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serious-noir.livejournal.comI missed the protest on Wednesday – didn't hear of it in time. Does anyone have a line on upcoming protests or a social media feed for such things?
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ron_newmanI got this e-mail from Young Somerville Advisory Group today:
I am excited to invite you to the re-launch event of the Young Somerville Advisory Group! RSVP here! A team of us has been working together to think about the best role that the Advisory Group fills in our City-- and we've decided that it all starts with building community among young people of all backgrounds and interests.
Join us at Brass Union in Union Square next Tuesday evening, 12/8, at 6:30pm. We are hoping for a good turnout of both old and new members of the Advisory Group, as well as anyone just curious about the community we're hoping to build! In addition, we will be joined by key City staff from different departments who will briefly discuss some of the topics that you all mentioned most interested you during the survey this summer (such as affordable housing and transportation).
RSVP on EventBrite here or on Facebook here! All are welcome, so please drag along a few friends or roommates! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at youngsomervilleadvisorygroup@gmail.com. Looking forward to seeing you on Tuesday!
Cheers,
Simon and the YSAG team
mem-winterhill.livejournal.comSome folks may know about The Long Now organization: http://longnow.org/
The Long Now Foundation was established in 01996* to develop the Clock and Library projects, as well as to become the seed of a very long-term cultural institution. The Long Now Foundation hopes to provide a counterpoint to today's accelerating culture and help make long-term thinking more common. We hope to creatively foster responsibility in the framework of the next 10,000 years.
Check out their past seminars to get an idea of the topics they cover: http://longnow.org/seminars/
It's been up and running for a long time in San Francisco. But those of us on the east coast feel left out of the seminars and events (although I do stream many of the talks and enjoy those, at least before I fall asleep).
Anyway--some regional fans of Long Now are beginning to organize a local chapter for talks and events. The inaugural meeting will be Tuesday, Nov 17, 6:30pm at The Burren. We'll be clustering out in the front area somewhere, not sure how big this will be just yet. From the email I got:
With no agenda, this is simply an opportunity to meet other area Long Now members and have a casual discussion about what we'd like to see in a local Long Now group - and get to know each other.
If you know and like this organization, or might like to hear more, gather with us. If we have a quorum and sufficient interest, maybe this will be a regular thing. More formal organizational stuff to come.
For readers who don't know Davis well:
247 Elm Street, Davis Square,
Somerville MA 02144
http://www.burren.com/
The Long Now Foundation was established in 01996* to develop the Clock and Library projects, as well as to become the seed of a very long-term cultural institution. The Long Now Foundation hopes to provide a counterpoint to today's accelerating culture and help make long-term thinking more common. We hope to creatively foster responsibility in the framework of the next 10,000 years.
Check out their past seminars to get an idea of the topics they cover: http://longnow.org/seminars/
It's been up and running for a long time in San Francisco. But those of us on the east coast feel left out of the seminars and events (although I do stream many of the talks and enjoy those, at least before I fall asleep).
Anyway--some regional fans of Long Now are beginning to organize a local chapter for talks and events. The inaugural meeting will be Tuesday, Nov 17, 6:30pm at The Burren. We'll be clustering out in the front area somewhere, not sure how big this will be just yet. From the email I got:
With no agenda, this is simply an opportunity to meet other area Long Now members and have a casual discussion about what we'd like to see in a local Long Now group - and get to know each other.
If you know and like this organization, or might like to hear more, gather with us. If we have a quorum and sufficient interest, maybe this will be a regular thing. More formal organizational stuff to come.
For readers who don't know Davis well:
247 Elm Street, Davis Square,
Somerville MA 02144
http://www.burren.com/
Celebrate Marriage Equality TONIGHT!
Jun. 26th, 2015 05:19 pmbex77Join us as we descend upon Davis Square at 6:30 pm to celebrate the Supreme Court's decision to give same-sex couples the right to marry across the land! Bring your biggest rainbow flags and help us celebrate this happy, happy day!
Here's the link to the Facebook invite from Jenn Sakogsky
https://www.facebook.com/events/1608460882746097/
Here's the link to the Facebook invite from Jenn Sakogsky
https://www.facebook.com/events/1608460882746097/
david sloaneFriends and Neighbors,
As you may have already heard, we're electing our delegates for the 2015 Democratic State Convention on Monday night at the High School.All Democrats, registered in Somerville before January 31, 2015, are eligible to vote and to run for a delegate seat.
