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June 20, 2007

FIREWORKS, FAMILY FUN DAY KICK OFF 'SUMMERTIME IN SOMERVILLE'

Independence Day Celebrations Begin Series of Summer Events With June 28th Fireworks Display and June 30th Family Fun Day at Trum Field

Mayor Joseph A Curtatone announced today that, for the fourth consecutive year, the city will usher in the summer season with two Independence Day events.  Celebrations begin on Thursday, June 28th with a fireworks display and patriotic performances, and continue on Saturday, June 30th with the popular Family Fun Day, all at Trum Field on Broadway near Ball and Magoun Squares.

"Our Independence Day events get bigger and better every year, and I know the fireworks display is a special favorite event for many residents," Mayor Curtatone said.  "Somerville's patriotic celebrations are always a great success, with this year's biggest and best-ever Memorial Day Parade setting a high standard - but I'm looking forward to continuing the tradition with a truly spectacular Independence Day extravaganza."

Thursday's celebrations are set to begin at 6:30 p.m. with musical entertainment by BOVA  Productions, the Sunsetters, and the USO Metropolitan New York Performers.  As a grand finale to the evening's performances, fireworks are scheduled to begin at approximately 9:15 p.m.  A rain date has been scheduled for Saturday, July 7th.

 "Without the generous support of our many local sponsors, especially NSTAR, we would not be able to hold community events on this scale, and I want to thank all of the participating sponsors for their generosity and community spirit," Curtatone said.

"Supporting wonderful community events like Somerville's fireworks display is one of the great traditions we are proud to honor at NSTAR," said Bill Zamparelli, NSTAR Community Relations Representative.  "We're excited to once again be a part of this year's celebration, and eager to see yet another terrific display as a kickoff to the summer's events."

The celebration will continue on Saturday, June 30th with Family Fun Day.  Scheduled to run from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m., the day's family-oriented activities include face painting, softball games, barbecue, a DJ to provide music, and for younger patrons, a moonwalk, obstacle course and giant slide.  (A rain date for Family Fun Day has been scheduled for Sunday, July 8th.)

"These family-centered events are always a great way to start off the summer, and we're never disappointed by the wonderful community turnout," said Ward 5 Alderman Sean O'Donovan.  "This is one of the great events of the year, and I look forward to another outstanding crowd for a weekend of great entertainment, great friends, and great fun."

In order to ensure public safety and access to all events, Mayor Curtatone also announced that several road closures, parking bans and bus schedule changes would be in effect for both events.  "We ask for your patience and understanding with respect to these parking restrictions, as our ultimate goal is public safety during all city events," Curtatone said.  The city has provided the following list of event-related traffic and parking alterations:

Fireworks

Thursday, June 28, 2007

  • Broadway from Ball Square to Magoun Square:  No parking on either side from 4:00 pm - midnight.  Street closed from 5:00 pm – midnight
  • Cedar Street from Morrison Avenue to the Bridge: No parking on either side from 8:00 am – midnight.  Traffic restricted to residents only from 4:00 pm-6:00 pm (from Morrison Ave only). No access to street after 6:00 pm.
  • Cedar Street from the Bridge to Broadway:  No parking on either side from 8:00 am - midnight.Street will be closed from 4:00 pm – midnight.  Traffic restricted to residents only from 4:00 pm-6:00 pm (from Morrison Ave only). No access to street after 6:00 pm.
  • Franey Road: No Parking on either side from 4:00 pm – midnight.  Street will be closed from 4:00 pm - midnight.  Restricted area authorized personnel only.
MBTA Bus Route Advisories

(The 80 & 89 buses will be rerouted from 5:00 p.m. - midnight)

  • Bus 80 from Lechmere will maintain regular route to Magoun Square, it will pass through Magoun Square and take a left onto Harvard Street to Warner Street until the Powderhouse Rotary where it will connect back to College Avenue and the regular route.
  • Bus 80 from Arlington Center will maintain regular route to Powderhouse Square rotary, take a right onto Harvard Street, right onto Main St., cross Magoun Square and return to regular route.
  • Bus 89 from Sullivan Square will maintain regular route to Winter Hill at Broadway and Main St. right onto Main St., Left onto Harvard Street to Warner Street, to the Powderhouse Rotary and return to the regular route.
  • Bus 89 from Clarendon Hill will maintain regular route to Powderhouse Rotary, around to Warner St., to Harvard St., right on Main St., left Broadway at Winter Hill to regular route.

Ryan Road:  No parking on street on either side from 8:00 am - midnight. Access restricted to residents from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm.  No access to street from 6:00 pm- midnight.

 

Family Fun Day

Saturday, June 30, 2007

  • Franey Road: No parking on either side from 8:00 am -6:00 pm.  Street will be closed from 10:00 am – 6:00 pm.

For more information on either event, please call Carlene Campbell (617) 625-6600 x3303, dial 311 for the Constituent Service line (617-666-3311 from outside the city), or visit the city’s website at www.ci.somerville.ma.us.