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MWRA work at Prospect and Clifton starts Sept. 21

September 16, 2026

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Traffic alert: MWRA utility work at Prospect St. and Clifton St. begins Sept. 21

Beginning Monday, September 21, the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority and its contractor will demolish an old meter pit at the intersection of Prospect Street and Clifton Street. Work starts daily at 9 a.m. and is expected to last about one week. The town advises drivers to expect localized delays and lane restrictions, seek alternate routes where possible, and use caution through the work zone.

Town of Belmont

Puzzle Night set for Belmont Public Library

Assemble donated jigsaw puzzles and help expand the library's circulating collection tonight from 5 to 8 p.m. in Morrissey Hall, 336 Concord Ave.

Belmont Books

Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee meets Wednesday

The Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee holds a hybrid meeting tonight from 7 to 9 p.m.; see the town calendar for agenda details.

Town of Belmont

Belmont Library hosts personal-branding workshop

Rita Allen leads a workshop tonight at 6:30 p.m. on presenting accomplishments, building a personal brand, and managing a career, at Belmont Public Library.

Belmont Public Library

Belmont Library hosts biopharma networking group

The library's BioPharma Interest Group meets tonight from 7 to 8 p.m. for professionals and others interested in research, finance, regulation, policy, engineering, clinical work, or AI.

Belmont Public Library

College-admissions guidance session offered online

A virtual presentation tonight from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. covers admissions trends, test-optional policies, and application timelines for parents and high school students.

Belmont Public Library

Free swing lesson and social dance set for tonight

Free beginner swing instruction starts at 8 p.m. tonight at Odd Fellows Hall, 16 Maple St., followed by social dancing from 9 to 11 p.m.

The Boston Calendar

PM Deep Stretch class offered at Belmont Hill Club

Studio Ronin Yoga offers a 6:30–8 p.m. Deep Stretch class tonight at Belmont Hill Club, 825 Concord Road, including passive stretching and guided meditation, $35.

Studio Ronin Yoga

Belmont School Committee to meet Sept. 22 at Homer Municipal Building

The Belmont School Committee holds a business meeting Tuesday, September 22, at 6:30 p.m. in the Gallery Room of the Homer Municipal Building.

Belmont Public Schools

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