Somerville Open Studios’ “Last Look Show” will be featuring the works of local artists at the Somerville Museum through June 27.

By Rachael Hines

Somerville Open Studios (SOS) “Last Look Show” debuted on Saturday, June 5, at the Somerville Museum. The show, which features the works of local artists, will run till June 27. The hours will be Thursdays 2:00 – 7:00 p.m., Fridays 2:00 – 5:00 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays, 12:00 – 5:00 p.m. Entrance to the exhibit is free of charge, though the Somerville Museum always accepts donations.

By Fernando Cervantes Jr.

On Wednesday, June 2, the Somerville Health and Human Services Department held their monthly meeting for the Somerville Commission for Women. The meeting was led by commissioner Crystal Turner and attended by three other commissioners. They discussed the prospects of the establishment of an Executive Director for the Commission.

We heard that an accident happened at Central St, and Highland Ave. around 12:15 a.m. early Monday morning that involved a Fire Rescue truck and another vehicle as they were responding to a call to West Somerville. There were reports of extension damage. We hope all involved are doing OK.

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Just recently I was introduced to garlic scapes. I had heard of them, but wasn’t quite sure what they were. I spoke with a farmer who told me they were the flower bud of the garlic plant. The scapes harvest in late June and early July. By harvesting the scapes it promotes the growth of the garlic bulbs.

You won’t get the day off from work or school or grocery shopping or … anything, really. There’ll be no three-day weekend or big picnic to mark the occasion. But for many, the significance of the day will ring loudly in their hearts and minds.

Flag Day is not an official federal or state holiday, but June 14 is the date designated by proclamation of President Woodrow Wilson back in 1916 as a day to officially honor the stars and stripes that we solemnly revere today.

Arrests:
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Kevin McKenzie, June 1, 4:24 a.m., arrested at Medford St. on charges of home invasion and malicious wanton defacement of property.

Sherri Digaetano, of Revere, June 2, 8:15 a.m., arrested at Broadway on a charge of operation of a motor vehicle under the influence of liquor.

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For some years I was advocating for a Somerville Poet Laureate. Finally, Harris Gardner, Greg Jenkins (Somerville Arts Council), and I came to an agreement at the Sherman Cafe in Union Square.  Soon, with the approval of Mayor Curtatone, a poet laureate committee was formed.

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Deborah Leipziger is a poet, author, and advisor on sustainability. Her chapbook, Flower Map, was published by Finishing Line Press. Born in Brazil, Ms. Leipziger is the author of several books on sustainability. Twice nominated for a Pushcart Prize, her poems have been published in literary magazines in five countries.

A walk-in clinic for the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine will be held Wednesday, June 9, from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Clarendon Hill Towers at 1372 Broadway (the Administration Building). No appointment is necessary, but if you prefer you can pre-register at somervillema.gov/vaccine. The clinic is free, and open to all people 12 years or older, regardless of immigration status or health insurance. Identification is not required. All minors must have parent or guardian permission. Anyone 12-15 years old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Permission forms will be available onsite, or you can download one here. If you need assistance, please call 311 (617-666-3311).

Somerville landlords and realtors are invited to join the city’s Office of Housing Stability for a virtual workshop about the benefits of renting to Section 8 tenants. Learn how Section 8 ensures stable rental income, how higher payment standards can lead to higher rent receipts, and how landlords and realtors can qualify for additional incentive payments and technical support through the city’s SomerVIP program.