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Somerville meetings, Oct. 26-Nov. 2: Empty storefronts and regulating AI and Airbnbs locally

by Marc Levy October 25, 2026

Take part in meetings on empty storefronts and double poles, regulating local AI and Airbnbs and paying for projects such as the ArtFarm park and museum care.

DID YOU KNOW

A century ago, the Cambridge Museum for Children brought the world to young Cantabrigians

by Beth Folsom of History Cambridge October 12, 2026

From 1920 to the 1950s, Cambridge's children's museum drew on Harvard collections and solicited donations from community members to enhance its holdings.

CULTURE

‘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.

ASK CHEF JJ

These foods could be made from a can or box, but you’re going to want to DIY instead

by JJ Gonson April 15, 2026

What’s something you insist on making more or less from scratch that the rest of us might just break out a box or can for?

ASK CHEF JJ

Edible flowers: Beautiful and, naturally, delicious (so long as you choose the safe ones)

by JJ Gonson April 8, 2026

Nasturtiums are edible, and popular, as you might have noticed, in fancy salads. There are lots of flowers that are edible and easy to come by here.

Valentine’s Day Mixer

by Marc Levy February 12, 2026

Live Latin music by CuraSón, mocktails, a Somerville Chocolate tasting, sweet and savory snacks and a free digital portrait while exploring museum galleries.