Entertainment
See the Latest Adventures of Small Saves in This Week’s Comic
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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.
Robotics Company Builds on Watertown’s History of Manufacturing in Former Mill Building
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Tutor Intelligence’s Data Factory 1, which has 100 AI robots performing tasks, is part of the company’s new headquarters at Riverworks in Watertown (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
A building along the Charles River in Watertown where textiles were once made has a new tenant involved in manufacturing. Tutor Intelligence creates AI robots that are used by companies from coast to coast.
School Committee Update: Budget, Fees, Cell Phones in Schools, Special Ed Strategy
By Kendra FoleyChair, Watertown School Committee
The Watertown School Committee has been busy over the last two months tackling budget decisions, discussing policy changes, and reviewing educational data that affects our school community.
Lafayette Celebrated (Again) in Watertown for Contributions to American Revolution
Watertown officials celebrated the new historical marker in honor of General Lafayette. From left, Council Vice President Vincent Piccirilli, Council President Mark Sideris, Marilynne Roach of the Historical Society, City Manager George Proakis, Julien Icher of the Lafayette Trail, Joyce Kelly from the Historical Society, and City Councilor Caroline Bays. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
On a drizzly, cool morning, a small crowd of Watertown history buffs came out to celebrate a Frenchman who played an important role in winning the American Revolution. During the ceremony, Watertown’s newest historical marker was unveiled, honoring the Marquis de Lafayette, who served as a general in the American Army.
Police Log: Multiple Shoplifters Arrested, Fake Trial Scam Costs $14K and Illegal Dumpings
The following information was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
More Headlines
JIM’S VIEW: Boston Renegades Beep Baseball Team Plays At Fenway Park For The First Time
Fire Hits East End Home, Residents Evacuated by Alert Witnesses
BOSTON MARATHON: See How the 39 Watertown Runners Fares in the 2026 Edition
Charity
More Than 400 Volunteer Opportunities During 12th Annual Watertown Helps Out
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Watertown Helps Out starts soon and there are hundreds of ways to give back to the community. See more information in the announcement provided by the Watertown Community Foundation, below.
Around Town
Cook With Greens Grown in the Watertown School’s Farm at the Next Eat Well Watertown Program
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Produce growing in the Watertown Public Schools’ Freight Farm. (Contributed Photo)
Watertown High School has a farm in a freight container, and the next Eat Well Watertown event features cooking demonstrations using the greens grown by WHS students. See details in the announcement from Live Well Watertown, below.
Real Estate
Nearly Two Dozen Open Houses Around Watertown This Week
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See all the open houses in town over the final weekend of April.
Entertainment
WEEKEND FUN: Family Yoga, Reptiles, Brunch, Sheep, Radio Dramas on Stage
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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. I typically think of diners for brunch but take a look at the Branch Line menu! It has a great selection including waffles and fried chicken, a special brunch for vacation week. Saturday afternoon, there are a couple of family yoga classes at Artemis Yoga. What’s more fun than doing downward dog, and cat and cow with your four year old with other kids and parents all around? I have a feeling that includes laughter too. Most of the day on Saturday, the Gore Estate will be hopping with their sheep shearing festival. There is sheep shearing to watch, but also live music performances, craft and fiber artists, herding dogs and interactive workshops. April vacation, Watertown is here for you!
Business
Chamber’s Spring Breakfast Features Monster.com Founder, Non-Profit Panel
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The Charles River Regional Chamber’s Spring Business Breakfast will be on Friday, May 15, 7-9:30 a.m. at the Sheraton Needham. See details in the announcement from the Chamber, below.
Around Town
Swap Shop Returns to Watertown Recycling Center in May
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The following information came from the City of Watertown:
The Watertown Swap Shop will be open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the First Saturday of every month unless otherwise noted (weather depending) from April through October. The hours of operation will be dependent upon the availability of volunteers to oversee the program. Closed during the winter months.
Charity
Watertown Refugee Support Group Receives Essential Needs Grant from Watertown Community Foundation
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The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Citizens Refugee Support Group:
The Watertown Citizens Refugee Support Group (WCRSG), a working group of Watertown Citizens for Peace, Justice and the Environment (WCPJE), is pleased to announce the receipt of a 2026 Essential Needs Grant from the Watertown Community Foundation.