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Information About Delayed Trash Collection in Watertown

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The following announcement was provided by the City of Watertown:

Due to on-going construction, trucks may have a difficult time collecting trash and recycle bins during the expected time. If your street is not collected on your normal day, please leave all full bins materials outside and accessible until they are collected. Trucks will return as soon as they are able to, but it may be the following day. Bins should be at least 3 feet from other bins and cars, ideally in the middle of the driveway to avoid parked cars. Please consider putting bins out the night before your normal collection as well, to help ensure a timely collection in the morning.

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Charles River Food Co-Op Hosting First Annual Meeting

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The following announcement was provided by the Charles River Food Co-op:

Having an annual meeting is a big part of co-op business. It is a chance for us to gather together as a community, hear about what the board is working on, find out about volunteer opportunities, and ask questions. Plus we’ll be announcing the results of this year’s board election. This year’s annual meeting will take place on November 14th at 7:30 p.m. at the Watertown Public Library, in the Watertown Savings Bank Meeting Room. We will also be offering a Zoom option, but we encourage folks to come in person if you can.

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Tacos for a Cause; Discounts for Veterans, First Responders, Educators & Nurses

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One Watertown restaurant will donate money for a good cause, and another will be offering discounts this months to different groups and professions, starting this week with veterans. On Monday, Nov. 20, Condesa Restaurante Mexicano & Tequila Bar at Arsenal Yards will help feed those in need. “We will be donating 10% of our sales from Monday November 20th to the Watertown Food Pantry,” the restaurant announced on Facebook. November is a month of thanks for Taffer’s Tavern.

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Watertown Group Hosting Workshop for Those Looking to Serve on the Human Rights Commission

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The following announcement was provided by World in Watertown:

The City of Watertown is currently seeking applicants to serve on its newly formed Human Rights Commission. The Human Rights Commission will educate the community about human rights, build connections across the City to prevent and address discrimination, and provide support and resources to people who have a human rights complaint. The Human Rights Commission will have nine Commissioners plus liaisons from the Policy Department, the School Department, and the student body. Applications are due on December 8th. Human Rights Commissioners should have experience advocating or working to promote human rights.

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Watertown Veteran’s Day Breakfast Will Honor Members of the Armed Services

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The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Veterans Services Department:

Please let the Watertown Veteran in your life know they’re welcome to attend the Watertown Veterans Day Breakfast at 11 a.m. on November 11th. A brief ceremony will begin at 11, followed by a moment of silence at 11:11 a.m.

Breakfast will be served immediately after. The event will be held at 215 Mt Auburn St. (the Marine Corps League Charles Shutt Detachment)

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LETTER: Candidate’s Post-Election Message to Voters

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David Stokes

Voters of Watertown,

You have spoken, and the results are in! I offer a hearty thanks to each of you who cast a ballot in this election. And many more profound thanks to all the candidates across the ballot, both successful and unsuccessful candidates alike – I know that the run for elected office is trying and can be tumultuous. Although I was unsuccessful in my run for re-election, I am confident that the collective wisdom of the democratic process has provided a robust School Committee going forward. I am grateful for the opportunity that you provided me 4 years ago to serve on the School Committee as your elected representative.

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Watertown Resident Honored for Creating Program Linking Watertown Schools with Local Biotechs

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Merle Kummer

The following announcement was provided by Beth El Tempe Center:

Merle Kummer, President and Founder of CoLAB, was a recipient of the eighth annual Jonathan Jacoby Tikkun Olam Award, granted by the Social Action Committee of Beth El Temple Center in Belmont, MA. “Tikkun olam” is Hebrew for “repairing the world,” and this particular award was created in May 2016 to honor the inspired actions and service of community members. Merle Kummer is an organizational learning professional and community organizer, who conceived and launched CoLAB. The first of its kind, CoLAB is a not-for-profit organization connecting Watertown High School students with local life science companies to encourage student interest in STEM careers – Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math, and build new levels of STEM self-confidence. Collaborating with individuals from academia and biotechnology sectors, Merle has created a unique platform whereby scientist volunteers engage with students in one-on-one and group settings.

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Registration Open for Watertown Recreation’s Winter Programs

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The Watertown Recreation Department Winter I Registration for all offerings has begun, and includes sports, crafts, science and more for children as young as 3 to adults. The sports programs include Junior Mighty Mites and Mighty Mites, for pre-schoolers, and Jr. All Sport and All Sports for elementary school students. Three are volleyball, futsal, and wrestling for students, and adult pickleball, basketball, and volleyball. Plus the Wachusett Ski Program is back for middle and high schoolers. Not into sports, there are crafting classes, a non-bake bonanza, and science programs: Outer Space & Physics Fun, Electricity & Magnetmania, and Code & Control Robo Dozer.