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Marshall Home Fund Celebrates 20th Anniversary

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Marshall Home Fund celebrated its 20th anniversary. (Courtesy of Marshall Home Fund)

The following information came from the Marshall Home Fund:

Marshall Home Fund’s 20th anniversary celebration took place May 15, 2025. Participants included community members who have contributed to both the Marshall Home and Marshall Home Fund’s success. Board members, ex-officio board members, new grantees, returning grant recipients, public servants, friends and family attended. The celebration was shared with the 2025 grant recipients. (Courtesy of Marshall Home Fund)

The event included a video which featured the Marshall Home, dating back to 1903, as well as the people who keep Marshall Home Fund vibrant and effective helping those 55 years and older living in the city of Watertown.

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Watertown’s Roberta Miller Named “Commonwealth Heroine” by State Women’s Commission

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Watertown Resident Roberta Miller was nominated to be a Commonwealth Heroine by State Rep. Steve Owens. (Courtesy of Rep. Owens’ Office)

The following announcement was provided by State Rep. Steve Owens’ office:

Each year, the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women (MCSW) partners with state legislators to identify women who make outstanding contributions to their organizations and in their communities. Elected officials are encouraged to submit one woman from their constituency as a means of recognizing their invaluable efforts and extraordinary acts of service, who are making a big difference in their communities but not necessarily making the news. This year, the Class of 2025 Commonwealth Heroines comprises more than 125 women from across the state, leaders in industry, business, nonprofit, advocacy, and more. “I’m honored to nominate Roberta Miller as a 2025 Commonwealth Heroine,” said State Rep. Steve Owens.

Weather

Weather Forecast: Temps in the 70s for a Few Days, Rising into 80s

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Relief is here. A backdoor cold front has swept through the region, dropping temperatures and humidity dramatically across Eastern Massachusetts. The transition from oppressive to refreshing is already underway, with highs in the 70s for several days. Expect low clouds, onshore breezes, and occasional showers as cooler marine air dominates. Heading into next week, the pattern flips again as warming resumes by Sunday with 80s returning, and the potential for thunderstorms increases.

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Applicants Wanted to Help Plan Watertown’s 400th Anniversary Celebration

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The City of Watertown will celebrate its 400-year anniversary in 2030! As we prepare to commemorate four centuries of our city and community, we’re inviting residents to help shape this once-in-a-generation celebration by helping plan a year full of events and programming honoring the City. We are now accepting applications for the Watertown 400th Anniversary Advisory Planning Committee. This volunteer committee will help advise City staff and community partners to envision, plan, and guide anniversary events, initiatives, and programs that reflect Watertown’s rich history and vibrant future. We’re looking for residents who are:

Passionate about Watertown’s past, present, and future.

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Tickets Available for 2025 Mugar Golf Tournament Benefiting the Watertown Boys & Girls Club

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The 48th Annual Stephen P. Mugar Memorial Golf Tournament, benefiting the Watertown Boys & Girls Club will take place on Monday, Aug. 11, and tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available. See more details from the Watertown Boys & Girls Club below. WHEN: Monday, Aug 11, 2025 at 11:30 AM to 7:00 PM

WHERE: Oakley Country Club, 410 Belmont Street, Watertown, MA

There are many ways to support the 48th Annual Stephen P. Mugar Memorial Golf Tournament in 2025 as a participant or sponsor. Securing a sponsorship and/or participating in our Tournament makes a direct impact in the communities we serve.

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City’s Next Watertown Chats Focusing on Coolidge Square

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The next Watertown Chats will take place on Friday in East Watertown. See details in the announcement from the City of Watertown, below. Come Discover Coolidge Square and visit Watertown Chats on Friday, June 27 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in Sullivan Park on the corner of Mount Auburn Street and Arlington Street! Join and connect with Community Engagement Specialist, Tyler Cote, and Senior Planner for Economic Development, Erin Rathe to ask questions about the City, learn about happenings around Watertown, get an update on the Mount Auburn Street Project, and receive resources about Coolidge Square! Learn more at watertown-ma.gov/chats

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City of Watertown Seeks Artists for “A Pleasant Landscape” Banner Project

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The following announcement was provided by the City of Watertown:

The City of Watertown is excited to announce an open call to artists for its “A Pleasant Landscape” banner project, aimed at beautifying the fence screen at the former Sterritt Lumber site located at 138 Waltham Street. This initiative seeks to enhance the visual appeal of the area for local residents, visitors, and passersby. The project invites artists to submit digital designs that will be printed on 6×12 foot banners. Up to six selected artists will receive a $400 award for their design, which will then be professionally printed and installed by the City of Watertown. Interested artists may apply online through the city website.