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Danny Ramadan appears at All She Wrote Books

All She Wrote Books, 75 Washington St., hosts author Danny Ramadan today at 5 p.m. for the release of his debut memoir, "Crooked Teeth: A Queer Syrian Refugee Memoir." The launch includes a reading, a conversation with local author Sara Farizan, an audience Q&A and a signing. Tickets are available with or without a copy of the book, and the store asks anyone needing accommodations to email info@allshewrotebooks.com.

All She Wrote Books

Victoryland plays live show in Somerville tonight

Victoryland performs with Drook tonight at the 255 Elm St. venue, doors at 7 p.m., all ages welcome.

MassConcerts

Faces, Places & Spaces exhibition holds closing reception today

The exhibition on spatial justice and artist displacement in Massachusetts, presented by the #ARTSTAYSHERE Coalition, holds its closing reception at the Somerville Museum today, Sunday, August 23, from noon to 2 p.m.

Somerville Museum

Swing Out Sunday brings traditional jazz and swing to The Burren

Annie and the Fur Trappers return to The Burren's backroom in Davis Square tonight at 7:30 p.m., joined by special guest Erica Risti.

The Burren

The Jungle hosts Sheer Bliss, House Fires, and Jabberbob live

The Jungle Community Music Club on Sanborn Court hosts local indie rock acts Sheer Bliss, House Fires, and Jabberbob tonight from 5 to 8 p.m.

The Jungle

Community Preservation Committee to meet virtually

On Wednesday, August 26, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Somerville's Community Preservation Committee meets remotely to discuss capital needs for public and nonprofit buildings, parks, and affordable housing.

City of Somerville

Mayor Wilson to host Overdose Remembrance Event on August 27

On Thursday, August 27, Mayor Jake Wilson will host a memorial on the City Hall lawn honoring residents lost to opioid-related overdoses, featuring purple flag plantings and Narcan training.

City of Somerville

Soccer matches fill Joe Mackey Field at the Healey School

Joe Mackey Field hosts games all day today: Somerville Youth Soccer and Boston Vigor matches from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., followed by Volo Soccer from 6 to 10 p.m.

Somerville Parks & Recreation

Stonewall pickleball playoffs at Assembly Row

Stonewall Sports Boston's summer 2026 pickleball season holds playoffs today from 5 to 7 p.m. at Club Volo Assembly Row.

Stonewall Sports Boston

Somerville Theatre screens 'The Odyssey' and 'A Mighty Wind' today

Somerville Theatre's repertory calendar features "A Mighty Wind" in 35mm at 3 p.m. and "The Odyssey" in 70mm at 7 p.m. today in the Main Theatre.

Somerville Theatre

Somerville Urban Design Commission schedules virtual meeting

On Tuesday, August 25 at 6 p.m., the Somerville Urban Design Commission holds a public remote meeting via Zoom for design and massing reviews.

City of Somerville

Somerville High School prepares for fall sports season

Somerville High School's fall sports season begins Monday, August 24, with tryouts and mandatory medical clearances for cheerleading, volleyball, soccer, and cross country.

Somerville Public Schools