So feel free to circulate to your friends and neighbors.
May 04, 2015 at 6:30pm - 8pm
Cafeteria at Somerville High School
81 Highland Ave
Somerville, MA 02143
United States
Google map and directions
RSVP Online: http://www.somdems.org/2015_
David Sloane
Chair, Ward 7 Somerville Democratic Committe
usernamenumber.livejournal.com(x-posting to davis_square and b0st0n)
Hey! Are you in the Boston / Camberville area with an interest in the intersection of open source and education technology? This is something I'm very passionate about, and I'm trying to organize a meetup of like-minded people to talk about and contribute to OSS projects that are helping to make education more flexible and accessible. If you're interested, just RSVP here. Once we've got enough people, we'll try to find a date, time, and topic that works for everyone!
http://www.meetup.com/Boston-Open-Source-Ed-Tech-Meetup/events/219168447/
Hey! Are you in the Boston / Camberville area with an interest in the intersection of open source and education technology? This is something I'm very passionate about, and I'm trying to organize a meetup of like-minded people to talk about and contribute to OSS projects that are helping to make education more flexible and accessible. If you're interested, just RSVP here. Once we've got enough people, we'll try to find a date, time, and topic that works for everyone!
http://www.meetup.com/Boston-Open-Source-Ed-Tech-Meetup/events/219168447/
Tuesday 11/19 - Ward 6 ResiStat meeting
Nov. 16th, 2013 06:07 pmron_newmanJoin Mayor Joe Curtatone and Ward 6 Alderman Rebekah Gewirtz on Tuesday, Nov. 19, at the Davis Square Theatre at 255 Elm St. from 7 to 8:30 p.m. to discuss neighborhood and citywide issues.
The agenda includes an interactive data exercise to find out what you like about your neighborhood, the latest crime data, a look at the recent gains in MCAS growth scores in the public schools, and updates on projects including the Green Line Extension, the city’s walkability and bikeability, and the feedback you shared during Somerville by Design.
Please also join us before the meeting from 6:30 to 7 p.m. for refreshments, pizza and a chance to speak one-to-one with City officials.
For more information, please contact ResiStat Coordinator Meghann Ackerman at 617-625-6600 ext. 2120 or mackerman@somervillema.gov.
[copied from an e-mail and robo-call]
The agenda includes an interactive data exercise to find out what you like about your neighborhood, the latest crime data, a look at the recent gains in MCAS growth scores in the public schools, and updates on projects including the Green Line Extension, the city’s walkability and bikeability, and the feedback you shared during Somerville by Design.
Please also join us before the meeting from 6:30 to 7 p.m. for refreshments, pizza and a chance to speak one-to-one with City officials.
For more information, please contact ResiStat Coordinator Meghann Ackerman at 617-625-6600 ext. 2120 or mackerman@somervillema.gov.
[copied from an e-mail and robo-call]
plan-somerville.livejournal.comTonight (Tuesday) is the second of two "visioning sessions" to find out what the community wants to see for the future of Davis Square. The Mayor's Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development is in the middle of a neighborhood planning process, part of the Somerville by Design series, that will create a neighborhood plan to guide planning efforts in the neighborhood over the next 20 years, as well as identifying some projects and priorities for the immediate future.
Tonight's meeting includes fun, interactive, visual exercises to gather feedback on what's working, what's not, and what people want to see in the neighborhood. We had a great turnout at the last meeting and we'd love to keep up the momentum tonight.
Tuesday, July 30, 6:30 p.m.
First Church Somerville UCC
89 College Avenue
More information at http://www.somervillebydesign.com, http://www.facebook.com/somervillebydesign, or on Twitter at @somerbydesign.
( Flyer after the cut... )
Tonight's meeting includes fun, interactive, visual exercises to gather feedback on what's working, what's not, and what people want to see in the neighborhood. We had a great turnout at the last meeting and we'd love to keep up the momentum tonight.
Tuesday, July 30, 6:30 p.m.
First Church Somerville UCC
89 College Avenue
More information at http://www.somervillebydesign.com, http://www.facebook.com/somervillebydesign, or on Twitter at @somerbydesign.
