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Somerville's Porchfest Returns Saturday, May 9: Applications Now Open
Porchfest returns to Somerville on Saturday, May 9, and applications are now open for participants. The annual event organized by the City’s Somerville Arts Council features mini concerts hosted by residents on their porches, yards – and even on stoops – across the city. All musical genres are welcome from alt rock to zither quartets, and hosts are invited to apply by the April 21 deadline to participate. Volunteers are also invited to apply to be Porchfest ambassadors to assist visitors. “…Somerville Celebrating Women’s History Month with Evening of Storytelling
This Women’s History Month, Somerville residents are invited to a storytelling evening on March 31st celebrating women’s stories at “Her Stories, Our Somerville.” Hosted by the Somerville Commission for Women (SCW) and the City’s Department of Racial and Social Justice, the event will elevate women’s voices and experiences through short, spoken word narratives. "Storytelling is a powerful tool…Somerville Declares 2026 the Year of the Neighbor
Somerville is kicking off a yearlong push to strengthen the connections between its residents, highlighting City programs, initiatives and community events under a united theme: 2026 is the Year of the Neighbor. The designation, proclaimed this week by Mayor Jake Wilson, aims to make sure every resident in every ward has real opportunities to meet the people around them, bridge divides, contribute to their neighborhood, and feel a sense of belonging. Each month will spotlight a different theme…Somerville Street Sweeping, Yard Waste, and Hazardous Waste Services Restart in April
Spring is nearly here and so are essential seasonal services for Somerville residents. The Somerville Parking Department and the Department of Public Works would like to remind everyone of the restart of important warm weather services: Street Sweeping to Resume April 1 Regular street sweeping schedules resume Wednesday, April 1, and will continue through December 31, 2026. This essential public works program not only keeps our city cleaner but reduces the risk of flooding and icing due to…Somerville Armory RFP Deadline Extended to March 18
Artists, makers, and creative organizations: the City of Somerville has extended the submission deadline for the Somerville Armory leasing Request for Proposals (RFP). Proposals are now due Wednesday, March 18, by 2 p.m. The Armory RFP is an invitation to make this landmark your home base — and to help grow it into a thriving, multi-tenant arts and cultural hub at the heart of Somerville. Full requirements, deadlines, and submission instructions are included in the official RFP materials…Learn about Somerville’s Efforts to Reduce Flooding and Improve Water Quality in the Mystic River 3/25
All community members are invited to learn more about flood relief and water quality improvement efforts planned for Winter Hill, Ten Hills, and the surrounding neighborhood. On March 25, take your pick of a project walk or a virtual meeting to get the latest on this important work. Through its Mystic River Outfall and Sewer Separation project the City of Somerville will be making substantial investments to modernize…Somerville Service Award Launches to Recognize the Work of City Staff
As Cher almost said: “Can I hear a little commotion for the staff?” Mayor Jake Wilson is introducing the Somerville Service Award, a monthly spotlight to recognize the exceptional work of City staff who keep Somerville running. Whether it was getting a problem solved, listening and acting on your feedback, connecting you to a service, launching a whole new initiative, or just…Somerville Awarded $500,000 “Complete Streets” Grant for Western Pearl Street
The Healey-Driscoll administration has awarded the City of Somerville $500,000 to help implement its redesign of western Pearl Street in Gilman Square as part of MassDOT’s complete streets funding program. The state’s Complete Streets program helps fund local transportation projects that improve safety and accessibility for people walking or rolling, biking, taking public transit, or driving. Somerville's Western Pearl…Scholarships Available for Somerville Class of 2026
Somerville's 2026 high school graduates are invited to apply for City of Somerville Municipal Scholarships designed to help students launch their next steps be that professional training, college, or a job in the trades. Selected applicants will receive $2,000 to help with post-secondary education expenses including tuition, professional programs and certifications, and union fees. The deadline to apply is March 27, 2026. To qualify…Mayor Jake Wilson Announces Executive Team
Mayor Jake Wilson today announced the full slate of Executive Office appointments, an experienced team to deliver on his results-first agenda: improving core City services, increasing efficiency, strengthening communications and transparency, delivering accessibility and accountability, advancing equity, and building regional partnerships that benefit Somerville residents.While many have been on board since inauguration, two new hires recently completed the team. “I’m thrilled to announce our…Feedback
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