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Stress Management Classes, Winter Warmer Meals and More from Live Well Watertown

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The following announcement was provided by the City of Watertown’s Live Well Watertown:

Live Well offers a variety of free programs to enhance well-being, inspire an active lifestyle, and strengthen community connections. We are committed to providing opportunities that support, promote, and encourage physical, social/emotional, and community wellness.*

Registration is open for the January Mind-Body Health class series! 

~ Community Wellness Programs & Resources ~ 

2025 Mind-Body Monthly Series

Each month, we’ll offer a free 4-week class series to support your mind-body health. Classes will focus on reducing stress, developing strength and balance, enhancing social-emotional wellbeing, and more. Classes will be held at 12:00pm in the Savings Bank Room of the Watertown Public Library. January ~ 3-Body Qigong for Stress ManagementJanuary 7 through 28thTuesdays, 12:00 – 1:00pmWatertown Public Library, Savings Bank RoomRegister HERE

February ~ Smart Strength & BalanceWatch for registration in mid-January

March ~ Vitality Yoga 

April ~ Dancing into Wellness Coming late spring/summer ~ Yoga and Qigong in the Park

Warm Winter Meals 

Wednesday, January 29, 2025Watertown Public Library6:30 – 8:00pmRegister HERE (registration opens on January 15, 2025)

Join us for our annual winter program, featuring seasonal soups, stews, and other warm meals! This year’s program will be in collaboration with members of Watertown Community Gardens. Registration is required. ~ in collaboration with the Watertown Public Library.

Government

Meeting Posting: Public Shade Tree Removal Hearing on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025, 10 a.m.

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The City of Watertown provided the following notice (First published on Dec. 31, at 11:45 a.m.):

In accordance with Chapter 87 of the Massachusetts General Laws, a Public Shade Tree Removal Hearing will be held via Zoom

On: Tuesday, January 7th at 10:00AMAt: https://watertown-ma.zoom.us/j/81211901286

This hearing is to consider the proposed removal of (1) one tree due to sewer reconstruction work. The species and Diameter at Breast Height (DBH)

One (1) Lacebark Elm (10”DBH)

Location: 547 Main Street

Requested by: Water and Sewer Department

Reason for hearing: Proposed removal due to sewer reconstruction work. Questions or concerns regarding this posting should be directed to the

Tree Warden’s office at (617) 972-6420 or email: mmicieli@watertown-ma.gov

Around Town

See Info About New Years Hours for City Departments Trash Delays

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The New Year holiday will impact hours at City facilities, including City Hall, the Library, and the Senior Center. Also, some residents will have trash and recycling pickup delays. See more in the announcement from the City of Watertown, below. Watertown City Hall, Parker Annex, and Senior Center will be closing at noon on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, and will be closed on New Year’s Day, January 1, 2024. The Department of Public Works Office will be closing at 11 AM on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, and will be closed on New Year’s Day.

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Find Out About Christmas Tree Collection in Watertown

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Watertown residents will be able to dispose of their Christmas trees during the coming weeks. See details in the announcement from the City of Watertown below. Christmas trees will be collected on your trash day for three weeks starting from Monday, January 6 through the week of Monday, January 20, 2025. Please make sure to remove all lights and ornaments, and do NOT put the tree in a bag. The city will only collect the tree itself.

Government

See When Councilor John Airasian Will Hold His Annual Meeting with the Public

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City Councilor John Airasian. All City Councilors must have an annual meeting to meet with the public according to the recent changes to the City Charter. City Councilor At-Large John Airasian announced the date of his meeting. See info below. Join City Councilor John Airasian at his Individual Annual City Councilor Meeting on Monday, January 6, 2025 from 6 – 7 PM in the Watertown Police Station Community/Training room, 552 Main Street, Watertown, MA.

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Celebrate Chanukah with Chabad Watertown at Arsenal Yards

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The following announcement was provided by Chabad Watertown:

Celebrate Chanukah with Us: Ice Menorah Lighting, Fire Show & Gelt Drop! Monday, Dec. 30th, 4-6 PM

In partnership with Arsenal Yards, we’re thrilled to invite you to our 3rd annual public menorah lighting ceremony and celebration! – A mesmerizing live fire dance performance

– Chanukah crafts for all ages

– Live music and festive vibes

– Complimentary treats to enjoy

– A Special Gelt Drop from the Watertown Fire Department

Where: Arsenal Yards Mall – Bond Square, 130 Arsenal Yards, Watertown, MA, 02472

RSVP TODAY Here

Entertainment

See This Week’s Small Saves Cartoon!

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James DeMarco grew up in Watertown and became a goaltender at age 5. It’s his life’s passion to stand between the pipes and keep the puck out of the net. Combining this with the love of cartooning Small Saves emerged in 1991 and took on a life of his own. “To play goal – then come home and draw Small Saves — is my ideal definition of a good day.”

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Skate Into 2025 at Ryan Arena with Friends of Watertown Hockey

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The following announcement came from the Friends of Watertown Hockey:

Friends of Watertown Hockey invite you to Skate into 2025 on Wednesday, January 1, 2025 at the JAR (John A Ryan Rink), 1 Paramount Place, Watertown. Free Skate is from 1:15-2:45 p.m.Watertown/Wayland Hockey Game is from at 3 p.m.$10/person – $30/family – Cash or Venmo

We will be collecting canned goods and non-perishable items for the Watertown Food Pantry. Enjoy skating with family and friends then stay to watch the WHS/Wayland Boys Hockey game v. Waltham. Puck drops at 3 p.m.! All ages and skill levels are welcome.