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Watertown Boys & Girls Club Hosting Charity Golf Tournament

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The Watertown Boys & Girls Club will host the 43rd Annual Stephen P. Mugar Golf Tournament on Aug. 24, 2020 to raise money for the club. The Boys & Girls Club sent out the following information:

Our single largest fundraiser of the year! Whether you choose to play in the tournament, sponsor a hole or donate an auction item, you will have a hand in transforming the lives of young people in our community. The Mugar Family will match the tournament’s net profits up to $80,000, in memory of one of the Club’s founding members, Stephen P. Mugar!

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Watertown Boys & Girls Club Closing as Precaution for Coronavirus

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The Watertown Boys & Girls Club announced it will follow the lead of the Watertown Public Schools and will close temporarily as a precaution after the outbreak of the Coronavirus in the area. Executive Director Renee Gaudette said: “At this point in time, WBGC will remain closed in sync with Watertown Public Schools. We are working closely with all town departments to ensure the safety of our members, families and community.” She added that updates about Club operations will be posted to the WBGC website (http://www.watertownbgc.org/) and Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/WatertownBoysandGirlsClub/). Originally, the Club planned to close for deep cleaning and reopen on Monday, but that was before the Watertown School’s decision to close through March 27.

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Summer Positions Available at the Watertown Boys & Girls Club

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Watertown Boys & Girls Club announced it is now accepting Camp Counselor applicants for the 2020 calendar year. Swim Camp Counselors

Requirements:

16 years of age minimumLifeguard certified preferred but not requiredFirst Aid & CPR certified or the ability to attend our certification courseBackground in youth work preferred but not requiredPrevious swimming experience a plusAvailable from June – August 

Summer Adventure at Hale Camp Counselor

Requirements:

High school graduate or entering final year of high schoolFirst Aid & CPR certified or the ability to attend our certification courseBackground in youth work preferredAvailable from June – August 

Summer Camp Aide * Works with both Swim Camp and with Summer Adventure

Requirements:

Experience in a school, after-school and/or camp program in a 1:1 roleAcademic Paraprofessional and/or enrolled in school, working towards an applicable degreeExperience and familiarity working with children with mental health and/or behavioral needsExperience working in an inclusive setting preferredExcellent communication skillsFlexibility and ability to adapt to changing circumstancesFirst Aid & CPR certified or the ability to attend our certification courseAvailable from June – August 

Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to the Watertown Boys & Girls Club Directors listed below:

Swim Camp Counselor Applicants: ehickey@watertownbgc.org

Summer Adventure at Hale Camp Counselor Applicants: rmoise@watertownbgc.org 

Summer Camp Aide: roneill@watertownbgc.org

'80s Music

Get Back to the ’80s at the Watertown Boys & Girls Club Fundraiser

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Take a trip back to the 1980s and raise money to help the youth of Watertown. Leap Back to the 80s at the fundraising event and support the Watertown Boys & Girls Club Great Futures Campaign. The evening of fun for adults 21 and over features a DJ spinning the hits of the ’80s, hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. The event will be held on Saturday, Feb. 29, 2020, from 6:30–11:30 p.m. at the Boys & Girls Club, 25 Whites Ave., Watertown.

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Boys & Girls Club Running a February School Vacation Program

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The following information was provided by the Watertown Boys & Girls Club:

Looking for a fun time for your kids during February Vacation Week? Registration is open for Watertown Boys & Girls Club February School Vacation Program. The program is offered Tuesday 2/18/20 thru Friday 2/21/20 from 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. for youth ages 7-13. The cost is $45.00 a day and thanks to a generous grant from Watertown Community Foundation, healthy lunch is included! All youth attending the program must be a member and registered for the program.

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See How to Donate to Watertown Organizations on #GivingTuesday

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Tuesday, Dec. 3 is Giving Tuesday, and if you would like to give locally, here are a few opportunities. The following came from the donation information provided by these Watertown-based groups:

Watertown Community Foundation

There is no better way to see the true impact of your donation than to give where you live. We hope you’ll think of the Watertown Community Foundation on #GivingTuesday. Make a local impact every single day of the year.

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Watertown Mall’s Giving Tree Benefits Boys & Girls Club

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The Watertown Mall’s Giving Tree. The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Mall:

The Watertown Mall’s giving tree is filled with ornaments for this Holiday season and will benefit the Watertown Boys & Girls Club. The Giving Tree is located in the common area of the mall, near Miss Maria’s School of Dance. If you would like to make a child’s holiday wish come true, simply take an ornament off the tree, buy the gift listed on the tag, and return it to mall staff unwrapped (Management Team, Maintenance Staff, Security Officers). Gifts must be dropped off by Monday, Dec.

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Annual Watertown Boys & Girls Club Harvest Festival Coming Up

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The Boys & Girls Club will once again host its Harvest Festival/

Watertown Boys & Girls Club will once again be hosting their annual Harvest Carnival

The Harvest Carnival will take place at the Club on Monday, Oct. 28 from 6–8 p.m. Fun for the whole family and all are welcome! The event includes carnival games, a prize barn, a ghost walk, best costume contest, and a bake sale. The cost is $3 for 10 game tickets with a canned good and $5 for 10 game tickets without a canned good. Please note the Club will not be open for after school drop-in or registered programs on Monday, Oct.