'Neighborhood Connect' meetings hit all 7 wards

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City Launches 'Neighborhood Connect' Series Across All Seven Wards

The city launched its 2026 'Neighborhood Connect' series on September 21, replacing the former City Hall Community Meetings with sessions in each of Somerville's seven wards. Instead of formal presentations, the new science-fair format has city staff at tables for one-on-one and small group conversations, after brief citywide updates and a welcome from Mayor Jake Wilson and the ward councilor. Meetings still open with a social half-hour with free pizza and snacks; the Ward 4 session is Wednesday, September 23, at the Healey School cafeteria, 5 Meacham St.

The Somerville Times

Somerville Arts Council Hosts Virtual 2027 Grant Info Session

The Somerville Arts Council holds a virtual Local Cultural Council info session tonight, September 22, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., walking artists and cultural organizers through the 2027 grant application process.

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Somerville Conservation Commission Meets Remotely Tonight

The Somerville Conservation Commission holds a remote public meeting tonight, September 22, from 7 to 9 p.m., addressing wetland protection and conservation issues; agenda and registration are online.

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Urban Design Commission Holds Remote Public Hearing Tonight

The Somerville Urban Design Commission meets remotely tonight, September 22, at 6 p.m. to review proposed development projects.

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Virtual Meeting Tonight on Proposed 3-Unit Housing at 142 Cross St

Ward Councilor Matthew McLaughlin hosts a virtual neighborhood meeting tonight, September 22, at 6:30 p.m., where JAC Investments LLC and architects will present plans for a 3-unit residential development at 142 Cross St.

City of Somerville

In-Person Neighborhood Meeting on 84 Washington St Set for Tonight

The development team, city staff, and Ward 1 Councilor Matt McLaughlin hold an in-person meeting tonight, September 22, at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Room to review plans for 84 Washington St.

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School Committee Instruction Subcommittee Meets Remotely Tonight

The Somerville School Committee's Educational Programs and Instructional Subcommittee meets via Zoom webinar tonight, September 22, at 6:30 p.m.

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Monthly Veterans Support Gathering at Holland Street Center Today

The Somerville Council on Aging hosts its monthly peer support group for veterans today, September 22, at 10:30 a.m. at the Holland Street Center, with coffee and refreshments.

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Moth Boston StorySLAM Returns to Arts at the Armory

The Moth Boston StorySLAM open-mic storytelling competition takes place tonight, September 22, at Arts at the Armory, with doors at 6:30 p.m. and stories starting at 7:30 p.m.

Northeast Storytelling

FabVille Opens Its Community Workshop Tuesday Night

FabVille at Somerville High School offers open shop hours tonight, September 22, from 5 to 9 p.m., letting community members use the space and tools, with cleanup starting at 8:30 p.m.

FabVille

STEAM Team Brings Hands-On Building to West Branch Library

Children ages 2 and up can build and experiment with STEM-themed toys at the West Branch Library today, September 22, from 11 a.m. to noon; no registration required.

Somerville Public Library