'A Very Davis Valentine's' Shopping Event is Tonight

Holland Street stores are offering deals on Valentine's Day flowers, clothes and gift ideas. Also, there will be fancy donuts.

Other Winter Farmers Markets Near Somerville

Somerville has a great winter farmers market, but other communities have some, too. If you're looking for farm products on Thursday or Sunday, or if you just want to take a short trip, check these out.

Many of you may already shop at Somerville's winter farmers market, which is on Saturdays. Sometimes, much to our chagrin, it's not a Saturday. If you're interested in hitting up a farmers market on a Sunday, or maybe a Thursday, here are some other markets in nearby communities. Also, some of you may acknowledge the existence of places other than Somerville. What's more, you might want to visit such places. Farmers markets can be a great excuse to do that. The following are the markets open for the Winter 2013 season in Somerville and in nearby cities and towns. BOSTON Dorchester/Codman Square Health Center Winter Farmers Market Jamaica Plain/Egleston Winter Farmers Market BROOKLINE Brookline Winter Farmers Market CAMBRIDGE Cambridge …

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Lee Dwyer

2:46 pm on Wednesday, January 30, 2013

There's also a new winter farmers market that just started at Clarendon Hill on Saturdays! It's from 10 am to 1 pm in the Clarendon Hill Community Room. Bonus: if you use your EBT card for your fruits and veggies, you get them half off!   more ›

Thursday: Midnight Madness Shopping Extravaganza in Davis Square

The square's shops are open until midnight, and shoppers can get holiday discounts.

Somerville Local First Launches 'Local is for Lovers' Market

The market will highlight local merchants for the holiday shopping season.

Somerville Local First, on organization that promotes local businesses, is hosting its first ever holiday market this year. Called "Local is for Lovers," the market will let people shop locally all in one place. The market takes place Dec. 2 at The Center for Arts at the Armory, and it will include items from local merchants and artists, along with kid-friendly music and activities. Kat Rutkin, executive director of Somerville Local First, said one fun part of the market will be a table filled with Somerville restaurants selling gift certificates. This will allow people who want to buy gift certificates for their food-loving friends  the ability to purchase them all at once. Rutkin said the list of restaurants participating is not yet …

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Chris Orchard

9:18 am on Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Sorry. I forgot to add the hours. Thanks, Courtney, for posting them. (Have a happy Thanksgiving, everyone).   more ›

The Vintage Clothing Scene in Davis Square

Davis Square has a robust consignment shop and vintage clothing culture. Here, we look at some of the main players.

Opened in September 2011, Found is a consignment store that consists of high-end designer pieces and contemporary brands. Whether you’re looking for a retro flowery sundress or a vintage Chanel white tweed jacket, the store covers all price points. Prada, Ralph Lauren, Chanel and the ever-covetable Alaïa can be found in the front and center of the store. All other racks include, but are not limited to, brands such as Joie, Phillip Lim, Guess and Gap. While most of the clothes are for women, men are not forgotten and have a small section. There’s a great selection of ties and shirts for the office, while an assortment of loafers wait to be picked up for a casual Saturday afternoon. A sales associate told Somerville Patch that shopping at …

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Winner: Best Florist in Somerville

Nellie's Wildflowers in Davis Square is the winner.

The best florist in Somerville is Nellie's Wildflowers outside Davis Square, according to Somerville Patch users. We tallied votes, comments and reviews to determine the winner. Nellie's isn't your typical florist. As the name "wildflowers" indicates, they branch out from the standard collection of roses and carnations to create unique bouquets composed of flowers you can't find everywhere. "Every bouquet we make is an original," said Jessica Squires, an employee. She was happy for the win and said, "We're all a tight-knit family."  Patch readers had good things to say about Nellie's. "Great flowers all the time," Kevin wrote. "Have ordered several times through the years. Keep up the good work." "Nellie's is the best," wrote Julie Anne …

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Vote: Best Florist in Somerville

It's flower season. Leave comments and reviews, and vote in our poll to help us determine Somerville's favorite florist.

Spring is here; Mothers Day is coming up, and wedding season is just around the corner, which means we're thinking about flowers. Where do you go in Somerville when you want some flowers? Vote in our poll and write comments. Also, check out the listings below and write reviews for your favorite spots. We'll take all of that into consideration when determining the winner. If you think we left out a great Somerville florist, write a comment or send an email to chris.orchard@patch.com. We want to include everyone. Madison Floral T.F. Murphy Florist Mystic Florist Ricky's Flower Market The Celebrated Flower Nellie's Wildflowers Bostonian Florist Bow Street Flowers Petals In Paradise

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Stop to Smell the Roses: Best Florist in Somerville

Next week we ask: Where's your favorite florist in Somerville?

Some people go to florists only on special occasions and at the last minute. (Is it Valentine's Day again?) Others make florists a regular part of their lives, decorating their homes with fresh plants on a weekly basis. Some florists sell robust outdoor plants; others specialize in minimalist indoor arrangements. People get flowers for weddings, funerals, holidays, changes in season and tons of other reasons. So, what's your favorite florist in Somerville? That's the question we're asking next week. If you want to make sure a Somerville florist is on the list, send an email to chris.orchard@patch.com.

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Where's the Best Place to Buy Sporting Goods in Somerville?

Whether you like biking, exercising, sports, outdoor activities or indoor games, Somerville's got some great places to buy equipment. Which is your favorite?

If you want to play some sports, get outside, ride a bike, shoot some pool or even dive in the ocean, you can buy your kit right here in Somerville. So, where's the best place to buy sporting goods in Somerville? Vote in our poll and write comments. Also, check out the listings below and write reviews for your favorite spots. We'll take all of that into consideration when determining the winner. If we left out a sporting goods store, write a comment or send an email to chris.orchard@patch.com. We want to include everyone. Woodway Darts United Divers Boston Billiards Sports Authority Paramount Bicycle Repair Open Bicycle Park Sales Bike Shop ACE Wheelworks Knucklebones

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Nominate Best Somerville Sporting Goods Stores

Do you have a favorite sporting goods store in Somerville? Send us your nominations for a poll we're running next week.

It's officially spring, and summer's around the corner. Little League and softball leagues are about to start and people are beginning to plan outdoor vacations and activities. So, Somerville, when you need a new bike, a can of tennis balls or even a wetsuit, where do you go? On Monday we're running a poll asking readers, Where's the best place to buy sporting goods in Somerville? If you've got a favorite store you want on the list, send your nominations to chris.orchard@patch.com.

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