1) The Green Line is Coming! Rally and Press Conference for Somerville JobsSomerville Community Corporation is planning a rally in Boston to advocate for local jobs as the Green Line Extension moves ahead. The rally will take place at 12 p.m. before the MassDOT board of directors meeting. You can meet at Somerville Community Corporation at 11 a.m. to travel to Boston with the group, or you can meet at the Transportation Building in Boston, 10 Park Plaza, at 12 p.m. 2) May 2013 Somerville Salon: Citizen JournalismFrom the listing: "What happens when citizens start doing their own investigating…

1) Taste of SomervilleDon't forget, tonight is Taste of Somerville, with more than 35 restaurants participating. It's from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Holiday Inn. 2) Somerville By Design: Davis SquareSomerville By Design, which has already tackled Magoun, Ball and Gilman squares, now focuses on Davis Square. With hotel proposal and plans to revamp the streetscape in Davis Square, tonight's meeting will deal with "issues such as [the] possible hotel, traffic and parking, redevelopment, and encouraging locally owned and independent businesses." It takes place at 6:30 p.m. at Somerville …

1) Somerville Transportation Equity Partnership Turns 10The Somerville Transportation Equity Partnership, commonly known as STEP, celebrates its 10th anniversary today. The organization advocates for the Green Line Extension and other transportation-related issues in Somerville and the region. They're celebrating tonight from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Precinct. 2) Felix DeBona Signing CeremonySomerville soccer phenom Felix DeBona is signing a letter of intent with Boston University today at 2:45 p.m. at the Somerville High School atrium. 3) Somerville Youth Soccer Registration OpenSpeaking of …

1) S.H.S. Scholarship Foundation $10,000 RaffleThe foundation provides scholarships to worthy Somerville High School students, and tonight's raffle begins at 7 p.m. at Somerville High School. 2) Tufts Softball Team GraduatesThe Tufts softball team will miss Sunday's commencement because they'll be playing in the NCAA Division III College World Series. On Tuesday they celebrated an early commencement with Tufts University President Anthony P. Monaco and Varney Hintlian, a Tufts trustee. Congratulations. 3) Andrew Scandal and The Lightyears at The PrecinctAndrew Scandal and company hit the …

1) Spring Book Sale at the Somerville LibraryThe Friends of the Somerville Public Library spring book sale takes place this weekend, and there's a sneak preview from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. tonight for members of the group. You can get a membership at the door. It's at the Somerville Public Library. 2) Ward 1 ResiStat MeetingThis meeting will discuss news and happenings in East Somerville. It's at 7 p.m. at the Cross Street Senior Center. The meeting was originally scheduled for May 28.  3) Welcome to KindergartenIf your kid is starting kindergarten this fall, you can learn about what to expect at …

1) Bronwyn OpensSomerville restaurant fans have been waiting to hear those words. Bronwyn, a new restuarant by Tim and Bronwyn Wiechmann of Cambridge's T.W. Food, opens in Union Square tonight. The restaurant will serve things like handmade sausage, freshly baked pretzels, Eastern European dishes, German beer and wine from Germany, Austria and Alto Adige. It's dinner hours begin at about 5 p.m. The restaurant is at 255 Washington St. 2) Dennis Lehane at The Book ShopDennis Lehane, author of Mystic River and Gone, Baby, Gone, will be at The Book Shop in Ball Square tonight to discuss his new …

1) Effective Communication for Family CaregiversThis two-part series is for adult children of aging parents. It's hosted by the Somerville Council on Aging. The first meeting is tonight from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., and the next meeting is May 21 at the same time. It takes place at the Council on Aging offices, 167 Holland St. 2) "Game of Thrones" in East SomervilleEast Somerville Main Streets is hosting weekly events on Tuesdays through July, and tonight's event is called "Game of Thrones." Noris Montiel of Shaddai Boutique will demonstrate decorating skills on thrones created for East …

