Celebrate Union’s character, meet more neighbors, and help make local businesses’ registers sing! For more details, follow us on social. See you in the Square!
Karaoke at Vera's happens every Tuesday @ 9pm!
Sing at Vera's every Tuesday from 9pm-midnight for a super fun karaoke night hosted by @peopleskaraoke
No cover! 21+ with valid I.D.
Wednesdays are for Bingo!
Head to Vera's every Wednesday from 8-10pm for Drag Bingo!
Hosted by the lovely Amanda Playwith!
Grab your friends and win some fabulous prizes! Free to play!
Join Analise of Mind’s Eye Collective at BFAC Union Square for a hands-on beginner jewelry workshop where you will create your own wire earrings! In this 3-hour class, you'll learn the basics of wire working to create your own wire earring pair.
First, Analise will take you through a basic pair in copper to get the hang of the skills, then you will have time to create something of your own imagination in sterling silver or gold fill. Come with ideas in mind or take the time to experiment and be surprised!
Perfect for date night, girls' night out, or a fun gift-making experience, this class is limited to just 6 people to ensure personalized attention. No experience is needed, and all materials and tools are provided.
This class is suitable for ages 16+. Please wear closed-toed shoes and bring a rubber band to tie back long hair. Light refreshments will be provided by BFAC, feel free to bring your own non-alcoholic drinks and snacks.
Somerville Museum: History on the Line
It’s the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution! What better way to honor the generation of 1775 than enjoying the ales and ciders many of them drank to drown out the latest outrages from Great Britain? Join us to learn about New England’s tavern culture and its relevance to the Revolution.
Admission is $15 and includes one drink ticket.
Join Moki for a celebration on their closing weekend. They’ll be open until midnight and keep the vibes high all night long because...
This season in Somerville is almost over!
Sweat it out with Moki one last time.
1 and 2 hour sessions are open now.
Vinyl Index & Bow Market present Record Store Day 2025. The annual celebration of indie record stores is back on Saturday, April 12th for a fun-packed day of exclusive records (full list here), event tees and totes printed live, DJs spinning inside and out, music-inspired food & drinks, and more.
New for this year, we’re also partnering with YOU! Join us in the provisional “VI Record Lounge,” in the Upstairs at Bow event space where you can sign up for a time slot to spin your own vinyl with friends (no experience needed).
Event Schedule:
9am-11pm - Vinyl Index open for record shopping
Courtyard, Noon-6pm
Soulelujah DJs spinning, noon-6pm
ANTI Designs printing RSD tees & totes live, noon-6pm
Food & retail specials from Bow businesses
Upstairs at Bow, noon-1am
“VI Record Lounge,” in Upstairs at Bow 12pm-1am
Tiny Turn Paperie DIY printing press art project, 12-4pm
Fresh cocktails by Nook, 12pm-1am
In celebration of Portico’s second year of life, they’re throwing a party!
Celebrate this joyous occasion on Saturday April 12th, featuring:
🎸 Live music from Miss Fairchild Band (@missfairchildband) from 4-7 pm
🍻 Special anniversary IPA brewed just for the occasion
🏆 Giveaways, including a special commemorative tasting glass for the first 75 attendees (with beer purchase).
🎮 Video game stations and indoor/outdoor games
🥑 Food specials from Taqueria El Barrio!
Join artist and instructor Alex Mafusalov at the Boston Figure to learn the basics of watercolor painting!
Alex will break down the process into simple steps, going over the foundational principles of the medium: light, color, shape, and edges. Prompts and references will be provided, and you will receive individualized feedback and advice so that you walk away with a piece you are proud of.
Basic drawing experience is expected, but no painting experience is required. All supplies are included.
New to figure drawing? Maybe you’ve been practicing, but feel stuck or in need of a new perspective?
Illustrator, cartoonist, and figure drawing instructor Chris O’Neill (@thumbsoneill) shares his approach to nailing proportions, making faster drawings, getting loose, and having more fun at figure drawing! Each class, Chris focuses on a fresh topic, so learn something new every time you come!
This workshop will include three demos and individual instruction for each student throughout the evening.
Karaoke at Vera's happens every Tuesday @ 9pm!
Sing at Vera's every Tuesday from 9pm-midnight for a super fun karaoke night hosted by @peopleskaraoke
No cover! 21+ with valid I.D.
Wednesdays are for Bingo!
Head to Vera's every Wednesday from 8-10pm for Drag Bingo!
Hosted by the lovely Amanda Playwith!
Grab your friends and win some fabulous prizes! Free to play!
“O” is the culmination of a five-year journey and collaboration with artist Christopher Konopka and Callie Chapman. This April performance will be a first draft showing, complete with full production elements, and serves as an important step toward making “O” a touring piece to be presented across New England—and beyond.
“O” is a retro-futuristic narrative that weaves together personal, societal, and cosmic perspectives, offering a sharp critique of how media and technology shape our understanding of reality and manipulate our lives. Set in the 1940s, it centers around an augury—a woman who decodes the world through the flight patterns of birds, trying to unlock not only her own existence but the hidden lives of those around her.
Amid the constant influence of emerging technologies and media that confine her ability to effect change, “O” explores the tension between knowledge and understanding, revealing the fragility of human perception when surrounded by systems of control. In an office governed by old systems and mechanical devices, she begins to observe subtle, yet significant, shifts in the birds’ behavior—signs that hint at a deeper truth beneath the surface of her increasingly interconnected world. The performance ultimately uncovers a chilling truth: our obsession with using past data and historical patterns to predict the future blinds us to the present moment, trapping us in an unending cycle of surveillance and manipulation.
