March 17, 2019
~ Building Community One Positive Story at a Time
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GFWC Taunton and Raynham Junior Woman's Club .Club members celebrated March as Women's History Month by introducing a short biography on Gerda Lerner, known as the 'Mother' of Women's History Month., presented by Nancy Brown, Women's History and Resource chairman, and welcomed guest speaker Mary Njeri to speak about her life in Kenya before coming to the United States. (Pictured with Vice President Robin Gendron )
In honor of Dr. Seuss's 115th birthday, member Nancy Brown ,AKA The Cat in the Hat, along with education chairwoman Nancy Martin, visited Triumph Head Start in Taunton. The Cat in the Hat story was read to a crowd of over 100 preschoolers., and each child was given a coloring page and hat. The Taunton and Raynham Junior Woman's Club also donated several Dr. Seuss books along with a stuffed Cat in the Hat to the school. Members actively volunteer in the community and also hold fundraisers to provide scholarships to local students and to contribute to local charities. In addition to their volunteer work they also offer other activities where members can socialize with each other strengthening the bond of friendship and sisterhood. Several members recently attended an 80th Anniversary viewing of the iconic film Gone With the Wind. Women 18 or older interested in the club may contact Joyce at 508 824-3382 or go to
www.tauntonraynhamjrs.org
for more information.
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The GFWC Taunton and Raynham Junior Woman's Club has welcomed two new members. Suzanne Kaye from Taunton (center left) joined the club in February, and in March's our membership chairwoman Joyce Clark installed Kathleen Sampson. On Right: Joyce Clark, new member Kathleen Sampson, and vice president Robin Gendron
Respectfully Submitted, Nancy Brown
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Historical Tidbit:
1st Police Chief 1930
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The appointment of our first Police Chief, Almond White.
Patrice White:
from
The History of Raynham
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BuzzAround Pet Fair
On Sat March 23 from 1 - 3:30
* Meet Chris Maynard - join in our 1/2 hour group training lesson
*Join us for the great
Bridgewater Farm Supply Scavenger Hunt
1) Take pictures of the items from the list around the store.
2) Each person (16 and older) can fill out 1 entry form
3) Random Drawings at 3:15pm : (2) $50 gift certificates to Bridgewater Farm Supply
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Town Hall
558 South Main St.
508-824-2707
Mon - Thurs 8:30a - 4:30p,
Fri 8:30a - 12 Noon
Tues eve 6 - 8p
Public Library
760 South Main St.
508-823-1344
Mon - Wed 10a - 8p
Thurs 10a - 6p, Fri 10a - 5p, Sat 10a - 2p
Council on Aging
2215 King Philip St.
508-824-2740
Mon - Fri 9a - 3p
Food Pantry
2nd and 4th Thursday of the month
9:00 am - 11:00 am
494 Church St, Raynham
508-823-1104
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Congratulations!
Tanya Amico
won
1-hour private lesson with
Maynard Dog Training
Solutions (value $100)
You should play our
Historical Tidbit Trivia Game
at the bottom of this newsletter.
You could win a
$40 Gift Certificate to Boston Guitar,
Rt 106, West Bridgewater
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Raynham Middle School Parents Organization would like to provide free t-shirts to all students on their big event day. Please refer to the attached letter for more details. If you have a business that would be willing to help sponsor the shirts, please send email. Thank you!
liz.lavelle@verizon.net
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Selectmen’s Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, March 19, 2019
7:00 PM – 558 S. Main Street
Pledge of Allegiance *Acceptance of the Minutes *Department Heads / Committees *Appointments
*Maggie Silva – Historical Commission * Citizen & Community Input *Public Hearing
*New Business *Bridgewater Raynham Regional School District Proposed School Budget
Completion of Old Business* Town Administrator’s Report*Selectmen’s Report * Correspondence
*Raynham Park – Request for (2) One-Day Alcohol Special License and outside entertainment* Press Time * Emergency Business
Below: Board of Selectmen 03/12/19 Meeting courtesy of the Raynham Channel
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Enjoying a long and healthy life is important to everyone. Chiropractic care unlocks your body's true potential and natural healing process to ensure your life is a healthy life. Call today for an appointment!
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63 Main Street, Bridgewater
(508) 697-0050
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Raynham Middle School Students of the Month:
These outstanding students have been recognized as Raynham Middle School’s Students of the Month for February. They earned this honor through their high academic achievements, as well as their positive school citizenship. We are so proud of all these students. They bring such great honor and pride to our District. Congratulations kiddos and keep up the great work! We would also like to recognize and commend all of their wonderful parents/guardians for their outstanding efforts in raising such incredible children. Congratulations on a job well done!
Molly Fitch – Grade 5; William Holland – Grade 5; Kayla Nesbitt – Grade 6; Sebastian Masaitis – Grade 6; Isabella Fischer – Grade; Elias Stratton – Grade 7; Julie Chapman – Grade 8; Jonah Burk – Grade 8
Derek Swenson, Superintendant of Schools
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The Taunton River Watershed Alliance needs you!
Whether you can give an hour here and there or a few hours a month:
Water Quality Monitoring Tester
A team of volunteers that regularly test 20 sites in the watershed for water quality the second Tuesday morning of each month, April through October. Samples must be collected and then driven to the Taunton Wastewater Treatment Plant by 8:30 a.m. We train at the beginning of the new year (usually on the last Saturday morning in February). We currently need on-call/"as-needed" fill in for when a regular tester cannot test a site.
Nutrient Pollution Photographic Survey
Photograph key areas along the Taunton River for nutrient pollution. We are hoping for photographs of the same area three or four times throughout the summer.
