This Weekend in Somerville: Union Square Farmers Market, Carnaval, Davis Flea

It's summer! Lots of open-air markets begin the season this weekend. A look at things to do in Somerville this weekend.

Union Square Farmers Market Yes, it's finally here. The Union Square Farmers Market—everyone's favorite reason to wait in line at the Bank of America ATM for 15 minutes—opens for the season this Saturday. It runs through Nov. 23. The market features fresh produce, meats, fish, local wines and other tasty stuff. Often there's live music. It's from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and it accepts SNAP EBT cards, credit and debit cards, and senior farmers market coupons, so, actually, there's really no reason to wait in line at the ATM. Relish: Center for Urban Agriculture Speaking of the farmers market, which features locally grown food, urban agriculture is taking off in Somerville. Relish is a new program that teaches people about things like beekeeping, …

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This Weekend in Somerville: Memorial Day Parade, Chainsaw Maidens from Hell, and Boston's Calling

Events in and around Somerville this weekend.

Boston Calling Okay, it's not in Somerville, but it's cool. This two-day festival will feature 18 bands, including Fun, The National, Of Monsters of Men and The Shins. There will be two beer gardens and a number of food trucks and restaurants. It takes place Saturday and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Memorial Day Parade Somerville's Memorial Day Parade takes place Sunday. It will include 17 marching bands, Shriners, representatives from the New England Beauty Pageant and more. It starts at 1 p.m. at Somerville High School and proceeds down Highland Avenue into Davis Square, then up Holland Street, through Teele Square, and down Broadway to the Veterans Memorial Cemetery. Chainsaw Maidens From Hell Kickoff Party From the listing: "SVG …

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This Weekend in Somerville: Historical Bike Tour and a Silent Film

Also, M.O.M.'s Run, celebrating Mother's Day and learning how to repair old windows.

Silent Film Series: The Thief of Bagdad Somerville Theatre has a lineup of silent films that will screen throughout the summer. On Sunday, watch Douglass Fairbanks in 1924's "The Thief of Bagdad."  M.O.M.'s RUN The annual Mother's Day run benefits the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and this year the event is honoring Sean Collier, the MIT police officer and Somerville resident who was killed after the Boston Marathon bombings. It starts at 10 a.m. Sunday in Davis Square. An after-run party takes place at Redbones. Historic-Somerville Bike Tour The theme of this year's bike tour is "Industrial Somerville, Past and Present." As part of the guided tour, you'll ride your bikes and learn about Somerville's industrial growth and evolution. The …

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This Weekend in Somerville: Cask Ale and 'Late Nite' With Teen Empowerment

A look at events happening in Somerville this weekend.

Late Nite with Teen Empowerment Teen Empowerment kicks off "peace month" with this performance at Somerville Theatre. See a video preview of the show here. New England Real Ale eXhibition Cask Party Three casks of real ale from the United Kingdom will be featured at this party, held Saturday from 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Olde Magoun's Saloon. Rabies Clinic If your dog or cat needs a rabies shot, head to the Department of Public Works, 1 Franey Rd., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. According to an announcement from the city, "Rabies vaccinations and on-site licenses for dogs will be available at the clinic. The cost of the vaccine is $10, and dog licenses are offered at a cost of $20 for spayed and neutered pets, and $30 for all others. Prior…

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This Weekend in Somerville: Comedian Jim Norton, Easter Weekend Live Music

Also, an art exhibit at Washington Street Art Center, "Love in Bloom," and tango for all levels.

Comedian Jim Norton Jim Norton, a comedian who's performed on Leno, Letterman, Comedy Central and HBO, among other places, is at the Somerville Theatre Friday. He's doing two shows, one at 7 p.m., the other at 9:30 p.m. "Love Letters :: Messages Received" by Marissa Falco The artist uses "fabric and thread to craft three-dimensional, functional objects that are both highly relatable and intimately personal." This is the last weekend of the exhibit, so if you wanted to see it, now's the time. The gallery, at Washington Street Art Center, is open from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Energy Theater: Love in Bloom The performance shows the audience how to "holographically re-experience happy romantic memories" and has "the easy-going environment …

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This Weekend in Somerville: 'SomerVinyl Pallooza' and Story Slam

Also, hear more stories with Storied Nights, the 2013 Wrap Around Project kicks off, and art, jazz and Ancient Greek comedy.