Performers: Cassie Wang, Redacted Maxwell, Eliza Malecki, and Amy Burns; Lighting Design: Stephen Petrilli
“O” is the culmination of a five-year journey and collaboration with artist Christopher Konopka and Callie Chapman. This April performance will be a first draft showing, complete with full production elements, and serves as an important step toward making “O” a touring piece to be presented across New England—and beyond.
“O” is a retro-futuristic narrative that weaves together personal, societal, and cosmic perspectives, offering a sharp critique of how media and technology shape our understanding of reality and manipulate our lives. Set in the 1940s, it centers around an augury—a woman who decodes the world through the flight patterns of birds, trying to unlock not only her own existence but the hidden lives of those around her.
Amid the constant influence of emerging technologies and media that confine her ability to effect change, “O” explores the tension between knowledge and understanding, revealing the fragility of human perception when surrounded by systems of control. In an office governed by old systems and mechanical devices, she begins to observe subtle, yet significant, shifts in the birds’ behavior—signs that hint at a deeper truth beneath the surface of her increasingly interconnected world. The performance ultimately uncovers a chilling truth: our obsession with using past data and historical patterns to predict the future blinds us to the present moment, trapping us in an unending cycle of surveillance and manipulation.
Performers: Cassie Wang, Redacted Maxwell, Eliza Malecki, and Amy Burns; Lighting Design: Stephen Petrilli
🌸🐰 Easter in Upstairs at Bow! 🐰🌸
Hop on over for a cozy, festive spring celebration! Join us Sunday, April 20th from 12–3 PM at Upstairs at Bow for a day filled with rabbit snuggles, crafts, and treats for all ages.
✨ Timed Rabbit Snuggles ✨
Cuddle up with a sweet rabbit! Sign up for a 15-minute snuggle session with our fluffy friends for a $15 donation to The House Rabbit Network. SIGN UP HERE. It's cute, therapeutic, and educational and your money will go directly to helping more bunnies and rabbits in need!
🎨 Crafts for Everyone!
Tiny Turns will be leading grown-up-friendly crafting.
Kids will have easter egg painting and nest building with Joy Harper. (Pay there $5 to participate)
🍬 Sweet & Sips 🍹
Carolicious will have delicious treats available for purchase.
Food & drinks from Bow Market vendors welcome!
Bring your friends, family, and your best bunny energy for an afternoon of fun! 🐇💖
Join the Somerville Museum's Patriots' Day Colonial Fair in Foss Park!
Greet Paul Revere on his horse, play colonial-era games, enjoy refreshments, and more!
Admission is free, but give them a shout if you're attending. The British might be coming too...
Join #ARTSTAYSHERE & the 3-dozen artists, musicians & creatives at Central Street Studios for a preservation party/community advocacy gathering as their building transitions ownership with the goal of maintaining affordable artist workspaces in Somerville!
Paul & Karen Morse, Nancy Dutton & David Benton have owned, upkept & stewarded the affordable artist workspaces at Central Street Studios for over 40 years. It has always been the owners’ mission for the next owner to keep the creative community intact, as affordable artist workspaces in Somerville, so they’ve been working with Jim Grace & the nonprofit, mission-driven Arts & Business Council (ABC) of Greater Boston to become an official Cultural Land Trust project. With significant financial support from Mayor Katjana Ballantyne & the City of Somerville, ABC is poised to purchase the property and honor the owners’ wishes. With everyone doing their parts, the artists at Central Street Studios have launched their own online fundraiser to help bridge the funding gap to get the preservation of Central Street Studios over the finish line.
Head to Warehouse XI to meet the artists, hear about the value of their individual artist workspaces & their collective create community, bid on auction prizes, participate in live painting, on-site advocacy & support their fundraiser. Help keep artists in Somerville!
A creative space where queer and trans history intertwine with personal storytelling in the "Queer Letters Across Time" workshop! Guided by Lavender Education, this event invites you to craft letters that bridge generations, honoring voices from the past while expressing the spirit of the present. Through the magical medium of historical fiction, you’ll create heartfelt, imagined letters inspired by eras that shaped queer and trans communities.
Included with Registration:
Writing supplies, including stationery
A guided, intimate workshop with inspiring prompts
Light refreshments, including snacks, water, and juice
Who Should Attend: Perfect for history enthusiasts, writers, and anyone interested in exploring queer and trans narratives through creative expression. Beginners welcome! Whether you're experienced in historical fiction or new to the genre, this workshop offers a unique way to connect with LGBTQ+ community and leave with powerful, personal pieces of writing.
Karaoke at Vera's happens every Tuesday @ 9pm!
Sing at Vera's every Tuesday from 9pm-midnight for a super fun karaoke night hosted by @peopleskaraoke
No cover! 21+ with valid I.D.
SAC and the Program on Georgian Studies at the Davis Center at Harvard are thrilled to continue their successful Exchanging Notes initiative, which began in the spring of 2023. This project aims to bring together artists and performers from Georgia and Somerville, Massachusetts.
The 2025 Artist in Residence at the Davis Center is Mishiko Sulakauri, an artist from the capital city of Tbilisi with a background in street art. While in the area, Mishiko has been invited to Somerville where he will paint a mural at Warehouse XI in Union Square.
