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Share Your Photos and Stories With as Part of the Watertown Library’s Local History Project

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The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Library:

The Watertown Free Public Library’s Local History Collection includes photographs and artifacts dating back to the city’s founding, but there is a problem — there exists very little record of what happened in Watertown during your lifetime. That’s why the Watertown Free Public Library (WFPL) is embarking on a mission to collect stories and images from Watertown’s recent history, from 1950 to the present day, to preserve them in the Local History Collection. “When people in the future try to figure out what happened in Watertown in the 1980s, 90s, or recently, what will they find?” asks Local History Librarian Caroline Littlewood. “That’s up to us. We are experts on our own experiences, and our own personal histories.

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Youth in Grades 6-12 Can Learn About TV Production at WCA-TV Workshop

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The following information was provided by Watertown Cable Access TV:

WCA-TV invites youth grades 6 through 12 to participate in our first ever youth TV Production workshop! Learn all the steps to creating a television show from start to finish. In this workshop, students will put together a script, learn how to use our studio and control room equipment, and perform and produce a show from a topic of their choosing. The workshop will take place April 19th, 20th, and 21st from 12pm to 3pm. Enrollment is open through April 15th and will be on a first come, first served basis.

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Five Years Later, Memory of Fallen Watertown Firefighter Lives in Colleagues’ Hearts

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Charlie BreitroseWatertown Firefighters place a wreath at the memorial to Joseph Toscano, who died fighting a fire five years ago. March 17, 2017 was one of the darkest days for the Watertown Fire Department. They lost a beloved colleague, Joseph Toscano, during the aftermath of a fire on Merrifield Avenue. On Thursday, Watertown Firefighters showed up in large numbers to remember Joe on the fifth anniversary of his death. Current and former WFD personnel, on-duty and off, lined up several rows deep at the corner of Merrifield and Bigelow avenues at the time of his passing to salute Toscano.

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Watertown Tab Ending Print Edition, Continuing Online

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A screenshot from the Watertown Tab’s website on wickedlocal.com

Watertown’s lone remaining print newspaper, the Watertown Tab, will cease printing newspapers, and leaves the City with no print newspaper for the first time since (at least) the late 1800s. Subscribers to the Tab’s email news briefing received the following noticed Thursday morning. “The Watertown Tab will cease publishing a print newspaper and will instead exclusively offer news online at www.wickedlocal.com/watertowntab, on social media, via digital newsletters and other platforms.” The parent company, Gannett, made similar announcements about the Newton Tab and Needham Times. The Watertown Tab & Press is the amalgamation of some of Watertown’s historic newspapers.

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Watertown Community Foundation Introduces New Board Members

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The following information was provided by the Watertown Community Foundation:

The Watertown Community Foundation (WCF) announces the appointment of three new members to its Board of Directors. Joining the board are Watertown residents Eileen Hsu-Balzer, Felicia Sullivan, and Donna Tuccinardi. “We are delighted to welcome our newest board members and partners as we broaden our reach into the community. Each brings experience, energy, and dedication to our mission of building and sustaining a vibrant, close-knit community,” said David Siegel, WCF co-president. Eileen Hsu-Balzer is a long time Watertown resident with deep ties and commitment to the community, including as a current board member of the Watertown Boys and Girls Club and Springwell, a 24 year tenure as a Watertown School Committee member, Co-founder and past-Producer of the Summer Concert Series and more.

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Watertown Police Fun Run Returns in 2022, See How to Join

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The Watertown Police Department announced the return of the WPD Finish Strong 5K after a two-year break. The event will be held on Sunday, May 22. There will be a few changes, including the location of the start/finish line. This year it will begin at one of the new eateries at Arsenal Yards. The Watertown Police sent out the following announcement:

Calling all runners, walkers, and spectators.

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Young Professionals Invited to Networking and Whiskey Tasting Event

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The Watertown Business Coalition is hosting a Young Professionals Networking and Whiskey Tasting on Thursday, March 24. The event is from 6-8 p.m. at Gordon’s Fine Wines & Liquors in Arsenal Yards, 92 Arsenal Yards Blvd. Sample some whiskey and enjoy snacks provided by Roche Bros. Recent grads, new residents/employees are all welcome! 

The event is free, but space is limited and tickets are required. RSVP by clicking here.

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YardArt 2022 is Here, Join a Walking Tour of the Exhibits

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The Deluxe Town Diner is taking part in YardArt 2022. The following information was provided by YardArt:

The YardArt 2022 exhibition is now open for viewing! Beginning March 4, neighbors throughout Watertown are displaying a variety of artful projects on their front yards and porches. Take a walk, ride a bike with friends, or stroll with family to see some of the ‘homegrown creativity’ in Watertown. The citywide exhibit runs through April 3rd.