Classic Movie Nights: The Little Shop of Horrors (1960)
Thursday, June 20, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
“The Little Shop of Horrors is a 1960 American comedy film directed by Roger Corman. Written by Charles B. Griffith, the film is a farce about an inadequate florist’s assistant who cultivates a plant that feeds on human blood.” The movie will be followed by a post-showing discussion led by film industry scholars, filmmakers and enthusiasts. The public is welcome to join any of the movie nights (the panel discussion will be recorded for TV).
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Planning the future of arts in the city
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By Melissa Rosales
Local painters, choreographers and other artists gathered together last Thursday, June 13, at 259 Lowell St. for the SomerVision2040 Forum for Local Artists. The goal of the forum is for local artists to express their concerns and ideas about how the city can better support its arts and creative economy. Greg Jenkins, head of the local Arts Council, Tom Galligani, City Economic Development Director and, Victor Nascimento, Forum Coordinator, were present to answer questions.
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By Jennifer Grimes
During their latest regular meeting on June 13 at Somerville City Hall, the City Council was touched by an inspirational story of one man who dedicated his time to the community.
Jon Bernstein, originally from North Carolina, moved to Somerville after receiving his degree in childhood development at Lesley University.
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Wondering what’s happening with the vacant Star Market (Winter Hill) store and lot? Well, hopefully tonight, Wednesday, June 19, 6:00 p.m., at the Healey School on Meacham St., you can find out. Mayor Joe Curtatone and Ward 4 City Councilor Jesse Clingan will be speaking and answering questions. City staff will be present in case Mayor Joe and Councilor Jesse need help in answering. Apparently, there are several options they are exploring. This is a big thing for Winter Hill. Hopefully, some answers of what they plan on doing with it will be forthcoming.
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By Donald Norton
Last Saturday night, after months of advertising all over the place, the East Somerville Reunion finally took place.
The event was held at the Somerville City Club function hall in East Somerville. Approximately 175 and more attended. with lots of laughs and old talk about the various parts of East Somerville each was associated with.
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