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Calling Artists of All Ages to Design a New Watertown Cultural District Logo

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Charlie BreitroseThe Charles River. The Watertown Cultural District, in partnership with the Watertown Free Public Library, is excited to announce a logo contest as one of its first official initiatives! The new logo will be featured on all Watertown Cultural District collateral and highlighted on the new WCD Website. In addition to public recognition, a fabulous grand prize package with an amazing assortment of items will be awarded to the lucky winner including tickets to upcoming performances with Actors Shakespeare Project and Watertown Children’s Theatre at the Mosesian Center for the Arts, gift cards from local restaurants, and more! 

Up to three (3) graphic designs from artists of all ages who live, work, or play in Watertown will be accepted online through OpenGov: https://watertownma.viewpointcloud.com/categories/1085

The Watertown Cultural District Logo Contest closes on February 23, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. and the winner will be selected on March 10, 2025. Many thanks to the Watertown Free Public Library for its partnership coordinating WCD’s Logo Contest initiative! About the Watertown Cultural District

Designated by the Mass Cultural Council, the Watertown Cultural District creates an enriching and vibrant arts and culture destination for those who live, work, or play in Watertown. The Cultural District is key to energizing Watertown Square by providing an environment that nurtures and supports creativity and artistic expression.

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Gold Kings Hockey Team Hosting Puck Cancer Night in Watertown

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The Boston Gold Kings, a semi-pro hockey team based in Watertown, will host Puck Cancer Night at John A. Ryan Arena on Feb. 8 at 7:35 p.m. See details below. On February 8th*, we will be skating to support survivors, previvors, stage 4 thrivers, and caregivers impacted by breast and gynecologic cancers. With your help, we can raise awareness and funds to support and improve the experiences of the cancer community. Half of all proceeds raised will be donated to The Breasties to help fund programming events, educational resources, and stage 4 breast cancer research.

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Watertown Fitness Studio Hosting Galentine’s Event

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On Feb. 13, 2025, Get Lively Health and Fitness will host its annual Galentine’s Workout Party. This year the theme is 80s Prom Style. Get Lively provided the following details:

WHAT: Annual Galentine’s Workout Party: 80s Prom Style

WHEN: February 13, 2025, 6:30 p.m.

Join us for what has become an annual favorite with the Lively Crew! Our Annual Galentine’s Workout Party is coming in hot this year with an 80s Prom theme!  Yes, that means you are welcome to bust out that old prom dress, bridesmaids dress, heck, pop on your wedding gown – or just show up in your favorite workout duds – and get ready to rock out and sway to 80s dance floor classics!

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Police Chief Makes Statement on Immigration Policy, Housing Group Honored at 25th Annual Watertown Unity Breakfast

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The Watertown Unity Breakfast celebrated 25 years in 2025. The wood disc was used during the table discussions about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Principles of Nonviolence. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

Nearly 500 people packed the Hellenic Center for the 25th annual Watertown Unity Breakfast, a celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy. During the event, a group that advocates for affordable housing was honored, and Watertown’s Police Chief made a statement about the WPD’s stance on enforcing federal immigration policy. Monday’s Unity Breakfast, organized by World in Watertown, was the first one held in person since the COVID-19 Pandemic.

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LETTER: Former Councilor Weighs in on Winter Parking Ban

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(The original letter was sent to the City Council)

Dear Councilors:

Does everyone understand that Watertown’s Traffic Rules and Orders (TROs) also assist in managing the number of vehicles in our neighborhoods? TROs are used to allow for safe, fair and equitable use of public ways by all Watertown inhabitants and visitors. Public ways were not intended to be unrestricted, free, public parking lots for the masses. Hence, the two-hour citywide parking restrictions, unless otherwise posted. And, enforcement of the “No All Night Parking” regulation during the winter season.

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25th Watertown Unity Breakfast to be Held on MLK Day, Start Pushed Back

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UPDATE (Jan. 19, 4 p.m.) Organizers of Watertown’s MLK Unity Breakfast announced that Monday’s event is still on, but the start time is being delayed one hour so people have time to dig out from Sunday’s snowstorm. The breakfast is now at 9:30 a,m. and the program will start at 10 a.m.

The following announcement was provided by the World in Watertown:

World in Watertown is thrilled to invite you to the 25th annual Watertown Unity Breakfast on January 20, 2025 from 8:30-11 a.m.! 

This year will be in-person at the Hellenic Cultural Center, 25 Bigelow Ave., Watertown. A hot breakfast from Wicked Bagel will be served at 8:30 a.m. followed by music, roundtable conversations, student essays, and the presentation of the Unity Award.

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City Facilities Closed on MLK Jr. Day, Trash Pick Up to be Delayed

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Charlie BreitroseA closeup of the section of the Kingian Nonviolence Mural featuring Martin Luther King. Monday is Martin Luther King Day, and multiple City of Watertown buildings will be closed for the holiday, and trash pickup will be impacted. See the announcement from the City below. Watertown City Hall, Parker Annex, Library, Department of Public Works office and Senior Center are closed on Monday, January 20, 2025, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday. Please be aware that there is a one delay for trash and recycling pickup for the week due to the holiday.