Around Town
Watertown Church Holding Two Christmas Eve Services
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Grace Chapel in Watertown will host a pair of Christmas Eve Services on Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2025. See details in the announcement from Grace Chapel, below.
Mosesian Center for the Arts Announces Inaugural Artist-in-Residence Cohort for 2026
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Lyrical Faith was selected as the Mosesian Center for the Arts’ Ignite Fellow, one of the first group of Artists in Residence.
The following announcement was provided by the Mosesian Center for the Arts:
The Mosesian Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the selected artists for its 2026 Artist-in-Residence Program, including the inaugural Ignite Fellow and the newly created Emerging Artist at Mosesian Arts award. This cohort of artists will be in residence during the Winter and Spring 2026 sessions, bringing a wide range of creative practices to MCA’s studios and engaging the community through public programs and events.
Winter Parking Ban Goes Into Effect Jan. 1, See Off-Street Parking Options
The Winter Parking Ban will be in effect starting on January 1, 2026. The City has options for off-street parking in municipal owned lots. See information provided by the City of Watertown, below.
A Trip to Armenia Inspired Watertown Native’s First Novel
Cris Patvakanian wrote “In the Shadow of Mount Khustup” after visiting Armenia in 2023.
A trip to his homeland of Armenian in 2023 changed Cris Patvakanian’s life, and the experience became the inspiration for his first novel.
Police Log: Fraudulent Pop-Up on Laptop, Driver Faces OUI Charge, Suspect Seen Trying to Enter Parked Vehicles
The following announcement was provided by the Watertown Police Department.
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Development
52-Unit Residential Building on Water Street Approved by Zoning Board
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A view of 108 Water St., the 52-unit residential project approved by the Zoning Board of Appeals. (Eaglebrook Capital)
The Zoning Board of Appeals approved the planned 52-unit residential building at 108 Water Street on Wednesday night after designers made changes to exterior design of the building, along with some other alterations to the first plan presented in November.
Sports
JIM’S VIEW: The Effort Was There, But the Scoring Wasn’t for Boys Hockey Home Opener
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John A. Ryan Arena remains the place to go locally to catch hockey action. Blink your eyes and one game is over and another begins. On Wednesday afternoon at 4 p.m. Woburn came to town, coming off a season-opening loss to Wakefield last Saturday. Watertown/Wayland (W/W) found themselves in the same place after losing at Belmont, also on Saturday, 4-1. Two teams therefore eager to get their first win played hard, but Woburn was simply better on this afternoon on the way to a 4-0 victory.
Around Town
Registration Open for Watertown Recreation’s Winter Programs
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Watertown Recreation Department’s Winter 2026 Programs are here! See details from the Recreation Department, below.
Entertainment
WEEKEND FUN: Gorky Exhibit, Free Mansion Tours, WHS Art Exhibit, Christmas Concert
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This weekend’s solstice marks the point where days stop getting shorter and begin gaining sunlight. Hoorah! We are also in the middle of Chanukah, and Christmas is on its way, in case you hadn’t noticed. These December days are perfect for going to see art, especially if you want to procrastinate on your gift shopping. If you haven’t seen the Gorky show at the Armenian Museum, head on over this weekend. Another art exhibit is the art of Watertown High School students in the second floor gallery of the library. It’s available anytime the library is open. If you are free on Friday midday, Gore Place is offering free tours of the mansion. (It usually costs $16.) It will be decorated for Christmas and their gift shop might be a good place to do some holiday shopping. If you are in the mood for some holiday music, go to the Residence in Watertown Square for a musical Christmas celebration on Saturday afternoon.
Sports
JIM’S VIEW: Boys Basketball Goes Down to Defeat to Woburn in Home Opener
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Watertown Boys Basketball has enjoyed a rich history the past 31 years, all under the stewardship of Head Coach Steve Harrington. Three State Titles (’07, ’09, ’18), as well as appearances in five title games and nine Final Fours. Beyond those numbers are the many young men who have passed through the program and accomplished great things on the Watertown hardwood, and quite often beyond. There is never a time when Watertown basketball goes into a season expecting anything less than competing for the Middlesex League title and a trip to the MIAA Div. 3 Tournament.
Environment
City Council Sends Letter to MWRA Opposing Allowing Sewage Overflow in the Charles River
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Dave MartinA view down the Charles River from the Bridge on North Beacon Street.
The City Council sent a letter to the MWRA opposing allowing sewage overflow from being released into the Charles River and returning to the days when the river was a “dumping ground for sewage.”
Schools
Eight Watertown Students Make Honor Roll at BC High School
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Boston College High School announced the first quarter honor roll, and eight students from Watertown made the grades. See the announcement from BC High, below.