Schools

Watertown Cable Offering Scholarships for Watertown High School Seniors

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The following announcement was provided by Watertown Cable:

The WCA-TV Board of Directors and Executive Director Andrea Santopietro are proud to officially open the application process for the Watertown Cable Access Scholarship for the Class of 2025. Deadline for applications is April 18th, 2025. (2) Scholarships are available for $500 each. Eligibility is open to any graduating student of the Class of 2025 from Watertown High School who is both:

1. Attending post-graduate education at a 2-year or 4-year institution of higher learning including colleges, universities, and vocational schools within the area of television, radio, journalism, communications, media arts or any communications related field.

Letters

LETTER: City Should Reverse Auto Opt-In for Electricity Choice

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Dear Councilors,

I am writing in disgust of the opt-out Electricity Choice notice I received today (attached).  I should be able to expect continuity-in-service and business-as-usual without having to read a notice and take action. Shame on you all for allowing this to happen. I am sure you will agree that a large percentage of residents are too busy to bother reading notifications and will likely discard the notice without action. The consequence of their inaction will occur sometime later when they notice a higher bill. We can only speculate on their reaction when they learn that Watertown moved them into a program without their consent and they will be furious at the opt-out burden that was placed on them. Regardless of an individual’s perspective on clean energy, they will be upset. My anger is doubled in the knowledge that “clean energy” is a lie.  I am sure there are still some folks in the town who still believe in the fairytales promoted by the climate zealots but I am not one. I have a first-hand, front row seat to the construction of wind turbines on Coxes Ledge. I have analyzed wind energy, particularly offshore wind energy, in great detail and it is flawed environmentally as well as economically.  The clean energy narrative is a lie!  It is not clean and it is not economical.

Around Town

Charles River Group Hosting Herring Count Training Session

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The following announcement was provided by the Charles River Watershed Association:

Want to participate in the 2025 herring count? Join this training session to learn about the Charles River herring and how to be a fish monitoring volunteer! You’ll hear from CRWA’s Senior Restoration Program Manager and Volunteer & Outreach Associate on the importance of volunteer herring counting and a “Fish Monitoring 101” outline on everything you need to know about becoming a volunteer fish counter. 2025 Virtual Herring Count Training

Wednesday, April 2, 2025

7-8 PM

Zoom Webinar

Click here to register

Schools

Watertown Middle School Principal Selected, Will Begin Over Summer

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Jeff Gaglione has been selected as Watertown Middle School’s next principal. Watertown Middle School will have a new principal. Superintendent Dede Galdston announced the selection of Jeff Gaglione as the new WMS principal. He currently works in Hudson, and will take over in the summer. The school is currently being led by Joel Giacobozzi, who is also the Watertown High School principal.

Entertainment

Mosesian Center Celebrating 20 Years, Tickets & Sponsorships Available

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The Mosesian Center for the Arts will hold a celebration of its 20th anniversary. See details in the announcement from the MCA below. On Thursday, May 22, 2025 we will gather for an evening of celebration that honors our past and secures vital funds for our future. Tickets and sponsorships are available today! The evening’s program will highlight the impact of MCA over the past 20 years interspersed with entertaining performances that feature the depth and breadth of our programming. We’ll also honor Roberta Miller for her visionary leadership and steadfast commitment to the organization and thank her for returning as Interim Executive Director, pro bono.

Around Town

Watertown’s First Dragon Boat Team Sets Sail, Seeking Support

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The following announcement was provided by the Chinese American Association of Watertown:

Organized by the Chinese American Association of Watertown (CAAW), Watertown now has its first-ever team to participate in the 2025 Boston Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival, bringing together paddlers, supporters, and community members for an exciting launch event. With eyes set on their competitive debut at the Boston Dragon Boat Festival on June 7th and 8th, 2025, the Watertown Dragon Boat Team is now seeking local business sponsorships to help support training sessions, equipment, and event participation fees. This is an incredible opportunity for local businesses to gain visibility while championing diversity, cultural appreciation, and community engagement. “We are thrilled to bring this dynamic sport to Watertown,” said a CAAW spokesperson. “Dragon boat racing is not just about competition—it’s about teamwork, cultural connection, and community spirit.

Around Town

Group to Protest in Watertown as Part of International Day of Opposition

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The Tesla Takedown in Watertown on March 1. (Copyright 2025 Joshua Touster)

A Watertown group will be holding a protest in Watertown on March 29. See the announcement provided by William Beckett. Concerned Watertown citizens are invited to attend a non-violent rally against Elon Musk and DOGE. Saturday, March 29, at 10:00 a.m., Tesla Service Center, 457 Pleasant St., Watertown

This rally will be part of an international day of opposition to Musk and DOGE.

Schools

Watertown Middle School Presents “Mary Poppins Jr.” the Musical

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Watertown Middle School will present “Mary Poppins Jr.” on March 28-30. See the information provided by the Watertown Public Schools below. The musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney film will go on the WMS Auditorium stage on March 28 at 7 p.m., March 29 at 7 p.m., and March 30 at 2 p.m.

Tickets: General Admission $10, WPS Students Free

Watertown Middle School is located at 68 Waverley Ave., Watertown.