Around Town

A Tribute to an Armenian Grandmother from Watertown

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Ludér Tavit Sahagian of Needham recently wrote a tribute his grandmother Mayram Gulbahar Gigiyan Cinar, which he entitled “A True Salt of the Earth.” Here Sahagian’s tribute:

The year is 1915. The world is engulfed in warfare. In the cradle of civilization, an unprecedented genocide against the first Christian nation is festering. And Arusyak Hajinian, my maternal great-grandmother, is caught in the middle of it:

They smash open the house door and take her husband to purportedly serve in the army.

Entertainment

First Parish Church Hosts Christine Lavin and Don White in Concert

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First Parish Church will host a concert featuring longtime favorites Christine Lavin and Don White on Nov. 6 at 8 p.m.

Seeing Christine Lavin or Don White is a treat. Seeing Christine Lavin and Don White is an experience. Between the two of them, they more than 40 years of combined experience making music and laughter. Don’t miss them Nov 6 at First Parish Watertown, presented by Tremedal Concerts.

Sports

Watertown Field Hockey Streaks to National Unbeaten Record!

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The big crowd at Victory Field began the standing ovation for the Watertown filed hockey team with two minutes left, and when the clock hit zero players and fans alike erupted. The Raider now hold the national record unbeaten streak of 154 straight games. The game against Melrose was over early, as Watertown scored three times in the first 10 minutes of the game, including two blasts from the top of the circle by junior Kourtney Kennedy and a tip in by senior Ally McCall. Grace Duguay scored 12 minutes and 15 minutes into the first half and McCall got her second with two minutes left in the half. The second half, the Raiders took off the pressure, and eased to a 6-0 win.

Schools

Watertown Public Schools Growing Faster Than Projected

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Watertown’s schools grew slightly over the past year, according to the district’s enrollment report, and were significantly higher than projected. 

The Watertown Public Schools had 35 more students on Oct. 1, 2015 than a year before, with a total of 2,640. The district still is 68 students smaller than two years ago – the highest enrollment over the past five years. Not all the schools grew, however. Watertown High School has 700 students, seven more than 2014.

Entertainment

Halloween Fun-a-Plenty Can be Found at the Watertown Mall

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The Watertown Mall has all kinds of fun planned for Halloween, see details below! The Watertown Mall, 550 Arsenal Street, Watertown, is hosting several free events this month, according to an announcement from the mall. The 24th Annual Scarecrow Contest kicked off the Autumn Fun on Oct. 16, 2015. Individuals, families, groups, schools, classes, businesses and organizations were invited to enter a scarecrow in the contest.

Around Town

Mount Auburn Hospital Presents Living with Cancer Workshop

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Mount Auburn Hospital will start a program for people diagnosed with cancer which will focus on the mind as well as the body. 

The following release was sent out by Mount Auburn Hospital:

Cancer diagnosis brings with it a world of testing and treatments, as well as heavy emotional and physical demands. At times, these elements can seem overwhelming, but they don’t have to be. Mount Auburn Hospital recognizes these difficulties and has developed its Mind/Body Medicine Program to help patients maintain good mental and emotional health through their treatment and recovery. This fall, the hospital is pleased to present the Living with Cancer workshop, an eight-week group focused on reducing stress and promoting resilience. Participants will be introduced to relaxation techniques, meditation, spirituality, yoga, Tai chi, and nutrition.

Environment

Town Has Trees to Plant in Front of Watertown Homes

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Want a tree for the front of your home, Watertown Tree Warden Chris Hayward may have one for you. 

He will soon begin planting street trees around town, and he has a long list of species, including small trees for the front yard, medium sized ones and large shade trees. A complete list can be found by clicking here. For more information contact Chris Hayward at 617-972-6426 or chayward@watertown-ma.gov

Business

Watertown Savings Supports Program to Help Seniors Manage their Money

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When Watertown Savings Bank Branch Manager, Bill Burgess, recently visited the offices of Springwell, he brought with him a grant that will help low-income, vulnerable seniors and adults with disabilities manage their finances and remain independent, Springwell announced. In Springwell’s Money Management Program, volunteers provide monthly in-home assistance with routine money management tasks; provide guidance on how to stretch one’s budget; and educate about dangerous money scams.

“Watertown Savings Bank has been such a generous long-term supporter of the Money Management Program,” says program coordinator, Kathy Barrett. “This program is provided free to vulnerable, low-income elderly and disabled residents, thanks to the partnership of a number of local, corporate and foundation donors who close the gap between state funding for the program and the costs to run it. We are especially grateful to Watertown Savings Bank for their tremendous support over the years.”

To learn more about volunteering for or benefiting from the Money Management Program, call 617-926-4100 x201 or email kbarrett@springwell.com. Springwell is a local, non-profit organization that has been successfully creating, managing, and coordinating services for seniors, people with disabilities and those who provide care since its founding in 1977.