June 9, 2019
~ Building Community One Positive Story at a Time
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You can view a video of the final product by clicking
Here.
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HOPS is Back in Business!
The new fence added to the playground on June 4th concluded the building processes that started on April 12th 2019. Friends of HOPS worked hard throughout the year to make their dream a reality, including their annual 5k race and community build days where volunteers helped with the construction of the playground.The final product is truly an accomplishment built by the community, for the community. Thank you to Friends of HOPS for creating a space ready for fun and great memories!
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Historical Tidbit: First Girl Scout Troop of Halifax
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Members of First Halifax Girl Scout Troop printed in the Brockton Enterprise
Shown in the photo, from left to right, are: Priscilla Thompson, Eleanor Joslin, Mrs. Myra Thompson, assistant leader; Lorraine King, Edith Major, Virginia Whitman, Doreen Bosworth, Mrs. Elizabeth Joslin, leader; Estelle Eidler and Beverly Titus.
I believe this picture was taken in the mid 1940's as my aunt, Doreen Bosworth is one of the girls. She was born in 1930 and the girls in the photo look to be in their early teens.
"Early in May of this year, 14 girls gathered at the home of Mrs. Myra Thompson to organize a Girl Scout troop. The troop was registered June 14, with Mrs. Elizabeth Joslin, leader, and Mrs. Myra Thompson, assistant leader. On the evening of July 26, in the presence of relatives and friends, the girls and leaders took part in the investiture exercises on the Town Hall lawn," read the newspaper article that went with this picture.
There have been no records found of this first Girl Scout Troop other than the article from the newspaper I have. The Halifax Historical Society is always looking for any information pertaining to the town, be it from the past or present. If any reader has any information or photos
they wish to share, please contact me as I would like to have copies of the material for the Museum.
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Respectfully submitted, Sue Basile
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Town Hall
499 Plymouth Street
781-294-1316
Mon-Thurs 8a - 4p
Holmes Public Library
470 Plymouth Street
781-293-2271
Fall / Winter Hours
Mon. & Wed. 12-8
Tues., Thurs., Fri. 10-5
Saturday 10-2
Council on Aging
506 Plymouth Street
781-293-7313
Mon - Thurs 9a - 3p
Friday 9a - 1p
Food Pantries
Halifax Congregational Church
503 Plymouth St. (Route 106)
Halifax, MA 781-293-6393
Tuesdays -2:30-4p
St
Vincent De Paul
Our Lady of the Lake Church
580 Monponsett St
Halifax, MA (781)293- 7971
2nd & 4th Saturday 9 am
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Congratulations!
Ellie Flaherty
won a
45 Minute Reiki Treatment from
Jacquelyn Rose
You should play our
Historical Tidbit Trivia Game
at the bottom of this newsletter.
You could win
sandwich or salad & drink for 2
( $20 value)
Trio Cafe
12 Temple St, Whitman Center
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ON STAGE 2019
A SUMMER THEATRE PROGRAM
Halifax Youth and Recreation Commission
c/o 58 Harvard Street
Halifax, MA 02338
The Halifax Youth and Recreation Commission will sponsor, for the 35th consecutive year, “On Stage,” a four week summer theatre program for students entering grades four through eight (fall 2019).
Instruction will be given in various aspects of the theatre including acting, vocal production, movement, and improvisation.
The program will begin on Monday, July 8, and run on Mondays through Thursdays, from 9:00 to 12:00, for four weeks, at the Halifax Congregational Church. Public performances will be held on Thursday, August 1.
Cost of the program is $150 for Halifax residents and $175 for nonresidents.
Registration forms are available at the Halifax Elementary School, the Holmes Public Library, by calling 781-293-3147, or online at
www.onstagehalifax.org
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Friends Book Sale is Extended through Tues, June 11th!
Just Visit the Community Room! The Friends of the Holmes Public Library still has LOTS of hardcover/paperback adult, young adult, & children’s books, DVD’s, and CD’s. Please stop in during regular Library Hours: Mon/Wed 12-8, Tues/Thurs/Fri 10-5 and Sat 10-2 Thanks very much for your support!
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Survey to Help Develop Profile for School Superintendent Candidates
The Silver Lake Regional School Committees are conducting a search for a new Superintendent of Schools.
Those involved in the school system and community members of Halifax, Kingston & Plympton are all requested to complete this
survey.
The School Committees are very interested in receiving input that will assist them in developing a profile for the candidates. Thank you for participating.
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Bridgewater Farm Supply – Your Complete Garden, Farm & Pet Store!