( Flyer after the cut... )
plan-somerville.livejournal.comJoin the Mayor’s Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development for the second of four events which will create a plan for the future of Davis Square. Come share your knowledge and goals for the neighborhood in a fun, informal Visioning Session. Two dates are being offered for this session to accommodate busy summer schedules. The content will be the same.
Wednesday, July 17th
Tuesday, July 30th
6:30 p.m.
First Church Somerville UCC
89 College Avenue
More information about this neighborhood planning process is available at http://www.somervillebydesign.com, on Twitter at @somerbydesign, and on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/somervillebydesign.
( Event flyer and project poster after the jump. )
Wednesday, July 17th
Tuesday, July 30th
6:30 p.m.
First Church Somerville UCC
89 College Avenue
More information about this neighborhood planning process is available at http://www.somervillebydesign.com, on Twitter at @somerbydesign, and on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/somervillebydesign.
( Event flyer and project poster after the jump. )
obie119.livejournal.comHi all,
I'm posting to DSLJ because our Arlington group (at least when I was in it, in 2011-12) had a lot of crossover with Somerville!
Elise, the longtime moderator/gem of the Friday morning JF&CS group at the Calvary church is moving to Seattle. Many of us are thankful for her 10+ years of volunteer service and are having a fun informal reunion in her honor this Thursday at Magnolia, starting at 4:30 PM.
For more information (including info about the scrapbook in progress - deadline is today or arrive early at the event):
http://bit.ly/elise_party
To RSVP to the reunion (recommended!)
http://bit.ly/elise_rsvp
Hope to see you there!
-Karin and other grateful Arlington-area parents
PS: please pass this along to other parents that you know!
I'm posting to DSLJ because our Arlington group (at least when I was in it, in 2011-12) had a lot of crossover with Somerville!
Elise, the longtime moderator/gem of the Friday morning JF&CS group at the Calvary church is moving to Seattle. Many of us are thankful for her 10+ years of volunteer service and are having a fun informal reunion in her honor this Thursday at Magnolia, starting at 4:30 PM.
For more information (including info about the scrapbook in progress - deadline is today or arrive early at the event):
http://bit.ly/elise_party
To RSVP to the reunion (recommended!)
http://bit.ly/elise_rsvp
Hope to see you there!
-Karin and other grateful Arlington-area parents
PS: please pass this along to other parents that you know!
Join the conversation at ResiStat
Apr. 26th, 2013 03:13 pmsomerresistat.livejournal.comResidents of Ward 6, which includes Davis Square and southwest Ball Square, are invited to the Ward 6 ResiStat community meeting on Thursday, May 2, from 6:30pm to 8pm at the Somerville Community Baptist Church, 31 College Avenue. Refreshments will be served at a 6pm meet-and-greet.
ResiStat meetings give you the chance to hear from and share information with Mayor Joe Curtatone, Alderman Rebekah Gewirtz, other elected officials, City staff, and your neighbors. Each ResiStat meeting covers a variety of topics, from City-wide projects to neighborhood concerns. Some of Thursday evening's topics include:
ResiStat meetings give you the chance to hear from and share information with Mayor Joe Curtatone, Alderman Rebekah Gewirtz, other elected officials, City staff, and your neighbors. Each ResiStat meeting covers a variety of topics, from City-wide projects to neighborhood concerns. Some of Thursday evening's topics include:
- The Davis Square hotel proposals
- City budgeting
- Davis Square streetscape improvements
- Local public safety information
Groups for expecting moms?
Nov. 27th, 2012 12:03 pmabbie romanulI've lived in Davis for 3 years but was an out of stater before that. My husband and I are expecting our first baby in May and we are both in our late 20s. We are the first of our friends to have kids, so I am interested in any local pregnancy/parenting groups I might look into joining. Any suggestions would be appreciated! Thank you :)
Created a Davis Square Dog Playgroup
Nov. 8th, 2012 06:46 pmtequilamckngbrd.livejournal.comHi everyone,
I just created a Davis Square Dog Playgroup at meetup.com and a facebook group if anyone wants to coordinate dog walks, playdates, dog park outings, etc.
http://www.meetup.com/Davis-Square-Dog-Playgroup
http://www.facebook.com/groups/296790197092884/
Feel free to join!
