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Watertown Mall, Health Department Host Monthly Blood Pressure Screenings

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Judy, an active member of the Watertown Mall’s Walking Club is shown with Wil from the Watertown Health Department at her blood pressure screening. The Mall offers blood pressure screenings once a month on Friday. The following information was provided by the Watertown Mall:

Every first Friday of the month, The Watertown Mall partners up with the Watertown Health Department for a free blood pressure screening. We are so thankful to have such a great community! If you are interested in the Walking Club or our monthly blood pressure screening, call us at 617-926-4968 ext.

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Kids Can Head to the Watertown Boys & Girls Club for Pizza, Crafts and Games!

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Youngsters can head to the Watertown Boys & Girls Club for a fun night of Valentine Crafts, Dodgeball & Pizza. Pre-register to save on the price of admission. The Watertown Boys & Girls Club announced it will host “Kids Night Out” on Friday, Feb. 8 from 6-8 p.m.

COST: Pre-registration (until 5 p.m. on Feb. 8): $10 per child, Day of Registration (after 5 p.m. on Feb.

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Watertown Food Pantries Seek Donations, Drive Ends Soon

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The Watertown Community Foundation had joined with other organizations and businesses around town to collect food during a time of need for local food pantries. The WCF sent out the following announcement:

Watertown’s two food pantries are still in need. The town wide food drive continues through February 7th. There are special drop off locations all over town-including both pantries, schools, Watertown Police Department, Eastern Clothing, Library, Boston Floor Covering and more. Most needed items:

Watertown Food Pantry: Cans of Coffee, Smaller bottles of cooking oil

St. Patrick -St.Vincent de Paul’s at Sacred Heart Church: Coffee; Tea; Jelly and Jam; Pasta Sauce; Canned meats and fish — clams, sardines, anchovies, salmon, chicken; Cereal; Oatmeal; Salad Dressing; Shelf stable milk; Ramen

All donations with this designation received by February 7 will be divided equally between Watertown’s two food pantries.

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Patriots Parade: MBTA Announces Service for Super Bowl Festivities

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The following information was provided by the MTBA:

On Tuesday, February 5, 2019, hundreds of thousands of people are expected to join regular weekday commuters as the City of Boston celebrates another Patriots’ championship. Parade-goers travelling on the MBTA are encouraged to visit mbta.com/patriots for full information on service, service adjustments, and purchasing fares. All customers are strongly urged to purchase roundtrip fare in advance. Parking availability can be checked at some of the busiest MBTA stations on Twitter @MBTA_Parking. Daily parking rates are $2 – $15 with cash, credit, or mobile phone.

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Sign Up for the Beeping Egg Hunt at Perkins School for the Blind

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The Howe Building at Perkins School for the Blind. Children and their families are invited to participate in Perkins Schools of the Blinds’ Beeping Egg Hunt. Registration is open for the free event which will take place on Saturday, April 6, 2019, at the Perkins campus at 175 North Beacon StreetWatertown. There are two sessions, at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Perkins sent out the following information:

At Perkins, we aim to provide superior individualized educational services and engaging activities for students in our community, across the U.S. and around the world. Please join us for a fun-filled, inclusive event!

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See What’s Happening at the Hatch Makerspace in February

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The following information was provided by the Watertown Free Public Library’s Hatch Makerspace:

Art 150: Intro to Sculpture

In celebration of the WFPL’s 150th birthday, Hatch is running a workshop series titled “Art 150.” Each workshop will focus on a different artistic medium and invites you to reflect, create, and connect through a look at WFPL history and visual expression. All workshop participants will have the opportunity to showcase their artwork at the WFPL’s 150th celebration gala. Upcoming Workshops & Events*

2/4, Laser Cutter 1012/9, Sewing Basics: Double Drawstring Gift Bag2/12, Tools for Makers2/13, 3D Printing 1012/15, Intro to Soldering2/16, Intro to the Sewing Machine2/21, Laser Cutter 1012/21, Art 150: Intro to Sculpture2/22, Duct Tape Network: Green Team!2/22, Arduino 101: For Novices2/25, Vinyl Cutter 101*There will be no Intro to 3D Modeling for Adults or Inkscape 101 this month. Visit Meetup.com to register »

Drop-Ins

Mondays 3-6 p.m., Fiber Arts

Tuesdays 6:30-9 p.m., Electronics for Music

Wednesdays 6:30-9 p.m., Mechatronics

Thursdays 6-9 p.m., Open Code

Hatch is currently seeking fabric yardage and yarn donations for upcoming projects.

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What Parking Technologies, Improvements Do You Want in Watertown? Let the Town Know

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If you have you been frustrated by not being able to find parking in Watertown Square or Coolidge Square, found a broken meter, or not been able to find the hours when you have to pay to park — well, Town officials want to hear from you. Watertown officials recently hosted a pair of open houses to talk to residents and people who work in Town about the parking situation in Watertown’s two main business districts. There are many parking spaces in these areas, with more than 1,500 in Watertown Square and nearly 1,400 in Coolidge Square. The majority are off-street spaces. Town officials do not just want to replace the aging parking meters, but to come up with a parking plan.

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Watertown Housing Partnership Invites Input on Annual Housing Action Plan

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The Watertown Housing Partnership will be reviewing its annual action plan, and a public meeting will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019. The Town of Watertown sent out the following information:

The Watertown Housing Partnership will conduct a public meeting to review the FY 2020 Housing-related Annual Action Plan. The Annual Action Plan details how Watertown will allocate Federal HOME funds for the coming Fiscal Year on programs that are planned in response to the priority needs identified in the HOME Consolidated Plan. WHEN: Tuesday, February 19, 2019, Beginning at 6:00 PM

WHERE: Third Floor Conference Room, Administration Building (Town Hall), 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA

A draft copy of the FY 2020 Annual Action Plan is available at:

• Watertown Public Library, 123 Main Street, Reference Desk

• Department of Community Development & Planning, Administration Building, 3rd Floor

• On the Town’s website: Click here.