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Council on Aging

Senior Summer Concerts

Mayor Carlo DeMaria and the City of Everett’s Council on Aging invite you to the 2025 Senior Summer Concerts! Enjoy live music and warm evenings in good company. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

For more information, please call 617-394-2270 to be connected to the Connolly Center.

Weekly Activities

Looking to learn something new or begin a new activity? The Council on Aging offers a variety of programming for older adults every week!

Golden Times

Check out the latest edition of the Golden Times to view all of the exciting programming the Council on Aging has in store for Everett's older adults!

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Lunch and Learn

The City of Everett held its Lunch and Learn for the month of May at Everett City Hall. This month’s program, titled “Being Mindful of Mental Health Diversity in the Workplace,” focused on ways to build and maintain a positive workplace culture that considers the needs and concerns related to mental health.

City staff were pleased to be joined by Natalie Petit, who is the executive leadership coach for the Refined to Thrive Consulting agency. During the program, she engaged with City staff by discussing some of the primary workplace mental health concerns, such as anxiety, burnout, depression, loneliness and disengagement, and stress. Petit also shared national data about mental health and wellness in the workplace.

Following sharing this information, Petit discussed some strategies on how to deal with balancing the pressures and responsibilities of a workplace, while setting personal time aside for activities that can improve mental health. The discussion also included creating opportunities in the workplace for staff to feel heard and demonstrate that they are making an impact within the organization. Another strategy included practicing emotional intelligence and finding out how employees prefer interacting with managers to ensure employees are performing at their full potential.

At the conclusion of the Lunch and Learn, Petit shared some books and resources that would be helpful for staff to learn more about how to improve and maintain mental health in the workplace and in their personal lives.

Lunch and Learn is a monthly program created and moderated by the City of Everett’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Department. The program is an opportunity for City staff to come together, share ideas and experiences, and discuss new topics while enjoying lunch. The series is a part of the City’s commitment to engage, educate, and elevate.

Everett Fire Department

Everett Fire Department Honors Departed Firefighters at Memorial Ceremony

The City of Everett joined with the Everett Fire Department (EFD) and Everett Fireman’s Relief Association for the annual Everett Firefighters Memorial Sunday on Sunday, June 8 at the Ferry Street fire station to honor all the departed members.

Led by Everett Fire Captain Derek Perretti, the service included an opening and closing prayer from Bishop Robert Brown and remarks from Fire Chief Joseph Hickey, Mayor Carlo DeMaria, and State Senator Sal DiDomenico. In addition to their remarks, the ceremony included performances by the Everett High School (EHS) Choir.

The ceremony also included the roll call of the names of the firefighters who have since passed during the past year, which were Private Robert C. Benoit, Private Alfred A. Bova, Lieutenant John J. McCarthy, Captain Joseph H. Joyce Jr., and Deputy Chief Robert Rideout. Additionally, the ceremony also recognized the recent passing of retired firefighter Joseph A. Andreotti, as well as active-duty firefighter Paul Messana who last his battle to cancer. Immediately following the roll call, the memorial wreaths were placed by members of the IAFF Local 143 Firefighters Union and TAPS was played. At the conclusion of the ceremony, organizers thanked those in attendance and all were invited to partake in refreshments inside the Ferry Street Fire Station.

Firefighter Memorial Sunday is recognized throughout the Commonwealth on the second Sunday in June each year to honor all departed firefighters. The Everett Fire Department joins in this tradition every year to honor and remember the service of those who have since passed.

Everett Fire Department Pays Tribute to Firefighter Paul Messana at Funeral Service

The Everett Fire Department said a solemn goodbye to their colleague, Firefighter Paul Messana, at his funeral service on Monday, June 16 at Rocco & Sons Funeral Homes in Everett. Messana died from cancer while serving as an active member of the department.

Everett firefighters joined alongside police officers from the Everett Police Department to line up for a procession led by Fire Chief Joseph Hickey to walk through and pay their respects. The Everett Fire department also draped a large American flag over Main Street in honor of their departed colleague.

