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James DeMarco grew up in Watertown and became a goaltender at age 5. It’s his life’s passion to stand between the pipes and keep the puck out of the net. Combining this with the love of cartooning, Small Saves emerged in 1991 and took on a life of his own. “To play goal–then come home and draw Small Saves — is my ideal definition of a good day.”
Santa Claus was busy Thursday night at the Commander’s Mansion Christmas Celebration. The Commander’s Mansion decked the halls for the annual Christmas Celebration on Thursday night. Lights decorated the Commander’s Mansion inside and out. The line to visit Santa Claus stretched out the door, through the upstairs hallway and into two more rooms. Visitors could also spend time with Mrs. Claus. Dancers from Ballroom in Boston performed for the attendees of the Commander’s Mansion.
The HolidAY Tent is now open at Arsenal Yards. Special family events will be hosted at the tent, located outside Shake Shack. Just in time for the season, Arsenal Yards announced the opening of The HolidAY Tent, where special events will be held, including visits with Santa, the characters from Frozen and The Grinch! The new addition to the renovated mall sits just outside the recently opened Shake Shack. Arsenal Yards sent out the following announcement:
Baby it’s cold outside.
Branch Line restaurant will team with Ballroom in Boston for a Dance & Dine event on Sunday, Dec. 8
The event begins at 10 a.m. Organizers sent out the following information:
Get the holiday season started with a fun, beginner-friendly salsa & tango dance class followed by a delicious brunch at Branch Line! No partner necessary, although the more the merrier, so bring all of your friends! To reserve your spot in the free dance class, email your name and phone number to info@ballroominboston.com.
Santa Claus waved from the middle of his adoring fans at the Watertown Tree Lighting Celebration. The Holiday Spirit will be in full swing this week in Watertown with a couple of events for people to enjoy. Thursday night, from 5 p.m. to 7:30 pm. the Commander’s Mansion, located at 440 Talcott Ave. will host a Christmas Celebration.
The Watertown Mall announced its annual lineup of holiday concerts, as well as a free blood pressure screening. Holiday Performances
The Watertown Mall is proud to present the holiday performance list for the 2019 season. Groups of local middle, elementary and high schoolers will perform through the month of December. For more information regarding performances, please visit our website at www.watertown-mall.com. Holiday Performance Calendar
December 4 at 9:30 a.m.: Lincoln Middle School
December 5 at 6:00 p.m.: Boston University Academy
December 7 at 1:00 p.m.: Watertown Children’s Theatre
December 12 at 5 p.m.: Lexington High School Madrigal Singers
December 13 at 11 a.m.: Watertown Middle & High School Orchestra
December 15 at 2:00 p.m.: Boston Neighborhood Children’s Theatre
December 16 at 4:00 p.m.: Miss Maria’s School of Dance
December 17 at 4:00 p.m.: Belmont High Madrigal Singers
December 17 at 5:30 p.m.: Miss Maria’s School of Dance
December 18 at 5:30 p.m.: Miss Maria’s School of Dance
December 19 at 4:00 p.m.: Belmont High Madrigal Singers
December 19 at 5:30 p.m.: Miss Maria’s School of Dance
December 20 at 12 p.m.: Belmont Hill School
December 20 at 2:00 p.m.: Watertown Middle School
December 21 at 10 a.m.: Miss Maria’s School of Dance
December 22 at 12:30 p.m.: Watertown Senior Center Mellowtones.
Perkins School for the Blind will host two holiday concerts. Perkins School for the Blind will host a pair of Holiday Concerts. See the announcement below. The Perkins Student Chorus, Chamber Singers, Music Makers, Handbell Ensemble, Instrumental Ensemble and vocal soloists will celebrate the season with a beautiful mix of choral, orchestral and instrumental works from around the world. Both concerts are free, open to the public and wheelchair accessible.
See what’s happening at the Watertown Free Public Library’s Hatch Makerspace in December. Hatch provided the following information:
Holiday Craft Drop-InsNeed some last-minute holiday gifts or stocking stuffers? We’ll have three Saturday sessions in December to make gift tags, votives and more! Come anytime during 1-3PM on 12/8, 12/15, or 12/22
Workshop spotlight: Art Studio – Creature LabBring your imaginary creature to life! Whether it’s a cute critter or a terrifying monster, all are welcome. More about the artist: www.smrth.net
Drop-Ins
Drop-ins are weekly themed sessions that are designed to give you insight into the subject matter.