Obituaries

OBIT: Mary (Jacques) McCauley, 82, Longtime Volunteer at Cunniff School, Other Watertown Groups

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A Funeral mass will be celebrated on Thursday, February 1, 2018 in the Church of
Saint Patrick, Watertown at 9 a.m. for Mary Alice (Jacques) McCauley.Mrs. McCauley, a daughter of the late Frank Leo and Yvonne M. (Ricard) Jacques
died in the Park Ave. Rehabilitation Center, Arlington on Saturday evening after a
long period of declining health. She was 82. Mary was born in Waltham, grew up in Weston, graduating from Weston High
School, class of 1953. Mary was a volunteer at Cunniff School, former member of
Cunniff School PTA, former CCD teacher, former brownie and former Girl Scout
Leader. Mary and her husband, Jim, were very active volunteers in Watertown for
numerous years

She was the beloved wife of the late James W. McCauley.

Letters

LETTER: Watertown Families Struggling to Heat Homes, Stay in Their Home Are Often Unseen

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Most will agree that January’s cold snap was brutal. We hunkered down in our homes and cranked up the thermostat. We survived nicely with an extra sweater. But for some in Watertown, the cold was truly unbearable. These are folks many of us don’t see or hear about.They include the young family in which Dad is out of work with a long-term injury, Mom is working two minimum wage jobs trying to make ends meet, and one of the two children has a chronic health problem that requires constant medical attention.

Entertainment

NewRep Hosting Evening with Famed Author Armistead Maupin

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New Repertory Theatre announced it will be hosting “A Conversation With Author Armistead Maupin.” 

The author of the Tales of the City series will be interviewed by former Boston Globe theatre critic Louise Kennedy on Monday, February 12 at 7:30 p.m. at the MainStage Theater at the Mosesian Center for the Arts, 321 Arsenal St., Watertown. Launched in 1976 as a groundbreaking serial in the San Francisco Chronicle, Armistead Maupin’s iconic Tales of the City series has since blazed its own trail through popular culture. Hear him talk about creating the series and his new book, a memoir titled Logical Family (October 2017) which grew out of his critically acclaimed one-man show of the same name. The evening begins at 6 p.m. with a pre-discussion reception with Mr. Maupin at Branch Line Restaurant for VIP ticket holders. The discussion begins at 7:30 p.m. and there will be a post-conversation book signing

STANDARD TICKET: $50

INCLUDES:
• discussion
• book signing

VIP TICKET: $100

INCLUDES:
• pre-show reception with a cash bar
• premium seating
• front-of-line book signing

BUY TICKETS TODAY!

Around Town

Watertown Artist Captured 2018 Unity Breakfast in Sketches and Words

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The 2018 Watertown Unity Breakfast was another resounding success – with over 400 participants gathering at the Hellenic Center on January 15 to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., organizers announced. As in previous Unity Breakfast events, the program included lively music, an inspiring and informative keynote address, winners of the Middle School and High School essay contests, murals and rap lyrics from Middle School students, and a presentation of the annual Unity Award for outstanding community service. And a hearty breakfast served by the Watertown Deluxe Diner. Local press coverage of the 2018 was extensive – with articles in both online and print versions of the Watertown Tab, the online Watertown News, and video of the entire event by WCATV (the local cable television station). In addition, however, Unity Breakfast organizers have made available an unusual and creative record of this year’s Unity Breakfast – “sketch notes”, colorful hand-drawn notes and illustrations created by local artist Sheri Kennedy.

Business

New Real Estate Agent Joins Century 21 Adams Lawndale

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Century 21 Adams Lawndale are pleased to announce that Andrea Barber has joined our award winning agency. We are excited about having her on our team and we know you will be too. Andrea Barber started her real estate career in 2004 on Cape Cod while splitting her time between Falmouth, Belmont and Watertown. She quickly became a top producer, assisting hundreds of Buyers and Sellers with both primary and secondary homes, as well as with the purchase of land. Andrea is a member of the Cape and Islands Real Estate Board and Cape & Islands MLS as well as the Greater Boston Real Estate Board and MLSPIN.

Government

State Sen. Brownsberger Hosting Series of Town Halls, Including in Watertown

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State Senator Will Brownsberger – whose district includes Watertown – will host a series of town halls throughout his district in February, his office announced. These events are free and open to the public, and all are encouraged to attend to share their thoughts on current events and legislative priorities.Allston/Brighton: Thursday, February 8 from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Presentation School, New Balance Community Room | 640 Washington Street, Brighton

Watertown: Saturday, February 10 from 12 – 2 p.m.
Watertown Free Public Library, Savings Bank Room | 123 Main Street, Watertown

Belmont: Saturday, February 10 from 3 – 5 p.m.
Beech Street Center | 266 Beech Street, Belmont

Fenway: Sunday, February 11 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Fenway Community Center | 1282 Boylston Street, Boston

West Fens/Northeastern: Sunday, February 11 from 5 – 7 p.m.
Emerald Necklace Conservancy | 125 Fenway, Boston

Back Bay: Monday, February 12 from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
First Church Boston | 66 Marlborough Street, Boston

Allston/Brighton: Tuesday, February 13 from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
All-Bright Community Center | 1285-B Commonwealth Avenue, Boston

Business

Watertown Resident Leading New Physical Therapy Office Opening in Town

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Professional Physical Therapy, operating as ProEx Physical Therapy in the New England area, announced the opening of its newest state-of-the-art clinic at 63 Pleasant Street in Watertown. This new location, just six miles northwest of Boston in Middlesex County, is easily accessible via the Mass Pike and other major highways, as well as public transportation. It is also conveniently located within walking distance of Watertown Square. The clinic will continue the ProEx Promise that values each patients’ time, offers clear communication and personalized treatment in a supportive and comfortable atmosphere. Jess Barsotti, DPT, ATC, a Watertown resident and seasoned ProEx clinician, will serve as Clinical Director in the new Watertown clinic.

Around Town

Group Hosting Dialogue About How Immigration Impacts Our Communities

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A discussion of how immigration into the U.S. impacts communities like Watertown will take place Sunday, hosted by the Watertown Citizens Refugee Support Group. WHEN: Sunday, January 28, 2018, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.

WHERE: Watertown Free Public Library, Watertown Savings Bank Room, 123 Main St, Watertown

Featured Speakers:
Watertown Police Lt. Daniel Unsworth
Internationally renown scholar Dr. Yakir Englander
Watertown Middle School Student Kingian Non-violence Trainer Shivani Sharma
Immigration Attorney Elizabeth Goss
Come join an open, honest conversation about U.S. immigration – its impact on our communities, how to separate fact from fiction, and how to take responsibility for the discourse that surrounds us. Presented by Watertown Citizens Refugee Support Group. http://watertowncitizens.org/, https://www.facebook.com/groups/WatertownCitizensRefugeeSupport/about/