“I’d like to thank the Everett Fire and Police Departments for standing united in paying their respects at Firefighter Messana’s funeral service,” said Mayor Carlo DeMaria. “It was a powerful tribute to a life of service and sacrifice and we are forever grateful.”



Firefighter Messana’s courage and dedication to the City of Everett will never be forgotten.

Everett Police Department

Everett Police Honor All Who Served the Department at Memorial Ceremony

As part of National Police Week, the Everett Police Department (EPD) hosted a memorial service in front of Everett Police station to honor all those who have served the City of Everett as members of the EPD.

Chief Paul Strong was pleased to be joined by Bishop Robert Brown, Mayor Carlo DeMaria, Senator Sal DiDomenico, and State Rep. Joe McGonagle, alongside the Everett High School (EHS) Choir, other elected officials, members of the EPD, and residents to pay tribute to Everett police officers who are no longer with us. Following their remarks, wreaths were placed at the memorial located outside of the Everett police station and the names of the officers who were killed in the line of duty and the officers who served and passed away in the past year were read in recognition of their service.

“Police officers put their lives on the line every day they come to work to protect and serve everyone in our community,” said Mayor DeMaria. “Unfortunately, some are not able to make it back home to their loved ones at the end of the day. Currently, only three Everett officers have ever been killed in the line of duty, and I pray that never changes. Their service and sacrifice will always be remembered.”



National Police Week is nationally recognized to honor and remember those who gave their lives in the line of duty. Each year, the Department hosts this memorial ceremony to recognize and reflect upon all the officers who have served the City of Everett and are no longer with us.

Everett Public Libraries

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Human Resources

The City of Everett is hiring for a variety of positions in different departments! Apply now by clicking the button below. For more information, please email Hiring@ci.everett.ma.us.

Inspectional Services Department (ISD)

The Inspectional Services Department (ISD) seeks to protect the health, welfare, and safety of the residents and visitors of Everett. This includes ensuring buildings are safe and habitable, in addition to being constructed safely. Check out the above before and after photos of a project the team helped oversee.

Mayor's Office

Mayor Carlo DeMaria recently joined students, educators, and staff, along with members of the Everett School Committee and City Council, at Everett High School to raise the Pride flag in celebration of Pride Month.

"Everett is a community for everyone, and we are glad to celebrate inclusion and acceptance by raising the Pride flag," said Mayor DeMaria. "By raising it together, we reaffirm our commitment to making Everett and our schools a place where everyone is seen, heard, and celebrated."

Thank you to the Everett Public Schools for hosting this event and everyone who participated to celebrate love, inclusion, and equality for all!

Mayor Carlo DeMaria, along with the Youth Development and Enrichment Department, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Department, and volunteers from the Key Club, had a fantastic time at the Everett High School graduation rehearsal serving food to graduating students. Students had the opportunity to enjoy hamburgers, hot dogs, pizza, and slush after the rehearsal was finished.

"I was honored to speak at the Everett High School Class of 2025 Graduation Ceremony. It was a beautiful day and Everett Stadium was packed with families and friends robustly cheering on all of the graduates. I was amazed to hear of so many of your wonderful achievements and your plans for after high school.

As you continue your celebration of this milestone accomplishment, I want you to remember that graduation is not the end, but the beginning of the life you will build as an adult.

From here on out, your world will expand and evolve in ways you can only begin to imagine. Whether you are pursuing higher education, a skilled trade, joining the military or business world, or maybe pursuing the arts, just be sure to give it everything you have and you will succeed. It doesn't matter if other people think you're a success or not, that is for you to decide.

I'd like to thank the Everett School Department for doing a wonderful job organizing the night, everything went perfectly. The EHS Band and Choir were fantastic as usual and the graduating students were very engaging, warm, and most of all, very happy! It was a great night.

Please join me as a community in congratulating the EHS Class of 2025! Go Tide!"

Mayor Carlo DeMaria

Mayor Carlo DeMaria recently joined alongside students in grade 5, teachers, faculty, and elected officials, as well as the family of Stephen Patenaude, at the Lafayette School to dedicate a newly planted tree in honor of Mr. Patenaude.