1) Somerville Bike Commuter BreakfastAs part of Bay State Bike Week, the Somerville Bicycle Committee is hosting a free breakfast for all bike commuters. Food will be provided by Petsi Pies and Star Market, and you can also get a bike check and tuneup. It starts at 7:30 a.m. at the corner of Beacon and Sacramento streets. The rain date is May 14. 2) Join Supercuts for Celeste-A-Thon!From the listing: "Supercuts is joining 200 salons and spas in the Boston/Greater New England area to raise money for hairstylist Celeste Corcoran and her daughter, Sydney, two survivors of the Boston Marathon …

1) Johnny Cupcakes at the Somerville Public LibraryFrom the listing: "Johnny Cupcakes will be at the Somerville Public Library to tell his career story; how he created a multi-million dollar clothing business using nontraditional methods. Starting his business at the age of 19, Johnny developed his company without a business plan, start up loans, investors, or even conventional advertising! Johnny has since managed to launch one of the most recognized T-shirt brands in the U.S. with a committed following." It's at 4 p.m. at the Somerville Public Library. 2) 27th Annual “Evening at Pops” to …

1) Bestselling Author Linda Barnes Discusses her BooksThe author of the Carlotta Carlyle private investigator series will be at The Book Shop at 7 p.m. 2) Sunsetters AuditionsAuditions for Somerville's favorite summertime singing group takes place today at the Somerville High School cafeteria. It's for kids between the ages of 12 and 18. More here. 3) Backyard BBQ ThursdaysFrom the listing: "Thursdays are now Backyard BBQ Thursdays at Olde Magoun's Saloon. Each Thursday we will feature a different pit barbeque plate complete with 2 sides and cornbread for only $12! It's different each week so…

1) Somerville Garden Club Members DemonstrationThe Somerville Garden Club is presenting a number of gardening-related demonstrations tonight. The event listing outlines the demonstrations: "planting and growing vegetable seedlings; creating long-lasting labels for indoor or outdoor use; making May wine from the herb sweet woodruff; the art of botanical illustration with watercolors." Check it out at 7 p.m. at 167 Holland St. 2) "First Generation" at Somerville TheatreThis documentary, narrated by Blair Underwood, is about first-generation low-income students and how their success could impact…

1) Eliot-Pearson Children's School Benefit at Flatbread PizzaSupport the childen's school's scholarship fund by eating pizza. The fundraiser starts at 5 p.m. at Flatbread Company at Sacco's Bowl Haven. 2) "Reinventing You: Define Your Brand, Imagine Your Future"Celebrate Dorie Clark's new book, published by Harvard Business Review Press. The book's launch party is from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Thalia Tringo Real Estate. 3) StorytimeStop by the Somerville Public Library West Branch at 11 a.m. for some story time. 4) Pub TriviaThere's a lot of pub trivia tonight. Check out listings here. 5) …

1) The Wonder Smith: Children's Book Illustrations of Boris Artzybasheff"'The Wonder Smith: Children's Book Illustrations of Boris Artzybasheff' is an exhibition highlighting over 40 works by Artzybasheff from his 20 year career as a children's book illustrator," according to the listing. The exhibit opens tonight at 5:30 p.m. at Tufts University Art Gallery @ Aidekman Arts Center. 2) SOS Kids' ShowIf you're having Somerville Open Studios withdrawal, head to The Center for Arts at the Armory for the SOS Kids' Show, which runs through May 10. 3) Pub TriviaCheck out tonight's lineup of pub …

1) Saloon Gatsby SocialThe party will feature gin-based cocktails from the Gatsby era, and the listing says, "Come decked out in your best Roaring ‘20s attire, and be ready to mix, mingle, tipple and taste." It starts at Saloon at 6 p.m. 2) Ward 6 ResiStat Community MeetingWard 6 includes the Davis Square area and parts of Ball Square. Tonight's neighborhood meeting takes place at Somerville Community Baptist Church at 6:30 p.m. 3) (Free Movie) EMPOWERED: Power From the PeopleSomerville Climate Action presents a film about Tompkins County, New York, where people are using a variety of …

