Schools

MassBay College Doubles Number of Reduced Cost Offerings

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The following announcement was provided by MassBay Community College:

Already the most affordable higher education option in MetroWest, MassBay Community College is pleased to announce another significant and cost-saving change in its course offerings. This fall, compared to fall 2019, the College has doubled the number of courses that use free or Open Educational Resources (OER) to 74 courses, which makes these classes more affordable to students. Open Educational Resources are free or low-cost text, media, and other digital assets which are useful for teaching, learning, and research. They are offered under a Creative Commons license that permits others to reuse, revise, remix, and redistribute them. In this format, students receive free or low-cost (under $40) access and use of the materials without the expense of buying or renting textbooks or other required course materials.

Around Town

Watertown Library Bids Farewell to Employee After 56-Year Career

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Pat Farrell is retiring from the Watertown Library after a 56-year career. The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Library:

When Pat Farrell was first hired as a library page, she made $1.15 per hour, minimum wage at the time. She was 14 years old. On Friday, Sept. 18, Pat will retire after working for 56 years at the Watertown Free Public Library.

Around Town

Watertown Cable Debuts “Fresh” New Website, Features Include Closed Captioning

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A screenshot of the new Watertown Cable Access Television website. The following information was provided by Watertown Cable:

Watertown Cable Access Corp is pleased to announce an all new interactive website. The site www.wcatv.org has been revamped for 2020. There are new pages, new content and a whole new “fresh” feel to the site. The site is compatible with laptops, tablets, and mobile devices of all kinds.

Business

Watertown Mall Seeks Entries to Annual Scarecrow Contest

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Entries from a prior year’s Scarecrow Contest at the Watertown Mall. The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Mall:

The Watertown Mall is hosting their 29th Annual Scarecrow Contest. Scarecrows can be entered by individuals or groups. There is no entry fee. Your group could be family, friends, co-workers, classmates, teammates, or business.

Around Town

Scholarships Available for Kids Afternoon Activity Camp

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The following information was provided by Ballroom in Boston:

This school year it is more important than ever that your child have the opportunity to be active and social in a safe environment. Ballroom in Boston is offering a brand new program: After School Activity Camp to get your kids moving after spending hours sitting in front of a screen! And through generous donations by Watertown Savings Bank and Cunniff PTO we are able to offer scholarships for families who need a helping hand to make participation possible. 

The October classes include Kids Yoga and the ever popular Open Gym. The class is 1.5 hours in length so you will have time to run errands, work, or enjoy a few quiet moments at home; all while knowing your child is having a great time in a healthy and safe environment. Our classes will be socially distant and require masks/face coverings to keep all participants safe.

Business

Find Out About the Microenterprise Grants, Deadline Approaching

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Businesses with five or fewer employees can apply for microenterprise grants. The following information was provided by the Watertown Department of Community Development & Planning:

Building on its commitment to supporting Watertown residents during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Town of Watertown has established a $175,000 emergency rental assistance program. The program will allow income-eligible tenants to apply for up to three months assistance if they have lost income and are having trouble paying rent as a result of the pandemic. The deadline to complete the application is Thursday, September 24. “During this difficult time, it is important that we help Watertown residents stay in their homes and help ensure their health and safety,” said Assistant Town Manager Steven Magoon.

Police/Fire

Watertown Firefighter Graduates from Mass. Fire Academy

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Firefighter Michael Lanzo recently graduated from the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy. Fire Chief Bob Quinn announced that a Watertown firefighter graduated from the Massachusetts Fire Academy. Michael Lanzo completed the 10 week training program in Stow.  Due to the COVID-19 situation the graduation ceremony was limited to the graduates only. “Lanzo has returned to the firehouse to serve the citizens of Watertown,” Quinn said.

Entertainment

Photography Exhibit Library Features Images from the New England Coast

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One of the photos that will be in Joseph Weiler’s exhibit at the Watertown Library, “Bluenose II.” The work of Watertown photographer Joseph Weiler will on display at the Watertown Free Public Library in October. The exhibition features photos from around the New England Coast. Weiler sent out the following information about the exhibition:

My exhibit will be at the Watertown Public Library’s Art Gallery from October 2 thru 30, 2020. The 21-framed photographs explore our coastline from Monhegan Island’s artists to Cape Cod’s lovely beaches.