Lafayette School Principal Janet Taylor led the dedication ceremony that included students and faculty who knew Patenaude. The speakers mentioned how kind, caring, and compassionate he was to those who knew him. They also mentioned how dedicated he was to always being there for his students when they needed help or were facing difficult challenges.

In honor of his memory, the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) donated and planted the new paperbark maple tree. Not only will the tree provide shade during the summer heat, it will also serve as a reminder of what a wonderful teacher, colleague, and friend Mr. Patenaude was to so many in the Lafayette School. Additionally, all grade 5 students painted memory rocks and placed them around the new tree to individually pay tribute to him.

Mayor DeMaria would like to thank Principal Taylor for inviting him to be a part of this important day for the Lafayette School community.

Mayor Carlo DeMaria congratulated the Recreation Center’s fifth, sixth, and eighth grade youth travel basketball teams on winning State championships at City Hall.

All three teams won the State Championship in their brackets. Players and coaches from the championship teams joined Mayor DeMaria in the Council Chamber at City Hall for receive citations in recognition of their achievement. Following the presentations, the players and coaches were invited to enjoy pizza and refreshments.



“It’s always a pleasure to talk to and get to know the youth of our city and hear their ideas and opinions on many different subjects,” said Mayor DeMaria. “They were a very impressive group, and I’d like to thank all of the coaches and parents that attended and for their time and effort in guiding these young athletes on their journey to the championship.”

Mayor Carlo DeMaria recently had the pleasure of joining the Everett Community Growers (ECG) for their celebration event to kick off the growing season at the Northern Strand Community Farm.

The event provided the opportunity for attendees to tour the farm, which is located at the intersection of West Street and Wellington Avenue, while also enjoying food and plenty of other fun activities. In time, the farm will grow a variety of produce like kale, radishes, carrots, tomatoes, and more.



Mayor DeMaria would like to thank the ECG for inviting him to kick off the season and wishes them all the best.

Mayor Carlo DeMaria recently congratulated the Everett High School Crimson Tide Percussion Ensemble (CTPE) for finishing first place in the Concert A division at the 2025 WGI World Championships in Dayton, Ohio.

Members of the CTPE, including the students and instructors, along with Superintendent William Hart and members of the City Council, joined Mayor DeMaria in the City Council chamber to congratulate the ensemble on this milestone. Following speaking with the Mayor about their achievement, everyone was invited to the Keverian Room for pizza and refreshments to celebrate.



“From the students and instructors who work so hard to the dedicated and supportive parents of the students, it takes a tremendous effort from everyone involved to achieve this milestone,” said Mayor DeMaria. “We are so proud of the continued success of our percussion ensemble, and I’d like to thank them for joining me at City Hall to recognize their accomplishment.”

Youth Development and Enrichment

Thanks to the New England Revolution and President Brian Bilello for hosting our Youth Development and Enrichment workforce team at the Revolution's practice facilities.

These young adults toured Gillette Stadium and the practice facilities, as well as built connections with the organization's leadership in departments from finance and marketing to coaches and operations staff. They were also given advice on important characteristics and traits to focus on that will help them compete for a potential future job. Before they left, each participant was given a business card and contact information of department leaders for the purpose of reaching out in the future when they are looking to begin their careers.

"I'd like to thank the New England Revolution and President Bilello for taking the time to meet with our youth in this program," said Mayor Carlo DeMaria. "Connections like this can be the key to opening up so many opportunities in the future."

On Saturday, June 14, The City of Everett recently hosted the First Annual Recovery Dodgeball Tournament at the Everett Recreation Center.



This event was made possible through a partnership between the City of Everett’s Youth Development and Enrichment Department (YDE) and The Gavin Foundation – Devine Recovery Center. Local recovery organizations joined together to share valuable resources and offer support to those who need it, all while enjoying a day of friendly competition, great food, and meaningful connections.

“Events like this are so important. They help raise awareness of the recovery resources available right here in our community and show that no one is alone,” said Mayor Carlo DeMaria. “Thank you to everyone who helped organize this incredible day. I'm looking forward to seeing this tradition grow.”