Farmers and pet parents alike, we have all the supplies you need to keep your animals, happy, healthy and comfortable!
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1000 Plymouth St (Rt 104)
Bridgewater •
(508) 697-0357
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Rain Barrel Pickup
If you ordered a rain barrel through the Great American Rain Barrel Company, you can retrieve your order at the Halifax Recycling Center 917 Plymouth St (Route 106.)
The available pick up dates include: Monday, June 10th 5:00-8:00pm, Wednesday, June 12th 10:00 am-1:00pm and Saturday, June 15th 9:00am -12:30pm ~Respectfully submitted by The Halifax Beautification Committee
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The Importance of Water Safety in the Summer
Water Safety:
During the summer months, many families will spend a lot of time on the water. We live in an area that is close to a wide variety of water options including rivers, lakes, ponds, streams, and the ocean, not to mention backyard and community pools. Whenever you are boating, kayaking, canoeing or using stand-up paddle boards, always remember to use approved personal floatation devices (PFD). For information on how to choose an appropriate PFD by the U.S. Coast Guard, visit:
How to Choose the Right Life Jacket
. Also, be sure to supervise children when they are in or near the water. Drowning does not always look like the splashing and noises that you see in movies and on television. To learn more, check out this article from Slate:
Rescuing Drowning Children: How to Know When Someone is in Trouble in the Water
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Volunteers Needed - Parks Commission/
Municipal and School Building Committee
The Town of Halifax is in search of volunteers to serve on the Parks Commission and the Municipal and School Building Committee.
There are no specific qualifications for either the Commission or the Committee aside from an interest in the work in their jurisdiction and a willingness to attend Commission or Committee meetings (generally one night per month except when on-going projects require additional meetings).
Residents interested in volunteering for either the Commission or the Committee can contact the Selectmen's Office at 781-294-1316 or download the
Town's Talent Bank form
complete it, and send it to the Board of Selectmen, 499 Plymouth Street, Halifax, MA 02338
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Volunteers Needed -Finance Committee
The Town of Halifax is seeking volunteers to serve on the Finance Committee and Wage and Personnel Board. Interested residents can download a
Talent Bank form or
contact the Board of Selectmen's Office at 781-294-1316.
The Talent Bank form is to be sent to Board of Selectmen, 499 Plymouth Street, Halifax, MA 02338 once completed.
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Do you have 8 weeks to work on your summer body?
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$399 for 8 weeks of small group personal training!
Special extended through June 21st!
Start today!
180 Winter St., Bridgewater
(across from Chatta Box)
Contact Stephanie at 508-697-2900
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Nessralla Farm Father's Day MudFest
June 16 8am - 5pm
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The Taunton River Festival
Sunday, June 9 from 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM at Weir Riverfront Park in Taunton, MA.
Admission is free.
This is a day-long celebration of community spirit featuring live music, a craft fair, children’s activities, and educational exhibits. It is a family friendly event, attended by thousands of area residents.
New this year -- free boat rides on the Taunton River provided by Taunton River Tours and Events.
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Raccoon spotted in Halifax
Be sure to cover your trash to prevent spontaneous visitors!
Photo credit: Sue Basile
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Halifax Memorial Day Services
Photo Credits: Sue Basile
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered to win a
sandwich or salad & drink for 2
( $20 value)
Trio Cafe
12 Temple st, Whitman Center
Historical Tidbit Question:
How many girls made up the first Girl Scout troop?
Please include your name, phone number and mailing address with your answer.
Prize Box Rules
By entering, you give us permission to announce your name in next week's Buzz Around Halifax.
On June 12, 2019, we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers
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I am who I am, you are who you are, being able to respect each other and live in relationship is fundamental to the principles of American democracy.
"We don't need a melting pot in this country, folks. We need a salad bowl. In a salad bowl, you put in the different things. You want the vegetables - the lettuce, the cucumbers, the onions, the green peppers - to maintain their identity. You appreciate differences.' ~Jane Elliot
"The more you learn about someone, how could you not want to protect them and their rights? The more you learn about a culture or a certain identity, it's hard to not feel empathy. " ~ Yara Shahidi
"We have to really educate ourselves in a way about who we are, what our real identity is." ~Deepak Chopra
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Diversity and folks with varying identities exist all around us. That's the beautiful world that we live in. Learning from each other and building respectful relationships builds community and strengthens society. ~ Jacquie
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The Buzz Around is brought to you this week by:Taylor Fruzzetti,Theresa McNulty, Janice O'Brien, Stacy Rancourt, Jacquelyn Rose & Gregory Venezia
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