See the freshly painted mural on April 23, and also enjoy a night of Georgian cuisine and multicultural mingling.
Wednesdays are for Bingo!
Head to Vera's every Wednesday from 8-10pm for Drag Bingo!
Hosted by the lovely Amanda Playwith!
Grab your friends and win some fabulous prizes! Free to play!
Tiny Turns is turning six and having a birthday craft party!
The party will be held at Carolicious at Bow Market (right across the breezeway from the shop!)
There will be delicious food, crafting stations & camaraderie.
Come for a short pop-in or stay the whole time.
food from Carolicious Gourmet
your first beverage
access to the all-you-can-craft buffet of fun craft stations (stay tuned for more details)
party favor (a limited edition gift for helping celebrate 6 years of stationery love)
A 90-minute tour of critical revolutionary sites such as Paul Revere’s ride through town and the marching route of the Redcoats! See the whole Boston basin as General Washington did, from the vantage points of two historic towers in Somerville.
Tours run April 25, 26, and 27 at 9am, 11am, 1pm, and 3pm!
GLOWBALL will transform the Armory Performance Hall into an immersive Rave created by DJ Adam Gibbons, pioneer of Afro House and Uhuru Afrika, and visual projectionist Jay Medina, all in support of The Center for Arts at the Armory. GLOWBALL is an anti-gala--there will be no speeches, presentations or auction. There will be pop-up performances by SambaViva and Sidy Maiga on djembe.
This year's honorees: Rachel Strutt, Lifetime Achievement Award; Clay Fernald, Community Arts Advocate: and Nelson Salazar, Outstanding Artist.
GLOWBALL tickets include international bites and glow in the dark accessories for guests to don. This will surely be Somerville's most illuminating party of 2025.
Can't make it to GLOWBALL but still want to support Arts at the Armory and gift a ticket to a local artist or cultural worker? There’s a ticket for that!
With all GLOWBALL tickets, you will be sent a thank you note and receipt stating that 80% of your ticket purchase is a donation to The Center for Arts at the Armory.
A 90-minute tour of critical revolutionary sites such as Paul Revere’s ride through town and the marching route of the Redcoats! See the whole Boston basin as General Washington did, from the vantage points of two historic towers in Somerville.
Tours run April 25, 26, and 27 at 9am, 11am, 1pm, and 3pm!
CultureHouse is hosting a Spring Club Fair!
Local clubs will be at the CultureHouse office sharing the cool things they do and how to join.
Why join a club? It’s a chance to make friends who share similar interests as you. Build new connections, learn a new hobby or skill, connect with your community, or meet a new community altogether! Whatever strikes your fancy, you can bet there’s a club for it.
Celebrate spring and join a club!
A 90-minute tour of critical revolutionary sites such as Paul Revere’s ride through town and the marching route of the Redcoats! See the whole Boston basin as General Washington did, from the vantage points of two historic towers in Somerville.
Tours run April 25, 26, and 27 at 9am, 11am, 1pm, and 3pm!
For 20 years, Second Chances, with the help of generous donors and compassionate community partners, has removed barriers to success, empowered communities, and protected the planet–one piece of clothing at a time.
Celebrate with them at a warm, fun community event featuring delicious local food from Taqueria El Barrio, craft beer and non-alcoholic beverages from Portico Brewing, entertainment, awards, and a chance to connect with our wonderful community. WBZ/CBS meteorologist Jason Mikell will emcee the event.
Join the Pedestrian and Transit Advisory Committee and fellow community members for a walk audit of Union Square. A walk audit is a community assessment of how safe, accessible, comfortable, and inviting it is to walk in a defined area. Since Union Square is one of the busiest pedestrian areas citywide and home to several high-crash roads, the Pedestrian and Transit Advisory Committee wants to identify opportunities to make this beloved square safer for people walking in the near-term.
Groups will meet in the plaza in front of the Union Square MBTA Station, in front of Life Alive. There will be several groups leaving from the same location at slightly staggered times, so don’t worry if you can’t arrive right at 6 p.m.
This event is hosted by the Somerville Pedestrian & Transit Advisory Committee (PTAC), in collaboration with the Somerville Alliance for Safe Streets (SASS), Groundwork Somerville, and the Somerville Commission for Persons with Disabilities (SCPD).
Karaoke at Vera's happens every Tuesday @ 9pm!
Sing at Vera's every Tuesday from 9pm-midnight for a super fun karaoke night hosted by @peopleskaraoke
No cover! 21+ with valid I.D.
Wednesdays are for Bingo!
Head to Vera's every Wednesday from 8-10pm for Drag Bingo!
Hosted by the lovely Amanda Playwith!
Grab your friends and win some fabulous prizes! Free to play!
Explore artists’ studios and meet visual artists living and working in Somerville
Somerville Open Studios 2025 will take place on Saturday + Sunday, May 3-4, 2025, from 12-6 pm each day, at artists’ studios and homes all over Somerville.
This year, there will be nearly 400 artists participating.
Explore artists’ studios and meet visual artists living and working in Somerville
Somerville Open Studios 2025 will take place on Saturday + Sunday, May 3-4, 2025, from 12-6 pm each day, at artists’ studios and homes all over Somerville.
This year, there will be nearly 400 artists participating.
Save the date!
