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Watertown’s Fourth Annual Juneteenth Celebration Will be on June 16

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The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Juneteenth Committee:

Don’t Forget Watertown’s 4th Annual Juneteenth Celebration is Sunday June 16 from 2-4 p.m. at 114 Riverside St. in Watertown.  

The Juneteenth Committee and Watertown Citizens for Peace, Justice and the Environment invite you to come and celebrate our Black African American history with popsicles, bingo, music and more!  

“Juneteenth may mark just one moment in the struggle for emancipation, but the holiday gives us an occasion to reflect on the profound contributions of enslaved Black Americans to the cause of human freedom.” —Jamelle Bouie

Any questions email Teo and Ephiteo@volunteer.outlook.com or Tiffany trosewhite@gmail.com. 

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LETTER: It’s All About Control and What Our Community Wants

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I recently read the article in Watertown News, dated May 16, 2024, entitled: What to Expect at Next Watertown Square Meeting, Manager will Also Discuss Zoning on Prior Day. The meeting at Watertown Middle School auditorium (68 Waverley Avenue) on June 13th at 6:00 p.m. that is highlighted is an important one. More to come on that. Let me quote Mr. Proakis in that Watertown News article: “(The MBTA Communities Law number) is not a production goal, it is not a production expectation. That is not, you know, thou shalt build 1,700 units or some other number — 3,100 units or whatever it might be,” Proakis said.

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See the Special Broadcast on Zoning Featuring the City Manager

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The City of Watertown provided the following information:

In case you missed it! Watch City Manager George Proakis’s special broadcast on zoning produced by WCA-TV and the City of Watertown! George presented live on WCA-TV about how zoning works, how it can benefit communities, and its limits as well, before answering questions submitted directly by Watertown residents. If you liked this broadcast and would like to see more like it, please let us know via email at tcote@watertown-ma.gov so that we can explore new topics and presentations to bring to the Watertown community in the future!

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Road Near High School Construction Site Closing for 2 Days

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The following announcement was provided by Watertown’s project management firm, Vertex:

As we continue to progress the new high school project, Brait Builders and their subcontractors are planning to continue new utility work in Broadway this Thursday 6/6 and Friday 6/7.  This will require that we close the road to through traffic from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. from the intersection of Broadway and Columbia Street to Russell Avenue. 

Residents of that area of the street will have access to and from their driveways. The contractor will have someone there to ensure safe access as needed. As a quick update, today the project reaches another milestone as we install the topping off beam on the Common Street side of the building. Things continue to progress well overall and we move towards being enclosed and weathertight this Fall.

Entertainment

Tickets on Sale for Watertown’s Tipsy Tea Party, A 21+ Event During Pride Month

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The City of Watertown sent out the following information:

Tickets are available to purchase for guests ages 21+ for “A Tipsy Tea Party” on June 23, 2024 from 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at the Commander’s Mansion, located at 440 Talcott Avenue! Visit www.WatertownPride.com for more event information and the link to order tickets. INCLUDED WITH YOUR TICKET:

Brunch bites and teaTarot card readingsLive entertainmentGin tastingFree parking

Entertainment Featuring:

Event Emcee Killah Croc

Drag Performance by Hazel Aphrodite

Performance by Jean Sequins

Psychic readings by NJP TAROT

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City Surveying Residents About Options for Sullivan Playground

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The City of Watertown seeks input about how to improve Sullivan Playground, located at the corner of Mt. Auburn and Arlington streets. The survey includes the type of playground equipment, as well as how people want to use the space. The City sent out the following announcement:

Take the community survey to let us know what you want to see with the Sullivan Playground Renovation! 

Review features, play structures, and design options that matter the most to you! Your voice matters in making the playground the best it could possibly be for you and the community. 

Entertainment

Elton John Tribute, Army Band, Fiddler on the Roof & Much More at the Mosesian Center in June

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The Mosesian Center for the Arts has a wide variety of events this June, from concerts to plays to visual art exhibits, plus a community event and arts classes. The MCA provided the following information:

Earfull at Branch Line | June 11, 18 & 25

This performance series features writers and musicians doing their respective things. Writers read from their new books, or about-to-be books, or right from their crumpled-up notes. Musicians range from harpists to hornblowers, from solo songwriters to full-on rock bands. Join for food & drink on the Branch Line patio, great readings and performances, and time between acts to socialize. 

Fork & Shoe Theatre Co-op presents Café du Cheap Artiste: PRESIDENTS | June 8

Cafe du Cheap Artiste is a performance open mic/cabaret presented in a variety of spaces.

Schools

Sign a Part of the New Watertown High School, Ceremony Will Celebrate Construction Milestone

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An overhead view of what the new Watertown High School will look like. (Courtesy of Watertown Public Schools)

A major milestone will be reached this week in the Watertown High School project when the last beam for the steel structure will be put into place. A topping off ceremony will be held on Wednesday, and the public is invited to come before hand and sign the beam, and to attend the ceremony. The Watertown Public Schools sent out the following information:

Major WHS construction news! A topping off ceremony will be held at 4 pm on Wednesday (6/5/24). 

The public is also invited to sign the ceremonial beam. 

Monday/Tuesday : 2-5 pm (Broadway construction gate)

Wednesday: 3-3:45 pm (Common Street gate). 

Sharpies will be provided