Around Town

Wayside Multi’s Staff Member Helps Empower Youth, Works on Substance Use Prevention

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The following information was provided by the Wayside Multi-Service Center:

Staff Spotlight: Youth Engagement Specialist Christina Lupica. Since first joining the Wayside Multi, Christina has been a vital part of the Watertown community. She is dedicated to empowering youth through peer leadership, wellness groups, and programs focused on positive coping strategies as an alternative to substance use. Christina oversees the WYC and Peer Leadership Program, and she is also a member of W2B2 Youth Wellness Coalition and Watertown Anti-Bias Coalition. Additionally, she runs life-skills groups for 12-22 year olds in Watertown and Waltham through Community Innovations program.

Entertainment

See What’s Coming to the 2025 Faire on the Square on Saturday

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Watertown’s biggest celebration, the 2025 Faire on the Square, will be at Saltonstall Park on Saturday, Sept. 13 from noon to 5 p.m. See the highlights below. Over 120 local non-profit and business booths plus “Meet Your City” (see full list of participants at https://www.faireonthesquare.com/)

Free guest experiences: 

live DJ

face painting with Watertown’s Public Arts and Culture Committee

 photo booth

airbrush tattoo applications

WHS Robotics Team demonstrations

balloon artist

popcorn sponsored by Watertown Savings Bank

Animal Adventures show at 1pm

Enjoy lunch and dessert at the Food Court and check out this year’s new Cooking Competitions! Battle of the Bowls: Restaurant Chili Cook-Off presented by Roche Bros. at Arsenal Yards – free chili samples provided by Roche Bros while supplies last!

Elections

Chamber Hosting Virtual Debate for District C City Council Candidates

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Candidates for the City Council District C seat will appear in a debate hosted by the Charles River Regional Chamber on Monday, September 22, 2025 from 1:30-2:30 p.m. via Zoom. The Chamber provided the following information:

Join us for the virtual debate between the candidates, Vincent Piccirilli and Andres Guzman, competing in Watertown’s November 4th citywide election for the open District C seat. Our focus will be on issues related to economic development, housing, workforce, supporting our nonprofits, and the environment, but more general topics may be discussed as well. Questions from the business community in advance are welcome. This event will be recorded and shared later.

Entertainment

Good News Gus! Brings Music, Magic & Puppets to the Mosesian Center for the Arts

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The following announcement was provided by the Mosesian Center for the Arts:

The Mosesian Center for the Arts invites families and community members of all ages to enjoy Good News Gus!, a lively and interactive puppet show led by the multi-talented performer Harry Lacoste. The event takes place Sunday, September 21 at 1 p.m. at the Mosesian Center for the Arts, 321 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA. Harry Lacoste – singer, magician, puppeteer, and all-around joy-bringer – brings his lovable puppet pal, Gus, to the stage for an afternoon filled with music, magic, and heartwarming laughs. With years of experience entertaining children across the country, Harry infuses each performance with creativity, energy, and genuine joy. Good News Gus!

Obituaries

OBIT: Sebastian ‘Busty’ Santoro, 87, Founder of Santoro’s Service Center

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Sebastian “Busty” Santoro

Sebastian ‘Busty’ Santoro age 87 of Belmont, Sept 7, 2025. Beloved husband to Elizabeth ‘Betty” (Rosati) Santoro. Loving father of Tina Conlon & her husband Daniel, Lisa Santoro & Walter Santoro & his wife Franca. Cherished “Papa” to David Conlon and “Grandpa” to Adam & Giancarlo Spofford. He is the dear brother to Virginia Mancuso and the late Marie Lojko, Grace Whitezell, Pasquale Santoro, John Santoro, Domenic Santoro, Peter Santoro & Anthony Santoro. 

Busty was best known in the community as the proud founder of Santoro’s Service Center, which he opened in 1967.

Around Town

Gore Place Hosting Farm to Table Dinner

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The following announcement was provided by Gore Place:

Sunday, September 21, at 4:00 p.m. Come celebrate the Farm at Gore Place and the end of summer! Gather with guests from across Greater Boston for a seasonal, chef-curated meal celebrating local agriculture, sustainability, and community. In case of rain, dinner will take place in our spacious and modern Event Tent. Tickets are now available at goreplace.org. Dinner will be supervised by Chef Ian Davey.

Entertainment

Watertown Actor Stars in Production of Shakespeare’s Hamlet

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T. Perry plays Horatio in Yorick Ensemble’s production of “Hamlet.” The following information was provided by Yorick Ensemble:

Local theatre company Yorick Ensemble honors its namesake by taking on one of Shakespeare’s most iconic plays – “Hamlet.” One of the major roles is being played by an actor from Watertown. “Hamlet” will be performed for free on the Needham Town Common from September 5-13 and feature a wide array of talent local to the Greater Boston Area. Watertown’s T. Perry is playing Horatio in the production.