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Historical Society Event Features a Virtual Tour of Mount Auburn Cemetery

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The Historical Society of Watertown will present a visual tour through Mount Auburn Cemetery. The Historical Society sent out the following information:

“Watertown Notables: A Virtual Walk Through Mount Auburn Cemetery” Presented by Rosemarie Smurzynski

Thursday, November 9, 2017 at 7 p.m. at the Watertown Free Public Library, 123 Main Street, Watertown, in the Watertown Savings Bank Meeting Room. Maude deLeigh Hodges wrote, “Watertown, Massachusetts, was founded in the
year 1630 and was the first inland settlement in Massachusetts. It began as a Puritan settlement and became a hub for trade and commerce  . .

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Watertown Hosting Veteran’s Day Concert and Breakfast

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Watertown will honor Veteran’s Day with two events this week – a concert and a breakfast. On Wednesday, Nov. 8, Watertown will host a free Veteran’s Day Concert, featuring the World Famous Hal McIntyre Orchestra (see the video below). The concert will be a tribute to Peggy Lee and features Broadway’s own Jody Ebling. The orchestra is conducted by Watertown’s own Don Pentleton.

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Winter Parking Ban Dates Announced by Watertown Police Chief

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Watertown Chief of Police Michael P. Lawn has announced the 2017-2018 Winter
Parking Ban dates. Effective November 27, 2017 and continuing to April 1, 2018 the Winter Parking Ban will be in effect and strictly enforced. The regulation reads in part; “No vehicle may remain on any public way for more than one hour between the hours of 1 a.m. and 6 a.m. all days of the week.” For residents who lack sufficient off-street parking, the Town allows for temporary
parking at any municipal parking lot and other locations noted:
• The police station at 552 Main Street (visitor’s parking lot only)
• Any public school parking lot
• Marion Road parking lot at Victory Field
• O’Connell Park, (lot at the corner of Boylston Street and Mt Auburn Street)
Please note that these locations may be used free of charge, however vehicles may only use available spaces after 7 p.m. and must be moved/removed by 7 a.m. the following day. Vehicles must be removed from school property no later than 6 a.m. Violators may be towed.

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Wayside Multi Service Center the Cause of the Month at Not Your Average Joe’s

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You can dine at Not Your Average Joe’s in Watertown and raise money for the Wayside Multi Service Center, the group announced. Waysdie is the cause of month for November at Not Your Average Joe’s. Every Tuesday if you present the flyer 15% of your total purchase will go to Wayside Multi. NYAJ fund raiser for Watertown Youth Coalition by Charlie Breitrose on Scribd

Wayside Multi-Service Center  is a non-profit group that provides prevention, outreach and counseling services to the diverse populations of Watertown and surrounding communities. The Multi embraces the development and enhancement of resiliency skills to enable youth and adults to deal with personal and community issues more effectively.

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WHS Sports: Boys Soccer Team Moves on in Tourney, Swimming Relays Qualify for States

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Watertown will host some Monday night futbol when the boys soccer team hosts a North Section quarterfinal on at Victory Field. 

The fifth-seeded Raiders rolled in the first round game against No. 12 Whittier Tech, winning 4-0. Because 13th-seeded Bedford beat the fourth-seeded Newburyport, Watertown gets to host the tournament game. The game begins at 7 p.m. on Nov. 6 with the winner moving on to the North Semifinal on Wednesday at Woburn High School against the winner of the Wayland-Weston game.

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Watertown Boys & Girls Club Raising Funds to Transform Clubhouse

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Watertown Boys & Girls Club, the town’s largest youth development agency, announced the launch of its $1.4 million Great Futures Campaign. Funds
raised by the campaign will be used to renovate and make capital improvements to the Club aimed at expanding teen programs, enhancing accessibility and strengthening security. The centerpiece of the renovation plans is the creation of a Teen Center to create a dedicated space for Club members aged 13-18. The teens will be able to engage in a variety of activities, including career exploration, SAT prep courses and community service, under the guidance of the new center’s Teen Director. The Great Futures Campaign funds will also be used to renovate the entryway to increase building security and to install a fully ADA-compliant ramp to ensure universal
accessibility.

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Donohue’s Turkey Trot Coming Up – Sign Up for the 5K Run and Walk!

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The 12th Annual Donohue’s Turkey Trot will take place on Thanksgiving morning and registration is now open. The annual 5K run and walk starts at 8:30 a.m. on Nov. 23, 2017, at Donohue’s Bar & Grill, 87 Bigelow Avenue, Watertown. Register early and save at: racemenu.com/turkeytrot

There will also be a free Kids Fun Run starting at 8:35 a.m.

All runners get a free long sleeve tech shirt, and are entered into our post-race raffle, which includes over fifty 6-packs of beer and bottles of wine! Pre-race breakfast start at 8 a.m. (scrambled eggs, sausage, and bacon)

Enjoy music and beer at Donohue’s after-party!

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Watertown Walks Starts Nov. 1 – Join in Weekly Walks Around Town

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The Watertown Health Department is excited to relaunch the Watertown Walks Program! The Health Department sent out the following information:

Join us this Wednesday, November 1st, from 12:00-1:00 p.m. for a scenic, moderate paced walk along the Charles River. Participants will meet in Saltonstall Park on Main Street, right next to Town Hall and across from Tedeschi’s Market, at 12:00 p.m. Walking shoes/sneakers and comfortable, warm clothing recommended. The program is part of an effort to build a healthier community. “Regular physical activity can reduce the burden of chronic diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes, and some cancers, and can prevent early death.