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Watertown Police Offering Free Kits for Drivers With Autism or Who are Neurodivergent

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The Watertown Police recently added a new resource for neurodivergent people and their families that could help prevent misunderstandings and even tragedies. The WPD has joined the Blue Envelope program. The program was started a few years ago by the Massachusetts State Police, and the kits are now available at the Watertown Police Station, said Watertown Police Officer Devon Shatkin. “It’s essentially fostering safer relationships between individuals with autism who are drivers on the road and police officers,” Shatkin said. ” So, we’ve seen a much increased frequency of those type of interactions, and they can be difficult, dangerous, stressful.

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Vendors Wanted for Watertown Senior Services’ Annual Health Fair

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The following announcement was provided by the City of Watertown:

We’re calling all local health, wellness, nutrition, home care, fitness, and social service organizations to participate as vendors in this exciting event. This year’s Senior Health & Wellness Fair will focus on Brain Health and Wellness — an engaging and educational afternoon dedicated to understanding, preventing, and supporting brain health across all stages of aging. Vendor Highlights:

• Tables are absolutely free! • You’re requested to bring an engaging activity to delight and educate our seniors and a gift bag to be raffled off at the event — think interactive demos, short games, or 5-minute presentations. • Share your marketing materials, free resources, or product samples to showcase your services.

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Watertown Group Hosting Presentation on Promoting Inclusion, Resisting Censorship

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The following announcement was provided by Watertown Citizens for Peace Justice and the Environment:

The public is invited to a presentation sponsored by the Peace and Common Security Working Group of Watertown Citizens for Peace Justice and the Environment on Thursday, Oct. 30 at 6 p.m. at the Church of the Good Shepherd, 9 Russell Ave. Featured speakers will be representatives of Together for an Inclusive Massachusetts (TIM).Sana Fadel from TIM and Jill Charney from SAWA:Newton-Area Alliance for Peace and Justice will present and discuss TIM’s guiding principles and areas of focus,and how its work seeks to counter efforts statewide and nationally to stifle free speech including criticism of the State of Israel. They will also offer ways people can get involved.

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Second Meeting on Future of Walker Pond Coming Soon

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The City of Watertown wants to hear from residents about how they want the newest open space parcel to be used. A meeting about the future of Walker Pond was held in August to gather input and the City will host the second meeting on Nov. 6. See information provided by the City, below. Please join the City of Watertown at the second meeting for the future Walker Pond Park on Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 6 p.m. at the Jewish Community Day School, located at 57 Stanley Avenue in Watertown.

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Watertown Podcast Hosting “Little Local Holiday Giveaway!”

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The Little Local Conversations podcast is hosted by Watertown’s Matt Hanna. In the series, Hanna discovers and connects the people, places, stories, and ideas of Watertown. Through Nov. 26, people who become “little local friends” are eligible to win prizes from Watertown businesses and venues. See details below.

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Trick or Treat at City Hall and the Watertown Library

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The City of Watertown invites children to visit two City buildings for some trick-or-treating on Oct. 28. See more information in the announcement from the City of Watertown, below. Watertown children are invited to come Trick or Treat at City Hall, located at 149 Main Street, and at the Watertown Free Public Library at 123 Main Street, on Tuesday October 28, 2025, from 5:00-6:30 p.m. This is a free event. Come see how different staff members have decorated on their office doors and collect candy the staff will be handing out.

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Breaking the Silence on Domestic Violence, Free Community Event Features Sheriff, Legal Experts

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Panelists for Breaking the Silence on Domestic Violence, clockwise from top left: Wendy Murphy, Peter Koutoujian, Rita Cleary, and Lauren Nackel. Domestic violence can strike any community, illustrated recently by the double murder/suicide in Watertown that took the lives of a young mother and an elderly friend. The community is invited to a free Domestic Violence Awareness Month event in Watertown. The event aims to break the silence and create a safe space for education, dialogue, and access to resources and support. See more details in the announcement from the Armenian Relief Society Cambridge “Shushi” Chapter and the Brahma Kumaris Meditation Center

This Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Armenian Relief Society Cambridge “Shushi” Chapter and the Brahma Kumaris Meditation Center are joining forces to host a free community event Breaking the Cycle of Domestic Violence: Awareness, Understanding, and Resources on Monday, Oct.