Join the Somerville Historic Preservation Commission and the Somerville Bicycle Advisory Committee on Sunday, June 17, for the annual Historic Bike Ride. The 2018 theme is “Exploring Somerville: New Faces of Enduring Places.” The tour will begin from Somerville City Hall, 93 Highland Ave., at 2:00 p.m., and conclude at 4:45 p.m. at Bow Market in Union Square for complimentary refreshments. Advance reservations are appreciated, by emailing Brandon Wilson at BWilson@somervillema.gov, or calling 617-625-6600, x. 2532. The ride is escorted by Somerville Police officers, and is designed for all ages and riding levels. A $3 donation is appreciated, but not required. Please remember to wear your helmet.

Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services Community Outreach Manager Colleen Morrissey.

By Colleen Morrissey

There are many scenarios that can result in people needing daily assistance, and in most cases people prefer to receive that care in-home.

For those who are MassHealth-eligible, the Adult Foster Care (AFC) and Personal Care Attendant (PCA) programs can be great options for receiving in-home care with no out-of-pocket costs.

The Somerville Public Library invites all members of the community to participate in the 2018 Summer Reading Program, running from June 19 to August 15. All three library locations will be offering a variety of programs and prizes around this year’s national Collaborative Summer Reading Program theme,Libraries Rock!™. For the second year in a row, the Somerville Public Library will be offering programs for readers of all ages, including children, teens, and adults.

~Photos by Claudia Ferro

SomerStreets: Carnaval returned for the ninth year of shaking up East Somerville on Sunday, June 3.

Join Weber Dance for the premiere of their new work: Her Sylvan Ascent

Please join us for the premiere of Jody Weber’s new work, Her Sylvan Ascent, on Thursday, June 14, from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. on the Union Square Plaza (rain date: June 15).

Weber Dance has been immersed in this new project over the past two years and is excited to show it for the first time in Union Square. This piece was developed through the Arts Council’s Dancing in the Streets professional development program, and through a series of workshops to help choreographers hone their work led by New-York based dancer John Jasperse. It will be presented in Union Square as part of the ArtsUnion 2018 programming.

~Photos by Bobbie Toner

The Ryan Harrington Foundation hosted the Just One Run Fundraiser in Memory of Anthony D. Giurleo on Sunday, June 3. Proceeds from the race will directly impact the lives of those affected by the disease of addiction. Activities included the 5k adult race and walk and a children’s “Fun Run”. The winning runner in the men’s division was David Caggiano, of Peabody. The top women’s finisher was Leeallen Meyer, of Medford.

The 15th Annual Save Our Homes Walk will be held on Sunday, June 10. The 5K (3.1 mile) walk route begins at Somerville High School, passes affordable housing landmarks, and ends at Somerville High School. Registration begins at 1:30 p.m. The walk begins at 2:00 p.m. Back up transportation is provided for walkers needing assistance.

Somerville High School Graduation took place June 4 at 6:00 p.m. Due to the inclement weather it was held indoors at Tufts, Gantcher Sports  Center. The ceremony was highlighted by performances by SHS Highlander Band, Chorus and Orchestra. Headmaster Sebastian LaGambina led the ceremony, the class and guests. Class President Leonora Koney led the salute to the flag. The SHS chorus and Mitch Allan and Jessi Alexander sang I’ll Always Remember You. Guest speakers included Mayor Joseph Curtatone, Superintendent Mary Skipper, and Ward 4 School Committee member Andre L. Green.

The Posies’ 30th anniversary tour makes a stop at ONCE Ballroom on Friday, June 15. Pictured L to R: Mike Musburger, Ken Stringfellow, Jon Auer, and Dave Fox. — Photo by Alan Lawrence

By Blake Maddux

Having been in a band since he was “technically not allowed to enter the venues” that he performed in, Ken Stringfellow says that business and pleasure “have been intertwined for so long, I wouldn’t really understand how to unravel them.”

Chef Robson Lemos and Somerville Arts Council cultural director Rachel Strutt greeted guests at the Nibble Kitchen fundraiser on June 2. — Photos by Shira Laucharoen

By Shira Laucharoen

Blending together a medley of flavors, the upcoming Nibble Kitchen served up a delectable variety of Brazilian street food for brunch at its fundraiser on June 2, held at Foundation Kitchen. With a distinctive meal designed by chef Robson Lemos, the event will help finance the opening of Nibble Kitchen in Union Square’s Bow Market by the end of summer.