If you or someone you know is struggling with substance misuse, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Assistant Director of Youth Substance Use Prevention Eric Mazzeo at Eric.Mazzeo@ci.everett.ma.us.

Veterans' Affairs

The City of Everett recently hosted the monthly luncheon for veterans at the Edward G. Connolly Center.

The City’s Department of Veterans’ Affairs was pleased to be joined by Everett High School (EHS) graduates Albert Ferreras and Cayden Bairos. Ferreras will be joining the United States Army Reserve and Bairos will be joining the United States Marine Corps.

The two young men will be leaving to begin boot camp soon and had the opportunity to enjoy a meal and meet veterans, ask questions, and receive important advice from those who served across different branches of the military. Before their departure, the two gentlemen received parting gifts from the City’s Department of Veterans’ Affairs to keep as mementos.

“These luncheons provide an opportunity for our veterans to come together, learn about helpful services, and remain connected with each other and our Department of Veterans’ Affairs,” said Mayor Carlo DeMaria. “I’d like to thank Albert and Cayden for joining us for this event, as well as all of the veterans who attended. I’d also like to thank our Council on Aging team for their assistance with preparing and serving this month’s meal.”



The monthly Veterans Luncheon events provide an opportunity for veterans to join together, learn about services and programs that are available, and connect with Department of Veterans’ Affairs staff, while enjoying a free lunch. All veterans are welcome to participate.

Mayor Carlo DeMaria and the City of Everett’s Department of Veterans’ Affairs invite all veterans to a series of luncheons at the Edward G. Connolly Center.

All military veterans are invited to join together at these events that will be an opportunity to learn about services and programs that are available while enjoying a free lunch. Additionally, attendees will have the chance to connect with the Department of Veterans’ Affairs staff.

Those who would like to attend are required to reserve a spot in advance. To make a reservation, please email Director of Veterans’ Affairs Antoine Coleman at Antoine.Coleman@ci.everett.ma.us or Veterans Agent Gerri Miranda at Gerri.Miranda@ci.everett.ma.us. Alternatively, those who would like to attend can reserve a spot by calling the City of Everett Department of Veterans’ Affairs by dialing 617-394-2321 or 617-394-2320.

All are welcome to join us for these upcoming events:

Mayor Carlo DeMaria is pleased to announce that the City of Everett’s annual Independence Day Celebration will be held on Sunday, June 29, beginning at 6 p.m. at Glendale Park (50 Elm Street).

There will be many activities for everyone to partake in throughout the evening with a barbecue from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., live entertainment, face painting, balloon creations, inflatable attractions, and prizes for all. To end the evening, the grand finale will be the spectacular fireworks show to light up the night sky with so many bright colors.

To kick off our Independence Day event, the Everett City Council will once again be hosting this great Everett tradition. This age-old contest will allow participants to use their imagination and decorate their choice of carriage, bicycle, stroller or wagon in whichever manner you choose and have their entry paraded in front of our stage at the event. It is recommended that participants arrive with their entry between 5:30 p.m. and 5:55 p.m. to ensure they’re included. Please note: Contestants must be age 13 or younger to participate.

Families, friends and neighbors are encouraged to come together to enjoy a fun-filled evening. While attendees are encouraged to participate in all this event has to offer, the fireworks show will begin at 9:30 p.m. for those who are just interested in the show.



Independence Day is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the Declaration of Independence, which was ratified by the Second Continental Congress on July 4, 1776. America declared its independence from Great Britain to officially become an independent nation. The City will be joining in celebrations across the nation to commemorate America’s 249^th anniversary.

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Independence Day Trash Delay

Due to the Independence Day holiday falling on Friday, July 4, trash and recycling will not be picked up on Friday, July 4 and will be delayed for the rest of the week. If your regularly scheduled collection day is Friday, please neatly place your trash and recycling bins curbside on Saturday for this week only. Please note that trash and recycling pickup prior to Friday will not be affected.

City offices will be open to the public on Thursday, July 3 with regular hours for residents (8:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.).

If you have any questions, please call the Constituent Services Department by dialing 3-1-1 or 617-394-2270.