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NJ Property Tax Relief filing assistance

Posted on July 4, 2025

Save the date! We are hosting a New Jersey Property Tax Relief Filing Event on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, from 10 am to 2 pm, at the Somerville Civic Center (24 Robeson Street). This event is for residents aged 65 and over or those receiving Social Security Disability benefits. State representatives will assist residents with...

Register now for fall soccer, grades 1 to 8

Register for fall soccer

Posted on July 4, 2025

Registration is open through Sunday, August 3 for our entry-level soccer program for students in grades 1 to 8. This is the perfect way for kids to learn new skills, make friends, and enjoy the thrill of team sports! From September 20 to November 1, players will participate in weekly practices and Saturday games, competing...

2025 National Night Out

Posted on July 4, 2025

You're invited to National Night Out, the Police Department's largest community event of the year! This annual event aims to bring the community together to take a stand against crime in local neighborhoods. Date: Tuesday, August 5 Time: 6 to 8 pm Location: Carol Pager Park (Green Street) What to expect Bring your families to...

Road construction: July 7 to July 11

Posted on July 3, 2025

NJ American Water will continue working overnight on Mountain Avenue installing a water main, from West End Avenue to West High Street. Please expect minor traffic delays during working hours, from 8 pm to 5 am. They will also start installing an underground pipe (jack and bore operations) across the NJ Transit Raritan Valley line...

Somerville Library: July 2025

Posted on June 30, 2025

The Somerville Public Library offers fun activities, games, workshops, and programs for all ages. Check out what's happening in July! Infants, toddlers, and pre-school Blocks and Bricks Children aged 18 months and older, along with their caregivers, can explore creativity through free play with a variety of blocks and LEGO bricks. Time: 10 am Dates: July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30...

Road construction: June 30 to July 3

Posted on June 30, 2025

NJ American Water will continue working overnight on Mountain Avenue installing a water main, from West End Avenue to West High Street. Please expect minor traffic delays during working hours, from 8 pm to 5 am. Note: crews will not be working overnight from July 3 into July 4. They also will not work on...

June 26 water main break

Posted on June 26, 2025

June 27, 6 am: The repair is complete and the road is now open. June 26, 8:20 pm update: New Jersey American Water crews are onsite. We do not have a timeline for final repairs, but we will update this post when we receive more information. June 26, 6:25 pm: There is a water main break...

register now for the Somerville 5K Turkey Trot

Register early for the 2025 Turkey Trot

Posted on June 20, 2025

Register now for the 10th annual Somerville 5K Turkey Trot! Your participation supports Somerville Recreation programs and facilities, like the brand-new inclusive playgrounds at Walck Park and Carol Pager Park. Join the fun Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, this Thanksgiving tradition is the perfect way to kick off your holiday. Date:...

Road construction: June 23 to June 27

Posted on June 19, 2025

NJ American Water will continue working overnight on Mountain Avenue: installing a water main, from West End Avenue to West High Street doing water utility work from West End Avenue to Somerset Street Please expect minor traffic delays during working hours, from 8 pm to 5 am. This work is part of the water main...

Road construction: June 16 to June 20

Posted on June 13, 2025

NJ American Water will continue installing a water main this week on Mountain Avenue, from West End Avenue to West High Street. Please expect minor traffic delays during working hours, overnight, from 8 pm to 5 am. This work is part of the water main construction project.

Somerville awarded $20,000 grant to help restore Peters Brook

Posted on June 11, 2025

The Borough of Somerville was selected to receive a $20,000 grant, funded by the PSEG Foundation, to plant trees and restore vital riparian habitat along Peters Brook! Sustainable Jersey presented the grant check to Helene Venizelos and Timarie Diehl, of the Environmental Commission, at a June 6 announcement event held at the College of New...

Coming Soon! Carol Pager Park inclusive playground

Inclusive playground at Carol Pager Park

Posted on June 6, 2025

Exciting news for local families! Construction is officially underway on a brand-new inclusive playground at Carol Pager Park, located on 100 Green Street. Work began on Monday, June 2 and the playground is set to open this July. The playground features a poured in rubber surface and calm colored components that are designed to create...

Road construction: June 9 to June 13

Posted on June 6, 2025

NJ American Water will continue installing a water main this week on Mountain Avenue, from Somerset Street to West End Avenue. Please expect minor traffic delays during working hours, overnight, from 8 pm to 5 am. This work is part of the water main construction project.

Somerville Library June 2025 calendar

Posted on June 1, 2025

The Somerville Public Library offers fun activities, games, workshops, and programs for all ages. Check out what's happening in June! Infants, toddlers, and pre-school Coloring Contest Join our month-long coloring contest in celebration of the summer reading theme "Color Our World." Get creative and see your artwork displayed in the library's Youth Services area! Time:...

Road construction updates: June 2 to June 6

Posted on May 30, 2025

UPDATE: Work hours on Mountain Avenue are overnight, from 8 pm to 5 am. NJ American Water will be installing a water main this week on Mountain Avenue, from Somerset Street to West End Avenue. Please expect minor traffic delays during working hours, from 8 pm to 5 am. This work is part of the...

Planning Board public hearing for affordable housing plan

Posted on May 27, 2025

The Somerville Planning Board will hold a public hearing on the draft 4th Round Housing Element and Fair Share Housing Plan at 6 pm, on May 28, 2025, at the Somerville Civic Center (24 Robeson Street, Somerville). Street parking is available on Robeson Street and Veterans Memorial Drive East. Livestream You may watch a livestream...

Road construction updates: May 27 to May 30

Posted on May 23, 2025

NJ American Water is installing a water main on Veterans Memorial Drive, between Somerset Street and South Street. Expect minor traffic delays during working hours from 8 am to 4 pm. There won't be any construction activities on Monday, May 26 (Memorial Day). This work is part of the water main construction project.

2025 Memorial Day weekend

Posted on May 20, 2025

Celebrate Memorial Day weekend in downtown Somerville! Here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming events, parking restrictions and road closures. Friday, May 23 6 to 9 pm Bring your own blankets and chairs and enjoy live music on Division Street! Saturday, May 24 5 to 9 pm The largest Cruise Night in the...

This image shows the 2025 Somerville Memorial Day Parade route.

2025 Memorial Day parade and ceremony

Posted on May 20, 2025

The Memorial Day Parade will start at 8:15 am at the corner of Culver Street and East High Street, make its way to the Fire Museum on N. Doughty Avenue, and down West Main Street to S. Bridge Street. Families participating in the Family Fun Ride may join the parade as it continues down S....

2025 Family Fun Ride

Posted on May 20, 2025

The 34th Annual Family Run Ride is your chance to ride on the famous Tour of Somerville bicycle race course! Date: Monday, May 26 (Memorial Day) Check-in time: 7:30 am Ride time: 8 to 8:30 am (before the Memorial Day parade and Tour of Somerville) Location: Starbucks (Davenport Street and Main Street) Please note, all participants must wear helmets...