Around Town

Watertown Residents Protest Invasion of Ukraine in the Square

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Watertown Citizens for Peace Justice and the EnvironmentA group of Watertown residents gathered on Feb. 27, 2022 to call for a stop of the war in Ukraine. A group of Watertown residents gathered to protest the invasion of Ukraine by Russian military forces. Watertown Citizens for Peace Justice and the EnvironmentResidents call for a stop of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The vigil was organized by Watertown Citizens for Peace, Justice and the Environment, which released the statement:

“On Sunday, February 27, concerned residents gathered in Watertown Square to protest the lives lost, citizens wounded and the destruction unleashed upon the February 24 large-scale Russian military invasion of Ukraine.”

Entertainment

Watertown Library Has Host of Activities Inspired by “One Book”

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The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Free Public Library:

In January, the Watertown Free Public Library announced Braiding Sweetgrass, as it’s pick for One Book, One Watertown 2022. Now, the Library is drawing on author Robin Wall Kimmerer’s themes of environmental stewardship and Indigenous wisdom to deliver a full month of workshops, artwork, and music — all designed to complement the book and bring the community together. You are invited! And don’t worry, you don’t have to read Braiding Sweetgrass to participate. (Though it is highly encouraged!) Whether you want to want to radically rethink your relationship to the land, green your energy footprint, or share Indigenous history with your kids – there are so many ways to participate in One Book, One Watertown this year.

Entertainment

Revels Announces In-Person Spring Sing Concert

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RevelsBoston jazz legend Stan Strickland will be bandleader, saxophonist and vocal soloist at the Revels Spring Sing. The following announcement was provided by Watertown-based Revels:

Wave goodbye to winter surrounded by budding forsythia and sprigs of green at this joyful, reimagined, annual celebration of spring filled with music, fun, and song! Join us for our annual celebration of the vernal equinox on Sunday, March 20, as we officially welcome in the spring! This year, Revels Spring Sing, our annual giant sing-along, is moving from Watertown to Somerville’s spacious Center for the Arts at the Armory and will feature longtime Revels friend and Boston jazz legend Stan Strickland as bandleader, saxophonist and vocal soloist. Stan will be joined by colleagues on keyboard, bass and drums to round out the Stan Strickland Revels Jazz Quartet.

Schools

Watertown Student Makes University of Maine’s Fall 2021 Dean’s List

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The following announcement was provided by the University of Maine:

The University of Maine recognized 3,102 students for achieving Dean’s List honors in the fall 2021 semester. Of the students who made the Dean’s List, 2,025 are from Maine, 1,009 are from 39 other states and 68 are from 25 countries other than the U.S.

One student on the Dean’s List was Watertown’s Caileigh Sullivan. To be eligible for the Full-time Dean’s List, a student must have completed 12 or more calculable credits in the semester and have earned a 3.50 or higher semester GPA. Students who have part-time status during both the fall and spring semesters of a given academic year are eligible for Part-time Dean’s List. They must have completed 12 or more calculable credits over both terms and have earned a combined GPA in those terms of 3.50 or higher.

Around Town

Boston Magazine Names Watertown One of the Best Places to Live

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The following announcement was provided by Boston magazine:

Watertown has been named a 2022 Top Place to Live in the upcoming issue of Boston magazine. Each year, Boston magazine’s Top Places to Live highlight the region’s most coveted communities, breaking down one of the nation’s most intricate real-estate markets into a comprehensive guide featured in the March issue. The magazine’s Top Places to Live is considered an authoritative source for what’s trending in the greater Boston real estate market. 

The most recent Top Places to Live names 18 communities as Top Places to Live – examining each based on current trends, values, tax rates, education systems and much more. This year, with feverish demand, rising prices and low inventory, the guide focuses on six key trends driving the market.  

Watertown was recognized as part of the retail development boom, as homeowners continue to seek a level of accessibility and urban appeal found in new developments similar to larger urban centers. The magazine cites Watertown for its close proximity to the city and mixed-used developments such as Arsenal Yards, noting the development, “boasts housing as well as brands including Shake Shack so you can grab a burger on the way home from work”. 

According to the magazine, the median single-family home price in Watertown is $785,000, with a residential property tax rate of $13.25. 

The March issue of Boston magazine, with the full Top Places to Live guide is available on March 1, 2022.

Cartoon

Cartoon: Small Saves’ Equipment Has Seen Better Days

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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.”

Obituaries

OBIT: Thomas Hickey, 69, Grew Up in Watertown, Skilled Craftsman and Carpenter

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Thomas Hickey

Tommy Hickey, age 69, of Wells, ME died February 21, 2022 after a short battle with cancer. He was born August 6, 1952 in Newton, MA. Tommy graduated from Watertown High School in Watertown, MA where he grew up and attended Wentworth Technical Institute. He spent his career as a skilled craftsman and finish carpenter. His work was published in Smithsonian magazine.

Business

Watertown Dance Studio is Hiring an Assistant Teacher

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Move & Groove Watertown announced it is looking for an assistant teacher who can assist with kids dance classes, summer camp, and other similar activities. The ideal candidate would ideally have experience working with kids (no required but preferred), a passion for dance, a friendly, upbeat, and enthusiastic personality, and be punctual! The responsibilities would include assisting the lead teacher with the kids during class hours. The assistant teacher would be involved with the kids and readily participate in the dancing and activities. No preparation outside of work hours is required. 

The candidate would need to show proof of full vaccination, be comfortable wearing a mask at all times in the studio, pass a background check, and be able to work the following hours:

March – May 2022:

Saturdays from 9:00am – 1:00pm, 2:30pm – 4:30pm

July – August 2022:

Summer Camp hours:

Monday-Friday: 9:00am – 11:00am & 1:00pm – 3:00pmSaturdays: 10am – 12:30pm

Pay: $15.00 per hour

This position is perfect for a mature high school student or someone looking for very part-time hours.