Entertainment

Watertown Resident Performing in Gilbert & Sullivan Play in Sudbury

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The cast of the Sudbury Savoyards The Gondoliers includes Watertown’s Karen Powers, who is in the chorus of the Gilbert and Sullivan play. See more details in the announcement from the Sudbury Savoyards, below. This February, The Sudbury Savoyards present Gilbert and Sullivan’s The Gondoliers in their 65th year of bringing high-quality, grand-scale productions to the Boston area. The Sudbury Savoyards are “one of Sudbury’s most valuable cultural assets” with community theatrical portrayals lauded for their “top-notch vocal performances, fine music” and “great stage magic.” The Gondoliers boasts a principal cast of some of Boston’s top operatic talents working in tandem with a considerable community chorus, all accompanied by a full orchestra led by award-winning musical director Aldo Fabrizi. 

The Gondoliers is a boisterous, musical comedy that combines the spectacle of Broadway with the grandeur of opera. Take a trip to 1750s Venice, brought to life with striking custom-built sets, historical costumes, and lively choreography.

Around Town

Webinar on the Nuclear Disarmament Resolution: Why Now & Why It’s a Local Issue

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The following announcement was provided by Watertown Citizens for Peace, Justice & the Environment:

The Watertown  Citizens for Peace and Common Security Committee is holding a webinar on the Nuclear Disarmament Resolution in order to better inform the public about this issue which is on the City Council calendar for February 10, 2026. Join us for an informative discussion about the Nuclear Armament Resolution on Sunday, January 25, 2026 from 4-6 p.m. The Watertown Citizens for Peace, Justice & the Environment’s, Peace & Common Security Working Group along with co-sponsors, Boston Physicians for Social Responsibility & Disarmament Working Group, & Massachusetts Peace Action will all have speakers representing their respective groups, as well as, Students for Nuclear Disarmament. The Zoom link for the webinar is: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89831190874?pwd=iYFPOM63RBTp4FfajbGazNOKNlF3EM.1#success

Letters

LETTER: Wayside Multi-Service Center Gives Thanks for Support During Difficult Times

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As we reflect on the holiday season, we are reminded that while this time of year is often filled with joy and celebration, many families in our community continue to face growing financial pressures that make the holidays especially difficult.

Rising costs for essentials such as food, utilities, and household supplies have placed additional strain on already tight budgets. In response, Wayside Youth & Family Support Network’s Multi-Service Center once again collaborated with local churches and businesses to offer extra support to Watertown families. Thanks to these efforts, families receiving services through Watertown’s Social Services Resource Program were provided with meaningful assistance thanks to the generosity of community donors. We would like to express our gratitude to Sacred Heart Parish, who generously provided gift cards for Watertown families in need. These gift cards offer not only holiday gift support, but also the flexibility for families to purchase exactly what they need during a time where many are facing increased financial challenges.

Schools

Registration Open for Perkins School for the Blind’s 2026 Early Connections Conference

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Perkins School for the Blind will host the 43rd annual Early Connection Conference. Registration is now open. See details provided by Perkins, below. Join us on May 1 and 2 for the 43rd annual Early Connections Conference at Perkins School for the Blind! The Early Connections Conference brings together families, educators and medical professionals to share resources and make important community connections to support young children who are blind, deafblind, or low-vision, including those who have multiple complex disabilities.

Around Town

Watertown Human Rights Commission Hosting Workshop on Building Effective Community Conversations

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The Watertown Human Rights Commission will team with Human Rights Commissions in the area to host an online workshop on Building Connections: Effective Tools for Community Conversations in March. See details about the workshop and how to register in the announcement from the HRC below. We are excited to help further productive dialogue in our community, and invite you to a free, virtual workshop, Building Connections: Effective Tools for Community Conversations. 

The workshop will be held over two Sundays: March 1st and March 8th, from 3-4:30 p.m. Attendance at both sessions is strongly encouraged. More details about the workshop are included below. To register, please complete this form by January 31. /Building Connections: Effective Tools for Community Conversations

Flyers – Building Connections Effective Tools for Community Conversations.pdf – Google Drive

Please select the “Watertown” self identification option on the registration form. 

Background

This workshop is the product of conversations between eight Human Rights Commissions (or equivalents) in Arlington, Brookline, Cambridge, Lexington, Needham, Newton, Sudbury, and Watertown.

Around Town

Artemis Yoga Welcomes Community with Free Classes at January Open House

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The following announcement was provided by Artemis Yoga:

Artemis Yoga is inviting the local community to an Open House on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, from 1 to 3 p.m. at its Watertown studio. The afternoon will feature a series of free in-studio yoga classes, along with raffles, giveaways, local treats, and special in-studio offers. Located at 639 Mt. Auburn St., Artemis Yoga is a locally owned, independent yoga studio that recently marked its 10th year in Watertown, having opened its doors in 2015.

Government

Residents Wanted to Serve on a City Board or Advisory Committee

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The following announcement was provided by the City of Watertown:

Make a Difference, Join a Board or Committee

City Manager George J. Proakis is seeking Watertown residents interested in serving on the Historical Commission, Council on Aging, Human Rights Commission, Memorialization Committee, Public Arts and Culture, Stormwater Advisory Committee, and Traffic Commission. Please visit the Boards and Commissions page to learn more. Access the Universal Application

Join the Residents’ Advisory Committee! The Residents’ Advisory Committee assists with recruitment, evaluation, and selection of candidates for appointments to the City’s volunteer Boards, Commissions, and Committees. The Resident Advisory Board works with the City Manager to establish policies and practices to actively encourage a diverse pool of applicants, recognizing the importance of diversity in appointments, including, but not limited to, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, and ethnicity. Applicants should submit a letter of interest accompanied by a resume or other information concerning background or experience to JoAnna Hand by email to jhand@watertown-ma.gov or City Manager’s Office, 149 Main Street, Watertown, Massachusetts 02472.

Weather

No Snow Emergency, But Watertown’s Winter Parking Ban Still in Effect

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The City of Watertown will not declare a snow emergency for the storm that began Sunday, Jan. 18, but on-street parking is prohibited overnight. See details in the announcement from the City, below. In preparation of the incoming winter storm, the City of Watertown would like to share a few key updates to the community. The City of Watertown will not be declaring a snow emergency due the incoming snow fall happening on January 18, 2026.