Eagle Feathers #300 – Boynton Yards

By Bob (Monty) Doherty

Somerville broke away from Charlestown in 1842. This was the same year that the Bunker Hill Monument was capped off and completed. It was also the year that the John P. Squire Company was founded. It was the first packing company established in the city.

After the long chilling days of winter, it’s nice to know that springtime has officially arrived. We anxiously await the final thaw and balmier days ahead.

One of the finer benefits of New England living is standing witness to the massive explosion of nature’s rebirth and renewal, seemingly amplified here. Grass, trees, wildlife and flowers all seem to go forth and multiply at an astounding rate, as if on cue to the call for “Action!”

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Interview by New England Poetry Club Co-President Doug Holder.

Recently, I was at a New England Poetry Club reading to hear poet Robbie Gamble and others read from their work. Gamble has a new chapbook out titled A Can of Pinto Beans. Gamble generously gave me a copy and I decided to interview this accomplished bard.

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Carissa Szabo is a current senior at Endicott College. She is soon to become an elementary school teacher in Turkey after graduation in May. She has always had a passion for new experiences. Growing up in rural Vermont, she was a neighbor to the trees and lakes. Her father and grandmother showed her their love of nature and from there Carissa began writing poetry about the natural world around her.

The Somerville Public Library Board of Trustees is actively seeking one enthusiastic individual to join their ranks, and we welcome applications from all Somerville residents. This is a chance for community members with diverse experiences, skills, and perspectives to contribute their passion for libraries to our vibrant community.

Virtual Public Hearing Will be Held on Wednesday, March 27, starting at 6:30 p.m.

The Somerville Community Preservation Committee is inviting residents to participate in shaping the future of their neighborhoods by providing input on potential projects to be funded by the Community Preservation Act (CPA) in the coming year. CPA in Somerville has a history of supporting a diverse range of initiatives, including rehabilitating playgrounds and schoolyards, making historic public buildings safe and handicapped accessible, building affordable housing, and supporting rental assistance. 

The second meeting will be virtual on Zoom on Saturday, March 16, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. 

The Union Square Neighborhood Council (USNC) is hosting two Community Benefit Agreement (CBA) Summits in regards to Rafi Properties’ Somernova project. The first, on Tuesday March 12, will be in person at the Argenziano School (290 Washington St, Somerville, MA. 02143) from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. The second meeting will be virtual on Zoom on Saturday, March 16, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. 

— Photos by Kayle Ebner

Shit-faced Shakespeare® is announcing its final production at The Rockwell Theater, crowd favorite Much Ado About Nothing.

After a 9-year successful run, Shit-faced Shakespeare is moving on. But before that, opening May 3 and running through June 22 at The Rockwell Theater at 7:00 p.m., Much Ado About Nothing.