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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.
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.
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.
The following announcement was provided by the AWWA:
The Armenian Women’s Welfare Association (AWWA), a nonprofit health care organization dedicated to serving elders locally and internationally, and the sponsor organization of the Armenian Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, today announced an expanded senior leadership team at the top-rated skilled nursing center with the appointment of two experienced administrators: Greg Messina, Chief Operating Officer, and Jessica Brigham, Executive Director. Messina and Brigham each bring more than a decade of health care experience to the 83-bed, nonprofit provider of high-quality long-term care and short-term rehabilitation. Messina will guide the Armenian Nursing & Rehabilitation Center’s strategic and planning initiatives, including the development of new services and programs, oversight of finances and collaboration with key health care partners. Brigham will lead the day-to-day operations, including the clinical care of patients and residents, management of staff, and communication with families. “With these important leadership appointments and our continued commitment to strengthen our programs, we are well positioned to grow our mission of providing high-quality, person-centered care to the communities we serve,” said Martha Mensoian, President of the AWWA Board of Directors. “Greg and Jessica bring new ideas and a record of success in running a long-term care center, which will serve us well in these quickly evolving times.”
Messina previously served as a regional administrator for Whittier Health Network, a group of acute rehabilitation hospitals and subacute rehabilitation and nursing homes in Massachusetts. Prior to becoming a licensed nursing home administrator, he had a career in business and marketing. Messina earned a bachelor’s degree in history and an MBA from the University of Massachusetts Boston. “I am thrilled to join a nonprofit organization with such a rich history in serving its beneficiaries both locally and internationally, and a strong tradition of collaboration in health care with Boston’s world-renowned medical centers,” Messina said. “I look forward to bringing my experience in managing multiple skilled nursing facilities and helping our team build toward the future.”
Brigham has served as the licensed nursing home administrator for several nursing homes in Greater Boston, most recently as executive director of Brighton House Rehabilitation & Nursing Center. Prior to these leadership roles, she worked for many years as a nurse and nursing director in health care and in long-term care centers. Brigham earned a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Simmons University in Boston and is a registered nurse. “I am excited to return to a nonprofit health care setting and to guide the high quality care and services that the Armenian Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is well known for providing,” said Brigham.
A restaurant coming to Arsenal Yards will be hosting a hiring fair, and is offering signing bonuses. Kura Revolving Sushi Bar sent out the following information:
New Restaurant Opening – Kura Revolving Sushi Bar – Arsenal Yards, 130 Arsenal St., Watertown. Hiring Fair Monday, March 14 through Saturday, March 19
Hiring for all positions: Servers, BOH – Line Cooks, and Dishwashers
Competitive Pay + Tips! Hiring on the spot! $750.00 Sign on bonus!
Watertown LibraryWatertown Library staff show off the new lockers available to patrons. They can be accessed 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The Watertown Library provided the following announcement:
Lockers at the Library? That’s right. The Watertown Free Public Library (WFPL) is launching a new outdoor pickup option which will make it easier for anyone to pick up materials twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.
The lights on the trees on the Columbus Delta in Watertown Square will shine blue and yellow on March 13 in honor of the Day of Solidarity for the People of Ukraine. The City Council approved the proclamation on March 8 supporting Ukraine and said that the Russian military forces and President Vladimir Putin violated international law by invading the country. The proclamation reads, in part: “As the Ukrainian People face this unprovoked invasion of their country, we commend their strength, courage, and bravery in their fight for freedom; and, Watertown stands and offers support and solidarity to our neighbors with Ukrainian roots.”
See the details below:
Proclamation
WHEREAS: Ukraine has been a sovereign and independent country since the collapse of the former Soviet Union; and,
WHEREAS: The United States and Ukraine share common values, including freedom, democracy, and the rule of law; and
WHEREAS: At the direction of President Vladimir Putin, Russian forces have invaded Ukraine in violation of international law; and
WHEREAS: As the Ukrainian People face this unprovoked invasion of their country, we commend their strength, courage, and bravery in their fight for freedom; and,
WHEREAS: Watertown stands and offers support and solidarity to our neighbors with Ukrainian roots; and,
WHEREAS: Furthermore, the good people of Watertown hope for a swift end to this senseless violence in Ukraine whose people want to live their lives peacefully; and,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT PROCLAIMED: That the City of Watertown hereby proclaims Sunday, March 13, 2022, as
DAY OF SOLIDARITY FOR THE PEOPLE OF UKRAINEAnd further, the trees in the heart of Watertown will illuminate with the colors of Ukraine, Blue and Gold.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have here unto set our hand and caused the Great Seal of the City of Watertown to be affixed on this 8th day of March 2022
Mark S. Sideris, Council President
Designs for the proposed improvements to Irving Park. The project will be presented to the Community Preservation Committee. The City of Watertown sent out the following information:
The Community Preservation Committee (CPC) is evaluating project applications for Community Preservation Act (CPA) funding and applicants are presenting their projects to the Committee in the areas of outdoor recreation and community housing.
The Irving Park improvements will be presented on March 16, and the next day the affordable housing for people with special needs on Nichols Avenue will come before the CPC. View the Irving Park project application and proposed design. Join the presentation on Wednesday, March 16, 2022 at 7PM.