Head to the heart of Union Square for the opening day of the 21st Annual Union Square Farmers Market and enjoy open air access to fresh, local, healthy food.
Union Square Farmers Market will run:
Saturdays from 9am-1pm
May 10- October 25
PorchFest will be Saturday, May 10, 2025, 12-6pm (Inclement Weather Date: Sunday, May 11).
Time: 12:00–6:00 PM
12:00–2:00 PM – West
2:00–4:00 PM – Central
4:00–6:00 PM – East
Stay tuned for more details!
Arts at the Armory welcomes the legendary 10,000 Maniacs to the Spotlight Series stage on May 28, 2025!
Celebrating their 40th Anniversary, 10,000 Maniacs has a lot in common with Jamestown, New York, the city that spawned them back in 1981. Both are honest and hardworking, a step outside the mainstream, and both possess a bit of magic. “It’s a city of blue-collar poetry,” says keyboardist Dennis Drew. “And that’s what we’re about, real-life stories. We’re a family, we do real work and we keep moving forward.”
The band has covered plenty of ground in its 40 years, from cult-stardom to international stardom, to their current status as a cornerstone alternative band. But the sound and spirit of 10,000 Maniacs remains consistent. The live shows embrace their entire catalog, and the lineup is still anchored by four of the six original members. Drew, guitarist John Lombardo, and bassist Steven Gustafson co-founded the band in 1981. Drummer Jerome Augustyniak joined in 1982, solidifying the rhythm section. And the two “new” members have long been part of the family: Mary Ramsey toured and recorded with the Maniacs as a viola player and backup singer beginning in 1991 before stepping into the front woman’s role 27 years ago.
Experience 10,000 Maniacs live this spring at Arts at the Armory!
Doors will open at 7:00pm, music will kick off at 8:00PM with an to-be-announced opening act.
Tickets:
$85 for Front Row Table Seating (seats sold individually)
$75 for Table Seating (seats sold individually)
$65 for General Admission, concert-style seating located on the main floor
Please purchase tickets on a computer or tablet for detailed seat selection. Questions? Contact Arts at the Armory at 617-718-2191 or info@artsatthearmory.org
Tickets purchased for 10,000 Maniacs are non-refundable. All sales are final.
Arts at the Armory to be a welcoming, accessible community arts space. We are delighted to announce we will join Mass Cultural Council’s Card to Culture program.
Arts at the Armory will offer 10 free tickets (max of 2 free tickets per person) to EBT, WIC and ConnectCareholders for each Spotlight Series performance. Please contact administrator@artsatthearmory.org for more information.
Arts at the Armory’s Spotlight Series Presents Shawn Colvin and Rodney Crowell on June 14, 2025.
Shawn Colvin wowed the music scene with her arresting 1989 debut, Steady On. The following spring, Colvin took home the GRAMMY Award for Best Contemporary Folk Album, establishing herself as a mainstay in the singer-songwriter genre. In the ensuing 30 years, Colvin has won three GRAMMY Awards, released thirteen superlative albums, written a critically acclaimed memoir, maintained a non-stop national and international touring schedule, appeared on countless television and radio programs, had her songs featured in major motion pictures and created a remarkable canon of work.
Colvin triumphed at the 1998 GRAMMY Awards, winning both Record and Song of the Year for the Top 10 hit "Sunny Came Home," from the platinum-selling album A Few Small Repairs. In September 2019, to commemorate the 30th anniversary of Steady On, Colvin released a newly-recorded version of her landmark debut. Colvin crafted a truly mesmerizing reinvention, performing the album with just her voice and guitar. The Steady On 30th Anniversary Acoustic Edition strips each song to the core, placing Colvin's songwriting on full display.
Rodney Crowell is a prolific country musician and songwriter. Native Texan, Crowell is a multi-Grammy Award-winning troubadour with fifteen number one hits. Over the course of his career, Crowell has gracefully blended his own mainstream success as an artist with a prolific catalog of songs cut by the likes of Emmylou Harris, Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Keith Urban and more, making him a master among his peers.
With more than 40 years of American roots music under his belt, Crowell has also been cited as the architect of Americana music, extending his genre reach, but owing to the distinctly universal, literary quality of his writing, he has also penned beloved songs for artists as diverse as Bob Seger, Etta James, the Grateful Dead, and countless others.
Don’t miss the opportunity to see two beloved songwriters share the stage at Arts at the Armory on June 14. Shawn Colvin and Rodney Crowell will take turns playing their iconic hits from over the years.
Doors will open at 7:00pm, the music will kick off at 8:00PM.
🌈 Somerville’s Big Gay Dance Party – An Outdoor Celebration of LGBTQ+ Pride! 🌈
Celebrate Pride Month with an unforgettable dance party in Union Square Plaza! This free, all-ages event is a joyful celebration of love, diversity, and inclusivity, welcoming LGBTQ+ individuals and allies alike.
This year’s theme: Halloween in June! Get creative and bring your most fabulous, spooky, or outrageous costume—because who says you can’t celebrate Halloween in June? Whether you come dressed as a glamorous ghoul, a glittering ghost, or your fabulous self, you’re sure to look great on the dance floor!
Sounds by DJ Live: Keeping the energy high with a killer dance set.
Drag performances by Amanda Playwith and Lily: Serving up fierce, fabulous, and unforgettable performances.
Professional photographs with Megan Senturk
LGBTQ+ organizations will be tabling! Connect with local groups doing meaningful work in the community. Learn more and get involved!
