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The Charles River Chamber will host a free coffee networking event at Arsenal Yards in July. Make connections at the event at the River Green near Roche Bros. in Arsenal Yards. Also joining the event will be the Watertown Business Coalition. Members of both groups and non-members are welcome
The Charles River Chamber serves Watertown, Newton, Needham, and Wellesley.
The Watertown Business Coalition invites the local business community, non-profits, arts organizations and others to come together at the kick off to summer at Donohue’s Bar & Grill. The free event will be at Donohue’s back patio on Wednesday, June 22 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
“We would be absolutely thrilled to see everyone! It will be cash bar with delicious Donohue’s appetizers. Please bring your co-workers, employees, significant others, friends, neighbors … let’s pack the house!” the WBC announcement said.
Charlie BreitroseWatertown City Hall
Officials from City Hall will talk about the process of updating Watertown’s primary planning document, the Comprehensive Plan, during an event hosted by the Watertown Business Coalition. The networking event will be held at City Hall (149 Main St.) in the Council Chambers on Wednesday, May 18 from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
The City is updating the Watertown Comprehensive Plan, which was adopted in 2015. The document that lays out the vision for the future development in Watertown and includes economic development, land use, and transportation.
Enjoy coffee and pastries will be provided by O’Some Café. Register by clicking here.
Natalie Nigito PhotographyKatie Sherburne, human resources manager at Forma Therapeutics speaks during the Life Sciences Panel at Hosmer School. Looking on, from right to left, are: Chris Nasveschuk, senior vice president of chemistry at C4 Therapeutics, Mark Bamforth, CEO of Arranta Bio, Watertown Superintendent Dede Galdston, and Watertown K-7 Math and Science Coordinator Elizabeth Kaplan
The life science industry has discovered Watertown, with the city becoming home to a growing number of pharmaceutical, medical and other biotech companies. Recently, representatives from a few of these companies joined Watertown educators at a forum hosted by the Watertown Business Coalition. The event took place at the new Hosmer Elementary School on April 27. The groups spoke about how they collaborate, and opportunities for the future.
The Watertown Business Coalition will be presenting it second annual Life Sciences Panel and Exhibition. The event will be held at the brand new Hosmer Elementary School. The Watertown Business Coalition provided the following information:
We invite you to join us on Wednesday, April 27, from 5:30-7:45 p.m. for our second annual Life Sciences panel and exhibition. See where the life science companies located in Watertown, or soon to be located in Watertown. Get the opportunity to share more about their business and learn and interact with the local business community and Watertown residents.
The Watertown Business Coalition invites the public to hear about what’s going on in the arts in the City, and do some networking. The WBC provided the following information:
When: Wednesday, April 13, at 8:30am
Where: Mosesian Center for the Arts
What: Join us for our next IN-PERSON Coffee Connect where you will have the chance to see old friends and meet new people from the business and arts community in Watertown, see the newly renovated MCA, and hear from MCA Executive Director Darren Farrington about the 2022 Calendar of Events at the MCA. ADDITIONALLY, our friend Liz Helfer (Watertown Public Arts & Culture Planner) and Kristen Kenny (Watertown Arts Market Chair) will speak on initiatives and opportunities coming to town including the next Watertown Arts Market in August at Arsenal Park!
Refreshments to be provided by Danish Pastry House and Dunkin’/Riverside Management. Free Event RSVP NOW!
Natalie WatanabeA local artist leads a craft activity at the Watertown Arts Market in 2021. The following announcement was provided by the City of Watertown:
The Watertown Business Coalition is delighted to partner with the City of Watertown to announce the 2nd annual Watertown Arts Market which will take place at Arsenal Park on Saturday, August 13, 2022 from 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm. Once again, this celebratory event brings together the abundance of artists, arts and cultural organizations, and related businesses serving Watertown. The Watertown Arts Market will be free to attend. More information is available atwww.watertownartsmarket.com.
The Watertown Business Coalition is hosting a Young Professionals Networking and Whiskey Tasting on Thursday, March 24. The event is from 6-8 p.m. at Gordon’s Fine Wines & Liquors in Arsenal Yards, 92 Arsenal Yards Blvd. Sample some whiskey and enjoy snacks provided by Roche Bros. Recent grads, new residents/employees are all welcome!
The event is free, but space is limited and tickets are required. RSVP by clicking here.