— Photo by Wayne Lake, courtesy of Jean Appolon Expressions.

By Ryan DiLello

In the heart of Somerville there is a 120-year-old armory building that stores resources for local artists to defend cultural spaces within the community.

Stephanie Scherpf is the Director of the Center for the Arts at the Armory. For 12 years the organization has served as a cultural hub for growing artists to experiment, perform, and connect with the Somerville community.

COVID-19 vaccine booster clinics will be held January 12, 19, and 26 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the City Hall Annex, 50 Evergreen Ave. The Moderna booster will be offered. Registration is required. Please register at tinyurl.com/SomervilleVax or call 311. The clinic is free, and open to all people 18 years or older, regardless of immigration status or health insurance. Identification is not required. Please bring your vaccine card with you to your appointment, and arrive at the time of your appointment to avoid overcrowding in the building.

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Red snapper is a sweet, mild, and meaty fish. By roasting the fish whole, it keeps the meat really moist. I usually cook cod or haddock fillets, but wanted something different. By purchasing a whole fish you have the advantage of seeing how fresh the fish it. For instance, you can see the freshness a few different ways.

As we get into the snowy months of winter it’s good for all of us to make sure we understand what the odd-even rules are and where we stand this season.

Here is a reminder of what the city’s snow parking rules and guidelines are for the 21/22 winter season:

Arrests:

 Alex Cozeto-Junior, of Everett, January 4, 11:01 a.m., arrested at Myrtle St. on warrant charges of operation of a motor vehicle with a suspended license, motor vehicle operator improper use of phone, operation of a motor vehicle with a suspended registration, and uninsured motor vehicle or trailer.

Today the Baker-Polito Administration announced an order was placed with iHealth to supply the state with 26 million rapid antigen tests over the next 3 months. The tests will be prioritized to support K-12 schools and childcare settings. The agreement allows for shipments of tests to arrive on a rolling basis in the Commonwealth, but the Administration warns that the timing and shipment amounts will vary depending on international shipping and production variables.

Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and the City of Somerville Housing Division are pleased to announce an income-restricted resale homeownership opportunity in Assembly Row. 

Unit 602 at 375 Canal Street is a one-bedroom condo available to households with a yearly gross income at or below 80% of Area Median Income ($70,750 for a one-person household, or $80,850 for a two-person household). 

Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and Ward 1 Councilor Matthew McLaughlin invite you to a virtual community meeting to discuss roadway upgrades and traffic safety improvements on the eastern portion of Pearl Street, from McGrath Highway to Mount Vernon Street.