Business

See the Winners of the Watertown Savings Bank Customer Choice Awards

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The following announcement was provided by Watertown Savings Bank:

On Tuesday, March 26 Watertown Savings Bank (WSB) will distribute $75,000 to the 28 local community organizations chosen by their its banking customers, in the bank’s 23rd Annual Customer Choice Awards. “Our Customer Choice Awards program is one of which we are particularly proud,” said President and CEO Brett Dean. “The list of winners reflects the important work being done by non-profit organizations throughout the communities we serve.”

Dollars to be awarded are based on the number of votes each organization received. With a maximum amount of $3,500, and this year’s top vote-getter receiving $5,000, all organizations who received one percent of the total number of votes are being awarded funds. All organizations that received one percent of the total number of votes are being awarded funds.

Government

Council Subcommittee Discussing Noise from Planes from Logan Airport

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The Town Council’s Committee on State, Federal and Regional Government  will convene on Monday, Feb. 25, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. at the Watertown Administration Building in the Richard E. Mastrangelo Council Chamber. The purpose of the meeting is for the further review and consideration of the MassPort Community Advisory Committee (CAC) work to address airplane noise. Informational updates will be provided by Andrea Adams, Senior Planner, Department of Community Development and Planning, who serves as Watertown’s representative on the MassPort CAC. The meeting notice is as follows:

Background information about Logan Airplane noise to ongoing discussions can be found within the following links.

Entertainment

The Kelly Girls Will Perform Celtic Music at Library’s Winter Concert Series

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The Kelly Girls will perform as part of the Watertown Library’s Winter Concert Series. The Watertown Library provided the following announcement:

The Watertown Free Public Library’s final Winter Concert features the Celtic sounds of The Kelly Girls. The group will perform at the Library on Sunday, March 3, at 2 p.m. in the Watertown Savings Bank Room. The performance is free and open to the public. The Celtic band the Kelly Girls have quickly gained recognition as one of the most entertaining Celtic Bands in New England.

Entertainment

Bluegrass Concert the Latest Revels Fringe Concert in Watertown

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Jake Blount and Libby Weitnauer will perform traditional Appalachian music at the Revels Fringe concert on March 2. The following information was provided by Revels:

Appalachian music comes alive as  Revels FRINGE presents bluegrass musicians Jake Blount and Libby Weitnauer, Saturday, March 2 in Watertown, MA

Experience the voices at the forefront of today’s music scene at three exciting concerts exploring the unpredictable edge of the folk process. The 2019 Revels FRINGE Concert Series kicked off January 26 with an amazing farewell concert by Night Tree, a popular roots-based band comprised of young, brilliant musicians who love taking traditional folk music in new directions. The trend continues on Saturday, March 2 when Revels FRINGE presents two extraordinary bluegrass musicians, Jake Blount & Libby Weitnauer. A rising star with a unique take on traditional music Jake Blount is an African American banjo player, fiddler, scholar and vocalist whose musical mentors include Rhiannon Giddens and Hubby Jenkins of the GRAMMY-winning Carolina Chocolate Drops.

Transportation

MBTA to Talk About Fare Proposals, Buses at Watertown Meeting

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The MBTA will discuss proposed fare increases and the Better Bus Project at a meeting in Watertown. The following information came from the MBTA:

A series of community meetings are being held to discuss the MBTA fare proposal. A 6.3% average fare increase has been proposed, which would take effect on July 1, 2019. Comments regarding the fare proposal can also be emailed to fares@mbta.com or mailed to MBTA, Attn: Fare Proposal, 10 Park Plaza, Boston, MA 02116. The Better Bus Project and Automated Fare Collection 2.0 will also be discussed at a number of these meetings.

Entertainment

New Rep’s Latest Production, “Still Standing” on Stage Now, Offering ASL Interpreted Shows

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New Repertory Theatre’s latest production, Still Standing, was written and performed by Anita Hollander will run through March 3. The following information was provided by NewRep Theatre:

Anita Hollander lost her leg in 1977 to cancer. Still Standing details her story from diagnosis to the very moment of performance. Her leg will not grow back, but her mind and spirit and soul have grown to more than compensate. With songs, wit, understatement, great dollops of humor, but not a smidgen of self-pity, Hollander reaches out to every member of the audience.

Around Town

Registration Open for 20th Annual Charles River Cleanup

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Chuck Dickinson’s “Charles River, Watertown” came in third in the Watertown Savings photo contest. The 20th Annual Charles River Clean up is coming up in April. See how you can get involved. The following announcement came from State Sen. Will Brownsberger’s Office:

Registration is now open for the 20th Annual Charles River Cleanup, which will take place on Saturday, April 27 from 9 AM – 12 PM, followed by a volunteer appreciation picnic on the Esplanade. If you’re interested in participating this year, click here to register!

Entertainment

Children’s Valentine’s Day Event at the Watertown Mall

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The following information was provided by the Watertown Mall:

The Watertown Mall, located at 550 Arsenal St., Watertown, and Watertown Families Together are hosting “Share Your Love” – a Valentine’s Day on February 14, 2019 starting at 10:00 am. This is a free event & all ages are welcome, although it is catered to younger children. The event’s specific location is in the back hallway, across from Carter’s and next to Target. This event will include crafting activities (Valentine’s Day cards), singing songs, storytelling, and some surprises. About the Watertown Mall

The Watertown Mall is wheelchair accessible and accessible by MBTA Bus routes 70 and 70A.