May 2026
Higher parking fees on the way, and perhaps direct election of mayors
City Council appears to have settled on a fee structure for resident parking permits, for now. Read more Boosters ‘R Us and a serviceable space opera Starting next year, residents will pay $75 for an annual parking permit, up from $25, the cost since 2013. However, residents for whom $75 constitutes a financial hardship can […]
Boosters ‘R Us and a serviceable space opera
“I Love Boosters” ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rating: 3.5 out of 4. Rapper-turned-director Boots Riley burst onto the movie scene in 2018 with “Sorry to Bother You,” a dystopian comedy about a call-center drone who uncovers a Silicon Valley plot to create a race of “equisapiens” — horse-human hybrids to displace the labor force. The wildly inventive “I […]
In Somerville, a Salute to Service
Pictures from Somerville’s Salute to Service Parade on May 16, Armed Forces Day. The city made this the Memorial Day Parade, as well, and themed the whole event around the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Read more Drones, staches & space opera fashion Somerville’s annual Memorial Day Remembrance will take […]
If only humans could breathe like yellow-rumped warblers
Mammals, including humans, inhale oxygen and exhale carbon dioxide, which sounds like a fairly simple process. But compared to birds, we’re very inefficient. When we breathe, we inhale oxygen-rich air into our lungs. This fresh air mixes with old oxygen-poor air already in the lungs. When we breathe out, we breathe out this old stale […]
Drones, staches & space opera fashion
“I Love Boosters” ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rating: 3.5 out of 4. Rapper-turned-director Boots Riley burst onto the movie scene in 2018 with “Sorry to Bother You,” a dystopian comedy about a call-center drone who uncovers a Silicon Valley plot to create a race of “equisapiens” —- horse-human hybrids to displace the labor force. The wildly inventive “I […]
Accolades and achievements
Dan Hogan received the Hope in Action Award from the Alzheimer’s Association Massachusetts/ New Hampshire Charter, recognizing him for his advocacy work on behalf of people impacted by Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. A long-time member of the Club Passim staff, Hogan has served the club as both an executive direction and senior advisor. […]
Reunite with some classic films
Schools may be letting out, but it’s Reunion Week at the Brattle Theatre, a reliably eclectic annual series of films celebrating their 25th, 50th, or 75th anniversary. The series kicks off Friday with two very different New York classics hitting the big 5-0 this year: Chantal Akerman’s winsome essay film “News from Home” (1976), in […]
Community foundation gives grants to over 150 Cambridge nonprofits
The Cambridge Community Foundation (CCF) recently made its Community Fund grants, awarding almost $1.4 million this year to 157 Cambridge-serving nonprofits. While the CCF is Cambridge-focused, this year’s awards were influenced by national political trends. Read more Events in Cambridge and Somerville: Campfire fest, Memorial Day and Jesse Terry With the Trump Administration in […]
Events in Cambridge and Somerville: Campfire fest, Memorial Day and Jesse Terry
Thursday, May 21 6 to 8 p.m.The Foundry, 101 Rogers St., East Cambridge. Cambridge Rindge and Latin School Sisters on the Runway Fashion Show$5 to $10. Sisters on the Runway raises awareness and funds in support of victims of domestic violence. This year’s theme for its annual runway fashion show is “Light in the Darkness.” All […]
S&S owners hope to see a new “legacy” establishment take its place
While the S&S Restaurant will close June 7 after 107 years in Inman Square, its owners say a new restaurant may replace it. Read more Residents ask tough questions at Memorial Drive debrief “We are going to take a deep breath and figure out what is the right thing for this landmark, iconic space,” said […]