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Commander’s Mansion Adds Some Holiday Cheer to Watertown

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Commander’s Mansion Facilities Manager Tammy McKenna takes a photo of a family visiting Santa Claus during the Holiday Open House. Photo by Charlie Breitrose

The Commander’s Mansion was decked out for the season Thursday evening as the historic home in Watertown hosted the annual Holiday Open House. Dozens of families visited the home to view the Christmas trees, enjoy some cookies and hot cocoa, and listen to some carols. Rooms in the historic Commander’s Mansion were decorated for the holidays, including this Christmas tree. Photo by Charlie Breitrose

Santa Claus arrived at the Mansion with a special escort from the Watertown Police Department.

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Watertown’s Commander’s Mansion Presents Holiday Open House

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Watertown’s historic Commander’s Mansion hosts the Annual Holiday Open House on Thursday, Dec. 6 from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m., featuring two floors of fun, food and drink, and visits by Santa and Mrs. Claus. The organizers of the event provided the following schedule and information:

First Floor – South Pole

6:15 to 6:45 p.m. and 7 to 7:30 p.m. – La Bonne Maison presents an intimate tasting demo of holiday cocktails and app

For ages 21+ (limited capacity) $8.00 per person with pre-registration — please call 617-926-7755 to register — and $10.00 per person at the door (cash only)

5:45 to 6:15 p.m. – Perkins Secondary Chorus and Instrumental Ensemble performs Christmas Carols

Second Floor – North Pole – FREE – geared for kids grade K through fifth grade

5:30 p.m. – Let’s welcome Santa! Escorted by theWatertown Police Department
meet in front of the mansion

5:30 to 7:30 p.m. – Visit with Santa and don’t forget your camera thanks to Watertown Savings Bank

Storytime with Mrs. Claus

Elves Workshop with Ms. Smith with take-away kid’s craft

Rudolph’s Café opens at 5:30 p.m. with free hot cocoa and cookies

The Mansion will be open for self-tours

Organizers thank Dunkin’ Donuts, Season to Taste Catering, Tastings Caterers,
Off the Vine Catering, Peppers Artful Events, BG Events & Catering,
Forklift Catering, Cuisine Chez Vou, Sensational Foods, and Better Life Food & Taylor Rental of Haverhill

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Watertown Commander’s Mansion Hosting ‘Lil Monster Mash

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Children and their families are invited to have some Halloween fun at Watertown’s Commander’s Mansion. The Town of Watertown provided the following information:

Don’t miss the ‘Lil Monster Mash on Saturday, October 27, 2018, 5:30 to 8 p.m.

Free Community Event for Families, Geared towards K-5th Graders. Two scare levels at the Haunted Mansion. Carnival games under the “big top.” Food, beverages and prizes for all.

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Free Activities and Snacks at Watertown’s Arbor Day Celebration

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Watertown will celebrate Arbor Day with a special, free event on Thursday at the historic Commander’s Mansion. Organizers sent out the following information:

Come join us at the Commander’s Mansion on Thursday, April 26th from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. The Commander’s Mansion is located at 440 Talcott Ave. in Watertown (off Arsenal Street).  

This will be a fun day of learning about nature and the environment and there will be plenty of activities for children and adults. Free snacks and drinks will be handed out.

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Commander’s Mansion’s Annual Wedding & Events Showcase Coming Soon

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The annual Wedding & Events Showcase will be held at the Commander’s Mansion in Watertown in early March. The following announcement was sent out:

Save the Date

Commander’s Mansion 2018 Annual Weddings & Events Showcase

March 3rd & March 4th

1pm to 4pm $10.00 per person – different vendors showcased each day

Online RSVP opens Feb. 1 at www.CommandersMansion.com

Payment will be taken at the door & walk-ins welcomed both days Follow us on Facebook.com/commandersmansion

The Commander’s Mansion is a historic venue that is available for events, with a capacity for up to 200 guests. Host your next corporate off-site meeting, Summer retreat, social gathering or wedding with us, it is the perfect backdrop for your next celebration!

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Commander’s Mansion Holiday Open House Features Food, Fun and Santa

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Watertown’s Commander’s Mansion has big plans for its Holiday celebration. Organizers sent out the following information:

SAVE THE DATE Commander’s Mansion Annual Holiday Open House

Tuesday, December 12th house opens at 4 p.m. for free self tours

 

First Floor – Eat, Drink & Be Merry demos with Tastings Caterers and Cass the Florist additional details coming soon …

Second Floor – Santa’s Village – FREE geared for kids grade K through 5th

Santa arrives 5:30p.m. He will be escorted to the front of the mansion escorted by the Watertown Police Department bring your camera for your own photo op!  Thank you Watertown Savings Bank

Story Time with Mrs. Claus 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Kids Crafts 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Rudolph’s Café 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. with Hot Cocoa & Cookies

The mansion is located at 440 Talcott Ave. Watertown, MA 02472

Facebook: commandersmansion – 617-926-7755

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Halloween Activities at the Commander’s Mansion’s ‘Lil Monster Mash

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Kids can come down to the Commander’s Mansion for some Halloween fun during the Second Annual ‘lil Monster Mash. The Town of Watertown sent out the following announcement:

The Commander’s Mansion & The Watertown Recreation Department invites you to join us for a FREE Family Friendly Event (suitable for grades K through 5th)

2nd Annual ‘lil Monster Mash Friday, October 27 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Commander’s Mansion 440 Talcott Ave., Watertown (east entrance to the Arsenal on the Charles). For more information call 617.926.7755 or go to facebook.com/commandersmansion & facebook.com/WatertownRecreationDepartment

Watertown DPW will greet you upon arrival or will they? Halloween games, free face painting and our zombie chef will be handing out free pizza slices with refreshments! AND…will you dare to stroll through the haunted rooms upstairs?

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Watertown Arbor Day Celebration Features Food Trucks, Demonstrations

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Watertown’s Commander’s Mansion will host a free Arbor Day Celebration on Thursday, April 27. The celebration will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on April 27, rain or shine. In case of bad weather, the events will be in side the Mansion, 440 Talcott Ave. in Watertown (behind the Arenal on the Charles).  

Grab a bite to eat from the food trucks (they accept credit cards) or pack a picnic and join us for an afternoon of fun for all ages!