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Watertown Groups Holding Vigil for Indigenous People, George Floyd

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A vigil in July hosted by the Kingian Response Team. The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Citizens for Black Lives and the Kingian Response Team. UPDATE: Due to heavy rain forecast through this evening, the candlelight vigil for Black lives and Indigenous people that was planned for today is postponed until next Tuesday, October 20th. Candlelight Vigil Tuesday, Oct. 13, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Sponsored by Watertown Citizens for Black Lives and the Kingian Response Team.

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Learn About Putting on a Wedding During the Pandemic

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Watertown’s Commander’s Mansion will show people how they can hold a wedding during COVID-19 at “Gossip!” The event will be held Wednesday, Oct. 28 from 6-8 p.m. Tickets are $20 per person, and include “nibbles and sips.” The Commander’s Mansion sent out the following information:

You will walk through a micro wedding at the Commander’s Mansion as if you were a guest. Experience all the components of a wedding day — ceremony, cocktails and reception — and hear from industry professionals along the way.

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Watertown Community Foundation Hosting Online Trivia Night

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The Watertown Community Foundation sent out a save the date for the annual Townwide Trivia Night. The Trivia Night be happening again this year, but it will be done virtually. It will take place on Friday, Nov. 20 beginning at 7 p.m. and participants will will join via Zoom from the comfort of their homes. Teams can join for $50, and there are a maximum of six people per team.

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Town Running Flu Clinics, Offering Walk Through & Drive Through Options

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Watertown Town Hall

The Watertown Health Department will be running flu clinics. Residents can attend walk through or drive through clinics. The Health Department provided the following information:

When going to get a flu vaccine during COVID-19,  it is essential you follow all the protective protocols; wear a mask/face covering, social distance and must be COVID-19 free for a minimum of three days. Watertown Health Department recommends children from 6 months to 14 years go to their pediatrician for their vaccines. 

You can obtain a Flu Vaccine Insurance Form at the Town Hall, customer service window on Thaxter Street side or the Lower Hearing Room next to the park. 

Watertown Flu Vaccine Clinics For Watertown Residents 15 and Older

Drive Thru Dates: Saturday, October 10th, 9am‐ 2pmSaturday, November 7th, 9am‐ 2pm

Walk Thru Dates For residents 65+:

Saturday, October 10th, 9am‐12pmSaturday, October 24th, 9am‐12pm

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/flu-vaccine-clinic-drive-thru-tickets-118961291425

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/flu-vaccine-walk-in-clinic-tickets-120442477693

For more information and required forms please visit: https://www.watertown-ma.gov/1019/Seasonal-Influenza-and-Clinicsor call the Health Department at 617-972-6446

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Congresswoman Clark Condemns Attacks on Armenians by Azerbaijan

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Flag of Artsakh

Recent attacks on ethnic Armenians by Azerbaijan were called “reprehensible” by Congresswoman Katherine Clark, whose district includes Watertown. The fighting began Sunday in the area known as Artsakh (formerly Nagorno-Karabakh), an area of mostly ethnic Armenians. The area was placed within the borders of Azerbaijan when it was part of the Soviet Union, but is governed by ethnic Armenians as the Republic of Artsakh. Tensions have been ongoing for three decades and there was a six-year military conflict from 1988-94, according to the Wall Street Journal. Clark called out Azerbaijan for violating the ceasefire and called for suspending military aid to Azerbaijan.

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Farmers Market Organizers Pleased with Turnout, Look to Extend Access to Fresh Produce

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With the pandemic shutdown in full force, the organizers of the Watertown Farmers Market had to consider whether they should host the weekly market in 2020 and, if so, how they could do it safely and whether people would come out. As the season nears its end, organizers are pleased with how the market turned out. Stephanie Venizelos, the Town’s Community Wellness Program Manager and Farmers Market Manager, said the market at Saltonstall Park got a good crowd every Wednesday over the summer and into the fall. “No one knew what to anticipate. We’ve been bringing in 500-700 people a week.

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Upcoming Virtual Events at the Watertown Senior Center

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Watertown Senior Center

The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department:

The Watertown Council on Aging/Senior Center has been offering fitness, art and discussion programs via ZOOM! Please call the Senior Center at (617) 972-6490 for program information and ZOOM access. Mondays

10:00 AM, Art Class with Dawn Scaltreto

12:30 PM, Chair Yoga with Diane

Tuesdays

12:30 PM, Tai Chi and Meditation with Marie

2:00 PM, Line Dancing with Bradley

Tuesday, 9/13 at 9:30 AM, Zoom Travel to Armenia

Tuesday, 10/27 at 10:00 AM, Public Safety Coffee Hour

Wednesdays

11:00 AM, Exercise with Joanna

Wednesday, 10/7 at 10:00 AM, Annual MEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT Presentation

Wednesday, 10/7 at 2:00 PM, American Music Experience: From Abolition to Civil Rights, Part 1

Wednesday, 10/14, 9:30 AM, Book Club

Wednesday, 10/21, 10:00 AM, Readers Advisory Group

Wednesday, 10/21, American Music Experience: From Abolition to Civil Rights, Part 2

Thursdays

9:00 AM, Pilates

10:30 AM, Conversation with Tom; Senior Center member Tom Lewis leads this informal discussion group. Current events and issues pertaining to aging well are discussed. Thursday, 10/15, 1:30 PM, Walk at Common Street Cemetery

Thursday, 10/22, 2:00 PM, Tree Talk with Carol Smith BerneyFridays

12:00 PM, Seated Strength and Balance with Pearl.

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Watertown Group Hosting Discussion on Charter Review Process

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The Charles River from Watertown Square

A newly formed group will host a discussion on the once-a-decade review of Watertown’s Town Charter — the document that lays out how the town’s government works. Watertown Forward will host a virtual discussion on Saturday, Oct. 3 from 3-4:15 p.m. The meeting kicks off the group’s effort, which is intended to inform and bring a voice to residents about the Charter Review process. Attendees can learn more about the group and how to get involved. Town officials review the Charter every 10 years, and the 2020 Charter Review process will begin this fall.