street sweeping will be skipped that day.

Voters have until Wednesday, October 13, to register to vote or update their voter information for the Tuesday, November 2 election. In this election, voters in Somerville will cast ballots for Mayor of Somerville; four City Councilor-at-Large seats; Ward City Councilor in Wards 2, 5, and 7; and School Committee Members in Wards 3 and 7.

Every 10 years, Massachusetts cities and towns are required to review their population data from the most recent U.S. Census and submit an updated ward and precinct map to the State for approval. The State provides municipalities with strict guidelines that must be followed for this process. An internal working group is collaborating with the Secretary of the Commonwealth’s Office to propose new ward and precinct boundaries that will be submitted to the City Council for local approval on October 28.  

The 16^th annual HONK! Festival returns to the streets for one day only this Saturday, October 9, with its signature spirit of joy and justice in a new, hyperlocal format. 

This year’s festival will feature multiple neighborhood events cosponsored by grassroots community organizations across Greater Boston. Throughout the day, HONK! performers will join activist groups in their own neighborhoods, playing music and raising awareness for arts and social justice causes. More than 15 local brass and percussion bands will take to parks, squares, and street corners across Somerville, Boston, Cambridge, and Chelsea.