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The Christmas holiday will impact hours at for Watertown’s municipal facilities, including City Hall, the Library, the Senior Center and the Department of Public Works. See information below. Watertown City Hall
Closing at noon on Tuesday, Dec. 24
Closed Wednesday, Dec. 25
Watertown Free Public Library
Closing at noon Tuesday, Dec.
The following information was provided by MassDOT:
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is encouraging members of the public to plan ahead for any upcoming holiday travel. Motorists and public transportation customers should check websites for real-time travel information on major statewide roads, MBTA schedule information, and the weather forecast before leaving home.
“MassDOT encourages the public to use our real-time traffic tools before heading to their holiday destinations. MassDOT also wants to remind roadway users to be safe, courteous, and to adhere to traffic laws and regulations,”said Highway Administrator Jonathan Gulliver.
The MassDOT Highway Division is taking several steps to ensure safe and efficient travel on roadways and will be shutting down scheduled construction activities on major roadways from 5:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 24, until 5:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 26, and 5:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 31, until 5:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 2.
In addition, the High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lane on I-93 between Boston and Quincy will extend its afternoon hours by opening at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 19, and at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, December 20, as well as at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 26, and at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, December 27.
The Sumner Tunnel swing lane will not be deployed on Wednesday, December 25, and Wednesday, January 1, with normal deployment resuming at 5:00 a.m. the following morning.
MassDOT strongly urges all drivers to minimize distractions by turning off or putting away cell phones, traveling the posted speed limit, driving sober, and devoting full attention to what is ahead on the road. MassDOT encourages travelers to make an extra effort to be courteous on the roads and report to law enforcement any reckless driving.
For travelers getting to and from Logan Airport in Boston, please note:
See the MBTA’s helpful online user guide on using T services to get to and from Logan Airport: www.mbta.com/Logan
MBTA Silver Line provides service between South Station and Logan’s terminals. Outbound service from Logan Airport to the South Boston Seaport District and South Station is free.
Silver Line 1 (SL1) service to Logan operates about every 15 minutes or faster and stops at all terminals. On weekdays from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. during the week of Christmas, the SL1 will improve service frequency to every 7-8 minutes due to the increase in holiday travel.
Silver Line 3 (SL3) operates about every 15 minutes or faster and stops at Airport Station.
The Hingham/Hull Ferry operates some trips to and from Long Wharf in Boston to the Logan Airport Ferry Terminal.
Grace Chapel in Watertown will host Jingle Jam on Dec. 21. Find out more below. Looking for a fun-filled Christmas experience the whole family will enjoy? Take a break from baking, shopping, and wrapping, and join us for Jingle Jam!
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.
The Armenian Cultural and Education Center will have a Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at the center located at 47 Nichols Ave., in Watertown. See the announcement below. Get in the Holiday Spirit and join us at the Armenian Cultural and Educational Center (ACEC) for the First Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, December 6, starting 5 p.m.
This event is FREE and open to the public! The program includes music, hot cocoa & cookies, and a visit from Santa. Bring your loved ones and enjoy the holiday spirit with the community!
Brigham House announced it will be hosting Free Breakfast with Santa. See details below. You are invited to the Free Breakfast with Santa event at Brigham House in Watertown, MA on December 8th from 10-11:30 a.m. Take photos with Santa! If you have children in your life that you would like to bring to this event please RSVP as soon as possible and we will add you to our guest list. The deadline to register is Nov.
The public is invited to the second annual Winterfest at Linx on Dec. 6. “We will have 25 local vendors to shop for everyone on your list and an arts and crafts station for the kids,” the event announcement said. Winterfest is open to the public and the Linx has ample free parking. WHERE: 490 Arsenal Way, Watertown
WHEN: Friday, Dec.
See what’s in store for this year’s Merry Mingle, formerly the Whoville Jubilee, at Watertown’s historic Commander’s Mansion. See the list of activities provided by the City of Watertown, below. There are many activities planned for “The Merry Mingle” hosted at the Commander’s Mansion, located at 440 Talcott Avenue, on December 1, 2024, from 4-8pm! Free guest parking is available in the East Garage on Kingsbury Ave and a shuttle will be provided by Flett Co. Handicap parking, ramp entry, and elevator access is available on site.