“Slice of the City” Pop-Up Series Returns to Somerville in May

It’s spring, which means Somerville’s getting ready to serve up pizza, conversation, and community connection. The ward-based “Slice of the City” pop-up series is set to return for a third season to bring City Hall into the community. 

“The weather’s getting better, people are coming back outside, and Slice of the City is a chance to meet your elected officials and City staff, ask a question, raise an issue or idea, or just grab a slice in the park and meet your neighbors,” said Mayor Jake Wilson. “Strong communities are built when people know each other, get involved, and feel connected to the place they call home. This series pairs government access with a simple, fun way to build community here in Somerville.” 

Slice of the City brings seven early evening, drop-in style meetups at parks or playgrounds in each of Somerville’s seven wards. All events will run from 5 to 7 p.m. throughout the month of May and early June.  

The gatherings are an opportunity to mingle with Mayor Wilson, your Ward and At-Large City Councilors, School Committee members, and State Delegation representatives, as well as City staff and neighbors. Attending staff will be happy to discuss neighborhood projects, City programs and services, questions or concerns, or your favorite pizza topping. Members of our 311 team will also be in attendance to intake service requests. Low-key kids’ activities will be provided by the Recreation Department.  

Somerville has declared 2026 The Year of the Neighbor (somervillema.gov/neighbor), and in that spirit, Slice will include a special get to know you activity for anyone who wishes to participate.  

Slice of the City Schedule 

• Tuesday, May 5: Ward 5 at Trum Field Playground (1 Franey Rd. At Cedar St.) 
• Monday, May 11: Ward 1 at Chuckie Harris Park (17 Cross St. East) 
• Tuesday, May 12: Ward 6 at Powderhouse Park (850 Broadway, Powderhouse side) 
• Tuesday, May 19: Ward 7 at Lou Ann David Park (1060 Broadway, between Holland St. and Broadway next to the TAB building) 
• Wednesday, May 20: Ward 4 at Healey Schoolyard (5 Meacham St.) 
• Monday, June 1: Ward 2 at Lincoln Park (290 Washington St., near Argenziano entrance) 
• Wednesday, June 3: Ward 3 at Prospect Hill Park (68 Munroe St.) 

Not sure which ward you live in? Visit somervillema.gov/mysomerville to look up your ward. In the event of inclement weather, events will be rescheduled to a later date. Sign up for the City e-newsletter for updates at somervillema.gov/subscribe or contact 311 the day of to check on possible weather plans (617-666-3311). 

For all event information and updates, visit somervillema.gov/slice.  

Persons with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication (i.e., CART, ASL), written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures in order to access the programs, activities, and meetings of the City of Somerville should contact the ADA Coordinator in advance at 617-625-6600 x 2059 or ADA@somervillema.gov. 

The City of Somerville can provide you with an interpreter in your language for free. To request an interpreter, please contact us at somerviva@somervillema.gov or call 311 (617-666-3311) at least 7 days in advance of these events.