Event helpers
Set up, man tables, clean up, launch boats, deliver lunch, strike camp, etc. at events
Fundraising/Development & Event Coordinators
River Clearing Crews
Legal Support
We are looking for an attorney or local law firm that could volunteer legal support from time to time.
For more information on visit savethetaunton.org, call our office at 508-828-1101 or contact us by e-mail: director@savethetaunton.org.
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Overnight Drilling for Utilities
March 18 – 21
Single Lane Closures on Route 24 North and South
MassDOT’s contractor, SPS New England, will perform overnight directional drilling for utilities on Monday, March 18, through Thursday, March 21, from 7:00 PM each night to 5:00 AM the following morning. The work will take place at the end of South Street West and South Street East adjacent to Route 24. The contractor will make every effort to minimize noise during the overnight hours. The work will require closure of a single right lane on Route 24 North and South adjacent to Route 44. The closures will be implemented from 8:00 PM each night to 5:00 AM the following morning. They are necessary to allow the contractor to access the areas at the end of South Street West and South Street East near Route 24 for the directional drilling.
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Old Colony Planning Council Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee Announcement
I am reaching out to introduce the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) Meetings.
March 21st at 12pm at
The Old Colony Planning Council
70 School Street, Brockton
&
March 21st at 6 PM
East Branch Library
54 Kingman Street Brockton, MA
The objective of the BPAC is to support ongoing local, regional, and state planning efforts to support multimodal urban and suburban mobility; enhance and expand current infrastructure; improve safety; and raise awareness of pedestrian and bicycle movement within the region. It is envisioned that the committee will meet quarterly at key stages to review, discuss, and provide insight on the analyses of existing conditions, assessment of needs, the development of recommendations and implementation strategies, and the refinement of any studies and plans.
Best wishes,
Jimmy Pereira
Community/Transportation Planner
Old Colony Planning Council (OCPC)
Old Colony Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)
70 School St, Brockton, MA 508-583-1833 Ex 215
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B-R Connection 3/7/19
Courtesy of The Raynham Channel
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Bridgewater Farm Supply is Your Complete Garden, Farm & Pet Store
Itching to get back in the garden? Can't wait to get your hands dirty? Why not start your own plants from seed this year? We have everything you need to start your little seedlings.
Stop by today!
1000 Plymouth St (Rt 104)
Bridgewater • (508) 697-0357
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The GFWC Taunton and Raynham Junior Woman's Club will hold a Willow Tree Chicken Dinner fundraiser for student scholarships and local charities on SATURDAY, MARCH 30th, from 5-7 p.m. at the AMERICAN LEGION POST 405
291 MILL STREET, Raynham,MA
TICKETS $15.00
TAKE OUT available, order now. EAT IN and enjoy our famous BASKET RAFFLE
Reserve your ticket Call Robin 508-822-9298, or Cindy 508-558-5439
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Raynham Youth Baseball & Softball Association Announcement
T-BALL Registration Update!
If your child was born in May, June, July or August 2015 they are now eligible to play this Spring!
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March Shamrock Savings at Get In Shape For Women Bridgewater!
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Buy Two Months of Training - Get a Month Free
(3 sessions per week minimum)
Start today!
180 Winter St., Bridgewater
(across from Chatta Box)
Contact Stephanie at 508-697-2900
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Car or Home Insurance
Call us before you renew
Let us help you comparison shop for
The right coverage for the right price!
We do business your way,
our offices, your home or business or online.
Check out our latest blog!
111 Torrey St, Suite 1, Brockton
508-456-6220
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Middleborough Rotary Club
2019 Cable TV Auction
Saturday, March 23 and Sunday, March 24
Broadcast Live on local cable access TV channels:
Comcast and Verizon
Your business can donate and participate:
~Donate Goods or Services
~Buy a Sponsorship
~Gain publicity and awareness of your business
~Show your support for community service
~Support the Rotary Club’s local educational & charitable
efforts
All donors will be recognized in pre-auction publicity and will be credited as your generous donation is being sold. The auction is broadcast live from the Middleboro High School gym.
Ask about becoming a guest auctioneer!
Contact Bob Saquet for details—508-947-0680
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19th Annual Egg Hunt
Join us for our Annual Egg Hunt along with a special guest the Easter Bunny!!
Event will be located on the Bettencourt Field, Pleasant St.(weather permitting)
Inclement weather: Event will be held at the LaLiberte School, 777 Pleasant St.
*** Don't forget your basket***
General Information
The Easter Egg Hunt will start at 10 am for children ages 2-4 and at 10:30 am for children ages 5-8.
Visit a Petting Zoo too.
No advance registration is necessary.
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and
bee entered to win
$40 Gift Certificate to Boston Guitar,
Rt 106, West Bridgewater
Historical Tidbit Question:
Who was appointed the first police chief in 1930?
Email us your answer at:
By entering, you give us permission to announce your name in next week's
Buzz Around Raynham.
On March 20, 2019, we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.
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Great Irish Thinkers
...taking time to celebrate Irish heritage this weekend.
"But I, being poor, have only my dreams; I have spread my dreams under your feet; Tread softly because you tread on my dreams."~ William Butler Yeats
Irish proverb: May you have the hindsight to know where you’ve been, the foresight to know where you are going, and the insight to know when you have gone too far.
"People from a planet without flowers would think we must be mad with joy the whole time to have such things about us."~ Iris Murdoch
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I have not a drop of Irish in me, but have always appreciated the storytelling, the forthright attitude and the devotion of the Irish. It just is. Have a great green day.
Jacquie
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The Buzz Around is brought to you this week by: Janice O'Brien, Jacquelyn Rose & Gregory Venezia
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