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Learn All About Fungus at the Watertown Library! Events for All Ages

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The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Free Public Library:

The library that brought you Space Week is landing back on planet earth. May 5-8, the Watertown Free Public Library (WFPL) is hosting its first-ever Fungus Week! Community members of all ages are invited to learn more about our most underrated bio kingdom: fungi! During Fungus Week, children will have a chance to learn “How Trees Talk” with the help of fungus. Grades 6–12 will be able to observe mushrooms growing in enclosed habitats in the Teen Room, and adults can register to learn the principles of fermentation, mushroom identification, and more.

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LETTER: Non-Emergency Water Work on Holy Day

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Greetings Councilors:

Has your residence been subjected to the nonemergency (Click here) CIP Project 2 Sewer Rehabilitation [shut off]? Specifically, on a Holy Day (Good Friday & Passover), when your family is preparing for a weekend religious observance? Well …, welcome to the East End! Did you know: the news for folks, who reside on sections of Keenan St., Mt. Auburn St.

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Live Well Watertown Hosting Event About Building Your Community Network

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The following announcement was provided by Live Well Watertown:

Join us for refreshments and conversation about fostering social and community connections! Tuesday, April 29, 7:00 – 8:30pmWatertown Public LibraryRegister here: Build Your Watertown Community Network EventLocally made tea and cookies will be served

Learn about the health benefits of social connections

Hear from neighborhood organizers on how to build communication channels or hold a block party

Receive resources and information about volunteer opportunities

Get inspired to cultivate connectivity or get involved in your community! A Live Well Watertown initiative in collaboration with Watertown’s Community Engagement Specialist and Watertown Community Conversations

Community Connect is a new initiative aimed at cultivating social connectedness, meaningful collaborations, and a shared sense of belonging. Join us in creating a resilient community that supports social wellbeing, values diversity, and collective growth. Community connections have been noted to increase both individual well-being as well as community well-being.

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10 Watertown Organizations Named Winners in WSB Annual Customer Choice Awards

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The Watertown Boys & Girls Club received a Customer Choice Award. Pictures Kelly Cronin from WSB, the Boys & Girls Club’s Kerry Evans, Gary Beatty, Megan O’Halloran, and WSB CEO Brett Dean). Watertown Savings Bank recently announced the winners of the annual Customer Choice Awards. See the announcement from the Bank below. On Wednesday, April 9, Watertown Savings Bank (WSB) distributed $100,000.00 amongst 33 local non-profit organizations chosen by its banking customers and local residents, at their 26th Annual Customer Choice Awards Night held at the American Legion Post 440 in Newton.

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Water Service Restored After Pipe Break in East Watertown

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Water service was restored to residents of the East End on Tuesday afternoon several hours after a water main break near Coolidge Square. The announcement from the City about the water supply main break went out at about 10:40 a.m. on April 22. The break occurred at Elton and Nichols avenues. Repairs were completed by the Department of Public Works Tuesday afternoon, with the announcement going out at about 3:30 p.m.

The City advised residents that their water may be impacted by the break, including being discolored. “If your water is discolored, it is recommended to run your cold water through a faucet until it clears up,” the announcement from the City said.

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Armenian Museum’s Exhibit Features Work of Contemporary Artist Varujan Boghosian

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“Self-Portrait as a Lion,” is part of the Armenian Museum of America’s exhibit of the art of Varujan Boghosian. The following announcement was provided by the Armenian Museum of America:

The Armenian Museum of America of Watertown (Boston) recently announced a new exhibition of 45 works by Armenian-American artist Varujan Boghosian. “Fragments of Memory: The Art and Legacy of Varujan Boghosian” offers a rare opportunity to experience the elegant, poetic constructions created by an artist who left a profound mark on the world of contemporary art. Curated by Ryann Casey, the exhibition is sponsored by the Alan and Isabelle Der Kazarian Foundation. Varujan Boghosian (1926–2020) was more than just an artist; he was a mentor, a teacher, and a friend to many.

Letters

LETTER: How Will Supreme Court Decide What is an “Official Act”?

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America has experienced nothing but chaos, suspected election interference from a foreign country, unrest, prejudges and the division of common people since Trump came down the escalator at the Trump Tower in New York City announcing his candidacy for President of the United States. I guess this discord laid dormant or underground for years; however, he has made it acceptable and Hell seems to have erupted. We are told that during his first term cabinet officials kept him in check from executing his wildest impulses. However, he has considered himself unfettered in his actions after the Supreme Court’s decision on July 1, 2024, granting him limited immunity. This ruling stated that presidents, including former ones, have immunity from prosecution for “official acts” carried out during their tenure.

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Mt. Auburn Street Work Includes Road Closure for Utility Pole Installation

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The City of Watertown provided the following update on the Mt. Auburn Street Project:

Mount Auburn Street Project Update – Week of April 21, 2025 through April 25, 2025

No work scheduled on Patriots’ Day (4/21/2025). Conduit installation continues down Mount Auburn Street. Utility pole installation planned for Tuesday. Conduit Installation Continues Down Mount Auburn

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