The Somerville Public Library offers fun activities, games, workshops, and programs for all ages. Check out what's happening in January! Infants, toddlers, and pre-school Time to Play Organized play stations and toys will be available for caregivers and children (birth to 5 years). Time: 10:30 am Dates: January 3, 31 Baby/Toddler Storytime This interactive program is filled...
Please note the revised schedule for municipal services during the holiday season. Tuesday, December 24 Borough Hall offices will be closed in observance of Christmas Eve Garbage collection will operate as usual Wednesday, December 25 Borough Hall offices will be closed in observance of Christmas Day Garbage collection is suspended and will resume with extra...
The annual reorganization meeting will be held at 12 pm on January 1, 2025. Please note the new location at the Somerville Middle School, located at 51 W. Cliff Street. The entrance is in the back parking lot on West High Street). Councilmember RanD Pitts and Andrew Conte will take the oath of office and...
As a reminder, free parking is available during the holiday season on Saturday, Sunday, December 25 and January 1. Saturday Lots 1, 2, 4 and 6: Free parking every Saturday between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day Lot 7: Parking is always free on Saturdays Paid parking will still be enforced on Main Street and the...
The Department of Public Works (DPW) is currently working on the last round of curbside leaf pickup with the vacuum trucks. The last day is Friday, December 6. You may continue to collect leaves in paper bags. Drop leaves off in the DPW dumpster located at 32 5th Street The dumpster is open from 7:30...
Expect temporary, rolling road closures for the 13th annual Holiday Lights Parade, on Saturday, December 7. The parade, hosted by the Somerville Fire Department, will start at approximately 6 pm. Hundreds of volunteer first responders from throughout New Jersey will decorate 70+ emergency vehicles and make their way around Somerville, led by Santa Claus. We...
PSE&G and contractor crews will continue working on the gas pipe replacement project. Monday, December 2 to Friday, December 6 Connecting service lines on North Cadillac Dr and Schoolhouse Ln Restoring sidewalks and driveway aprons (in scattered locations) View the interactive map to see current work locations. Questions Contact the PSE&G Gas Construction customer hotline...
The Somerville Public Library offers fun activities, games, workshops, and programs for all ages. Check out what's happening in December! Infants, toddlers, and pre-school Preschool Storytime An interactive program that fosters early literacy skills through books, songs, and activities. This program is for ages 3 to 5 years, with a caregiver. Time: 10:30 am Dates: December...
Somerset County is updating the 2019 Hazard Mitigation Plan and is seeking input from the public. About the plan The plan identifies local strengths and weaknesses by focusing on existing and future buildings, infrastructure, and critical facilities that might be impacted by natural disasters. The final 2025 Hazard Mitigation Plan update will include a risk...
We're looking forward to the 9th Annual Somerville 5K Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day! All proceeds from the race will benefit programs, events and facilities offered by Somerville Recreation. This event will be held rain or shine. Registration Online registration closed on November 21, but you may still register in person on November 28, from...
Please note the Thanksgiving schedule for municipal services. Borough Hall Borough Hall offices will be closed on Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Garbage collection Garbage pickup is suspended on Thanksgiving and will resume on Friday. Parking Parking is free in Lots 1, 2, 4 and 6, every...
The Somerville Environmental Commission proudly received the prestigious Environmental Achievement Award at the Association of New Jersey Environmental Commissions (ANJEC) 51st Annual Environmental Congress on September 27. This recognition highlights the commission's commitment to environmental stewardship and its impactful reforestation efforts along Peters Brook Greenway. Earlier this year, the Environmental Commission secured a grant from...
PSE&G and contractor crews will continue working on the gas pipe replacement project. Monday, November 25 to Wednesday, November 27 Crews will finish connecting service lines on North Cadillac Dr and Catalina Dr. Crews will not work on Thursday, November 28 or Friday, November 29 (Thanksgiving holiday). View the interactive map to see current work...
Mayor Brian Gallagher and the Borough Council invite you to tour the joint Police/Fire/Rescue Squad Emergency Services Facility. This is an ideal time to see the size and complexity of this facility, without the restrictions of a highly-secured building. What you should know Address: 85 North Gaston Ave Parking: Available in the parking lot behind...
We're looking forward to bringing the community together for the Somerville 5K Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning! Please plan for rolling (temporary) road closures on Thursday, November 28, from 8:45 to 10 am, along the race course, on: Veterans Memorial Drive E S. Bridge Street (between Veterans Memorial Drive E and 5th Street) 5th Street...
PSE&G and contractor crews will continue working on the gas pipe replacement project. Monday, November 18 to Friday, November 22 Paving and striping is scheduled on Main Street (from N. Gaston Ave to Haynes Street) on Monday, November 18. Working hours will be from 9 am to 5 pm. Detours will be set up on...
Registration is open for the 9th annual Somerville 5K Turkey Trot! This community event is family friendly and all are welcome to walk, run or race on Thanksgiving morning, in downtown Somerville. Race proceeds will benefit Somerville Recreation programs, events, and facilities Race fees $35 (until August 31) $40 (from September 1 to 30) $45...
PSE&G crews will start milling and paving Main Street (from N Gaston Ave to Haynes St), in the westbound lanes. This restoration work is part of the gas pipe replacement project. Dates Friday, November 15 (milling) Monday, November 18 (paving and striping) Hours Working hours are from 9 am to 5 pm. Traffic detours Police...
UPDATE: Milling is scheduled on Main Street (from N. Gaston Ave to Haynes Street) on Friday, November 15. Paving and striping is planned on Monday, November 18. Working hours will be from 9 am to 5 pm. Detours will be set up on both days. PSE&G and contractor crews will continue working on the gas...
Join RideWise, the Downtown Somerville Alliance, and the Borough of Somerville for this special event! Downtown Walkability Workshop Thursday, November 14 9:15 am Division St (in front of Ambee Coffee) We’ll be walking along Main Street in Somerville, evaluating ways to make the downtown safer and more walkable for pedestrians. Everyone of all ages and...
