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I lost my beloved cat Ketz this summer. I can attest to the mystery and magic that cats possess. So it came to my attention that Somerville novelist and critic Clea Simon has come out with yet another in her Cambridge Witch Cats series. It is titled A Cat on the Case, which concerns a young woman and her band of unique cats, as they try to solve a mystery in the Republic of Cambridge. I am hoping we see a Somerville cat series sometime soon!

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Lyrical Somerville – March 2

On March 2, 2022, in Community/Arts, Latest News, by The Somerville Times

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Karen VanKnapp is a member of Somerville’s Bagel Bards. The Bards meet at Panera Bread in the Porter Square Mall, in the basement, every other Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Contact Steve Glines if you would like to get on our list: steveglines@gmail.com.

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A walk-in COVID-19 vaccine clinic for initial doses and boosters will be held March 4 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Argenziano School at 290 Washington St. The Pfizer vaccine will be available for all people 5 years and up, and boosters will be available for all people 12 years and up. Walk-ins are accepted. The clinic is free, regardless of immigration status or health insurance. Identification is not required. 

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In response to updated CDC and Massachusetts Department of Public Health guidance on indoor masking, the Somerville Board of Health will hold a special meeting to discuss the local indoor mask mandate. The meeting will take place virtually on Thursday, March 3, beginning at 6 p.m. For information on how to join the meeting, please visit somervillema.gov/BOHMarch3.

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Somerville Pilots New Rodent-Control Technology 

On February 28, 2022, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

SMART is an intelligent pest control system that keeps an eye on things you don’t want to see, predicting and preventing costly infestations in an environmentally-friendly way.

City partners with Modern Pest Services to deploy 50 SMART Boxes in strategic locations

 As part of Mayor Katjana Ballantyne’s 100-Day Agenda and the City’s ongoing commitment to mitigating rodent activity, the City of Somerville is launching a five-month pilot program to bring the latest rodent-control technology to Somerville this week. 

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If you live (and are registered to vote) in Wards 1, 2 4, 5 or 6:

On Saturday, March 5, 2022, at 12:00 Noon, Democrats from those wards will convene virtually and elect delegates and alternates to represent each ward at the 2022 State Democratic Convention.
 

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‘Meet Your Local Chocolatiers’

On February 27, 2022, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

Friday, March 11, 5:00 – 6:30 p.m., join the Somerville Museum’s Community Curators, José Falconi and Santiago Montoya, for a night of chocolate and conversation. Joined by local chocolatiers, Mateo from Prophecy Chocolate and Eric from Somerville Chocolate, this event is part of the Bittersweet exhibition’s “Chocolate Stories Salon” series.

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Somerville Town Hall with Maura Healey, today at 4:00 p.m.

On February 27, 2022, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

Join Attorney General Maura Healey for a discussion about her record and her vision for Massachusetts.

Join the discussion today, Sunday, February 27, at 4:00 p.m. for a virtual Town Hall with Attorney General Maura Healey, Democratic candidate for Governor of Massachusetts.  As our Attorney General, Maura defended immigrant communities against the Trump administration’s discriminatory polices, held corporate interests accountable, and fought against public corruption.  As our next Governor, Maura will defend our shared progressive values in support of affordability, child care, workforce development, and combating the climate crisis.

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From the Inside Out exhibition

On February 26, 2022, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

Isolated Conversations by Maria Servellon.

Artists Reception, Sunday, February 27, 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Our world shrunk during COVID. Like others whose work or schooling moved to their living spaces, many artists turned their focus inward. Some, fearing possible contamination of shared studio spaces or public transportation, moved their creative practice into their homes as well. It was a time of reflection. Relationships between interior and exterior shifted. New perspectives affected artist’s work and lifestyle.

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Congressional update with Ayanna Pressley

On February 26, 2022, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times

Host Sarah Fishman speaks with US Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley, MA-7th District.