Charity

Upstage Lung Cancer Presents Cabaret Fundraiser at Mosesian Center

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The following announcement was provided by Upstage Lung Cancer:

Kicking off its 10th anniversary celebration of utilizing the performing arts to raise awareness for the fight against lung cancer, Upstage Lung Cancer (ULC) presents a one-night-only cabaret concert benefitBarbra, Bette & Bernadette, on Tuesday, October 23, 7:30 pm at the Mosesian Center for the Arts, 321 Arsenal Street, Watertown. The event is open to the public, a pre-concert silent auction begins at 6 pm.  Presented in partnership with the LUNGevity Foundation, all proceeds from the performance support the critically important cause of early lung cancer detection research. A high-spirited evening of music making and storytelling, Barbra, Better & Bernadette honors the voices of Barbra Streisand, Bette Midler and Bernadette Peters, three iconic female performing artists.  The concert salutes the towering, talented trio of beloved and powerful singers who have transformed today’s popular music, leaving an indelible mark on the world of entertainment. Notably, all three women performed the role of Dolly Levi in the Broadway musical Hello Dolly, a powerful, charismatic and determined woman with heart.

Entertainment

Museum of Science Hosting Children’s Event at Watertown Mall

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The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Mall:

The Watertown Mall, located at 550 Arsenal Street, Watertown, will host the Super Cold Science exhibit brought to you by the Museum of Science. Come and learn about the changes in substances as they go through a dramatic change in temperature. This program investigates the science of cold with several fun demonstrations. This is a great opportunity to ask questions and get involved and learn how to use science to answer questions such as “What is this substance?!”
This event will take place August 17, 2018 at 11:00 a.m.

The Museum of Science has many incredible traveling programs including live animals, planetariums, and hands-on workshops throughout New England. For about 180 years, the Museum of Science has evolved to meet the needs of society and has become one of Boston’s leading cultural institutions.

Entertainment

Local Church Hosts 17th Annual Magic and Songs on the Lawn

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Belmont-Watertown Methodist Church invites you to the 17th annual Magic and Song on the Lawn! The church is located at 421 Common St, Belmont. Aug 17, 7:00-8:15 p.m.

The show will feature Belmont’s own Mike Bent and his Abrakidabra Magic Show and acclaimed children’s recording artist Wayne Potash. Everyone is welcome; the show is appropriate for children of all ages! Free admission, free refreshments.

Entertainment

New Entertainment, Food and Drink Offerings Coming to 2018 Faire on the Square

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Visitors of this year’s Faire on the Square will see some changes, including new rides, entertainers, food truck and — organizers hope — beer and wine. The 2018 Faire is the 20th annual Town celebration. It will be held on Sept. 22 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and will once again take place around Town Hall. In an effort to liven the event, organizers have brought in some new elements.

Entertainment

Family Movie Night This Friday Hosted by the Watertown Police, Recreation Departments

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This week’s Family Movie Night, hosted by the Watertown Police & Recreation Departments, features Peter Rabbit. The Town sent out the following announcement:

Please join us… Friday, August 10
6:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

The festivities will be held outside in the park at 552 Main St, behind the police station

6:30 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.: Games, Face Painting, Balloons, Popcorn, Pizza, Snow Cone Bus & Refreshments

6:45 p.m.-7:45 p.m.: Live Music Lenka Zbruz
8:15 p.m.: The Movie Peter Rabbit will begin! Watertown Elementary students, bring your friends and family for a night of fun and excitement! Please park in the front lot of the police station!

Around Town

August at the Library: Crafts, Small Business Tips, Computer Classes and (of Course) Reading

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August is filled with activities at the Watertown Library, with activities for kids and adults, cooking demonstrations, classes and more. Watertown Free Public Library provided the following information about events at this month:

C.R.A.F.T.: Collage Coasters*

Sunday 8/26 | 3 p.m.
Lucia Mastrangelo Room
CRAFT is a series of free DIY workshops for adults. We will provide supplies and instruction for you to Create Random Amazing Free Things. Bring your friends for an afternoon of inspiration, fun, and creativity. This month we’ll be making collage coasters!

Belmont Savings

Belmont Savings Sponsoring Two Upcoming Watertown Summer Concerts

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The following announcement was provided by Belmont Savings Bank:
Belmont Savings Bank announced today it is sponsoring this year’s Watertown Concert Series on Aug. 2 and 16. This is the first year that the bank is sponsoring the program. Each program will take place at Saltonstall Park in Watertown, beginning at 6:30 pm. (The performances should conclude around 8 p.m.).

Entertainment

Watertown Cable Celebrating 85 Years Since Debut of Popeye the Sailor

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The following information was provided by Fred Grandinetti, host of Watertown Cable’s Drawing With Fred:

The Watertown Channel will be honoring the animated film debut of Popeye the Sailor with a special.Eighty-five years ago, on July 14, 1933, the sailor man jumped on stage to dance the hula with Betty Boop. Over 500 animated cartoons followed for both motion picture and television screens. Today the sailor has millions of followers on face book located at https://www.facebook.com/Popeye/

The special will feature cartoons which originally appeared on the big screen. These titles include, “I’m In the Army Now” (1935), “I Never Changes My Altitude” (1937) and “With Poopdeck Pappy” (1940). Here is the program’s schedule during the remainder of July and through August:
Sunday- 7:00 a.m. and 8:30 p.m.
Tuesday- 3:00 p.m.
Thursday-6:30 p.m.
Saturday- 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.