Entertainment

WEEKEND FUN: Nutcracker on Stage & on Screen, Vintage Market, Jingle Jam & Yoga

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I am returning from an extended vacation and a visit from COVID with a very Christmas-themed Watertown weekend, my apologies for missing the Chanukah party last weekend. This weekend Watertown is digging into Christmas seriously with both a movie and a live performance of the Nutcracker. The performance at the Mosesian Center is a ballet that takes a different twist on the story. The film of a traditional ballet performance is at the Majestic 7. At Grace Chapel on Sunday afternoon, there is a kid-focused Christmas party, and at Arsenal Yards, a cool pop-up market for buying sustainable locally made gifts.

Business

Medium Rare “Steaks” Its Claim in Beantown at Arsenal Yards

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Steak and frites is on the menu at Medium Rare, which opened at Arsenal Yards. (Courtesy of Medium Rare)

Arsenal Yards welcomes a new restaurant specializing in steak frites. See details in the announcement below. Medium Rare, the original sizzling single-choice Steak Frites prix fixe meal experience from Washington, D.C., is now “steaking” its claim in the greater Boston area. The new location at 107 Bond Sq.

Around Town

Take a Polar Plunge with the Watertown Police to Raise Money for Special Olympics

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Members of the Watertown Police Department will be taking a chilly dip in February and they invite others to join them to raise money and awareness for the Special Olympics of Massachusetts. Watertown Police Officer Michael Scafidi will be organizing the Polar Plunge, which will take place at Arsenal Yards on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025 beginning at 11 a.m.

“There’s plunges going on all across the state and we decided to get onboard and do one here in Watertown. We are going to do it right in Bond Square in Arsenal Yards,” Scafidi said. Special Olympics will bring its mobile pool for the Polar Plunge, which is like a swimming pool on wheels.

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Dog Grooming Salon and Spa Opening Location in Watertown

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The following announcement was provided by Arsenal Yards:

Splash and Dash Groomerie & Boutique, a premier dog grooming salon, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its newest location in Watertown! Known for its professional grooming services, premium doggie spa treatments, and convenient membership options, Splash and Dash is bringing its trusted brand to Watertown to cater to pet parents who want only the best for their furry companions. 

Located at Arsenal Yards (539 Arsenal Street), the Watertown salon offers the same high-quality grooming services and customer care that Splash and Dash has become known for, including:

Signature “Unlimited Monthly Bath Memberships” – making it easier than ever to keep your dog fresh and clean year-round. Professional Grooming Services tailored to fit your pet’s unique needs. Pampering Spa Treatments for the ultimate in pet luxury. Retail Boutique stocked with eco-friendly, pet-safe products.

Entertainment

Arsenal Yards Welcomes the Holiday Season with Festive Events for the Whole Family

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Arsenal Yards has a lineup of events for the Holidays. (Courtesy of Arsenal Yards)

There will be a variety of holiday events at Watertown’s Arsenal Yards, starting on Black Friday. See more information in the announcement from Arsenal Yards. Arsenal Yards is spreading holiday cheer this season with a series of joyful events designed to bring the community together in celebration. From Black Friday festivities and gift drive to magical character meet-and-greets, and a Hanukkah celebration to light up the season, there’s something for everyone at Arsenal Yards this holiday season.

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Local Brewery Opening Taproom & Kitchen at Arsenal Yards

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Mighty Squirrel Brewing Co.Mighty Squirrel Brewing will be serving its creations at the new biergarten at Arsenal Yards. Beer lovers will soon have a new option when Might Squirrel, which started in Waltham, opens a new location in Watertown. See more information in the announcement provided by Arsenal Yards, below. Arsenal Yards is thrilled to announce the upcoming opening of Mighty Squirrel Brewing Co. taproom and kitchen at Arsenal Yards in Watertown, MA.

Business

Warby Parker Opening in Arsenal Yards This Weekend

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The latest store opening at Arsenal Yards is Warby Parker, and the store will have a grand opening on Saturday. See details in the announcement from Arsenal Yards below. Just in time for early holiday shopping, Warby Parker’s new Arsenal Yards location will make it easier for our Watertown and greater Middlesex County customers to access all their eye care needs in one place. The perfect destination to get ahead of your holiday shopping, Arsenal Yards will carry the brand’s full assortment of optical and sun offerings (including our latest Entro collection), our brand of daily contact lenses Scout by Warby Parker, gift cards, eyewear accessories, in addition to third-party contacts and in-store eye exams. 

Customers can also use their FSA/HSA dollars towards prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses (including blue-light-filtering, anti-fatigue, light-responsive, and progressive lenses) as well as contact lenses, readers, and eye exams.

On opening day, Saturday, October 26th, customers will receive a special Warby Parker tote with purchase.

Business

Fast-Casual Middle Eastern Restaurant Opening at Arsenal Yards

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NAYA will be serving Middle Eastern dishes at Arsenal Yards. (Contributed Photo)

The following announcement was provided by NAYA:

NAYA, the celebrated Middle Eastern fast-casual restaurant known for its vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients, will be joining the Arsenal Yards neighborhood this winter in Watertown, MA. This exciting addition to the Arsenal Yards community marks a significant expansion for NAYA, bringing its authentic, health-conscious Middle Eastern dishes to New England for the first time! 

NAYA’s mission is rooted in the rich culinary traditions of the Middle East, offering a menu that emphasizes freshness, quality, and customization. Diners can expect a diverse selection of mouth-watering dishes, including signature bowls, wraps, salads, and mezze, all crafted with the finest ingredients. Each dish is designed to be both nutritious and delicious, catering to a wide range of dietary preferences and lifestyles. 

In addition to the Watertown location, NAYA has future expansion plans in Boston at 95 Summer Street, Boston, MA 02110 and 500 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116.