Pride is more than just a celebration—it’s a powerful reminder of the resilience, creativity, and strength of the LGBTQ+ community. This event is an opportunity to stand in solidarity with our LGBTQ+ friends, family, and neighbors, while also sharing joy, self-expression, and community connection.
Free and open to all!
Welcome to Holland!?—"A Theatrical journey of Flamenco, Poetry and Humor exploring unspoken realities of Motherhood and caregiving," is coming to Arts at the Armory’s Spotlight Series on June 28 and 29, 2025.
Join for Laura Sanchez’ transformative 75-minute journey that beautifully intertwines flamenco, poetry, humor, and film, celebrating the incredible strength of caregivers. Experience the story of an immigrant mother as she navigates her unique "Holland!?"—a landscape reshaped by trauma. Everyday objects transform into powerful symbols of hope, guiding her through challenges and illuminating the path to belonging. Welcome to Holland?! challenges stereotypes about motherhood and disability, shedding light on the diverse experiences of caregivers and non-traditional families.
Welcome to Holland!?—"A Theatrical journey of Flamenco, Poetry and Humor exploring unspoken realities of Motherhood and caregiving," is coming to Arts at the Armory’s Spotlight Series on June 28 and 29, 2025.
Join for Laura Sanchez’ transformative 75-minute journey that beautifully intertwines flamenco, poetry, humor, and film, celebrating the incredible strength of caregivers. Experience the story of an immigrant mother as she navigates her unique "Holland!?"—a landscape reshaped by trauma. Everyday objects transform into powerful symbols of hope, guiding her through challenges and illuminating the path to belonging. Welcome to Holland?! challenges stereotypes about motherhood and disability, shedding light on the diverse experiences of caregivers and non-traditional families.
Anatomy comes to life in this all-levels figure drawing class.
Each session will focus on a different aspect of the body.
Every week will start anew with a different area, so feel free to attend as your schedule permits. Whether drawing from life or imagination, this workshop will enhance your ability to create realistic and dynamic figures.
No experience necessary.
Basic supplies included, but feel free to bring your own!
Join artist and sculptor Adam Lubkin for a sculpture class! This workshop will focus on the proportions and structure of the human skull.
Learn the large planes, subtle forms, and complex structure that make the skull so beautiful and fascinating. Students will create their own 1/2 scale skull in clay.
This workshop is for all levels! Try an awesome new skill and take your skull home with you to appall and delight your friends and family!
An introduction to mending by hand for the complete beginner. You will learn to thread a needle, sew on a button, replace a drawstring, and patch holes. You’ll also get an introduction to Japanese Sashiko stitching, a simple technique used for decorative reinforcement and patching. Mending can be creative and relaxing!
Each participant will receive a sewing kit in a repurposed Altoids tin (which you’ll decorate during the session) as well as all necessary supplies.
If you don’t know how to thread a needle, but your favorite shirt is missing a button, this is the class for you!
To register, please send an email to both teachers: freudenr@bc.edu and bonniels13579@gmail.com. You will receive an email with confirmation of registration. Thanks to the Gather Symposium, www.gatherfibersymposium.com, this workshop is free and open to all.
A Lens Full of Light is a dual exhibition by photographers Gretchen Ann Graham and Julián Cancino, which explores the profound connections that shape life across generations. Connecting these two collections as well are the names of the photographers’ subjects, Helen and Eleni. Both names translate to “light” and “the bright one.” This exhibit will feature both digital and silver gelatin prints, with several works on view for the first time.
“Photographing my Aunt Helen and her five children continuously for the past 25 years has been a privilege,” says Gretchen Graham. “Witnessing and visually transcribing my cousins growing into full adulthood and raising their own families has deepened the meaning for me of what it means to try to transcribe the truth of a person in fractions of a second over time: it’s as much a responsibility to them as well as my expression of love for them.”
“My daughter has changed my life, and through photography I can capture and cherish that transformation,” says Julián Cancino. “This exhibition reminds me of the quiet power of simply being present.”
Exhibition dates: March 28-April 25, 2025
Gallery hours: Saturdays 12-4 or by appointment
Celebrate the season of renewal and rebirth with music! Featuring local, living composers, the concert has a sprinkling of choral, classical, jazz, folk and rock, including the TMC Chorus, the Wood Harbor Chamber Players, acclaimed saxophonist Ken Field, and the Three At Home Band.
Tickets are now on sale at Eventbrite!
The concert will be in Boynton Yards Somerville, in a new space in the recently completed 808 Windsor Street. Just steps from Union Square on the Green Line and with free parking at the 0 Windsor Place lot (right across the street from 808 Windsor!).
The Boston Women’s Workshop celebrates the female parkour experience and is open to all women, trans women, and non-binary individuals (ages 14–70+). Participants from all movement backgrounds are welcome—whether you’re a parkour practitioner, athlete, movement enthusiast, or simply interested in joining a vibrant, diverse community of healthy, fit, and mobile movers! The event is open to all abilities and fitness levels—whether you’re an absolute beginner or a seasoned pro, there’s a space for you! You’ll have the opportunity to learn, grow, face new challenges, and perhaps even overcome mental or physical obstacles you never thought possible. This event has something for everyone!
