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Historical Society Hosting Talk by Archeologist on Colonial Burying Grounds

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The Historical Society of Watertown will present on April 11, 2018 (rescheduled from March 21, 2018), “Colonial Burying Grounds: Interpreting the Passed for the Present,” a slideshow talk given by Barbara Donohue. It will be held at The Coolidge School Apartments Auditorium, 319 Arlington Street, Watertown, MA 02472 at 7:00 p.m. Barbara Donohue is a Registered Professional Archaeologist and received her Master’s Degree in History/Historic Archaeology from UMass-Boston. In her presentation, she will relate the function of the buying ground in Puritan society compared with its function in today’s
word. In addition, Ms. Donohue will discuss some of the fascinating, forgotten stories she has found while conducting research for Preservation Management Plans for colonial burying grounds as well as for her book, Copp’s Hill: Evolution of a Puritan Burial Place 1659—The Present. Copies of Ms. Donohue’s book will be available for purchase.

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Watertown Residents & Students Celebrate Memory of Martin Luther King Jr. on 50th Anniversary of His Death

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The following was submitted by the groups that sponsored the vigil:

An intrepid and solemn group of Watertown residents and students came together in a Vigil on Watertown Square – amid dark skies, rain, and wind – to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., on Wednesday, the 50th anniversary of his assassination. But as the 50 participants gathered to hear the words of Dr. King, the sun emerged and bathed the group – and the flag above – in soft evening light. The Vigil was timed to coincide with the exact time of Dr. King’s assassination (at 6:01 p.m.), and began with Vigil participants standing together along Main St and Galen St. Participants held signs with quotes from Dr. King’s many inspiring speeches, as well as yellow daffodils to symbolize the gravity and
solemnity of the occasion. After the public witness to passers-by in the Square, Vigil participants gathered in a circle in the Delta to hear the words of Dr. King and join together in song.

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Mount Auburn Cemetery Announces New Member of Board of Trustees

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Mount Auburn Cemetery is pleased to announce the appointment of Watertown resident Robert Airasian to its Board of Trustees. Airasian, one of four recent appointments, brings valuable expertise that will further the Cemetery’s mission, vision, and values. A broker with Coldwell Banker, Airasian has a long history of supporting local businesses and not-for- profit institutions. He currently serves as a board member at the Watertown Community Foundation and a trustee at the Watertown Savings Bank. He previously served as a board member and past president (2011-2013) at the Watertown-Belmont Chamber of Commerce.

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Hear Russo’s Singing Deli Worker and Many Other Musicians at MusicFest

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The annual celebration of music in Watertown – MusicFest – will feature Russo’s Singing Deli Worker Gilly Assunção, organizers announced.The Russo’s employee who became a Facebook sensation last Christmas who recently been accepted to Berklee College of Music, will be singing at the event at Watertown Middle School on Friday. The Friends sent out the following announcement:

Friends of Watertown Music (FoWM) presents its 7th annual MusicFest fundraiser, Friday, April 6, 5:30-9:30 p.m., at the Watertown Middle School, 68 Waverley Avenue, Watertown, MA. The event features over forty performances by musicians by students, community members, and professional musicians, and an instrument petting zoo. This year Gilly Assunção, the singing sensation from Russo’s Market, will close out the evening for us. Proceeds benefit the Music Department of the Watertown Public Schools.

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New Executive Director of Watertown Community Foundation Appointed

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The Watertown Community Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Jan Craige Singer as its new Executive Director. The Foundation sent out the following announcement:

Jan brings more than two decades of management and entrepreneurial experience in digital media and marketing. She is a passionate believer in the power of small groups of people to build and sustain healthy, vibrant communities. Colleagues describe her as someone who is motivated, motivational, optimistic, and someone who thinks outside the box. A 25-year resident of Watertown, Jan combined her creative and business acumen as president and managing partner of Big Blue Dot, a Watertown-based boutique brand strategy, design, and marketing agency for kids and families, building an award-winning team serving a client list which included USAA, Disney, P & G, and Unilever.

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Watertown Moves Kicks Off Spring Walking Series This Week

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Watertown Moves, a program of Live Well Watertown, announced it will kick off its spring walking series this week. Join Live Well Members & our Partners in Celebrating National Walking Day for a Walk along the Charles River Wednesday, April 4, 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. starting at Saltonstall Park (Main Street, next to Town Hall)

SPRING HAS SPRUNG

The days are getting longer and warmer! Members from Trees for Watertown will be pointing out budding trees and signs of Spring along the way. WALK-INS WELCOME

Participants will walk at a moderate pace for 30 or 60 minutes. Sneakers or walking shoes and comfortable, clothing recommended.

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Info Drop In Night for Those Seeking Resources on Substance Use Recovery

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Metro-Boston Project Outreach announced it will be hosting an event with information for those struggling with substance use. Substance Use Recovery Drop In Resource Night Thursday, April 12, 2018, 5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. at the Government Center 119 School St., Waltham. The group sent out the following announcement:

Would you like to learn more substance use recovery resources? Come join us! Representatives from local treatment providers and support programs will be available to provide information and assistance.

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Yard Waste Pick Ups Start Next Week, Change to Collection Days

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You can get rid of all those branches and leaves that blew down over the winter soon because Watertown’s first yard waste collection of the year will be during the first week of April. There is a change, however, in the day you put out your bags. April 2-6 will be the first time in 2018 for residents to put out yard waste. Unlike past years, however bags will be picked up on the same day that your trash is collected. The change comes with the Town’s new trash/recycling contract.