1) LearningExpress Job & Career Accelerator WorkshopGet help writing resumes, preparing for interviews and learning networking techniques. It's at 3 p.m. at Somerville Public Library. 2) ScrapbookingFrom the listing: "Come join a fun group of avid scrapbookers while we get our photos and stories down on layouts. Not a scrapbooker but curious? Join us anyway. Bring 6 photos and we'll show you how to get started." It's at 12 p.m. at 15 Vermont Ave. 3) Local Cask Ale TappingEvery Thursday Olde Magoun's Saloon taps into a new firkin of cask ale. Head to the restaurant at 6 p.m. to enjoy. 4) Post …

1) Tufts Opera Ensemble Presents "Knave of Hearts"According to the listing: "Tufts Opera Ensemble presents the world premiere of Boston composer Vartan Aghababian’s new opera 'Knave of Hearts,' based on a play by Louise Sanders." It's at 8 p.m. at Granoff Music Center at Tufts University. 2) Wednesday Beer Dinners at Foundry on ElmA two-course dinner with beer samples from a different brewer each Wednesday. Head to Foundry on Elm at 5 p.m. to enjoy. 3) Early Spring at Virginia Wood - Friends of the Middlesex Fells ReservationA nature walk in the Middlesex Fells. The listing says to meet at …

1) Support Brown School 6th Grade at FlatbreadYou can eat pizza and support the Brown School's 6th grade fundraiser. Order at Flatbread Company at Sacco's Bowl Haven starting at 5 p.m. 2) Boston Stars Announce Formation of U-16 Tier 1 Hockey TeamTryouts end today for the Boston Stars under-16 hockey team. 3) Burlesque 101For the past eight weeks, beginners and amateurs have been receiving "a comprehensive education in the art of the tease." Today's the last Tuesday class in the series. Congratulations to those of you who are graduating. 4) Karaoke and Pub TriviaThere's lots of it happening in…

1) Talking Baseball with Peter Gammons and Billy BeaneBaseball journalist Peter Gammons and Oakland As manager Billy Beane are in Boston today for a baseball lunch, where they will discuss the business of baseball. It's a charitable event that benefits a handful of local causes. It starts at 11 a.m. in the State Room at 60 State Street, Boston. Find tickets at ftbnl.org. 2) Annual Children's Book DriveA reminder that you can donate children's books to benefit the Massachusetts Coalition for the Homeless. Drop them off at CPCU Credit Union. 3) Blog on Somerville PatchBlogging on Somerville …

1) Make Your Own Magic TricksMagician Debbie O'Carroll teaches kids 7 and up tricks of the trade. It's at the Somerville Public Library East Branch at 2:30 p.m. Contact Meghan Forsell at (617) 625-6600 ext. 2970 to reserve a space. 2) My Mother's Italian, My Father's Jewish & I'm in Therapy!The listing describes the show in this way: "'One part lasagna, one part kreplach, and two parts Prozac,' you don’t have to be Jewish or Italian to love this show. All you need is to know what it feels like to leave a family dinner with heartburn and a headache!" It's at The Regent in Arlington, 7 Medford …

1) The Knit Art House in Crochetville"Be prepared to never envision a home in quite the same way again," the listing for this exhibit says. The opening reception is tonight at 6 p.m. at the Nave Gallery Annex. 2) The Essence of a Meditative State of MindLearn to relax, let your mind go free and medidate. This workshop—or perhaps it's the opposite of a workshop, since working is stressful—starts at 7 p.m. at The Center for Arts at the Armory. 3) Tufts Chamber MusicFrom the listing: "Students present works for strings, winds, brass, and piano." Head to the Granoff Music Center at Tufts …