EVENT SCHEDULE
10:00 - 1:00 PM AM Sessions
1:00 - 4:00 PM PM Sessions
4:00 - 7:00 PM Open Training / Food / Fun
GUEST COACHES
Renae Dambly (USA/GER) - Originally from Colorado, and now living in Germany, Renae is generally considered to be one of the pioneers of American parkour and has performed, competed, and coached at the highest levels around the globe. Maybe you were lucky enough to have her at ARDV 2022?! She is known for her innovative/funky movement techniques as well as her cutting edge work on speed runs and ascents. @renaedambly
Cristina Latici (NY) - From The Movement Creative in NYC, Cristina is a longtime member of NYC’s downtown dance community, where she performed with a wide array of choreographers and performance artists in the US, Brazil, Venezuela, Europe and Canada. Cristina’s dance training continues to inform her approach to parkour, and parkour continually challenges everything she ever learned in her dance training. Cristina also brings a strong education background to her coaching, and she is instrumental in many of TMC's class and program development! @seedtosalad
SIGNUP OPTIONS & PRICING
FULL DAY - AM Workshops + PM Workshops + Limited Edition Event Shirt
- $75 Non-member / $60 Member
- $50 Member Early Signup (Until 3/1)
HALF DAY - PM Workshops
- $50 Non-Member / $40 Member
FREE spots available for high school students in Somerville and Cambridge!
Use the codes: VILLEN or CANTAB at signup!
Give Good is popping up at Bow from April-June with vintage home decor! Celebrate the opening of their pop-up on Friday April 4th with light snacks & music.
Wednesdays are for Bingo!
Head to Vera's every Wednesday from 8-10pm for Drag Bingo!
Hosted by the lovely Amanda Playwith!
Grab your friends and win some fabulous prizes! Free to play!
Karaoke at Vera's happens every Tuesday @ 9pm!
Sing at Vera's every Tuesday from 9pm-midnight for a super fun karaoke night hosted by @peopleskaraoke
No cover! 21+ with valid I.D.
New to figure drawing? Maybe you’ve been practicing, but feel stuck or in need of a new perspective?
Illustrator, cartoonist, and figure drawing instructor Chris O’Neill (@thumbsoneill) shares his approach to nailing proportions, making faster drawings, getting loose, and having more fun at figure drawing! Each class, Chris focuses on a fresh topic, so learn something new every time you come!
This workshop will include three demos and individual instruction for each student throughout the evening.
Attend one of two upcoming meetings to help shape the future of Somerville’s music ecosystem. Whether you’re concerned about venues, rehearsal spaces, recording spaces, or other issues, lend your voice to the conversation and help us brainstorm solutions. These meetings are a continuation of the “cultural ambassador” music meetings the Somervill Arts Council held to help shape the Somerville Cultural Capacity Plan. Moving forward with these community music group meetings to focus on music infrastructure issues is one of the actionable items mentioned in the plan. Special thanks to Ajda Snyder and the Art Stays Here coalition for leading the charge with these meetings.
Members of the music community are encouraged to participate so SAC can deepen their understanding of local needs and explore collaborative solutions between the City and the local community. With recent ACE zoning revisions and growing potential for development to provide space that can support the music ecosystem, these conversations will allow members of the music community to have a direct role in shaping spaces that serve them best.
Music Ecosystem Meeting 1: March 31, 6:30-8pm, The Jungle, 6 Sanborn Court
Music Ecosystem Meeting 2: March 23, 4-5:30pm, Somerville Music Spaces, 1060 Broadway C101B
Join Summit Bound Outfitter for a rejuvenating 50-minute yoga flow designed for climbers and movement enthusiasts of all levels! Expect a blend of creative movement patterns with a slow, restorative yoga flow that will leave you feeling limber, restored, and ready for your climbing projects or the workweek ahead.
🚗 Parking: Free street parking on Sundays!
👥 Limited Spots!
💰 Free for all!
💧Don’t forget to bring your own mat & water bottle!
✨ Enjoy a FREE beverage at Remnant with a token courtesy of Summit Bound!
This workshop makes the complexities of light and shade clear and accessible for all.
Artist Adam Lubkin will walk you through how to interpret the lighting you observe and translate it into your chosen drawing medium. By the end of the workshop you will have gained a deeper understanding of how light and shadow interact with objects - including the human form - and learn how to incorporate these principles into your artwork.
Basic supplies provided, but feel free to bring your own! Suitable for all skill levels—perfect for beginners while offering new insights for experienced artists.
The Ultimate Spring Celebration for Kids & Families!
Spring is in the air, and this is an egg-stra special experience your little ones will never forget! Head to Warehouse XI for a magical day filled with fun, creativity, sweet treats, and boutique shopping—all designed with kids (and parents!) in mind.
What’s in Store?
🌸 Photographic Backdrops & Setups by Wowlloons – Capture picture-perfect Spring memories.
✨ Glam Bar by PrettyGrlPop – Mini makeovers for the little ladies! Hair accessories and style station for photo ready looks and touch up kits!
🧸 Mobile Stuff A Plush by Joluxe – Kids get to create and take home their own cuddly plushie friend.
🎨 Crafts & Activities by Magic Minds – Enjoy hands-on fun and keepsake crafts.
🎈 Bounce House Fun – Because no party is complete without jumping joy!
👜 Patch Bar for Totes – Customize your own tote bag to collect all your Spring goodies!
🍭 Candy Charcuterie for the Little Ones – A sweet treat spread just for them!
