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WEEKEND FUN: Polar Plunge, Later Night Munchies, Hand Sewn Craft, Mt. Auburn Cemetery Walking Tour

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I am guessing you are truly missing the extreme cold weather, so how about signing up to do a polar plunge at Arsenal Yards on Saturday? That will make you plenty cold again. It is a fund-raiser for the Special Olympics, and it should be almost as fun to watch as to actually take the plunge. After getting soaking wet there, you could head over to the library’s maker space to make a hand-sewn valentine sachet for your loved one. Our maker space is not all about high tech!

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Watertown Police Hosting Polar Plunge to Raise Money for Special Olympics, Participants Wanted

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The Polar Plunge will return to Watertown on Feb. 7, 2026, and the Watertown Police seek to raise even more this year fro the Special Olympics of Massachusetts. Participants will take a cold dip into the mobile plunge tank that will be set up in Bond Square at Arsenal Yards, said Watertown Police Officer Michael Scafidi. “Last year we had just over 50 participants and raised over $20,000 for Special Olympics of Massachusetts,” Scafidi said. “This year we are aiming for ’26K in ’26’!”

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Chanukah Candles Light the Dark Night at Chabad Watertown’s Fourth Annual Celebration

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Rabbi Dovid Zaltzman lights a candle on the ice menorah during the fourth annual Chanukah Celebration at Arsenal Yards. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

The flames of the candles on the big outdoor menorah shone through the dark and frigid night during Monday’s Chabad Watertown’s fourth annual Chanukah Celebration at Arsenal Yards. Dozens braved the 20 degree weather to enjoy some hot chocolate and doughnuts, catch gelt dropped from a Watertown Fire truck’s ladder, and watch a man twirl flaming sticks, eat fire, and blow fireballs. The fire dancer shoots a fireball during the Chanukah Celebration at Arsenal Yards. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

Held on the second night of Chanukah, Chabad Watertown invited City Manager George Proakis, along with Watertown Police Chief Justin Hanrahan and Captain Dan Unsworth to light the service candle, in the middle of the ice menorah.

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Menorah Lighting, Fire Dancer, Crafts & More at Chabad Watertown’s Chanukah Celebration

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Arsenal Yards is partnering with Chabad Watertown to put on the fourth annual Chanukah Celebration on Monday, Dec. 15. See details in the announcement from Arsenal Yards. In partnership with Chabad Watertown, please join us for our fourth annual public menorah lighting ceremony and celebration! Featuring a live fire dance performance, crafts, a menorah lighting ceremony, live music, complimentary treats, an interactive light display from Brighter Ignited and more!

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Holiday Celebration at Arsenal Yards Includes Black Friday, Character Extravaganza & Hannukkah Celebration

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Arsenal Yards has a lineup of events for the Holidays. (Courtesy of Arsenal Yards)

The following announcement was provided by Arsenal Yards. HOLIDAY EVENT SCHEDULE

Annual Gift Drive & Black Friday Celebration

Friday, November 28th 12pm – 3pm

Guests are encouraged to bring unwrapped gift donations to the River Green, to support the Watertown Boys & Girls Club & the Whooley Foundation, run by the Watertown Police and Fire departments. In addition, we will have a DJ, crafts, Santa, and more holiday cheer! Character Extravaganza

Wednesday, December 3rd 4:00 – 6:00pm

This is a day not to be missed at AY with meet & greets with all the holiday characters!

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WEEKEND FUN: Holiday Market, Young Rockers, “Taskmaster” Watch Party, Organ Concert

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An entertaining start to this weekend is a trip to see the Watertown Children’s Theater production of Anastasia: The Musical on Friday evening or on Saturday. Then for lots of lighthearted fun, Saturday afternoon there is a Taskmaster (TV show) watching party at the library. It is a funny and tongue-in-cheek TV show that is perfect for group watching. I can hear the laughter now! Sunday in the late morning or afternoon there is a holiday gift shopping block party at Arsenal Yards.

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WEEKEND FUN: Armenian Bazaar, Zine Fest, Comedy, Deep Listening Experience, Audio-Visual Exhibit

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Mount Auburn Cemetery’s Artist-in-Residence Lia Pikus

This weekend’s fun starts on Friday with the St. James Armenian Church’s 78th annual bazaar. Go grab some shish, losh or chicken kabobs while your kids get face painted and you pick up your raffle winnings. On Saturday starting at 11 the library is putting on their impressive Zine Fest. You can participate as a writer, reader or just if you are zine curious.

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Still Time to Register for Watertown’s Got Talent 2025

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Watertown’s Got Talent has become an annual event at Arsenal Yards. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

The following information came form Arsenal Yards:

Think you got what it takes to be the 2025 Watertown’s Got Talent Superstar? Apply Now! Email us your talent description and video at hello@arsenalyards.com TODAY for a chance to compete! All applications are due by Monday, September 29th.