I just created a Davis Square Dog Playgroup at meetup.com and a facebook group if anyone wants to coordinate dog walks, playdates, dog park outings, etc.
http://www.meetup.com/Davis-Square-Dog-Playgroup
http://www.facebook.com/groups/296790197092884/
Feel free to join!
Meeting Spaces?
Nov. 1st, 2012 05:40 pmebagslolz.livejournal.comHowdy!
I'm hoping to find a couple of spots here in Davis that could handle 15-20 people for weekly meetups and whatnot, hopefully with a projector for speakers, etc. Any suggestions?
I'm hoping to find a couple of spots here in Davis that could handle 15-20 people for weekly meetups and whatnot, hopefully with a projector for speakers, etc. Any suggestions?
Knit & Sip Crochet Soiree (Sun, Oct 14th)
Oct. 8th, 2012 11:21 amtoricosta.livejournal.comOur annual Wrap Around Sale to benefit the Somerville Homeless Coalition is just five weeks away! Join us at the Gallery this Sunday as we knit and crochet our support for SHC.
Come on by for yarn and conversation, and check out a very cool art show--The Big Bad.
Light snacks, drinks, tea & coffee will be there. Please feel free to bring some munchies if you'd like.
About Knit & Sip Crochet Soirees
Each November, the Nave Gallery hosts Wrap Around, a sale of affordable handmade goods. All proceeds help fund the amazing work of the Somerville Homeless Coalition, and anything not sold is donated to them.
Join our monthly meetup, and knit, crochet, and create items for this November's sale. This is a really fun way to get your craft on and help keep someone warm during our very cold winters.
To keep up to date on events, join the meetup group at: http://www.meetup.com/Knit-
Each November, the Nave Gallery hosts Wrap Around, a sale of affordable handmade goods. All proceeds help fund the amazing work of the Somerville Homeless Coalition, and anything not sold is donated to them.
Join our monthly meetup, and knit, crochet, and create items for this November's sale. This is a really fun way to get your craft on and help keep someone warm during our very cold winters.
To keep up to date on events, join the meetup group at: http://www.meetup.com/Knit-
Knit & Sip today at Perry Park
Sep. 16th, 2012 10:31 amtoricosta.livejournal.comStop by Perry Park today from 2-5 pm for our next Knit & Sip Crochet Soiree. There will some light snacks, and great company. Check out the yarnstorm installation, and help us get ready for the Wrap Around sale in November.
About Knit & Sip Crochet Soirees
Each November, the Nave Gallery hosts Wrap Around, a sale of affordable handmade goods. All proceeds help fund the amazing work of the Somerville Homeless Coalition, and anything not sold is donated to them.
Join our monthly meetup, and knit, crochet, and create items for this November's sale. This is a really fun way to get your craft on and help keep someone warm during our very cold winters.
To keep up to date on events, join the meetup group at: http://www.meetup.com/
About Knit & Sip Crochet Soirees
Each November, the Nave Gallery hosts Wrap Around, a sale of affordable handmade goods. All proceeds help fund the amazing work of the Somerville Homeless Coalition, and anything not sold is donated to them.
Join our monthly meetup, and knit, crochet, and create items for this November's sale. This is a really fun way to get your craft on and help keep someone warm during our very cold winters.
To keep up to date on events, join the meetup group at: http://www.meetup.com/
Knit & Sip Crochet Soiree (Sept 16)
Sep. 5th, 2012 07:49 pmtoricosta.livejournal.comYarnstorming Perry Park was a hit, and it looks oh-so-pretty.
So of course, our next Sunday K&SCS will be in the park. Come by, check it out, bring some treats for munching if you'd like, and enjoy.
If it rains, we'll move to a place right next door.
Perry Park
361 Washington St,
Somerville, MA
About Knit & Sip Crochet Soirees
Each November, the Nave Gallery hosts Wrap Around, a sale of affordable handmade goods. All proceeds help fund the amazing work of the Somerville Homeless Coalition, and anything not sold is donated to them.
Join our monthly meetup, and knit, crochet, and create items for next November's sale. This is a really fun way to get your craft on and help keep someone warm during our very cold winters.