🍩 Delicious Desserts by Laguna Bites – Indulge in delightful Srping-themed goodies.
🍦 Dole Whip Ice Cream by House of Swirls Ice Cream – Cool off with this tasty tropical treat!
🥚 Egg Hunt – Exciting surprises hidden in every egg!
🍹 Cocktails & Mocktails for Parents & Kiddos – Sip and enjoy while the kids have a blast!
🛍️ Boutique Shopping – Featuring fabulous local, women-owned small businesses.
🔹 Everyone aged 12 months and older requires a ticket.
🔹 Infants under 12 months may enjoy general activities without a ticket (excluding plushie station, glam bar, Magic Minds crafts and patch bar for totes — if you’d like them to participate in these, please purchase a child’s ticket).
Important Notes
🚨 Tickets are required for all attendees (babies, kids, and grown-ups alike).
🎟️ No tickets sold at the door—Pre-sale only!
🌧️ Event is rain, snow, or shine!
📸 By attending, you consent to event photography for promotional purposes.
❌ All sales are final—no refunds or rain checks.
Join Sophie Lyons (she/her) for a community lead all levels Yoga and Mediation offering for the Queer community.
This will be an open level trauma informed Asana (movement) practice led by Sophie and end with community time to recenter and connect about the many dynamics and intersections of Queerness.
Learn techniques for capturing live model 20-minute poses using watercolor!
Artist Jordan Rhodes will demonstrate his process step-by-step, followed by a series of 20-minute poses, where he will give personalized feedback and tips to refine your skills and enhance your artwork.
This is an intermediate level class, so some drawing/painting experience is encouraged! Perfect for artists looking to explore the dynamic medium of watercolor and build on their life drawing skills.
Join Side Quest Books & Games and Danger Wizard at Aeronaut for a day of gaming, RPG talks, mini painting, nerdy vendors and more! 21+ only.
Somerville's first TTRPG convention! From gaming sessions to geeky local vendors, from mini painting to nerdy group discussions, there's something here for everyone.
The $20 admission grants you a drink ticket as well as access to the meetups, group discussions and painting table. And if you want to play in one of the D&D or other indie game sessions, just make sure you sign up for your chosen game with the add-on ticket!
Can't wait to geek out about storytelling with y'all!
Introducing…. HOLI AFTER DARK 🌙 – Boston’s First Glow-in-the-Dark Holi Party!
Boston, it’s time to light up the night! This isn’t just another Holi party— Boston's 21+ Desi-American community is coming together for an electrifying glow-in-the-dark celebration—because who says winter should keep everyone inside? ❄️✨
You’ll be bumping to a diverse mix of fusion, hiphop, afro desi beats by Boston’s very own DJ Tribahl!
🔥 What’s in store?
🎧 A live set by DJ Tribahl
🍹 Sip on custom-crafted Desi cocktails designed just for the night
👕 Dress Code - BLACK & WHITE
🎁 Exciting giveaways & neon accessories
The Deets
📍 Location: Upstairs @ Bow Market
📅 Date & Time: Friday, March 28th | 9PM – 12AM
🎟️ Tickets: General admission includes entry + a themed cocktail of your choice.
Monthly Mixer
Join BFAC for their monthly potluck-mixer!
Everyone is invited, and it's free :) Bring a dish/snack/dessert/drink, or just bring your perfect self!
There will be music, games, and crafts!
Meet some fellow creatives in the BFAC community with fellow artists!!!
Head to Aeronaut for a night of drag excellence, monsters! It's Lady Gaga night starring Coleslaw, Severity Stone, Lily Rose Valore and Stabitha Christy!
Folks are encouraged to arrive at 7:30pm so you and your party have plenty of time to be seated and grab beers!
Don't forget cash (or have your Venmo ready) to tip the drag stars and stick around after the show to meet the performers, check out their merch, and enjoy the taproom!
Join Analise of Mind’s Eye Collective at BFAC Union Square for a hands-on beginner jewelry workshop where you will create your own bespoke gemstone and sterling silver stacking rings!
In this 3-hour class, you'll learn the basics of jewelry making to form, solder and set gemstones of your choice into sterling silver rings. You'll have the opportunity to choose your semi-precious stones and ring thicknesses to create the stack of your dreams. Come with ideas in mind or take the time to experiment and be surprised! Perfect for date night, girls' night out, or a fun gift-making experience, this class is limited to just 6 people to ensure personalized attention.
No experience is needed, and all materials and tools are provided. By the end of the session, you'll take home a distinctive set of 3-4, time permitting, of your very own handcrafted sterling silver and semi precious stone rings.
This class is suitable for ages 16+. Please wear closed-toed shoes and bring a rubber band to tie back long hair.
Refreshments will be provided by BFAC, feel free to bring your own non-alcoholic drinks and snacks.
This one’s for all the sewing/crocheting/knitting/textile lovers!
Gather at the Boston Figurative Art Center for a biweekly meet-up, BYOCP... (BYOCP = bring your own [unfinished or not-yet-started] creative projects!)
Do you have unfinished textile or sewing projects? Do you like to complain about how many unfinished projects you have? Do you wish you could commiserate with a fun group of people in a low-key setting?
Join in for a relaxing and social evening co-working session in the “living room” at the BFAC. Professional artist and fashion designer Mary Kahle of Kahle Studios will be on site to trouble-shoot and provide feedback!
All experience levels and ages welcome! Snacks will be provided.
