Government

LETTER: Resident Disappointed by How Decision to Remove Trees Was Made

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Dear Mr. Driscoll,

As a resident of Watertown, I am writing to voice my strong displeasure, disappointment, and shock by the recent news that the City of Cambridge has decided to remove several decades-old trees along Linear Park in Watertown, as recently reported in the Watertown Tab {and Watertown News}. These trees, as you no doubt know, provide immense economic, social, and emotional benefits to the residents of our town as well as valuable green space for wildlife. I am not only saddened by the loss of these trees, but am deeply concerned about the way the decision-making process to remove these trees has unfolded over the past several years as Cambridge approached Watertown to inform us of their intent. Local stakeholders were not adequately informed and a clear and community-engaged process was not laid out. My understanding is that the 100 year old water pipe is dug quite deep and is not in danger of tree root infiltration.

Government

Watertown Democrats to Elect Delegates for State Convention

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Registered Democrats in Watertown will be holding a caucus at the Watertown Savings Bank Room of the Watertown Free Public Library on Sunday, March 5 at 1:30 p.m to elect 24 delegates and four alternates to the 2017 Massachusetts Democratic Convention, where Democrats from across Massachusetts will gather to adopt a new Party Platform. The Convention will be held on Saturday, June 3rd at the Tsongas Arena in Lowell. 

“People are excited about politics and want to make a difference. Our caucuses are a great opportunity for those who are interested to get involved,” said Massachusetts Democratic Party Chair Gus Bickford. “Delegates will be voting on our Party Platform in Lowell, and we want to make sure that every Democrat has a voice. This is a time to come together and speak to our shared Democratic values.”

Government

Author Will Discuss U.S. Foreign Policy Under President Trump

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Author and journalist Stephen Kinzer will speak about what kind of U.S. foreign policy we can expect under President Trump at an event at the Watertown Free Public Library. Event: U.S. Foreign Policy: Intervention or Restraint?: What can we expect from President Trump? Stephen Kinzer, author and journalist, will answer these questions when he discusses his new book The True Flag. The talk will be on Tuesday, February 21 at 7 p.m. at the Watertown Free Public Library, 123 Main St., Watertown. Stephen Kinzer is an award-winning foreign correspondent whose articles and books have led the Washington Post to place him “among the best in popular foreign policy storytelling.” He has written books about Central America, Rwanda, Turkey and Iran.

Entertainment

‘Make Way for Duckling’ Event at Watertown Mall During February Break

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The Museum of Fine Arts presents “Make Way For Ducklings Crafts” at the Watertown Mall on Friday, February 24, 2017 from 1-4 p.m.! Join instructors from the Artful Adventures program at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston in exploring, creating, and learning about some of the fascinating pieces of art from around the world. Take a closer look at pictures of art featuring baby animals from the Museum’s collections then use a variety of materials to create your own baby animal puppet to take home! The Museum of Fine Arts has a Ducklings exhibit going on now until June. All ages are welcome.

Around Town

Non-Profit Spotlight on New Repertory Theatre

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{Note, this is the first in a series of features on local non-profit organizations}
By JJ Ramberg
New Repertory Theatre was established to bring the joy of theatre and art to people in the Boston area. Now in its fourth decade, New Repertory Theatre has been known for its electrifying, compelling, and poignant productions, and in a time where it is so important that plays reflect our world and community, New Rep brings us shows that are provocative, intelligent, and entertaining. We must continue to support the work of up-and-coming artists, and New Rep is leading that charge. Like life reflecting art, New Repertory Theatre is committed to bringing new works to the stage. Since 1984, New Rep champions the development, production, and continued life of new plays for the American theatre.

Environment

State Sen. Brownsberger Hosting Discussion on Energy, Climate Legislation

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State Senator Will Brownsberger announced he will host a community discussion on energy and climate legislation filed in the 2017-2018 legislative session. The discussion will be from 2-3:30 p.m. on Saturday, February 18 in the Watertown Savings Bank Meeting Room at the Watertown Public Library, located at 123 Main Street. This event is free and open to the public.

Entertainment

Auditions for Revels’ Christmas Performance Coming to Watertown

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Auditions for the 2017 Christmas Revels, which this year is a celebration of Renaissance Venice, will be held in Watertown in March, the group announced. 2017 Christmas Revels: A Venetian Celebration of the Winter Solstice

Directed by Patrick Swanson; Megan Henderson, music director

Auditions: Sunday, March 5  & Monday, March 6, 4-6 p.m. children, 7-9 p.m. adults

WHERE:  Grace Vision Church, 80 Mt. Auburn Street, Watertown, MA

Revels seeks a diverse and talented volunteer chorus of adults and children (ages 7-12) to join our family for 18 performances of The Christmas Revels at Harvard University’s Sanders Theatre in Cambridge, Dec. 8-27, 2017. While Revels uses a number of professional performers in its productions, its volunteer chorus of adults and children are at its core.