To keep up to date on events, join the meetup group at: http://www.meetup.com/
So of course, our next Sunday K&SCS will be in the park. Come by, check it out, bring some treats for munching if you'd like, and enjoy.
If it rains, we'll move to a place right next door.
Perry Park
361 Washington St,
Somerville, MA
About Knit & Sip Crochet Soirees
Each November, the Nave Gallery hosts Wrap Around, a sale of affordable handmade goods. All proceeds help fund the amazing work of the Somerville Homeless Coalition, and anything not sold is donated to them.
Join our monthly meetup, and knit, crochet, and create items for next November's sale. This is a really fun way to get your craft on and help keep someone warm during our very cold winters.
To keep up to date on events, join the meetup group at: http://www.meetup.com/
toricosta.livejournal.comWednesdays are much better when there is yarn involved. Let's get some yarn involved!
Margaret Ryan will host this meetup. Come on by and keep her company.
Nave Gallery
June 27
5:30 -7:30
About Knit & Sip Crochet Soirees
Each November, the Nave Gallery hosts Wrap Around, a sale of affordable handmade goods. All proceeds help fund the amazing work of the Somerville Homeless Coalition, and anything not sold is donated to them.
Join our monthly meetup, and knit, crochet, and create items for next November's sale. This is a really fun way to get your craft on and help keep someone warm during our very cold winters.
To keep up to date on events, join the meetup group at: http://www.meetup.com/Knit-
Margaret Ryan will host this meetup. Come on by and keep her company.
Nave Gallery
June 27
5:30 -7:30
About Knit & Sip Crochet Soirees
Each November, the Nave Gallery hosts Wrap Around, a sale of affordable handmade goods. All proceeds help fund the amazing work of the Somerville Homeless Coalition, and anything not sold is donated to them.
Join our monthly meetup, and knit, crochet, and create items for next November's sale. This is a really fun way to get your craft on and help keep someone warm during our very cold winters.
To keep up to date on events, join the meetup group at: http://www.meetup.com/Knit-
toricosta.livejournal.comHi there,
Our next Knit & Sip Crochet Soiree will be outside in the sunshine. One of our meetup members is kindly hosting this meetup at her home. This is a potluck event, so please bring a snack if you'd like.
Sunday, June 17
2 pm
For the address, please email me at tori (dot) costa (at) gmail (dot) com. Or, feel free to call me at 617-259-8386.llery.
About Knit & Sip Crochet Soirees
Each November, the Nave Gallery hosts Wrap Around, a sale of affordable handmade goods. All proceeds help fund the amazing work of the Somerville Homeless Coalition, and anything not sold is donated to them.
Join our monthly meetup, and knit, crochet, and create items for next November's sale. This is a really fun way to get your craft on and help keep someone warm during our very cold (normally) winters.
To keep up to date on events, join the meetup group at: http://www.meetup.com/Knit-
Our next Knit & Sip Crochet Soiree will be outside in the sunshine. One of our meetup members is kindly hosting this meetup at her home. This is a potluck event, so please bring a snack if you'd like.
Sunday, June 17
2 pm
For the address, please email me at tori (dot) costa (at) gmail (dot) com. Or, feel free to call me at 617-259-8386.llery.
About Knit & Sip Crochet Soirees
Each November, the Nave Gallery hosts Wrap Around, a sale of affordable handmade goods. All proceeds help fund the amazing work of the Somerville Homeless Coalition, and anything not sold is donated to them.
Join our monthly meetup, and knit, crochet, and create items for next November's sale. This is a really fun way to get your craft on and help keep someone warm during our very cold (normally) winters.
To keep up to date on events, join the meetup group at: http://www.meetup.com/Knit-
toricosta.livejournal.comBreak up the week with some color, craft. and conversation.
Margaret Ryan will host this meetup. Come on by and keep her company!.
Nave GalleryMay 30
5:30 -7:30
About Knit & Sip Crochet Soirees
Each November, the Nave Gallery hosts Wrap Around, a sale of affordable handmade goods. All proceeds help fund the amazing work of the Somerville Homeless Coalition, and anything not sold is donated to them.
Join our monthly meetup, and knit, crochet, and create items for next November's sale. This is a really fun way to get your craft on and help keep someone warm during our very cold winters.
To keep up to date on events, join the meetup group at: http://www.meetup.com/Knit-
