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City celebrating immigrant inclusion, community connection, and cultural exchange
Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and the Somerville Office of Immigrant Affairs (SOIA) are announcing Somerville’s Welcoming Week 2025, a celebration of inclusion and belonging that will run from September 12 through 22. The week will include a series of events and activities designed to uplift immigrant voices, showcase community solidarity, and connect residents across cultures.
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Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and the Somerville Office of Immigrant Affairs (SOIA), in proud partnership with the Brazilian Women’s Group, invite community members to celebrate 203 years of Brazilian independence at the third annual Brazil flag raising on Thursday, September 4, on the City Hall concourse (79 Highland Ave.) at 3 p.m. Rain date: Thursday, September 9.
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Somerville Mayor Katjana Ballantyne, Ward Two Councilor J.T. Scott and Jon Bronenkant, Public Space Planner, lead the community celebration of the opening of Ken Kelly Park at 217 Somerville Ave.
— Photo courtesy of Somerville Arts Council
Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and the Somerville Arts Council, in partnership with producer Yvette Wilks of Wilks Productions Consultancy, invite community members to the eleventh annual Evolution of Hip Hop Festival on Saturday, August 23 (rain date: August 24), from 4 to 7:30 p.m. in Union Square Plaza.
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*Q: Are there preparations I can make regarding end-of-life decisions that could affect my own finances—and the finances of my loved ones after I’m gone?
A: Absolutely! One of the most thoughtful financial decisions you can make is to get your end-of-life documentation in order—not just for yourself, but for the peace of mind of those you care about most.
A: Absolutely! One of the most thoughtful financial decisions you can make is to get your end-of-life documentation in order—not just for yourself, but for the peace of mind of those you care about most.
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As moving season gets underway, the Ballantyne Administration is sharing tips and reminders to help you get settled, stay safe, and feel connected.
“We want every person moving to Somerville to feel supported and at home from day one,” said Mayor Ballantyne. “This guide brings together the resources and reminders that can make a big difference during a busy time, so residents can focus on settling in and becoming part of our community.”
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By Dennis Fischman
Some readers of mysteries will pick up any book with a murder to be solved (or even a burglar to be found and forced to fork over!). Other readers find themselves drawn to a particular subgenre of mystery: the cozy, the noir, the hard-boiled detective, the murder cabin, the police procedural, or the thriller.
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From left: Jim Stanislaski (MassCEC Managing Director of Accelerating Decarbonization), Hank Webster (MassDEP Director of Climate Strategy), Senator Patricia D. Jehlen (2nd Middlesex), Mayor Katjana Ballantyne (City of Somerville), Secretary Monica Tibbits-Nutt (Massachusetts Secretary of Transportation and MassDOT CEO), David Montague (Metro Mobility CEO) — Photos courtesy of Metro Mobility
Metro Mobility, a Cambridge-based micromobility technology startup, has teamed up with the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) to launch the state’s first solar-powered e-bike charging and rental station. Funded in part by a grant from the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) ACT4All program, the station is now open at the Davis MBTA stop in Somerville, offering a groundbreaking model for clean, affordable, first-mile/last-mile transit.
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— Photos by Claudia Ferro
On Tuesday, August 12, Standard Deviation shared jazz standards from the 1920s through the 2020s, but also played oldies from the 60s and beyond, as well as folk, Americana, a bit of bluegrass, and a few originals. Sponsored by the Council on Aging and held at the Dilboy Post.
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The Ward 3 Democratic Committee will host a forum featuring three exciting candidates who want to represent Ward 3 on the Somerville School Committee. All members of the community are invited.
Date and location: Thursday, September 4, at 7 p.m. in the Lower Cafeteria at Somerville High School. Use the main entrance.
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