Union Square is undergoing a transformation, and while it’s easy to be resistant to change, sometimes good things result from an altered landscape. When Starlab Studios, which had been based out of one of the now-demolished buildings in Union, was forced … Continue reading
Though you’d hardly know it looking at the #somsnow15 pile in my yard, it’s almost April. The first week of spring gave us some glimpses of the warmer weather to come–is it just me or does 45 degrees suddenly feel hot? … Continue reading
When Bobby Maclean first had lunch from the Roxy’s Grilled Cheese food truck a few years ago, he had no idea it would be the catalyst for a new career. Maclean had worked in coffee shops and dreamed of opening … Continue reading
Somerville is home to hundreds of talented artists who show off their works throughout the year at the city’s galleries and each May during Somerville Open Studios. But there’s another side to Somerville’s creative scene that flies a bit under … Continue reading
Happy spring! It’s official, winter is over. While any seasoned New Englander knows that it probably won’t feel very spring-like here for some time, just seeing the seasons officially change gives me hope. To celebrate, get out and enjoy the many events happening … Continue reading
The Community Credit Union that moved into Davis Square last fall got its start in 1955 when two brothers founded a financial institution for the Greek community in Lynn. But with the opening of a second branch in Peabody in … Continue reading
There are many things I love about Somerville, but these are a few of my very favorites right now. What are yours? Melting Snow Much has been made of this terrible winter and I know I’m not alone when I … Continue reading
After what has felt like the longest winter ever, we got a taste of spring this week and it was oh so sweet. The weekend looks a bit dreary, but there are plenty of fun events happening in Somerville to … Continue reading
Today’s post is written by Dillan DiGiovanni, a certified integrative nutrition health coach and teacher. He creates programs for healthier people and workplaces from his office in Union Square. Dillan will be regularly contributing his expertise on health and wellness to the … Continue reading
Today’s post comes to you from Mia Scharphie, a designer and researcher whose work focuses on the intersection of design, entrepreneurship and social impact. Mia co-curates the Creative Somerville Series, is a co-founder of Proactive Practices and founded the Build Yourself+ Workshop. … Continue reading
