Summer's almost here

Summer's almost here, originally uploaded by john m flores.

Summer's almost here, and in Somerville that means Friday evening with classic cars and bikes crusing down Main Street. It's been that way for years, one of the traditions that makes this town unique.

Summer's not quite here yet, but on the odd mild Friday in May you'll see people already showing up with their classic rides. And just as the sun sets over the west end of town, Main Street is bathed in a golden light, wonderfully evocative of the days and steamy nights to come...