Overnight Paving in the Square Starts Tonight

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Overnight Paving Brings Watertown Square Detours

Overnight paving runs through sections of Watertown Square from Aug. 24 to 26, between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. The work covers three sections: from the middle of the Square to Spring Street and down Mount Auburn Street to Baptist Walk; from the Square down North Beacon Street to Alfred Road; and from the Square down Galen Street, stopping before the bridge over the Charles. Detours will be in place during the overnight work, and drivers are asked to follow posted signage.

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City Council to Weigh In on Watertown Square Demonstration Project

The City Council, acting as the Redevelopment Authority, will hold an initial discussion on the Demonstration Project, part of the ongoing effort to reshape Watertown Square.

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Kids Book Club Meets to Discuss Kara LaReau's 'Witchycakes'

Children ages 7 and 8 can discuss 'Witchycakes: Sweet Magic' by Kara LaReau at the Watertown Free Public Library on Monday, Aug. 24, from 5:00 to 5:30 p.m.

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Roadwork Shifts MBTA 71 Stops on Mt. Auburn Street

Mt. Auburn Street work runs Monday, Aug. 24 through Friday, Aug. 28, including road reconstruction, sidewalk work, lane shifts, parking restrictions, and temporary relocation of three MBTA Route 71 stops.

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Two Watertown Condos Sold This Week

Two Watertown condo sales were reported this week: 5 Repton Circle Unit 5405 for $490,000 and 68 Aldrich Road #B for $505,000.

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Spanish Book Club Meets at WFPL

On Monday, Aug. 24, from 7 to 8 p.m., the Watertown Free Public Library hosts Club de Lectura en Español in the Local History Room; no registration required.

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School of Rock Starts Rock 101 Workshop

School of Rock Watertown begins its Rock 101 Workshop on Monday, Aug. 24, running weekdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for beginner students ages 7 to 11.

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Watertown High Fall Sports Begin Today

Watertown High School fall sports start Monday, Aug. 24 for the 2026-2027 season; athletic fees are reinstated, and registration and fee clearance are required before uniforms are issued.

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