Weather

Weather Forecast: Hot Day Followed by Cooldown & Showers

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The region kicks off the weekend with a spring surge of warmth and wind as southwest flow dominates the pattern. Saturday may bring near-80°F warmth for some inland spots, followed by a cooldown Sunday behind a dry frontal passage. Next week begins quiet, though showers arrive Monday night into Tuesday with a passing low-pressure system. After that, sunshine and mild temperatures return to wrap up the week. Friday, April 18 — Breezy and Mild: High pressure exits early, allowing southwest winds to ramp up by midday.

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Find Out About Watertown During the Revolution on Historical Society’s Walking Tour

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A pre-19th century depiction of the Fowle House. (Photo courtesy of Joyce Kelly)

The following announcement was provided by the Historical Society of Watertown:

The Historical Society of Watertown invites you to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the fight forAmerican Independence by taking a walking tour of “Watertown During the Revolution.”

Dates: Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.Sunday, May 11, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.Sunday, June 1, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.(3 chances to take this walking tour)

Meeting Place: Zussman Memorial Park beside 66 Galen St. (The tour will be cancelled for rain.)

Join Historical Society of Watertown walking tour leaders Lynne O’Connell and Beth Houston for a 90-minute walking tour to learn about the important role that the town played during the American Revolution. After the battles of Lexington and Concord in 1775, the Provincial Congress assembled in the town’s Meeting House, making Watertown the seat of the Massachusetts government for 18 months. As a result, many prominent Revolutionary War figures boarded in town, including Paul Revere and Joseph Warren.

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Watertown’s Fly Together Fitness Holding Free Spring Open House

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The following announcement was provided by Fly Together Fitness:

Ready to feel strong, confident, and joyful? Curious about Pole Fitness, Pole Dance, Chair Dance, Twerk, and more? Join us for an all ages open house at our Watertown location (100 Parker Street, Watertown, MA) to learn about our studio and community, take a FREE mini class or two, and grab some great Intro Package deals! Fly Together Fitness is Boston’s top ranked pole dance studio, and we’re excited to share our pole and movement philosophy with you! Whether you’re looking to execute impressive tricks, build strength, endurance, and flexibility, unleash your sensual side, or just dance like no one’s watching, there’s something for you at Fly Together Fitness!

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Resilient Watertown Eco Fest Will Have Info on Making Life Greener, Fun for the Whole Family

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Residents can learn more about ways to make their homes more sustainable and also enjoy activities for all ages at the City of Watertown’s first Resilient Watertown Eco Fest. Eco Fest will take place on Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Commander’s Mansion, 440 Talcott Ave., Watertown, said Laurel Schwab, Watertown’s Sustainability Manager. “We wanted this to be a really family-friendly event, so things for people of all ages to learn about the City’s sustainability programs and learn about things that they can do in their own lives, all while also having fun,” Schwab said. The event is part of the City’s efforts to meet the goals of the Resilient Watertown Climate and Energy Plan. The plan covers a range of areas including energy, waste, transportation, natural resources such as plants and trees, social resilience, and emergency preparedness, Schwab said.

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Local Podcast Celebrates Anniversary with Panel on Watertown News & Info

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Watertown resident host Matt Hanna celebrated the first year anniversary of his podcast, Little Local Conversations, with a special event focused on the news and information ecosystem in Watertown. The podcast focuses on the people, places, stories, and ideas of Watertown. Podcast guests include community leaders, business owners, non-profit organizers, artists and creatives, and other folks doing interesting and important work in the city. Hanna provided the following information:

First Anniversary Event

Listen to an in-depth panel discussion on the local Watertown news and information ecosystem! This was part of the one year anniversary celebration for Little Local Conversations that happened over at the Mosesian Center for the Arts on March 18th, 2025.

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Former BC Hockey Coach Jerry York Speaking at Watertown Hibernians Annual Breakfast

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The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Ancient Order of Hibernians:

The Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH), an Irish Catholic community organization, is hosting their annual Communion Breakfast at Hibernian Hall, 151 Watertown Street, Watertown, MA on April 27th at 11:30 a.m.

The event will feature a full Irish breakfast, by Donohue’s of Watertown, and have an exhibition of traditional Irish Dancing from the O’Shea Chaplin School of Dance. Coach Jerry York will be our Communion Breakfast Speaker. Coach York is the former men’s ice hockey coach at Boston College. York is the winningest coach in NCAA hockey and leads the all-time list as the only Division I head coach with over 1,000 wins. He has won the NCAA Division I Men’s Ice Hockey title five times as a coach at Bowling Green State University (1984) and at Boston College (2001, 2008, 2010, and 2012).

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Registration Open for the 2025 Run of the Charles Paddle Race

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The Run of the Charles will take place on April 27, 2025, when canoes, paddleboards and kayaks will be paddled down the Charles River, through Watertown and ending in Brighton. Registration is open. See details provided by the Charles River Watershed Association. Run of the Charles

Boston’s Premier Paddling Race

Sunday, April 27, DCR Artesani / Herter Park

Don’t Wait to Register! All skill levels, from beginner to expert, are welcome.

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Mt. Auburn Project: April 9-14 – Traffic & Pedestrian Signal Electrical Work

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During the week of April 14-19, 2025, work on Mt. Auburn St. Project includes traffic signal work at two main intersections in East Watertown. See details in the announcement sent out by the City of Watertown. Intersection of Mount Auburn Street & Arlington Street 

Electrical Traffic and Pedestrian Signal Work

Starting Monday April 14, 2025 Newport Construction will continue be installing traffic electrical conduit (underground electrical pipes) at the intersection of Mount Auburn Street and Arlington Street.