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East Somerville Main Streets Newsletter August 2007  
in this issue
:: Historic Walking Tour
:: Loans & Lattes: A Success
:: East Somerville After Hours
:: Big Belly on Broadway
:: East Branch Extends Hours
 Auto da Compadecida September Brings...
Under the Stars:
International Movie Nights
 

East Somerville Main Streets will celebrate the rich cultural heritage of East Somerville by hosting UNDER THE STARS: International Movie Nights a series of free outdoor films from around the world.  Chosen by local residents, the films from Italy, Brazil, and Guatemala represent the diverse and proud cultures that make East Somerville their home.

 

There will be raffles, music, and more!  Bring your family, meet new friends, and enjoy a fun, free night out at the movies - International Style! 

 

 

When:  September 7th, 14th, and 21st; 8:00pm

Where: 165 Broadway, Behind the Old Fire Station

Movies:  Cinema Paradiso, Auto da Compadecida, El Silencio de Neto 

  

For more information: 

www.eastsomervilleflicks.org 
Walk into History 
 
Historic Walking Tour Shows a New Side to East Broadway
 
 
Harry's Hardware Footplate, Currently TLC Launderers and Cleaners - Cityline Laundromat
 
 

Ever wonder what Mudflat's was before it was Mudflat's?  Or how exactly Paul Revere came galloping down Broadway?

 

On Sunday, Sept. 23, from 10:00am-12:00pm, East Somerville Main Streets and the Somerville Historic Preservation Commission will show you East Broadway in a whole new way!

 

Learn about Tuck's Department Store, Harry's Hardware, and the house with the first telephone!  All are welcome to this free event.  Meet at the Mt. Vernon Restaurant.

 
Loans & Lattes:
 
Businesses Gain Access to New Resources
 
 

Loans & Lattes 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

In a successful effort to bring new resources to businesses, Loans and Lattes gathered over 20 people to learn and share information.

 

Representatives from Acción, a local micro-lender, met with business owners to answer questions on their small business lending program, and the Somerville Business Development Specialist distributed information on the City's business support resources.  Also greeting business owners was Monica Lamboy, the Director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development, and an East Somerville resident.

 

A special thanks to Cityline Laundromat and Ted Gogos & Sons Plumbing and Heating, who sponsored the event.

 

Four Pressed Shirts

and a Book of Stamps, please.
 
Historic Shoes 
 
Out of stamps and hoping that the Winter Hill Post Office might just sprout wings and land in East Somerville?
 
 
 
 
 
TLC Launderers and Cleaners
, at 110A Broadway, are official stamp distributors for the US Postal Service.  So you can now stop hoping for the first post office in flight, and just ask Pina and Leo for your stamps!

 

East Somerville After Hours

 

 

Khoury's Sign

 

 

Enjoy appetizers from Khoury's New Menu while Talking East Somerville

 

On Tuesday September 18th, all those who have East Somerville near and dear to their hearts are invited to "come meet your neighbors!"  East Somerville Main Streets is teaming up with Khoury's State Spa, one of the oldest establishments on East Broadway, to launch their brand new menu, and celebrate East Somerville. 

 

All are welcome!  Appetizer's compliments of Khoury's; cash bar available.  

 
When:  Tuesday Sept. 18th
             5:30-7:30
Where: Khoury's State Spa, 118-
             120 Broadway
BIG BELLY
Comes to Broadway

 

  

 

Big Belly!?  In most places you don't want to say that too loud.  Despite this, many have been saying it loudly and with glee in front of Vinnie's Superette.  

 

The City of Somerville DPW has placed a Big Belly, solar compacting, trash can in front of Vinnie's at 76 Broadway. 'Big Belly" trashcans self compact, keeping down odors, and lowering the frequency with which the cans have to be emptied.

 

Thanks to the City of Somerville and the DPW for taking the next step towards a litter-free Broadway.

 

Book Lovers Rejoice! 
East Branch Extends Hours
 
 

 

Starting on September 4th, East Branch Library patrons will be greeted with the surprise of open doors on Tuesdays from 2:00-6:00pm. 

 

Thanks to the efforts of various community members and the Ward I Alderman, it was decided to extend the library's current schedule of three days a week, to four. 

 

 

Books all around ---On the library! 

Upcoming Events  
 
Under the Stars:  International Movie Nights
All Movies: 8:00pm - w/English Subtitles - behind the fire station at 165 Broadway
         9/7    Italian Night - Cinema Paradiso
         9/14  Brazilian Night - O Auto da Compadecida
         9/21  Central American Night - El Silencio De Neto  
 
East Somerville After Hours
          9/18   Come Talk East Somerville and Meet Your Neighbors, 5:30 - 
                   7:30, Khoury's State Spa, 118-120 Broadway
 
Historic East Broadway Walking Tour
          9/23  Meet at the Mt. Vernon Restaurant, 10:00am-12:00pm
                 Refreshments to be served!
 
 
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Community Notes:
Greek Festival 2007 - Sept 7-9  9/7 (5pm-11pm); 9/8 (12pm-11pm); 9/9 (12pm-9pm).  
 
Free Parking! Free Admission!  Continuous non-stop Greek Music so you can dance throughout the entire weekend! 
29 Central St. 
www.grecianfood.com ,
617.625.2222.
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