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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!

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Commander’s Mansion’s Annual Wedding Showcase Expands to Other Events

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This year, the Watertown’s Commander’s Mansion will again host the Annual Wedding Showcase, but this year the event has been expanded to include other events hosted by the historic home. The Showcase will take place on Saturday, March 4 and Sunday, March 5 from 1-4 p.m. each day. Different vendors will be featured each day. Tammy McKenna, facilities manager at the Commander’s Mansion, said the home has not only been a favorite venue for weddings but for all kinds of events, so the expansion of the showcase was a natural one. It can accommodate up to 200 guests.

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Commander’s Mansion Hosting Annual Wedding & Events Showcase

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Head to the Watertown’s Commander’s Mansion to get information for your wedding, meet vendors and even sample treats. The Annual Weddings & Events Showcase will be Saturday, March 4 & Sunday, March 5 – 1 to 4 p.m. both days. Meet with Boston’s top industry professionals; sample delicious treats, self-tour the property and enter to win some amazing prizes! The Commander’s Mansion is a historic venue located 20 minutes from Boston that can accommodate up to 200 guests. We host all types of events;  from corporate to social and of course weddings!

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Holiday Open House Coming to Watertown’s Commander’s Mansion

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Head to the Commander’s Mansion in Watertown to see Santa, dancers, holiday mocktails and more. 

The historic home located at 440 Talcott Ave. in Watertown, next to the Arsenal on the Charles, will host the Annual Holiday Open House on Thursday, Dec. 1, 2016, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. This is a FREE event and all are welcomed! Take a self-guided tour of the mansion, which has been decorated by local volunteers, the Department of Public Works and Be Our Guest. Enjoy sweet treats thanks to our friends from Dunkin’ Donuts/Riverside Management, Russo’s, Catering with Distinction, Boston Catering & Events, and Sensational Foods

Events

11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and again from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. – Ms. Clause story time and activities

5 p.m. – La Bonne Maison, festive cocktail and hors d’oeuvres demonstrations

5:30 p.m. – Your Bartender Tonight, holiday mocktail concoctions

6:30 p.m. – Ballroom in Boston, dance entertainment

5-7 p.m. – Santa Visit, stop by for self-photos courtesy of Watertown Savings Bank

Two drawings to win a pair of tickets to a NewRep production!