Story Slam Massmouth's story slam semi-finals takes place Saturday at 2 p.m. at Rosebud Bar & Grill in Davis Square. Story topics include "Labels," "Whacked," "Homegrown," "Holiday Madness," "Aliens," "Fire," "Cherry-Poppin," "On the T," "Crush," and "Never Again." Check out video of some of the stories here. Storied Nights in Somerville More stories—in the form of fiction, memoirs, songs and more—from Somerville writers. It begins Saturday at 7 p.m. at Bloc 11 Cafe. Nursery Rhymes More than a dozen artists from around the country present "poster print illustrations inspired by their favorite nursery rhymes from childhood." It's at the Nave Gallery on Friday (7 p.m. to 9 p.m.) and Saturday (1 p.m. to 5 p.m.). The opening reception is …

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This Weekend in Somerville: Opera in Davis Square, Art and St. Patrick's Day

This weekend in Somerville you'll see political cartoons, Irish fiddling, a shoestring-budget horror film, an Ancient Greek comedy, a vocational fair for students and more.

Dead Man Walking The Boston Opera Collaborative puts on "Dead Man Walking" at Somerville Theatre. Here's a description from the opera company's website: "With a libretto by Terrence McNally, adapted from the first-hand account of Sister Helen Prejean, C.S.J., it speaks of faith, redemption, and the bonds of family as seen through the eyes of a nun who establishes a unique relationship with an inmate on Death Row at a Louisiana State Penitentiary." Performances are Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. Ward 6 Democratic Committee Caucus, Delegate Election Ward 6 Democrats will elect delegates to this summer's state convention. The caucus is Saturday at 10:15 a.m. at the Somerville Community Baptist Church. All registered …

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This Weekend in Somerville: Wrestler Tony Atlas, Irish Musician Sharon Shannon, Maple Boil Down Festival

Also happening in Somerville this weekend, a pancake brunch, an author reading and, in nearby Boston, some ways to celebrate Iceland.

Correction: This story originally said the Maple Boil Down Festival would take place on Sunday. In fact, it takes place Saturday. The correction has been made below. Sharon Shannon Band Sharon Shannon, from Ireland, performs the fiddle and accordian and has played with Bono, Sinead O’Connor, The Chieftains, Willie Nelson and other big names. She's at the Somerville Theatre Friday at 8 p.m. UFO Wrestling Happening at The Center for Arts at the Armory Friday, the listing says, "UFO Wrestling brings a card of local and regional wrestlers to the Armory! Featuring a guest appearance by WWE Hall of Famer Tony Atlas" There will be a meet-and-greet with Mr. Atlas from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wrestling begins at 7:30 p.m. Saturday Family and Children's …

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This Weekend Somerville: Klez Fest, 'High School Quiz Show,' Pets in Need,

A look at events taking place in Somerville this weekend. Click links below to learn more.

Somerville Songwriter Sessions Jan Luby, Kim Jennings and Oen Kennedy perform at The Center for Arts at the Armory Saturday at 8 .m. New World Klez Fest Bands from New York, Amsterdam, and Buenos Aires will play klezmer music as part of the Boston Jewish Music Festival. It's Saturday at Somerville Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Love Letters :: Messages Received An email about the exhibit says, "Marissa Falco ... uses fabric and thread to craft three-dimensional, functional objects that are both highly relatable and intimately personal." The opening reception is Saturday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Washington Street Art Center. The exhibit runs through March 30. Pets in Need Adoption Event If you're interested in adopting a cat, check out the Pets …

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This Weekend in Somerville: Live Music for Buster Keaton Shorts, 'Cages of Shame'

Also, historic footage of Maine lumbermen and river drivers, a design workshop for a large Union Square housing proposal, some musical performances and more.