January 12, 2020
~ Building Community One Positive Story at a Time
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First Parish Church looks back
on it's 300th year.
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We certainly have had an interesting decade here at First Parish. We celebrated our 300th anniversary with huge events and celebrations. We continued traditions (like the candlelight service) and started new ones (like a traveling chalice). We provided the roots for a blossoming new theater company that provides mindful and artistic entertainment for our community. We served our community within and without our walls in countless ways, including making lunches for Father Bills & Mainspring, serving the incarcerated, providing a safe space for our neighbors in the glbtqia+ community, and so much more. We have raised our voices in support of important social movements, like the climate march, the women’s march, and immigration issues, and so many other things on a local, statewide, national and global scale.
THIS is our community. The beautiful mix of the big picture and the little day-to-day moments. May you all have a blessed new year, and may we grow together in the days ahead.
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Historical Tidbit:
Plymouth "shire town"
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Plymouth County was part of the original 1620 Plymouth Colony, but it did not actually become a County until 1685.
Essex, Middlesex, Suffolk, Hampshire and Dukes Counties were all formed before Plymouth. The reasons for a state to divide into counties are: it allowed for greater power and extended authority farther than an individual town; it also facilitated a Probate Court for civil and criminal matters; and allowed assigned officers to serve more effectively in regard to territorial conflicts.
In England, areas were divided into territories owned by an Earl or Count (County). Each Count assigned a representative officer referred to as "shire-reeve" (or sheriff). The town where the court for the county is held is called "shire town." The six original towns of Plymouth County were: Scituate, Duxbury, Marshfield, Bridgewater, Middleborough and Plymouth. Today Plymouth County encompasses 26 towns and one city.
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Respectfully submitted, Robert Lundquist
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Academy Building Municipal Offices
66 Central Square
508-697-0921
Mon - Thurs 8a - 4p, Fri 8a - 1p
Public Library
15 South Street
508-697-3331
Mon - Wed 9a - 8p
Thurs 10a - 5p, Fri & Sat 10a - 2p
Cole-Yeaton Senior Center
10 Wally Krueger Way
508-697-0929
Mon - Thurs 9a - 3p, Fri 9a - noon
Food Pantry
Central Square Congregational Church
71 Central Square
508-697-6016
Thursdays - 10a - 1p
1st Monday of each month from 6 to 8 p
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Congratulations!
Louise Dombrowski
won a
$50 gift certificate to Beauty Counter products through Independent Consultant
You should play our
Historical Tidbit Trivia Game
at the bottom of this newsletter.
You could win a
16 oz Bee Charmed candle,
the scent of your choice! (value $15.99)
from Bee Charmed Gift Shop
494 N. Bedford St (Rt 18) East Bridgewater
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Enter Our 2021 Annual Tide Calendar Photography Contest
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We’re taking submissions from all, amateur and professional, young and old alike. Photographs must be of wildlife, scenery, agricultural use, archaeological resources, or recreational activities SHOT WITHIN the Taunton River Watershed related to water use and conservation in the watershed. Submission deadline is July 15, 2020. Read more
here
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The Learning Tree
Fridays in January & February (next one 1/17)
10:30 - 11:30a
Join Miss Nicole for activities to support your 3-5 year old's school readiness.
Families will receive a free book.
Call Nancy to register 508-822-5388 x208.
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Story Time and Fun With Miss Emily!
Tuesdays
10:30a
January 14, 21
February 4, 11
Drop in for a half hour of stories, games, crafts, and FUN with Miss Emily.
This is geared towards children 2+ and siblings are welcome too.
Children will learn how to be in a group, share and take turns! Come and meet new friends!
No need to register or commit.
Come one or come all!
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Good Morning Metro South with U.S. Senator Ed Markey
Friday, January 24 – Good Morning Metro South | 11:45a – 1:30p The Martin Institute @ Stonehill College | 320 Washington Street, North Easton
Read more
www.metrosouthchamber.com
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This year make a resolution to:
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Love yourself more
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Eat clean and healthy
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Relieve your stress
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Work on building a STRONGER body
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Schedule a
FREE
session at
Get in Shape for Women in Bridgewater
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6 Weeks of Small Group Personal Training
for
only $279
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Let this be the year we stop wishing and start DOING!
180 Winter St., Bridgewater
(across from Chatta Box)
Contact Stephanie at 508-697-2900
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Taunton River Watershed Alliance
The TRWA is an advocate for environmental protection, sustainable development, and responsible stewardship of our precious water resources. They are an Alliance of concerned residents, businesses, and organizations united to restore and properly manage water and related natural resources within the Taunton River Watershed. This watershed includes the 43 communities, including Bridgewater.
Here is the full list. Their mission is to protect and restore the watershed’s natural resources for current and future generations; to build and support responsible stewardship of fragile ecosystems, water quality, forests, farmland, and wetlands; provide opportunities for people to enjoy the river and the watershed’s open space; and to be voice for threatened land and water resources. For more information about the watershed visit
savethetaunton.org. Below are the 2020 Board of Directors.
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L to R: Steve Silva, Carol Traverse, Priscilla Chapman
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We're Your COMPLETE Garden, Farm &
Pet Store!
We have everything you need to keep yourself safe, and your pets, fish and feathered friends safe, too!
Stop in today!
1000 Plymouth St (Rt 104) Bridgewater • (508) 697-0357
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The Old Bridgewater Historical Society will present a lecture entitled “Native American Constructions of the Eastern Seaboard”
Sunday, January 26
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1:00p
OBHS Memorial Building, 162 Howard Street, West Bridgewater
Speaker will be Dr. Curtiss Hoffman, an Emeritus Professor in Bridgewater State University’s Department of Anthropology
Scattered throughout the woodlands and fields of the eastern seaboard of the United States and Canada are tens of thousands of stone monuments. These stone constructions have been the subject of debate among archaeologists and antiquarians for the past seventy-five years. Regional descendant indigenous communities for the preservation of these monuments call them “stone prayers”. They help to protect the monuments from encroachment and desecration by development interests. This talk will provide strong evidence that many of these structures are indeed indigenous sacred sites as the Native people claim.
