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Registration for Watertown Recreation Winter II Programs Open Soon

By Charlie Breitrose | December 27, 2024

Sign ups for the Watertown Recreation Winter II Program begin on Jan. 3 at 6 p.m., including multiple activities for elementary school children and adults, and a program for middle schoolers. For PreK-5 the programs this session include kids test kitchen, all-sports, parent and me, Blue Belles baton twirling, archery, wrestling, robotics, engineering. Middle schoolers can participate in Python Pioneers. Adult programs include pickleball, volleyball, basketball, and archery.

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Skate Into 2025 at Ryan Arena with Friends of Watertown Hockey

By Guest Writer | December 27, 2024

The following announcement came from the Friends of Watertown Hockey:

Friends of Watertown Hockey invite you to Skate into 2025 on Wednesday, January 1, 2025 at the JAR (John A Ryan Rink), 1 Paramount Place, Watertown. Free Skate is from 1:15-2:45 p.m.Watertown/Wayland Hockey Game is from at 3 p.m.$10/person – $30/family – Cash or Venmo

We will be collecting canned goods and non-perishable items for the Watertown Food Pantry. Enjoy skating with family and friends then stay to watch the WHS/Wayland Boys Hockey game v. Waltham. Puck drops at 3 p.m.! All ages and skill levels are welcome.

Weather

Weather Forecast: New Year Brings Periods of Sun and Rain

By Matthew Moll, Contributor | December 26, 2024

Watertown residents can expect varied weather conditions heading into the New Year, with a mix of sunny days, rain, and cooler air mid-week. The forecast offers opportunities for outdoor activities during calm, sunny periods, but rain and potential icy conditions later in the week could create minor travel challenges. Thursday, December 26:Mostly sunny during the day, with a high near 37°F. Winds will remain calm, creating comfortable conditions for any post-holiday errands or outdoor activities. Clouds will gradually increase in the evening, with overnight lows around 21°F.

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Hatch Makerspace is Turning 10, See What’s Planned for the Celebration

By Guest Writer | December 25, 2024

The Watertown Free Public Library’s Hatch Makerspace turns 10 years old, and there are several events planned to celebrate and create at the same time. See details in the information from Hatch below. Come celebrate with us! Starting 1/2: Sticker and Iron-On GiveawayPickup at Hatch, all agesCustomize your sticker or iron-on using Hatch’s tools

Starting 1/2: Hatch Makerspace Past / Present / Future DisplayAt the Library in the first floor lobby

Starting 1/2: “What do you make?” Community DisplayDraw or write what you like to make and add it to the display in the front windows of Hatch

Sunday, 1/12 | 10AM – 12PM Hatch Makerspace Open HouseAt Hatch, all ages

Saturday, 1/25 | 2-4 PM Hatch Makerspace Birthday ShowcaseAt the Library, with walking tours to HatchCome for the cake, stay for the inspirational projects!

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Eye On Watertown Podcast Takes a Look at Christmas & Hanukkah

By Guest Writer | December 24, 2024

The latest episode of Eye on Watertown, the podcast co-hosted by longtime Watertown resident Clyde Younger, focuses on two religious holidays which happen to overlap this year. See more information in the announcement below. Since Christmas and Hanukkah occurred on the same day this year we had a special Podcast to celebrate each Holidays. Hanukkah and Christmas has only occurred four other times in the last century or so. Since this is such a rare occurrence, we decided to invite a Rabbi and Minister or Priest to discuss their respective religions. We were unaware that both were on the same day; thus we we were late in extending the invitations. We were able to get Rabbi David; however, none from the Christian Faith.

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Christmas Eve & Christmas Day Hours for Library, Senior Center, City Hall & DPW

By Charlie Breitrose | December 23, 2024

The Christmas holiday will impact hours at for Watertown’s municipal facilities, including City Hall, the Library, the Senior Center and the Department of Public Works. See information below. Watertown City Hall

Closing at noon on Tuesday, Dec. 24

Closed Wednesday, Dec. 25

Watertown Free Public Library

Closing at noon Tuesday, Dec.

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Watertown Group Screening Movie on U.S.’s Role in Gaza

By Guest Writer | December 23, 2024

The following announcement was provided by Watertown Citizens for Peace Justice and the Environment:

The Peace and Common Security Working Group of Watertown Citizens for Peace Justice and the Environment will present a film at 2:00 PM, Sunday, December 29 at the Watertown Free Public Library – Watertown Savings Bank Room. The film is “The Night Won’t End: Biden’s War on Gaza.” The Group experienced a rough time securing a venue for this screening. Showing the film was twice canceled at the last minute by two different churches in Watertown. Thus we are hoping for a strong turnout. Thank you for your support. The Night Won’t End.