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October Watertown Walks Include Gore Place, Art Exhibit, Mt. Auburn Cemetery, Shuttle

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Members of the public walked around Walker Pond, which sits on two parcels, one owned by the City and one by the Bell Watertown apartments. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

The following announcement was provided by Live Well Watertown:

Weekly programs will take place every Thursday, from 1-2 p.m. (unless otherwise noted) and include movement, conversation, and opportunities to connect, interact, and explore the greater community. The walking portion of these programs will be approximately 30-40 minutes, and we encourage attendees to walk at a comfortable pace. 

Each month will feature city happenings, health and wellness, arts & culture, and community/business assets (some walks are in collaboration with the Watertown Public Arts & Culture Committee and Watertown Business Coalition)

October 9 ~ Walk N Talk / Gore Place / with the Watertown Business CoalitionMeetup:  Gore Place / Carriage House, 52 Gore St., Waltham

Join us as we explore the historic grounds of Gore Place in Waltham & Watertown (yes it is also in Watertown). Please park in the gravel lot beside the carriage house and meet inside.Gore Place website In collaboration with the Watertown Business Coalition 

Register here. October 16 ~ Public Arts & Culture Walk / Reception for “A Pleasant Landscape”Meetup:  Bemis Park, 76 Bridge St. Come join in a walk to the opening reception for “A Pleasant Landscape”, a new public art exhibition featuring six local artists.

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Sidewalk and Road Work Will Impact Coolidge Square, East Watertown This Week

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The Mt. Auburn Street project continues with sidewalk work from near the Cambridge line to Arlington Street, while drainage work will take place in Coolidge Square. See details in the announcement provided by the City of Watertown. Sidewalk Excavation Begins At Cambridge Line

Excavation of the eastbound sidewalk and curbing on Mount Auburn Street between Belmont Street and Arlington Street will begin on Monday, October 6, 2025 from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Learn about travel and parking impacts below. Traffic and Sidewalk Impacts

The eastbound sidewalk will be closed for excavation starting on Monday, October 6, 2025 at 7 a.m. A bypass sidewalk on the eastbound side will be opened up while this work is being completed.

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Registration Open for Watertown Boys & Girls Club Biddy Basketball

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The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Boys & Girls Club:

WBGC Biddy Basketball is an 8-week instructional program designed to introduce young players to the fundamental techniques, skills and rules of basketball in a fun, team environment. The focus of this program is on technical development and building confidence with the ball. This co-ed program is open to Boys and Girls in Grades 2 & 3 only. All registered players will be assigned to a team that will be coached by a parent/guardian volunteer, with all midweek practices and Saturday AM games taking place in the Watertown Boys & Girls Club gymnasium. GIRLS DIVISION! 

Following the success of its introduction in 2025, Biddy Basketball will once again offer a girls-only division in 2026!

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Playground to Temporary Close at One of Watertown’s Parks

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The City of Watertown announced the upcoming temporary closure of a playground at one of the parks in town. See details provided by the City, below. Please be aware that there is an upcoming temporary closure of Casey Playground the week of October 6, 2025, weather permitting. The playground will be closed for a few days to install new rubber surfacing. We hope to see you back here soon after it’s installed!

Weather

Weather Forecast: Unseasonably Warm Weather Most of the Week

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A cool and breezy start Friday quickly gives way to a stretch of unseasonably warm, dry weather through the weekend and into early next week. Afternoon highs will soar into the upper 70s to low 80s, running more like September than October. Nights stay comfortably mild. The next chance for rain comes midweek with a strong cold front, followed by a return to seasonable fall conditions by the end of the period. Friday, October 3 – Cool, then mild

Sunny with lighter winds than earlier in the week, feeling more comfortable by afternoon. • High: 70–72°F | Low: 50–52°F | Wind: SW 5–7 mph → calm overnight • Sky: Sunny → clear at night • Chance of rain: 0% • Dew point: 45–49°F

Saturday, October 4 – Sunny and warmer

A big warm-up with bright sunshine, light winds, and highs well into the upper 70s. • High: 78–80°F | Low: 54–56°F | Wind: W 3–5 mph → calm • Sky: Sunny → mostly clear • Chance of rain: 0% • Dew point: 52–56°F

Sunday, October 5 – Warm and sunny

Another beautiful day, with highs near 80°F under full sunshine.

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Adopt-a-Ghoul Sponsorships Available for Wicked Watertown

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The City’s Halloween celebration, Wicked Watertown, will take place on Oct. 25, and organizers seek sponsors for the event. See details provided by the City’s Event Team below. Adopt-a-Ghoul at Wicked Watertown 2025! 

This Halloween, put your brand in the local spotlight! Sponsor a towering skeleton, giant ogre, or oversized gargoyle at Wicked Watertown on October 25, 2025 at the Commander’s Mansion from 4–8 p.m.

Each sponsor gets to deck out their creature with merch or swag

Signage at a high-traffic community event included

Fan-favorite photo contest for best-decorated spirit supporter

Your logo front and center!

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Watertown Church Hosting Fall Festival, Costume Carnival

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The following announcement was provided by Grace Chapel Watertown:

You’re Invited to the Watertown Campus Costume Carnival — A family-friendly, Halloween-alternative fall festival for our neighbors and friends. Grace Chapel Watertown

Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025

Time: 2:00 – 4:00 PM

Location: 525 Main Street, Watertown, MA

Come enjoy an afternoon filled with free fun for the whole family:

Candy, Carnival games & prizes, free snacks & treats, bounce houses, face painting & crafts, costume fun for kids (and grown-ups too!), and community connections. Bring your family, invite your friends, and don’t forget your costume! Everything is free because we love our neighbors and want to celebrate together. Hosted by Grace Chapel Watertown where community and joy come together!