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Spring has definitely sprung, and with that warmer weather is coming a new biergarten at Gore Place, that will be open only on weekends from now until October. They will serve beer and hard seltzers, but also non-alcoholic drinks. So it will be a lovely place to gather outside at the end of a workweek. Watertown Children’s Theater is putting on a show of “Amelie.” This is their teen edition, so I encourage you to take in this fun romantic comedy.
The following information was provided by Storefront Art Projects:
Storefront Art Projects presents: “The Jane Gang: Drawing Meets Painting” featuring Jane Goldman and Friends. The exhibit runs May 2-30, 2026. A reception will be held on Saturday, May 2, 1-4 p.m.
With art by: Jane Goldman, Sharon Adams, Diana Bailey, Barbara Berke, Mike Claflin, Henrietta Davis, Sarah Hickler, Fran Hiller, Barbara Hoppin,Sally Lebwohl, Melinda Mesmer, Joan Savitsky, Sandy Shaw, Betsy Tuttle, Betsy Zeldin
Since the pandemic, well known artist Jane Goldman has been teaching Zoom classes in drawing and watercolor. The participants have become supportive friends who inspire Jane and each other.
Jane’s students say: “Jane Goldman combines professional rigor with playful creativity, offering mentorship in watercolor that is personal, challenging, and inspiring.”
“I learned to love watercolor painting in Jane’s class. Each time I pick up a paint brush I’m challenged to capture the magic of light on paper!”
“Drawing with Jane on Mondays has been a highlight of my week for the past couple of years.
The following announcement was provided by Historic New England and the Historical Society of Watertown:
Join Historic New England and local cultural organizations for an afternoon of history, culture, and connection. Explore the Browne House, enjoy family-friendly activities and lawn games, browse books at the mobile library, and meet your neighbors as we celebrate Watertown’s rich heritage. Participating organizations include:
Watertown Free Public LibraryHistorical Society of WatertownWatertown Public Arts & CultureThe Pigsgusset InitiativeCharles River Museum of Industry and InnovationGore PlaceFriends of Mount Auburn
WHEN: Saturday, May 2, 10:00 a.m.– 1:30 p.m.
WHERE: Browne House, 562 Main Street, Watertown, MA 02472
ADDITIONAL DETAILS:
● Parking in the Police Station lot next door or on Main Street is encouraged. There is no parking on site for this event.● There are steps to enter the house, and the site is not equipped with ramps, elevators, or lifts. And there is no public restroom.
Browne House
Do you happen to speak French or just love the sound of it? The French Theater Project is presenting Soie on Friday and Saturday evenings at the Mosesian, a fun way to start the weekend. (there will be English subtitles.) On Saturday there is going to be a garden party at the Browne House, the oldest house in Watertown. If you haven’t seen it, it is definitely worth a quick tour. Get in a game of crocket and check out the music while you’re there.
Gore Place.. Gore Place will host a set of special tours focused on the wallpapers in the mansion that dates back to the early 19th century. See more information in the announcement from Gore Place, below. From May 8 through July 10, visitors to Gore Place will get to view a special exhibition of Gore Place wallpapers as part of the regularly scheduled mansion tour.
Guests interested in seeing the exhibition should make a tour reservation at goreplace.org. Walk-ins are also welcome.
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.”
It is school vacation week, so many young families may be out of town, but for those who remained, you may be looking for some fun things to do right here. Friday from 4-5 there is a reptile show at the library for families with children ages 3-11. Friday evening there is a performance at the Mosesian of the Post-Meridian Radio Players, an audio drama of a few funny short stories by P.G. Woodhouse. Take your older children to get some laughs in. Saturday or Sunday morning you could go out for brunch at Branch Line.
The Lit Squad tent at the Watertown Arts Market. Watertown’s Lit Squad is a cohort of writers who reside in Watertown and neighboring communities and who first gathered in 2021 to celebrate their word arts as part of the annual Watertown Arts Market. Since then they have exhibited at each WAM with a sales booth for their works, a program of featured readings and open mic, and with a new edition of their POETS AND WRITERS SAMPLER, featuring brief samples of local writers’ works.. They’re now open to receive submissions for the 2026 edition. See announcement and guidelines below.
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.”
