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Magic mushrooms?… — Photo by Denise Provost
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Review by Off the Shelf correspondent Ed Meek
Debra Spark is the author of a number of novels and short story collections as well as a couple of anthologies. She teaches in the MFA Program at Warren Wilson College and at Colby College. Her novel Discipline is a mosaic of mysteries.
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GLOWBALL tickets include coupons for beverages and vegetarian samosas from Curry Express, glow-in-the-dark face painting by Arty Mari, plus glow in the dark accessories for guests to don.
On Friday, April 26, 2024, GLOWBALL will transform the Armory Performance Hall into an immersive Glow-in-the-Dark Rave created by DJ Saucy Lady with hypnotic visuals by Jay Medina, all in support of The Center for Arts at the Armory.
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Housing continues to be the hot-button issue in Somerville. During Fair Housing Month, learn about your rights and best practices regarding housing.
The SPL will host a hybrid (virtual + in-person) conversation with the Somerville Fair Housing Commission about rights with tenants and landlords. This meeting will focus on the best practices for tenant screenings. For landlords, know what practices can get you into hot water, based on recent changes to the laws and regulations regarding screenings. And tenants will be able to hear about their rights regarding finding housing.
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Each year, April 1-May 3 SPS families are invited to complete a survey that will help with informed decision-making both in our schools and at the district level. The annual Conditions for Learning (CFL) Survey and the data they collect will be helpful as they work toward setting long-term, meaningful goals to improve student learning and school and district climate and culture in the Somerville Public Schools.
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With the Boston Marathon approaching on Monday, April 15, riders are encouraged to visit the MBTA’s Boston Marathon Guide, which highlights MBTA stations closest to the Marathon route and includes other helpful information on purchasing fares, parking, and more. Visit https://www.mbta.com/guides/marathon-guide
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The May 4 edition of the Songwriter Sessions at the Armory will feature Mary Casiello, Jay Verchin and Rachel Marie.
Somerville Songwriter Sessions at the Armory Cafe presents an evening of music on Saturday May 4 with songwriter/songwriters Mary Casiello, Jay Verchin and Rachel Marie.
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Somerville Police responded to reports of a shooting in the Alston St, McGrath Highway area Friday night.
When police arrived they found a car with New Hampshire plates flipped over.
It is reported that a 17 year old shooting victim was transferred to the hospital,
No information on their condition at this time.
Somerville and State Police are investigating.
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