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Longtime dining destination, Not Your Average Joe’s, will be closing after more than a quarter century in Watertown Square. The last day for the Watertown location is Feb. 11, 2026, according to Sara Murtagh, Regional Director of Operations for Not Your Average Joe’s. “This is very sad for us as this is our oldest NYAJoe’s,” Murtagh said. “We have loved being a part of this community and have a lot of amazing memories.”
A pair of single family homes were sold this week in town. 7 French St., $799,000, 3 bedroom 2 bathroom 1,568 sq. ft. Single Family
33 Capitol St., $810,000, 4 bedroom 2 bathroom 2,019 sq. ft.
The Charles River Regional Chamber sent a letter about anticipated immigration enforcement efforts in the Boston area, and included guidance for businesses and information about immigration policies. See the letter written by Chamber President & CEO Greg Reibman, below. To our members:
Our chamber firmly believes in abiding by all federal, state and local laws. However, those laws include individual protections, rights and due process that we believe must also be followed. This afternoon, I’m writing to share with you timely information related to immigration provided to us by the Massachusetts Law Reform Institute, as well as the office of Attorney General Andrea Campbell, that may be important to you, your employees and others in your circle.
Plenty of open houses to check out in town this weekend. 132 Palfrey St., $995,000, 5 bedroom 3 bathroom 2,718 sq. ft. Single Family, Open houses: Saturday, Jan. 24 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM Sunday, Jan.
The following announcement was provided by Artemis Yoga:
Artemis Yoga is inviting the local community to an Open House on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, from 1 to 3 p.m. at its Watertown studio. The afternoon will feature a series of free in-studio yoga classes, along with raffles, giveaways, local treats, and special in-studio offers. Located at 639 Mt. Auburn St., Artemis Yoga is a locally owned, independent yoga studio that recently marked its 10th year in Watertown, having opened its doors in 2015.
Three condos and a pair of two-family homes were sold this week. 290 Pleasant St. APT 220, $585,000, 1 bedroom 1 bathroom 1,309 sq. ft. Condo
19 Chauncey St., $1,275,000, 1 bedroom 1 bathroom 3,223 sq.
Nearly 20 properties are hosting open houses in Watertown this week. 7 Melville Ter. #2, $950,000, 3 bedroom 3 bathroom 1,718 sq. ft. Condo, Open houses: Friday, Jan.
The Charles River Regional Chamber will host the Annual Real Estate Forum: What’s next in the fight for housing on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 9-11:30 a.m. at UMass Amherst Charles River Campus, Newton (formerly Mount Ida). See the announcement from the Chamber below. When the MBTA Communities Act became law in 2021, it marked the most significant zoning reform in Massachusetts in decades — opening the door to new housing production across eastern Massachusetts. But no one believed it would solve the housing crisis on its own.Four years later, the pressure hasn’t eased.
Watertown Business Coalition’s first event of 2026 focuses on rebranding your business or organization. The event at Atelier Sociale includes and opportunity to get your headshot taken by a professional photographer. See more details in the announcement from the WBC and the City’s Events Team, below. Start the new year strong with the WBC! Ready to refresh your online presence?
