$135K in Grants Distributed to 25 Watertown Non-Profits by Community Foundation

The following press release was provided by the Watertown Community Foundation Watertown – The Watertown Community Foundation awarded $135,000 in institutional and program grants at their spring grants celebration last night to support 25 organizations serving the Watertown community. “We received so many great proposals, nearly $200,000 in funding requests this year from over 25…

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New Exhibition at Armenian Museum Tells Stories of the Artist’s Experiences of Displacement

The following press release was provided by the Armenian Museum of America Watertown – The Armenian Museum of America (AMofA) recently announced the opening of its next contemporary art exhibition, “Ara Oshagan: Disrupted, Borders.” The show follows the AMofA’s blockbuster exhibit, “On the Edge: Los Angeles Art 1970s-1990s from the Joan and Jack Quinn Family Collection,”…

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Watertown & Belmont Teaming Up for Weekend-Long Juneteenth Celebration

WATERTOWN – Later this month, Watertown Community for Black Lives (WCBL) will team up with the Belmont Human Rights Commission for an entire weekend of activities to celebrate Juneteenth. This is the third annual event organized by WCBL, but it will mark the first time that holiday is celebrated in Belmont. -Saturday, June 17th –…

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Watertown Community Foundation Has Awarded over $700K in COVID Relief Grants in 2023

The following press release was provided by the Watertown Community Foundation Watertown – The Watertown Community Foundation (WCF) has awarded $729,229 to three local non-profits serving low-income populations in Watertown to meet ongoing basic needs in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. Thanks to funding from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development…

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Over 40 Musicians to Perform During the Return of Watertown’s MusicFest

The following press release was provided by Friends of Watertown Music WATERTOWN – Friends of Watertown Music invites you to attend our 10th Annual MusicFest, on Friday, April 28, from 5:30 to 9:15, at the Watertown Middle School. MusicFest is a fun community event, offering something for everyone! This year’s event will feature over 40 performances, across 3…

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Get a Massage in Watertown to Aid Earthquake Relief in Turkey & Syria

WATERTOWN – An earthquake devastated the countries of Syria and Turkey in February, and now a Watertown-based organization is hoping to aid relief efforts. The Watertown Refugee Support Group will be sponsoring “Massage Aid for Turkey & Syria” on Saturday, April 29th from 1-4pm at the First Parish Church at 35 Church Street in Watertown.…

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Watertown “YardArt” Creators Share Stories Behind Their Work

WATERTOWN – Organizers of YardArt Watertown hosted a reception at the Mosesian Center for the Arts this week to celebrate the dozens of artists and creators who are participating in 2023’s display. WCN spoke with a few of the residential artists as well as representatives from HATCH Makerspace and the Residence At Watertown Square to…

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