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Members of Watertown Veterans organizations hold the flags during the 2026 Memorial Day Ceremony at Victory Field. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
For former Marine George McMasters Memorial Day gives him mixed feelings, and is a time when he can remember his compatriots who were lost in battle.
The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Community Foundation:
The Watertown Community Foundation will host their annual city-wide food drive during Watertown Helps Out from May 26 – June 9, in collaboration with the City of Watertown. This year’s food drive is sponsored by ButcherBox, the Watertown based direct-to-consumer meat and seafood brand.
Watertown veterans marched in the 2024 Memorial Day Parade. (Photo by Natalie Nigito Photography)
The 2026 Memorial Day Parade, featuring Watertown veterans, youth sports, and other community groups, will be held on Monday, May 25, beginning at noon. A ceremony with Watertown’s veterans group will take place at the end of the parade.
The Watertown Fire Department received funding this year to run two ambulances, and now the challenge is to hire enough paramedics to run both.
Multiple Raider squads earned spots in the MIAA post-season this spring, and the girls lacrosse team won their first game. Both the girls and boys tennis teams also made the tourney.
The following announcement was provided by Watertown Citizens for Peace, Justice and the Environment:
Resistance and Inspiration is the theme of Watertown Citizens for Peace, Justice and the Environment’s 47 th Annual Meeting and Potluck Dinner that will take place on Sunday, May 31 at the First Parish of Watertown at 35 Church St. in Watertown. The potluck will begin at 5 p.m. and our program will begin at 6:15 p.m.
Dear Editor,
A fact I did not know until today pertains to establishment of Memorial Day. The information is in the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture.
Earfull combines authors and musicians for a night of entertainment. In June, the series will be held in Watertown. See more information from Earfull, below.
The following announcement was provided by MassBay Ccommunity College:
MassBay Community College is launching an Associate in Science Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) to educate students in this highly skilled and in-demand field of ultrasound technology, helping address the growing need for diagnostic imaging professionals in the region. The DMS program combines classroom instruction, laboratory practice and supervised clinical experiences to prepare students for careers in medical imaging. Students can enroll now for classes that begin Sept. 8, 2026.
The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Library:
On Sunday, June 14, children of all ages are invited to the Watertown Free Public Library (WFPL) to kick off summer reading and get a book signed by a famous author! Melissa Stewart is the award-winning author of more than 200 science books for children. She has always been fascinated by the natural world and is passionate about sharing its beauty and wonder.
Sidewalks will be close in East Watertown in areas where the new sidewalks are being replaced this week. The Mt. Auburn Street Project also includes installation of drainage and tree trenches. See more details provided by the City of Watertown, below.
This week’s Watertown home sales include five condos, three single families, and two townhouses.