December 29, 2019
~ Building East Bridgewater Community One Positive Story at a Time
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E. Bridgewater Octogenarians Luncheon
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Back row: Phyllis Jezard, Caroline Madden, Deanne Flint, Lois Clark (who lost her husband on Thanksgiving morning after 63 years of marriage!), Shirley Stinchfield.
Front: Lynne Oakley, Barbara Dearing, Carol Owen, Betty Stirling.
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On December 18
th the octogenarians enjoyed our usual Wednesday luncheon at the Standish Grille. This particular day was our annual Christmas get-together, when we swapped gifts and baked goodies. We also enjoyed a delicious lunch from the varied Standish menu. Below is a photo of the group that attended. Missing from the photo is Sally Aldrich, former Postmaster at the Elmwood P.O. All of us are, or have been, residents of East Bridgewater, with the exception of Shirley Stinchfield, whose husband is from East Bridgewater. Some of us have known each other since 1
st grade at Elmwood School. Carol Owen and I have known each other since birth, since our mothers were roommates at the old Goddard Hospital in Brockton when we were born.
Respectfully submitted,
Betty (Belknap) Stirling
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Historical Tidbit:
Mistletoe for the New Year:
A Prediction of Happiness and Long Life
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Picture: European Mistletoe
There are 2 types of mistletoe: European (Viscum album) and North American (Phoradendron leucarpum). European mistletoe is a green
shrub having small yellowish flowers and
white sticky poisonous berries. North American mistletoe is usually a hemi-parasitic plant that attaches itself to a host tree (including willow, apple, oak) and grows out of a branch.
The word "mistletoe comes from two Anglo Saxon words: 'Mistel' (which means dung) and 'tan' (which means twig or stick)". It translates to 'poo on a stick' - not very appealing, but children think it's hilarious. In the Celtic language, mistletoe means "all-heal". The Celts used it as an antidote for poison and infertility. The Ancient Druids believed it possessed mystical powers. They would hang it in the house to bring good luck and ward off evil.
In Norse, Mistletoe was a symbol of love and friendship. The Legend: It was the sacred plant of Frigga (goddess of love, fertility, wisdom). Despite having the gift of prophecy, she was unable to save her son Balder (god of truth, summer sun) from his fate - death. Loki (a mischievous, evil god) tricked Hoder (the blind god of winter) into killing Balder with an arrow whose tip was made of mistletoe. For 3 days, each of the elements (air, fire, water, earth) tried to bring Balder back to life, with no success. As Frigga wept over her son, her tears fell upon the mistletoe arrow. Balder was brought back to life by his mother's tears as they transformed into pearly white berries. In her joy she kissed everyone who passed beneath the tree on which the mistletoe grew. She vowed that anyone standing beneath mistletoe will come to no harm, but instead receive a token of love...a kiss.
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Picture: North American Mistletoe
In France, the mistletoe custom was reserved for New Year's Day: "Au gui l'An neuf" or "Mistletoe for the New Year". This is similar to our modern custom of kissing at the stroke of midnight when the new year arrives.
In America, author Washington Irving (1783-1859) noted, "The mistletoe is still hung up in farm-houses and kitchens at Christmas; and the young men have the privilege of kissing the girls under it, plucking each time a berry from the bush. When the berries are all plucked, the privilege ceases."
Mistletoe has meant many things to many cultures over the centuries. It wishes you peace, love, friendship and a long life - Happy New Year everyone!
Respectfully submitted, Jill A. Silvia
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Town Hall
175 Central St 508-378-1601
Mon 8:30a - 8p
Tues - Thurs 8:30a - 4:30p; Fri 8:30a - noon
E. Bridgewater Public Library
32 Union St 508-378-1616
Mon & Tues 9 - 8 ; Wed, Thurs, Fri 9 - 5
Saturday 9 - 2
Council on Aging
355 Plymouth St 508-378-1610
Mon 8a - 6p
Tues - Thurs 8a - 4p
Fri 8a - noon
Food Pantries
Union Congregational Church
105 Pleasant St
2nd Wednesday from 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm and last Saturday from 9:30 am - 11:00 am
St Vincent dePaul Food Pantry
St. John's Catholic Church
210 Center St EB
(508) 378-3760
Distribution 1st & 3rd Monday of Each Month
Community Meal
Wednesdays
5:30 - 6:30pm open to all.
