Representing the oldest and most ethnically diverse neighborhood in Somerville, East Somerville Main Streets (ESMS) is a non-profit, public private partnership between East Somerville residents, business owners, community leaders, the City of Somerville, and the National Main Streets Center committed to the development of thriving commercial districts in East Somerville. Drawing upon the neighborhood's unique historical and cultural energies, ESMS is developing a series of volunteer-driven, community initiatives and events to reflect and promote the true character of East Somerville as a vibrant place to live, visit, and do business.