The Bicycle Thief

[laryu.livejournal.com]

FYI. From a Craigslist post:

"While unlocking my bike in Davis Square around 7:30pm, I watched a man beat a U-lock with a stone brick until he managed to break the lock and free a RALEIGH hybrid bicycle. He then tried to walk off with bike to the park in the square without drawing attention to himself. Myself and others called the police, he was arrested, and the bike was returned to the scene. If you own a Raleigh hybrid style bicycle and you believe it was stolen, please contact the Somerville police. They may have your bike!

"Please keep an eye out for this theif. He 5'11", average build, tan complexion, short brown hair, wearing Celtics hat, black pants, black coat, winter snow boots. He was very drunk and belligerent. One person at the scene said he is a homeless man that is often in Davis Square and has stolen bikes in the past."

Poll # 3: Best Pizza located in or around Davis Square

[anomie666.livejournal.com]

I'm going to go ahead and post this now. I'm going to be away from the computer from 10am till probably 1 or 2pm, so if I missed something we talked about, sorry.

Honorable mention has to go to the beloved Pinky's. But alas, they are more than 1 mile from the square.

Thanks to a suggestion from lonelyholiday, if for some reason you didn't vote by want to see the results, you can click here.

[Poll #1184001]

bike week?

[jodi.livejournal.com]

When is bike week this year? Are there bike weeks activities, specials, etc, going on here in davs or in the greater somerville area?

SomerVaudeVille at Johnny D's May 28th!

[eclecticavatar.livejournal.com]

Seeking to re-create the classic tradition of Vaudeville, Theatre@First searched the four corners of the globe to find a diverse and entertaining collection of acts to present on Johnny D's
world-renowned stage. Then we returned to Somerville and realized we never had to look beyond our very own city!

From our local artistic community, we have assembled an amazing assortment of talent for your delight and amazement. Enjoy an evening's worth of pure entertainment generously provided by storytellers, musicians, dancers, mimes, poets, singers, and even our
own hula girl.

Call Johnny D's for reservations.

Tickets: $12, pay at the door.
Reservations available for dinner beforehand (minimum $10/person for food).

Performers:
Jessica Almeida
Ari Herbstman
Uncle Shoe
Ian Thal
Justin Werfel
Erica Schultz
The Pluto Tapes (Andy Hicks)
Can-Can Revolution
Heisenberg's Mezzos (Andrea Humez, Erica Schultz, Jessica Raine, and
Gilly Rosenthol)
Gilana and her Hula Hips (Gilly Rosenthol)

Guerilla Ad on Redline T subway car

[teele-sq.livejournal.com]

What initially caught my eye on this 'ad' were the numerous typos but I think the concept was cool. The text of the poster encourages riders to initiate conversation with fellow passengers and attempt to connect with other humans rather than sit idly by and stare at ads for the duration of the ride. Personally it's hard for me to take lessons in morality from people who can't distinguish between your and you're but I give them an A for effort. Did anyone else see this, or know anything about the origin?

Speaking of bikes

[insignia11.livejournal.com]

I'd like to take a ride after work, what are some nice routes (other then the Minuteman Bike Trail) to just ride around Somerville and neighboring towns? Maybe I’ll just ride and try to get lost and find my way home, that is always fun.

(no subject)

[jamiesquared.livejournal.com]

My husband and I are looking to buy two hybrid bikes. We have done some research online and think thats the best fit for us. Suggestions on bike stores nearby? We dont mind driving further if the pricing is better or the stores are bigger as well.

Free Coffee at Lyndell's -- Mother's Day (+DD 5/15)

[josephineave.livejournal.com]

Grab a free coffee on Sunday at Lyndell's in Ball Square.  Just don't take it into Sound Bites or there will be consequences.

http://www.wickedlocal.com/somerville/news/business/x356876931


There is also free iced coffee from 10 am to 10 pm at participating Dunkin Donuts on 5/15.  There's a notice on the DD site (participating locations only so your mileage may vary). 

Speaking of the Red Line - new artwork at Davis station

[fefie.livejournal.com]

Have you seen the new panels of artwork by 8 local artists that were installed at Davis T stop yesterday?

Davis Square Practice Offers Holistic Health Treatments in Exchange for Charitable Donations

[acuherb.livejournal.com]

 AMETHYST CENTER HOSTS HOLISTIC HEALTH FUNDRAISER FOR SOMERVILLE HOMELESS COALITION

Davis Square Practice Offers Holistic Health Treatments in Exchange for Charitable Donations

SOMERVILLE: Davis Square's Amethyst Center announced today that it is hosting "Nourish Your Well-Being," a fundraiser for the Somerville Homeless Coalition, on Saturday, May 10th from 1:00—5:00 p.m. The holistic health practice will short treatments in exchange for a suggested $10 donation to the Somerville Homeless Coalition. Treatments available include: acupuncture; shiatsu; massage; craniosacral therapy; naturopathy consultations; reiki and other energy balancing sessions. 

The Amethyst Center has raised nearly $3000 for the Somerville Homeless Coalition in the past three years. Because the event frequently sells out, participants are encouraged to call in advance (617-591-9200) to reserve their session. The Amethyst Center is located at 259 Elm Street, 3rd Floor, in Somerville's Davis Squa