This year two “Jane’s Walks” are happening to celebrate the 100th birthday of Jane Jacobs, an urban activist and writer renowned throughout the world. “Explore the Emerging Environs of Magoun Square” on Saturday, May 7, 10 a.m. – noon, beginning at the CVS Plaza. The route will continue along Lowell St. to Hudson St. and Benton Road, and end at the “Highland Ave. Hot Block.”

Then check out Somerville Open Studios special exhibit at the Somerville Museum, 2:00-5:00 p.m.

Union Square Main Streets sponsors “Our Evolving Union Square” in the heart of the Square, 1:30-3:30pm. Meet at East Boston Savings Bank and end with refreshments and more dialogue at Brass Union. Both rain or shine. See more about Jane’s Walks at www.janeswalks.org

Jane’s Walk is a global movement of neighbor-led walking tours inspired by urbanist Jane Jacobs. Come celebrate her 100th birthday and learn more about the evolving character of the area.

This event is sponsored by the Somerville Historic Preservation Commission www.somervillema.gov/historicpreservation