Get ready for an evening you won't forget!An evening of inspiration, community, and celebration featuring powerful women leaders, live music, food, and drinks! 🎤🎶🍽️
You are invited to Somernova’s Women's History Month Celebration on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, starting at 5:30 PM.
Join them for a night dedicated to honoring the amazing achievements of women throughout history!
Take part in interesting conversations, enjoy games, chat with local business owners, groove to the beats of DJ L'Duke, enjoy good food and hear inspirational speeches from some special guests:
Mayor of Somerville, Katjana Ballantyne,
Somerville City Council President Judy Pineda Neufeld
Massachusetts State Auditor, Diana DiZoglio
Director of Racial and Social Justice, City of Somerville, Amanda Nagim-Williams, J.D.
Somerville School Committee Chair, Ilana Krepchin
The Somerville Square Dance is back on Tuesday, March 25th for their one-year anniversary dance at @warehouse_xi in Union Square!
Live string band music from @the_horsenecks on tour from Astoria, Oregon!
Calling by Will Mentor!
As always, no experience required- they’ll show you everything you need to know!
Bring friends and meet new ones here too! Bringing a water bottle in recommended! Wear your best square dance fashion!
Doors at 7pm, lesson at 7:30pm, dancing 8-10pm. $10-$20 cash or Venmo at the door.
See you on the dance floor! 💃🕺🏼🎻🪕
Anatomy comes to life in this all-levels figure drawing class.
Each session will focus on a different aspect of the body.
Every week will start anew with a different area, so feel free to attend as your schedule permits. Whether drawing from life or imagination, this workshop will enhance your ability to create realistic and dynamic figures.
No experience necessary.
Basic supplies included, but feel free to bring your own!
All-ages zine-making workshop where you’ll be guided on how to construct and fill a 1-page foldable zine.
No artistic background is required, and materials such as colored paper, drawing utensils, and magazines for collaging will be provided. Bring your friends and have fun creating in community!
Zines are a self-produced book about anything! (hence the name coming from just the “-zine” portion of “magazine,” like a mini-magazine). Inherently meant to be as low-cost and accessible as possible, zine-making is a no-expectations form of creativity where it’s not about the materials you use, but about giving space to thoughts, observations, and perspectives that would otherwise not be published or considered.
Zine Space wishes to share forms of zine-making and means of self-publishing with the public as a means of soft community awareness and self-empowerment. Through zine-making, community members can explore how to freely create for themselves and alongside others without the pressure of expectation.
For parking: you can park for free on the bridge on Washington street after school hours! There is also meter parking throughout Union Square.
Brought to you by The Lao Project
An intimate evening where food, culture, and conversation intertwine at The Lao Table. Whether you’ve grown up with these flavors or are experiencing them for the first time, you are welcome to join the table.
As you savor a thoughtfully crafted three-course meal, you’ll experience a journey through the bold, comforting, and unapologetically rich flavors of Lao cuisine. Each dish comes with a story—whether it’s the warmth of elders urging others to eat more, the resilience of the community, or the joy of sharing a meal with loved ones.
This gathering is part of The Lao Project, a storytelling initiative dedicated to preserving and sharing the lived experiences of Lao Americans.
Three-Course Menu:
🥢 Starter: Tum Mak Hoong – Spicy, tangy, and deeply flavorful, this papaya salad is pounded to perfection with juicy shrimp heads, fresh chilies, and shrimp paste offering a bold taste of Lao street food tradition.
🍜 Main Course: Khao Poon – A comforting and aromatic coconut curry noodle soup, rich with slow-simmered broth, tender shredded chicken, and fragrant herbs, served over thin rice noodles with fresh vegetables and lime.
🎃 Dessert: Sangkaya Mak Eu – A traditional Lao coconut custard made with eggs, gently steamed inside a tender Kabocha squash. The smooth, creamy custard and the sweet, earthy squash offer a unique, comforting finale to the meal.
Come hungry, come curious, and leave feeling full—not just from the food, but from the stories, connections, and essence of what it means to be Lao American. Welcome to The Lao Table.
Spots are limited—reserve your seat now! Secure your ticket today to guarantee your spot at the table. Tipping is welcome and appreciated via Venmo, with details provided on-site.
Celebrate International Women's month with Machu Picchu’s Bichotas & Bellinis brunch.
Gather your power crew and toast to strength, success & sister hood.
With Karol G themed decorations, cocktails, & Peruvian brunch menu with live DJ entertainment.
The Annual Bow Market Book Fair is back!
@tinyturnspaperie, @allshewrotebooks, @sidequestbooks & @readmylipsboston are teaming up to celebrate & share their love of books 📚
Head to Bow Market on Saturday, March 22nd for a fun-filled day featuring:
Kiddo Story & Activity Time
Bookseller Pop-Ups
Saus’s Cookbook Swap
Author Signings
Book Themed Maker Market
Food & Drink Specials
Workshops & more!
And in the evening:
Literary Drag Trivia & After Party in Upstairs at Bow
Keep an eye out for a full schedule soon.
In honor of Women’s History Month, Boynton Yards is hosting a double feature at the 101 South Conference Center & you’re invited! 🎬✨
12 PM: Radioactive – The story of Marie Curie and her groundbreaking scientific discoveries.
2 PM: Hidden Figures – The untold story of the women behind the space race.
Head to Boynton Yards to celebrate women in science!