This is a free event; $5 donation to the Old Bridgewater Historical Society is suggested, but not required. Light refreshments will be served.
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Black Lives Matter and Discussion
Tuesday, January 28th
7:00 - 8:30p
50 School St., Bridgewater
"When They See Us” – Part 4
The horrific true story of the "Central Park Five".
Free screening
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Bridgewater Town Council Meeting
January 7, 2020
Brought to you by Bridgewater Access TV
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Come See our New Home
265 Bedford St, Bridgewater
(508) 378-9971
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Southeastern Celebrates Class of '20 High Honors
and recipients of the John and Abigail Adams Scholarship.
Read more
www.sersd.org
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Bridgewater TaleSpinners
Writers Group
Meets Thursday Afternoons
1:00 - 3:00p
Matthew Striggles Community Building
90 Hemlock Drive, Bridgewater
So You Want to Write a Good Story? Meet the Bridgewater TaleSpinners!
Welcome are writers at various levels of ability, as well as being open to various genres.
Attend meetings for discussion and critique of writers' work. We are a
FRIENDLY and SUPPORTIVE writers’ group that seeks to enhance and improve one another’s work. (Don’t be shy….give us a try…!)
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BLISS
THROUGH
YOGA
Yoga for the rest of us!
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• Semi-private Svaroopa® Yoga classes
• Embodyment® Yoga Therapy
Find YOUR bliss at Bliss Through Yoga!
(508) 331-3564
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Wishing you a Safe year!
Thank you to all our customers!
Make sure you are covered and are not overpaying for your insurance.
Come in to review your policy today.
111 Torrey St, Suite 1, Brockton
508-456-6220
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Dog Licenses Available
Dog owners in Bridgewater are reminded that the Dog Licenses are valid from January 1st through December 31st . A dog licensing form to register dogs for the calendar year 2020 will be sent to all residents with the 2020 Annual Town Census.
The 2020 Dog License costs are: Male/Female: $20.00, Neutered Male/Spayed Female: $15.00.
Beginning March 1st Dogs not registered will be charged a fine of $10.00 in addition to the cost of the license as required by the Canine Control Ordinance.
Licenses may be purchased in person at the Town Clerk’s Office, located at 66 Central Square in the Academy Building. Office hours are Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friday 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Licenses also may be purchased by mailing a request, the proper fee, self-addressed stamped envelope and copy of current rabies certificate to Town Clerk’s Office, 66 Central Square, Bridgewater, MA 02324.
Additionally, licenses may be purchased online through the Town’s Website:
bridgewaterma.org
by clicking on “Make a Payment” to access the ONLINE PAYMENT CENTER.
Residents with questions are welcome to contact the Town Clerk’s Office (508-697-0921)
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Wood Palace Kitchen Designs
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Watch the demolition and install of a beautiful kitchen!
Coming soon, the American Collection.
7 Mill St, Middleboro
(508) 947-1975
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OLD COLONY YMCA –
EAST BRIDGEWATER
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Ring in the New Year with a
New YOU!
Come in and sign up today!
(508) 378-3913
635 Plymouth St, East Bridgewater
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Bears in the Wild
The BSU campus is home to five bear sculptures, four of which were painted by artists from Boston’s Street Theory gallery, with funding from the president’s office.
The most recent addition to the pack was painted by BSU student Kayla DaCosta, ’21. Earlier this year, her bear – painted bright orange, yellow and salmon – was placed just off the courtyard behind the Rondileau Campus Center.
Kayla, who is studying fine arts with a concentration in painting, was selected for the project by Jay Block, associate director of collections and exhibitions. She was excited to add to the collection of painted mascots that began appearing last year across campus. “It’s super rewarding to see my work on such a large scale and to see it on my college campus,” she said.
The other sculptures can be seen in University Park near Crimson Hall, at East Campus Commons, outside Kelly Gym and at the Welcome Center.
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Want to search for Wild Bears?
Here's a fun free family activity: Visit Bridgewater State University campus and find each of the 5 statues. Snap a picture of each and send into us by Jan 31, 2020:
goodnews@buzzaround.org and you will be entered to win a $50 gift certificate to Bridgewater Farm Supply.
Image Credit: J. Rose
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered to win a
16 oz Bee Charmed candle,
the scent of your choice! (value $15.99)
from Bee Charmed Gift Shop
494 N. Bedford St (Rt 18)
East Bridgewater
Historical Tidbit Question
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How were areas divided in England?
Email us your answer at:
Please include your name, phone number with your answer.
Prize Box Rules
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By entering, you give us permission to announce your name in next week's Buzz Around Bridgewater.
On January 15, 2020 we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.
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You Can Do It.
You're More Resilient Than You Know!
“My barn having burned down, I can now see the moon.” ~ Mizuta Masahide (17th century Japanese poet and samurai)
You may have to fight a battle more than once to win it.” ~ Margaret Thatcher
“Do not judge me by my success, judge me by how many times I fell down and got back up again.” ~ Nelson Mandela
“I can be changed by what happens to me. But I refuse to be reduced by it.”
~ Maya Angelou
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You can do it. Learn, and try again.
~ Jacquie
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The Buzz Around is brought to you this week by Jen Bellody, Janice O'Brien, Jacquelyn Rose, Gregory Venezia
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Copyright 2019 Buzz Around Bridgewater.
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