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LETTER: Thank You to Marilyn Petitto Devaney for Her Service

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Dear Editor:

I am writing to join those in thanking Marilyn Petitto Devaney, for her Fifty years plus of service as Town Meeting Member, Original Charter Commission Member, Watertown Town Council Member, Governor’s Councilor and Member of the Commission on Disabilities, to Watertown and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. I knew Marilyn loved her community. We often observed her going to just about every Wake in town. This was because growing up here she knew everyone. That is where the name Townie came from. People were either related to each other or had strong relationships with Neighbors.  I learned to watch how I say something. One may say I am talking about Uncle, Aunt and or Cousin. We are taught to be sensitive to the feelings of all people. I met Marilyn in the 1970’s when she was a Town Meeting Member.

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Female Entrepreneurs Bring Together for Yoga and Functional Fitness in Watertown

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The following announcement was provided by Artemis Yoga and Get Lively Studio:

Local, beloved businesses, Artemis Yoga and Get Lively® Studio are teaming up for a unique blend of rejuvenating yoga and functional fitness classes designed to enhance both your physical well-being and overall fitness.  With many shared clientele, Jan and Liz decided to collaborate and bring the best of fitness and yoga to their loyal communities with a set of classes at their respective studios in Watertown, MA. “After meeting years ago through the Watertown Business Coalition, Liz and I have often talked about collaborating as we share many clients who go to both Artemis and Get Lively.  We are really excited to join forces and offer multiple opportunities for the community to try our unique offerings at both studios.”  – Jan Taylor

“At the core of our mission to support student health and wellness, Artemis Yoga and Get Lively are united in our commitment to bring joy, strength, and vitality to the Watertown community. Every day, Jan and I witness the incredible benefits that our mutual students experience from our combination of yoga and mindfulness with strength and functional fitness. We are thrilled to collaborate together with a special series of FREE classes and share why both Get Lively and Artemis Yoga have been trusted wellness leaders in Watertown for nearly a decade! – Liz Padula

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State Rep. Owens Speaking About How Legislation Does or Does Not Get Passed in State House

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The following announcement was provided by Watertown Citizens for Peace, Justice, and the Environment:

Organizations, businesses, and activists are frustrated when major pieces of legislation are not acted on by the Massachusetts Legislature and often left in committees or conference committee when the legislative session ends. On Wednesday, September 18, State Representative Steve Owens will speak at the Monthly Meeting of Watertown Citizens for Peace, Justice, and the Environment.  The program titled, “How does, or doesn’t, legislation get through the Massachusetts Legislature” is a zoom meeting and is co-sponsored by Progressive Watertown and Watertown Forward. The zoom link is https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85288870124?pwd=s4x4xGxqFNf3fCYKJOeAyofwRNZkb2.1 and the program includes – Checking in and Chatting – 6:45 PM, Welcome and Land Acknowledgment – 7:00 PM, Updates from Watertown Citizens’ Working Groups and from Co-sponsors – 7:10 PM, Presentation by Rep. Owens – 7:30 PM, Questions and Discussion – 8:00 PM and Announcements and Closing – 8:30 PM.  If you have questions, please contact watertowncitizens@gmail.com.

Entertainment

Armenian Museum Hosting Reception for Exhibit of Artist Who Creates Photo-Realistic Paintings

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The following announcement was provided by the Armenian Museum of America:

Tigran Tsitoghdzyan is a New York-based artist whose photo-realistic paintings merge an interest in classical and modern art with an emphasis on his own experiences. Tigran’s work is exhibited widely including Art Basel Miami, Cube Art Fair in Times Square, and globally in cities such as Dubai, Singapore, Cannes, Zurich, Monaco, and Brussels. Opening ReceptionThursday, September 196:30 to 8:30 pm

In the Adele and Haig Der Manuelian GalleriesLight refreshments will be served

RSVP by Monday, September 16

RSVP here.

Government

State Rep. Owens Hosting Office Hours With Councilor Gardner

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State Rep. Steve Owens. The following announcement was provided by State Rep. Steve Owens office:

State Rep. Steve Owens, a Democrat in the 29th Middlesex District made up of parts of West Cambridge, North Cambridge, and Watertown, has office hours in Cambridge and Watertown. Office hours will take place on Monday, September 16 from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Watertown Senior Center (31 Marshall St, Watertown), and Tuesday, September 24 from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at La Saison Bakery (407 Concord Ave, Cambridge). Rep. Owens will be joined by Watertown City Councilor Nicole Gardner for office hours on Thursday, September 26 at Addgene (490 Arsenal Way #100, Watertown). The Representative looks forward to hearing from constituents on state-related legislative or personal matters.

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Watertown Chats Coming to This Week’s Farmers Market

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The following announcement was provided by the City of Watertown:

Join Watertown Community Engagement Specialist, Tyler Cote, for the next installment of Watertown Chats! Tyler will be at the Watertown Farmers’ Market, located at Saltonstall Park (next to City Hall 149 Main Street) on Wednesday, September 18, 2024 for anyone and everyone to stop by and chat with him about Watertown. Whether you have a question, an idea, concern, or just looking to speak with a member of the City, you can stop by anytime between 2:30 and 6:30pm to meet with Tyler (no appointments needed). Learn more about the Chats and to keep up to date on the schedule.

Entertainment

See the Attractions Planned for the 2024 Faire on the Square

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The 25th anniversary of Watertown’s Faire on the Square is one week away, on Saturday, September 21, 2024, from 12-5 p.m. at Saltonstall Park! The City of Watertown provided the following information:

There is a full afternoon of fun attractions planned for all ages:

Mechanical rides

Bounce house

Kids Zone

Live music

Animal Adventures Family Zoo and Rescue Center

Food court

100+ vendors from in and around Watertown

and more… Visit www.faireonthesquare.com for more event details. https://www.watertownmanews.com/2024/09/07/see-the-music-lineup-for-the-2024-faire-on-the-square/

Entertainment

Comic: See What Small Saves Bought with His Birthday Money

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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.”