This Saturday, April 21, Earth Day Weekend kicks off here in Somerville, three events will be going on to celebrate the city’s commitment to green initiatives and urban farming. From 10 a.m. to noon over at 81 Broadway “Urban Agriculture Workshop” will be sharing information and gardening tips. Also, from 10 a.m. to noon at 111 South Street, join the Groundworks Somerville Green Team for a “farm raising.” From 1 to 3 p.m. Somerville Reads Celebration presents a community potluck. Bring a dish to share (please list ingredients) and vote your favorite. This event will take place at 79 Highland Avenue Somerville Library.

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There was a great turnout for the 237th Anniversary of the ride of Paul Revere from Boston through Somerville to Lexington. About 200 turned out for the event and the Somerville Historical Society put on games and period clothing for everyone to enjoy.      Did you know that this year’s rider portraying Paul Revere was Andrew Tobin? It seems like he and his five brothers take turns every year. It was also very interesting to see noted historian Bob Doherty, a former fireman, point out that the map of the city of Somerville sort of looks like an eagle.

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This Sunday at the Somerville Public Library (Walnut & Highland) meet noted patriots, the Reveres: Paul & Rachel Revere Ride Again! – a performance by Lee Riethmiller and Jessa Piaia. The performance time is 2:00 p.m.  Sponsored by the Friends of the Somerville Public Library.  Sounds like a lot of fun and lots of historical facts on the life of Paul and Rachel from their days in the North End.

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Big time Happy 85th Birthday to one of Somerville’s finest gentlemen, a World War II veteran, former City Assessor, Treasurer, and local business owner Ed Ciampa. He’s a great guy and we hope he enjoys his day. Ed is very active in the Somerville Lions Club and still is seen around the city.

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Mark the date, and don’t be late: Sunday, May 6, over at Anthony’s in Malden, the annual Eugene C. Brune charity breakfast. This will be the last time he will be hosting as the Registrar of Deeds, but we hope he continues to have it. The money raised goes to a deserving student for a scholarship.This year’s special guest is the Sheriff of Middlesex County Peter Koutoujian.

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A get well soon goes out to our good friend Somerville Fire Department District Chief Dennis Murphy who was recently in the hospital and is now home on the mend. We wish him all the best for a healthy and speedy recovery.

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We want to express our condolences to the family of Mary L. (McGonagle) Hickey of Somerville who sadly passed away last week. Mary was also mother to Somerville Police Officer Robert Hickey. A nice lady who definitely will be missed by family and friends alike.

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Happy Birthdays here in the ‘Ville to some of our fans out there. In particular, Courtney Rogers, who likes to party. Brian Gillis, Andrew Woodbury, Brandon O’Regan, Michelle Grace Lynch and Kevin McCarthy as well.

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A special Happy Birthday for long time resident and former Ward 2 Alderman, along with being the Administrative Assistant to former State Senator from Somerville, Dennis McKenna, Frank Bakey. Frank was a very popular Alderman and School Committee member back in the 70’s here in the city. One time while he was President of the Board of Alderman a meeting got so out of hand that he banged his gavel so hard the podium came apart. Those were special days back in the 70’s on the board of Alderman, and Frank saw some very special Alderman meetings. We wish him well and many more birthdays to come.

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Congratulations to our good friends Kathy and Kenny Webber on the recent birth of their new grandson Kenneth Webber III. And speaking of Kathy and Kenny, its Kathy’s birthday as well and both are celebrating their 43rd wedding anniversary. A Happy Birthday to one of our Alderman at Large, Jack Connolly.

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Congratulations to Mary Scott who was the lucky winner of the Somerville Lions Club’s “Wheelbarrow full of Cheer.” Mary bought the lucky ticket through the Council on Aging.

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Congratulations to Adam and Virginia Devine who got married this past Saturday. PFC Adam Devine is a former SHS football player as well as a recent Iraq War veteran who was severely injured in the line of duty when his vehicle ran over an IED (Improvised explosive device). Our own Mayor Joe Curtatone officiated (married them) the marriage at the ceremony. Adam is also grandson to Cindy and Bob Hickey.

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Happy wedding anniversary to Jimmy and Joellen Dunne on their eighth year together. They are a lovely couple and we wish them many more anniversaries to come.

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Our friend, Tenant Association President Kenny Biagioni, and the good people at Clarendon Hill Towers out of the goodness of hearts are helping out with a benefit on April 20 at the Wakefield Elks from 6-11 with a “70’s Night Bash” to aid and assist 18 month old baby Julia Polcaro, who was diagnosed with Neuroblastoma cancer in December. Julia has been dealing with challenging medical treatments. For more info on the 70’s Bash and how you can help, call Dorothy at 617 224-6311. Donations marked ATTN: Julia Polcaro Fund can be dropped off at any Citizens Bank.

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The annual SHS scholarship Foundation is having its fundraiser. A limited amount of tickets will be sold at $100 each for a grand prize of $10K. Send your check in the amount of $100 to SHS Raffle c/o Eugene C. Brune, PO Box 440275, Somerville, MA 02144.

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Condolences to the family of Russell McCollem for his loss last week. Russell was a long time Somerville resident as well as father to our good friend Ron McCollem from Somerville DPW. Russell was 90 years old and will be sadly missed.

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Happy Anniversary to Debbie and Michael Cabral on their celebration of their 25th wedding anniversary. Mike is also one of Somerville’s Deputy Chiefs who is doing a fantastic job in the city. Also congratulations to Somerville’s Kim Murphy and her finance Tim Baker on their Wedding that’s taking place this weekend. They are a lovely couple and we wish them all the best.