Elections

LETTER: Candidate Discusses Why He is Running for School Committee

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Dear Friends, Neighbors, and Fellow Watertown Residents,

With less than 3 weeks left until Election Day (although you can choose to cast your vote before Nov. 4th), I would like to take this opportunity to reintroduce myself, David Stokes, Candidate for School Committee. Perhaps you have already conversed with me, seen one of my yard signs, read my literature, visited my website, or watched my video. Please read on to find out more about my relevant experience, my longtime dedication, and my broad community focus – which together position me as a strong candidate for School Committee! You might recall that I had the distinct honor of serving on the School Committee 2020-23, through the COVID-19 pandemic.

Entertainment

Free Halloween Event for Watertown Events at Brigham House

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Brigham House invites children and their parents to the annual Halloween Happenings on Oct. 31. See details in the announcement from Brigham House, below. Not a fright in sight at the Annual Halloween Happenings, 341 Mount Auburn St., Watertownat Brigham House Assisted Living, Friday, Oct. 31, 10 a.m. The event is free.

Letters

LETTER: Thanks to All Who Made the Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration a Success

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In these days of discord and conflict, I want to acknowledge and appreciate the many people in Watertown who are working to create and support a welcoming community for all. On Sunday, Oct. 12th, we celebrated Watertown’s fourth celebration of Indigenous Peoples Day and over 200 people, young and old, of various races and ethnicities, joined together to celebrate Indigenous people and culture at the Hosmer Elementary School. The mood was joyous and happy; many participants expressed their enjoyment and appreciation for learning more about Indigenous people. Together, in community, we were able to celebrate and support the original peoples of these lands. I want to thank our planning committee members: Jacqui Gross, Kim Kublius, Nat Harrison, Stephanie Stonefish Ryan and Maria Hendricks for putting in the time and thought to plan, organize and implement this event. I want to thank our funders: Watertown Community Foundation, Watertown Citizens for Peace, Justice and the Environment, World in Watertown, Watertown Savings Bank, Watertown’s Human Rights Commission and Stone and Skillet.

Elections

LETTER: Former Council President Endorses Candidate for Councilor At-Large

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Dear Editor,

Last Wednesday, Oct. 8, Theo Offei, was the Guest on the Eye on Watertown Podcast. I was very impressed with his platform that emphasizing and incorporating important issues that involve all constituents of Watertown rather than a few. As an original member of the Charter Commission that established the current management style; Manager – Council under which we are operating, we set up Districts and At-Large Positions. The Purpose of the Districts were to allow lesser- known Candidates to have a smaller field in order to get known; elected and later vie for an At-Large Position; thus, having new faces. Theo could have taken this District Road to being a member of the Council.

Around Town

City’s Wicked Watertown Event to Features Halloween Fun

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Once again in 2025, the Commander’s Mansion will be the site for Halloween fun during Wicked Watertown. See more details provided by the City of Watertown, below. Wicked Watertown returns to the Commander’s Mansion, located at 440 Talcott Ave., on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025, from 4-8 p.m.! Featuring two sessions of tours for $5 per person and under 3 enters for free (choose your fright level: spooky or scary) plus free outdoor guest experiences including games and activities with Watertown Recreation, stories by flashlight with Watertown Free Public Library, and more Halloween fun!

Around Town

Ribbon Cutting Planned for Lowell Elementary School Playground

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A completion of the revamped Lowell Elementary School Playground will be celebrated with a ribbon cutting. See information provided by the City of Watertown, below. Join the City of Watertown and the J.R. Lowell Elementary School for the grand opening and ribbon cutting of the Lowell playground on Friday, Oct. 24, 2025, at 5 p.m.! All are welcome to come celebrate the opening at the ribbon cutting ceremony and to enjoy the amazing new play structures at the playground.

Entertainment

“Color & Design” Exhibit Showing at Watertown Art Gallery

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Storefront Art Projects presents: Color & Design Nancy Gruskin, Mauryn Kkira, Elizabeth Thach from Oct. 18 – Nov. 22. A reception will be held Saturday, Oct. 18, 6-8 p.m.

Storefront Art Projects is pleased to present Color & Design with Nancy Gruskin, Mauryn Kkira and Elizabeth Thach

Nancy Gruskin distills forms and outlines of objects into abstract shape and line compositions in painting, collage and printmaking.

Elections

LETTER: City Councilor At-Large Candidate Endorsed by Watertown Resident

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Dear Editor,

I write to formally endorse Theo Offei for Councilor At-Large. As a lifelong resident who graduated from the high school in the 90s, I have seen Watertown dramatically change and continue to do so. The Watertown of 2025 requires leaders who reflect our community’s diversity, energy, and forward-thinking. 

Anchored in understanding the power of community and importance of belonging and representation Theo brings a fresh, inclusive, and visionary approach to city governance. A father in his 30s, Theo was born in Ghana, raised in Italy and became a U.S. Citizen in 2020, making him the embodiment of change. With experience in the tech sector, venture capital, real estate development and construction management, Theo’s professional background gave him a strong grasp of budgeting and finance, housing policy, and infrastructure planning. As Vice Chair of the Resident Advisory Committee he has helped staff 24 boards and commissions, which has shaped the city in many ways. The role has provided insight into city operations and residents’ challenges.