Watertown Cable Access Corp
Community Events
Watertown’s Eco Fest Returns With Hands-On Sustainability Activities
WATERTOWN – Watertown is gearing up for the return of EcoFest, a community-focused sustainability event designed to connect residents with practical ways to live more environmentally friendly. The second annual EcoFest will take place on May 9 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Commander’s Mansion. The event brings together local organizations, businesses, and…
Read MoreWatertown Chinese American Association Brings Lunar New Year Traditions To The Community
WATERTOWN – The Chinese American Association of Watertown hosted a lively Lunar New Year celebration at the Watertown Free Public Library on February 28. Families and community members gathered to welcome the Year of the Fire Horse with traditional activities, including red envelope crafts, Chinese calligraphy, and a lion dance performance. The event highlighted the…
Read MoreWatertown Police Polar Plunge Raises $14,000 for Special Olympics at Arsenal Yards
WATERTOWN – Snow flurries and below-freezing temperatures greeted dozens of plungers Saturday as the Watertown Police Department hosted its second annual Polar Plunge at Arsenal Yards, raising more than $14,000 for Special Olympics Massachusetts. Participants jumped into “Bear Force One,” a 33-foot mobile pool filled with 2,800 gallons of icy water, in support of inclusive…
Read MoreWatertown Swears In Elected Officials, Sideris Previews the Term Ahead
WATERTOWN – Watertown’s newly elected officials were sworn in during the city’s 2026 Inauguration Ceremony on Jan. 2 at the Mosesian Center for the Arts. City Council President Mark Sideris delivered the inaugural address, outlining several issues on the horizon for the city, including a restart of the charter review process, implementation of the Watertown…
Read MoreWatertown Marks Hanukkah With Public Menorah Lighting at Arsenal Yards
WATERTOWN – Hundreds of people gathered at Arsenal Yards on Monday night to celebrate Hanukkah with a public menorah lighting hosted by Chabad Watertown, an annual event that organizers said carried added significance this year amid global concerns about antisemitism. The Festival of Lights celebration featured a fire show, a chocolate gelt drop with the…
Read MoreA Living Ceremonial Tree Takes Root at the Commander’s Mansion During Merry Mingle
WATERTOWN – Watertown’s Merry Mingle returned to the Commander’s Mansion for its second year, featuring expanded programming and broader collaboration across city departments, local schools, and community partners. Organizers said the event—formerly known as the Whoville Jubilee—has continued to grow in both size and scope, transforming the historic mansion and its grounds into a hub…
Read MoreInside “Wicked Watertown” 2025: Haunted Mansion, Costumes & Community Fun
WATERTOWN – Families packed the Commander’s Mansion on October 25 for a spooky community night featuring carnival games, arts & crafts, trick-or-treat goodie bags, a Halloween storytime from the Watertown Free Public Library, and the big attraction — a haunted house inside the mansion itself. 👻 Watertown Fire, the Mosesian Center for the Arts, and…
Read MoreWatertown Celebrates Local Creativity at 5th Annual Arts Market
WATERTOWN –The 5th Annual Watertown Arts Market transformed Arsenal Park into a lively hub of creativity on Saturday, August 9, 2025. The free outdoor event, organized by the Watertown Business Coalition in partnership with the City of Watertown, welcomed residents and visitors to explore the work of local artists, makers, and cultural organizations. Dozens of…
Read MoreWatertown Police Department Hosts First-Ever National Night Out
WATERTOWN – The Watertown Police Department welcomed the community for its first-ever National Night Out on Tuesday, August 5th, joining cities and towns across the country in the annual event. Residents were invited to explore the police station, meet officers, and learn about department operations in a relaxed, approachable setting. Guests enjoyed K-9 demonstrations, displays…
Read MoreWatertown Wheels 2025 Rolls into Commander’s Mansion with Classic Car Showcase
WATERTOWN – The City of Watertown hosted its second annual classic car show, Watertown Wheels, on Sunday, August 3, 2025, at the Commander’s Mansion. The free community event drew car enthusiasts from across the region, offering a chance to admire a wide range of restored and well-loved vehicles. From a 1971 Monte Carlo described as…
Read More