During the week of Aug. 17-21, detours will be in place at Mt. Auburn and Chauncey streets due to the reconstruction of Mt. Auburn Street. Sidewalk work will continue near School and Arlington streets, and between Upland and Hillside roads.
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New Registration Policy for Watertown Senior Center Programs
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The Watertown Senior Center is ready for St. Patrick’s Day. The Watertown Senior Center announced a change for all events, classes, programs, and trips. See more information provided by the Department of Senior Services, below. Policy Update Announcement
Important Update: Pre-Registration Now Required Effective immediately, pre-registration is required for all events, fitness classes, programs, and trips.
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Detours and Temporary Bus Stop Relocation This Week During Mt. Auburn Street Construction
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Traffic detours on Mt. Auburn Street, Boylston Street, and Stearns Road will take place during the week of Aug. 10-14. Also, bus stops near Boylston Street will be moved toward Watertown Square. See more details in the announcement from the City of Watertown, below.
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Registration Open for Watertown Faire on the Square
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Watertown’s annual celebration, the Faire on the Square, will take place on Sept. 19, 2026, and vendors can sign up for a space at the event in Saltonstall Park. Find out more information in the announcement from the City of Watertown, below. Don’t miss your chance to get your business, organization, or group in front of thousands of local community members from Watertown and beyond! Secure your vendor booth at Watertown’s Faire on the Square, happening Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Saltonstall Park.
Food
See Which Watertown Restaurant is Part of Dine Out Boston
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The interior at Bar ‘Cino features exposed brick and artwork. (Photo courtesy of Bar ‘Cino)
A restaurant in Watertown Square is offering a special-course three-course prix-fixe menu during Dine Out Boston, which runs from Aug. 1 to 15, 2026. The menu is only available for dining in. The following announcement was provided by the Newport Restaurant Group:
Newport Restaurant Group (NRG), is pleased to announce its participation in Dine Out Boston.
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Free Salsa Dance Lessons, August Watertown Walks
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This month, Live Well Watertown is hosting free dance lessons on four Tuesdays, and the Watertown Walks series continues. The following information was provided by Live Well Watertown, a program of the City of Watertown:
Thrive in Motion Class: Salsa in Saltonstall Park! Tuesdays, Aug. 4, 11, 18, 257 – 8:15 p.m. NO REGISTRATIONNO CLASS IF RAINING
Thrive in Motion: Dance & Wellness SeriesMove your body, lift your mood, and connect in community! This series blends energizing dance fitness with conversations about stress relief, wellness, and resilience in a welcoming environment. No dance experience needed — just come as you are.What to bring: A water bottle, a towel (for use during class and to sit on during outdoor sessions), and comfortable clothing and shoes that allow for ease of movement.
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Watertown Group Holding Ceremony for Victims of Hiroshima & Nagasaki Atomic Bombs
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Candleboats float on the Charles River in Watertown in memory of those who died in the nuclear bombings in Hiroshima and Nagasaki. The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Citizens for Peace, Justice, and the Environment:
Please join us on Sunday, Aug. 9 to commemorate the U.S. atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki on Aug. 6 and Aug. 9 in 1945.
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Watertown Rotary Club Hosting Annual Senior Citizen Cookout
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The 2026 Rotary Club Senior Citizens Cookout will take place on Sept. 13, 2026. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
The Watertown Rotary Club invites seniors to the annual Senior Citizen Cookout on Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026 at the Sons of Italy Hall. The following information was provided by the Watertown Rotary Club:
The event free of charge, and is sponsored by the Rotary Club, Watertown Savings Bank, and Rockland Trust.
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Road Replacement This Week on Mt. Auburn Street, Detours Planned
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The replacement of the roadway on Mt. Auburn Street will take place between Amherst and School streets from Aug. 5-7. Traffic will be diverted off of Mt. Auburn Street, and entrances from Boylston Street and Stearns Road will also be impacted during the construction.