Elections

Northeast UAW Endorses State Senate Candidate

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Daniel Lander. The following announcement was provided by Daniel Lander for State Senate:

Daniel Lander announced today that his campaign has been endorsed by UAW Region 9A, a union representing thousands of workers across the northeast and right here in this district. The endorsement emphasizes Daniel’s commitment to supporting working people who are strugglingunder the leadership of a state senator that does not stand up for worker’s rights. UAW represents workers across greater Boston, including graduate student workers at Harvard who went on strike this spring after Harvard failed to offer a fair contract. Daniel Lander was proud to join the picket line to support workers fighting for fair benefits, protections from harassment, and a livable wage.

Entertainment

Families Invited to Annual Teddy Bear Picnic at Brigham House

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Watertown families are invited to Brigham House for the Teddy Bear Picnic. See details below provided by Watertown Families Together. Once again because of the generosity of the Marshall Home Fund, families with young children are invited to a morning of summer fun. On August 13 th at 10 a.m. children and caregivers are welcome to attend the ANNUAL TEDDY BEAR PICNIC. This annual event brings generations together to enjoy music with Ruth as well as treats, a teddy bear clinic where teddies get a check-up, crafts and all sorts of surprises.

Elections

Former Boston Mayor Backs State Senate Candidate

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Will Brownsberger

The following announcement was provided by the Brownsberger Committee:

Former Boston Mayor Marty Walsh announced today that he is endorsing State Senator Will Brownsberger in his campaign for reelection to the Massachusetts Senate. Walsh formally announced the endorsement at a press conference on Monday, July 27, at the State House steps. 

“Will just puts his head down and gets things done,” Walsh said. “I have worked with a lot of legislators over the years, and Will is the kind of partner you want in office. He does not chase attention. He shows up, does the work, and delivers results for the people he represents.

Entertainment

Edible Plants 2027— Local Food Service Providers Wanted to Merge Culinary Art with Area Ecology

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“Huckleberry” by Donna Calleja, acrylic on wood board, 2022. The following announcement was provided by the City of Watertown:

The Watertown Public Arts & Culture Committee has officially opened applications for local food service providers to participate in Edible Plants 2027, the third iteration of the city’s popular interdisciplinary community project. For the first time, the initiative is expanding its horizons from visual and literary arts into the culinary world, inviting up to ten local restaurants, caterers, and food creators to prototype innovative, flora-inspired menu items.

The project, part of the aptly titled “Edible Watertown,” uses artistic and scientific exploration to promote climate awareness and celebrate the wild, edible plants growing right in Watertown’s backyard. Selected food service providers will receive a $2,000 stipend to develop a new recipe or refresh an existing one featuring specific local plants, such as wild leeks (ramps), pawpaws, juneberries, and dandelions. “Edible Watertown connects people with the environment right outside their door,” said project creator, Sally Young.

Entertainment

Watertown Resident Madeleine Jenness Joins Cast of “Sunset Boulevard”

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Madeleine Jenness

The following announcement was provided by Moonstruck Theater Company:

Watertown resident Madeleine Jenness will take the stage in Somerville this summer as a member of the ensemble in Moonstruck Theater Company’s production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Boulevard. Performances run Aug. 6-15 at The Rockwell in Davis Square. A Seattle native now living in Watertown, Jenness has been performing in musicals since childhood and considers singing and dancing among her greatest passions. She was most recently seen as a Sword Dancer in The Concord Players’ production of “Brigadoon.”

Entertainment

Watertown Arts Day — Enjoy the 6th Arts Market, Dance, Culture & Community

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Watertown will be brimming with arts activities on Aug. 8, 2026. The day begins with the annual Watertown Arts Market at Arsenal Park, featuring more than 100 artists, music, performances, kids’ activities and food for sale. Afterward, catch a Latin dance performance and lessons nearby, hosted by the Mosesian Center for the Arts. See details provided by the Watertown Arts Market, below.

Entertainment

Watertown Police Hosting National Night Out — Movie, Games, Food & Demonstrations

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Families are invited to the Watertown Police Department’s National Night Out on Aug. 4, where there will be a movie, food, bounce houses, police dog demos, and more. See details provided by the WPD, below. Join the Watertown Police Department and the Watertown Recreation Department for a free, fun-filled community celebration on Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026, from 5-8 p.m, followed by a movie beginning at 8 p.m.

Come down to the Watertown Police Department at 552 Main St.

Around Town

Watertown Non-Profits & Organizations Can Make PSAs at WCA-TV

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The following announcement was provided by Watertown Cable:

It’s time for WCA-TV PSA Day! Watertown nonprofits and organizations have the opportunity to sign up to film a PSA at WCA-TV Studio on Aug. 17, 2026 from 1-4 p.m.

WCA-TV will edit the PSA for you. All you need to do is bring an idea and script. The PSAs created will then be broadcasted on WCA-TV’s Public Channels, as well as uploaded to our site.Organizations have the option to film to coordinate with WCA-TV to film a PSA at a different location.