Entertainment

Hatch This Month: Sewing Intro, Vision Boards, Soldering & More

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The Hatch Makerspace offers a variety of classes for people looking to learn how to make, do, and create, and in January there are a variety of classes including sewing, soldering, and making vision boards. Hatch sent out the following information:

Hatch Makerspace is located at 20 Summer Street in Watertown, MA. An extension of the Watertown Free Public Library, we are a free public workshop with space, equipment, and materials available for your use. Events

“Made at Hatch” Display11/1 – 2/26, Watertown Free Public Library,First Floor Lobby

Be sure to check out our showcase of art, electronics, tools, toys, sewing, and other projects made by Hatch staff and volunteers! Introduction to the Sewing MachineMonday 1/9,  5-7pm

Learn how to use a sewing machine.

Sports

Nearly 2 Dozen Watertown Athletes Named League All-Stars

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Natalie Nigito PhotographySenior running back Billy McHugh was one of the Watertown High School athletes named Middlesex All-Stars. The Watertown Public Schools announced that 23 Watertown Raiders athletes have been recognized by the Middlesex League as All-Stars for the Fall 2022 sports season. See the announcement below:

The state champion Raiders field hockey team saw five players pick up honors. Senior co-captains Lizzie Loftus and Maggie Driscoll were named to the All-Conference team and were crowned Co-MVPs of the Freedom Division. Junior Molly Driscoll also earned All-Conference honors.

Entertainment

It’s a Small Saves Christmas in This Week’s Cartoon

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James DeMarco grew up in Watertown and became a goaltender at age 5. It’s his life’s passion to stand between the pipes and keep the puck out of the net. Combining this with the love of cartooning Small Saves emerged in 1991 and took on a life of his own. “To play goal–then come home and draw Small Saves — is my ideal definition of a good day.”

Government

City’s Winter Newsletter: FlashVote, City Census, Motor Excise Tax & More

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The City of Watertown sent out the Winter Newsletter with information about a variety of City programs and departments, including the Library, the City Census, and FlashVote. FlashVote

Do you have one minute a month to help make Watertown better? Join your friends and neighbors and make your voice heard on important local issues. Its free, fast and fun — you’ll get a short 1-minute survey every few months and you’ll get to see full survey results within 48 hours! Plus, FlashVote makes sure your feedback is always anonymous.

Around Town

Watertown Unity Breakfast Date Announced, Unity Award Nominees Wanted

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Charlie BreitroseA mural created by Watertown High School students for the 20th annual Unity Breakfast. The Unity Breakfast Leadership Team is pleased to announce that the Watertown Unity Breakfast will be broadcast virtually on Monday, January 16, 2023 at 10 a.m. on its website. The theme for 2023 is the Kingian Nonviolence Pledge: Listen, Learn, Grow and Act. 

The Unity Award celebrates a member of the Watertown Community who has demonstrated excellence in supporting Watertown residents. Once again, we are seeking nominations of individuals and organizations for this year’s award. For the first time ever, the Unity Breakfast will offer a $500 honorarium to the winner of the Unity Award.

Around Town

Watertown’s Parking Ban Suspended Over Holidays

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The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Police Department:

Effective December 23, 2022 enforcement of the All Night Parking Ban will be temporarily suspended – barring any snowfall that would require plowing or sanding. Should there be a snow event please refer to the City website for available off-street parking locations. The City of Watertown is monitoring weather forecasts that include a potential for winter precipitation and/or icing on Saturday morning December 24, 2022, and therefore a parking ban may be implemented for a period of time if it becomes necessary for snow/ice removal operations. Please monitor the City’s website, social media, WCA-TV and other sources for any potential announcements that would temporarily put a parking ban back in place. Police Chief Thomas Rocca encourages all homeowners to continue using available off-street parking during the overnight hours.

Schools

Nine Watertown Students Earn Honors at BC High School

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Boston College High School provided the following announcement:

The following students have been named to the First Quarter Honor Roll at Boston College High School:

·       Rory Kennelly, High Honors (Class of 2023)

·       Koji Obara, High Honors (Class of 2023)

·       James O’Connor, High Honors (Class of 2023)

·       Isaac Campolongo, High Honors (Class of 2024)

·       Emiliano Pedroza, High Honors (Class of 2025)

·       Mason Lombard, Honors (Class of 2023)

·       William MacKerron, Honors (Class of 2025)

·       Owen Driscoll, Honors (Class of 2026)

·       Alexander Podgoretsky, Honors (Class of 2026)

For High Honors a Sophomore, Junior, and Senior must have at least a 3.80 quality point average and all grades “C+” or higher. Freshmen need a 3.6 quality point average and all grades “C+” or higher. For Honors a Sophomore, Junior, and Senior must have at least a 3.20 quality point average and all grades “C-” or higher. Freshmen need a 3.165 quality point average and all grades “C-” or higher. About Boston College High School

Boston College High School is a Jesuit, Catholic, college-preparatory school for young men in grades 7 to 12.