Friday evening there is a drop-in for LGBTQ+ folks at the Hatch Maker Space. Hatch is open to all in their regular hours, too, but this particular gathering features an optional maker activity designed by their facilitator. All weekend there is a child-focused theater event at the Mosesian: the Watertown Children’s Theater presents Alice in Wonderland Jr. Take your youngsters for lots of fun and maybe they will want to join in the next show. A blood drive isn’t exactly deep in the fun category of things to do, but it feels like an important thing to do if you can. There is one on Saturday at Hibernian Hall along with a food drive. It always feels good to give to others. Springtime weather typically draws me to Mount Auburn Cemetery to watch nature waking up. On Sunday afternoon there is an opportunity for you to draw there, a one-day workshop on drawing animals with illustrator Clare Walker Leslie. All levels of ability are welcome. Sunday evening, when you really don’t feel like cooking, check out the lasagna dinner at Bar ‘Cino. It’s a fixed menu at a fixed price, and it looks delicious.
Cino Sunday Dinner at Bar ‘Cino
Sundays, 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m.
Bar ‘Cino, Main St.
Head to Bar ‘Cino on for a scrumptious Sunday dinner. They serve a fixed menu for $25 which includes, a Mista salad, house-made focaccia, 100 layer lasagna and tiramisu. I’m not certain what time the deal starts, so you might give a call if you are thinking of going for lunch.
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LGBTQ+ Community Craft Night Drop-In
Friday, March 13, 6:30-8:30 p.m
Hatch Maker Space, 20 Summer St.
Drop in for a crafting evening with other LGBTQ+ folks at Hatch Makerspace. You don’t need any maker or crafting experience to participate and all materials and tools are provided free of charge. This drop in event takes place during Hatch’s regular open hours and features an optional maker activity designed by the event’s facilitator to be fun for all skill levels. All visitors to Hatch must show their Hatch Make Card or sign a waiver to receive a Maker Card. Those under 18 must have a parent/guardian present to sign the waiver. Visitors under 12 years old must be accompanied by a guardian at all times.
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ALICE AND WONDERLAND, JR. presented by WATERTOWN CHILDREN’S THEATER
March 13-15, Friday & Saturday 7 p.m., Saturday & Sunday 2 p.m.
Mosesian Center for the Arts, 321 Arsenal St.
When young Alice finds herself in a strange world where everything seems upside down, she must find her way home…and find herself along the way. This production features performers in grades 3-6, with Jr. Players in grades K-2.
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NATURE DRAWING WORKSHOP WITH CLARE WALKER LESLIE
Sunday, March 15, 3 p.m.
Mt. Auburn Cemetery, 580 Mt. Auburn St.
Want to learn some very basic ways for drawing the nature you know and love in Mount Auburn? Join illustrator Clare Walker Leslie in a Sunday afternoon session. Appropriate for ages 10 and up, teens and adults. No previous drawing experience needed. Bring a drawing pad, several pencils and an eraser. There will be materials provided, as well. Workshop takes place indoors. Meet in Story Chapel.
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RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE/COMMUNITY FOOD DRIVE
Saturday, March 14, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Hibernian Hall, 151 Watertown St.
The Watertown Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH): An Irish Catholic organization, is hosting a Red Cross blood drive and a food drive to feed the needy. Each pint of blood we collect can help save up to three lives and will touch the lives of so many more. What a great way to pay it forward and make an impact on people in our community and across the country. Visit https://www.redcrossblood.org/ and enter: AOH to schedule an appointment.
They are also announcing a Food Drive to support the Watertown Catholic Collaborative Food Pantry and local families in need.
Join them in making a difference by donating non-perishable food items such as canned goods, pasta, rice, cereal, and more. Every contribution, big or small, helps bring comfort to someone in need. Join together and show the power of our community!
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