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Save the date for National Night Out

Posted on July 8, 2024

National Night Out will be held on Tuesday, August 6, from 6 to 8 pm, at Carol Pager Park (across from the YMCA). This annual event aims to bring the community together to take a stand against crime in local neighborhoods. This is the Police Department's largest community event of the year! Bring your families...

Early bird registration open for Turkey Trot

Posted on July 8, 2024

Registration is now open for the 9th annual Somerville 5K Turkey Trot! This community event is family friendly. All are welcome to walk, run or race on Thanksgiving morning in downtown Somerville. Race fees Take advantage of early-bird pricing! $35 (now until Aug 31) $40 (from Sept 1 - 30) $45 (from Oct 1 -...

South Davenport Street closed for pedestrian bridge construction

Posted on July 6, 2024

Update: Road will reopen by July 22 The contractor is planning to complete this project by Wednesday, July 17. Pending inspections, we anticipate the road will reopen by Monday, July 22. We will update this page with any changes. Update: July 2 and July 3 road closure For safety reasons, we are closing the section...

Registration now open for fall soccer

Posted on July 6, 2024

Registration is open until Sunday, August 4 for this entry-level soccer program. All students in grades 1-8, who reside or attend school in Somerville, are welcome to participate. There will be weekly practices and games on Saturdays, from September 21 to November 2. Teams will play games with surrounding towns in an intertown league administered...

Fourth of July reminders

Posted on July 1, 2024

As we prepare to celebrate Independence Day, please remember: Holiday schedule Borough Hall is closed and garbage collection suspended on Thursday, July 4 Trash collection will resume, with extra pickup, on Friday, July 5 Fireworks safety Ground-based sparkling devices are legal in NJ Explosive and aerial fireworks are NOT legal in NJ Visit the state...

Get your tickets for Somerville Community Night

Posted on June 22, 2024

We invite all Somerville residents to enjoy a fun night out at the TD Bank Ballpark, home to the Somerset Patriots. Mayor Gallagher will throw out a ceremonial first pitch and we'll end the night with an amazing fireworks show! Game details Somerset Patriots (NYY) vs. Reading Fightin Phils (PHI) 7:05 pm, Tuesday, July 2...

Current volunteer opportunities

Posted on June 22, 2024

Please submit your resume if you're interested in serving as a volunteer. Current opportunities Library Board of Trustees We are looking for someone with finance or grant writing experience. Sewerage Authority We are looking for someone with a background in finance or engineering. Questions For more information, please contact Borough Administrator Kevin Sluka at KSluka@SomervilleNJ.org.

Main Street is open!

Posted on June 6, 2024

A message from Mayor Brian Gallagher Somerville is at her best when tragedy strikes and we have people in need. The Borough will continue working with all the displaced families, from the June 4 fire, to help them find permanent housing. How you can help The Somerville Civic League is coordinating donations. You may make...

Register now for adult pickleball lessons

Posted on May 26, 2024

Registration is currently open to Somerville residents for the next session of Adult Pickleball lessons, conducted by Mike Watson and his staff. Lessons for beginners and advanced beginners will be offered on Tuesday or Sunday, starting on June 2. The cost is $90 for a 5-week session. Learn more about this program or register online.

2024 Memorial Day weekend events

Posted on May 21, 2024

UPDATE: Download photos from the Family Fun Ride (Community Ride), Memorial Day Parade and Tour of Somerville. Email registration is required to see the gallery. Downloads are free. High-resolution images, without a watermark, are available for purchase. We're looking forward to a busy holiday weekend in Downtown Somerville! Here's everything you need to know about...

2024 Tour of Somerville traffic restrictions

Posted on May 20, 2024

We are excited to once again host the Tour of Somerville, a downtown Somerville tradition since 1940! This bicycle race will draw large crowds of spectators who will gather along the route to witness the excitement and cheer on the riders. Traffic restrictions Please refer to the map above or the resident notice to see...