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‘Looking Back at 20 Years of Honk!’ exhibit at Somerville City Hall celebrates the October music festival

by Marc Levy September 29, 2026

Before the music and marching starts for the Honk! festival running Oct. 9-11, Somerville City Hall opens a “Looking Back at 20 Years of Honk!” retrospective exhibit.

ARTS

New England’s largest Renaissance festival turns 45

by Avanti Nambiar September 17, 2026

AI-generated decor ruffles some feathers, but the jumbo turkey legs and jousts still satisfy at King Richard's Faire.

CULTURE

How are the everyday people of Davis Square passing the summer?

by Gabriella Collin August 17, 2026

The Indie finds out what a local librarian, thrift store supervisor, bartender and pastor have on their minds during the dog days.

CULTURE

Bridging the gap: an interview with a retired Pit Rat

by Gabriella Collin June 23, 2026

Restaurant owner and Vigilantes member Fernando Strohmeyer reflects on the lessons learned and lifelong community gained from formative years spent at the bygone heart of Harvard Square.