A donation is appreciated.
United Methodist Church 54 N. Central St E. Bridgewater
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Congratulations!
Katherine Ray
won a
$15 gift certificate to
Pinches & Pounds Candy Store
Rt 18, Whitman, MA!
You should play our
Historical Tidbit Trivia Game
at the bottom of this newsletter.
You could win a
Jump Start Training Package including
nutrition consultation & 6 free sessions from Get In Shape For Women at
180 Winter St, Bridgewater
Value: $140
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Placing Wreaths at the National Cemetery in Bourne
Pictured left to right Sergeant Mike Mclaughlin, Officer Richard Eldredge (Staff Sergeant US Air Force retired), Officer Mike Randall (Sergeant US Army now active National Guard) in the back ground Jacob McLaughlin, not pictured but present Sergeant Michael Jenkins and Detective David Perrault (US Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class retired).
REMEMBER our fallen US Veterans.
HONOR those who served.
TEACH your children the value of freedom.
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Come See Our New Home
265 Bedford St, Bridgewater
(508) 378-9971
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Recycling Center
In addition to the regularly scheduled
1st and 3rd Saturday
, the Recycling Center at 877 Bridge Street will be open the
2nd and 4th Wednesday
of the month through March from
8:30a - 1:00p
. (No trash or recycling 1/1.)
The center is subject to closure due to inclement weather, updates will be posted on the DPW website.
Click here
for updates.
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Recycle Your Christmas Tree
Dec 28th, Jan 4th & Jan 11th
9:00a - 12:00p
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Team WEB!
East Bridgewater & West Bridgewater co-op girls hockey team is having a great start to their season!
Picture from first game and road trip
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Follow them on Twitter:
@web_hockey
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Happy Holidays from your Friends at
BRIDGEWATER FARM SUPPLY
We're Your
COMPLETE
Garden, Farm & Pet Store!
Come check out our great gifts for the holidays! Farm themed toys, doggy shirts & sweaters, bird feeders, garden decorations and oh so much more!
Stop in today!
1000 Plymouth St (Rt 104) Bridgewater •
(508) 697-0357
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Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
Mon, Jan 6th
6:00p
EB Public Library-Community Room
Teens in grades 7-12 are eligible to join the East Bridgewater Public Library’s Teen Advisory Board. TAB meets the 1st Monday of each month from October – June.
Help to choose new books, plan programs, decorate the YA section of the library and earn community service hours. Oh, and did we mention there’ll be free food?!?!
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~ Taste of a Symphony ~
Brockton Symphony Orchestra
Tues, Jan 7th
1:00p
Council on Aging
We are delighted to welcome members of the Brockton Symphony Orchestra for a free concert!
Please call the COA to sign up 508-378-1610.
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Taunton River Watershed Tide Calendar Released
The Taunton River Watershed Alliance (TRWA) is pleased to announce the release of its Annual Taunton River Tide calendar. For our tenth year running, the TRWA has published a yearly calendar with tidal data for the Taunton River along with the winning images of the TRWA’s Calendar Photography Contest.
This year the calendar features the work of 19 area photographers and nature enthusiasts. Pictures are of the wildlife and scenery within the Taunton River Watershed, 562 square miles in all of or part of 43 Southeastern Massachusetts cities and towns.
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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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Call for more information today!
111 Torrey St, Suite 1, Brockton
508-456-6220
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East Bridgewater Lacrosse - Home of the Vikings!
Regular Registration:
Now - Tues, March 31st
Cost: $50 - $150
Skills Practices: 1/10, 1/24 & 1/31
Kindergarten 7-8p $5; Grades 1-8 7-9p $10
The 2020 EB Lax season is upon us! We're excited to continue to grow our league this year with the help and hard work of our players, parents, and coaches.
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Bethel Family Medicine * Bethel Women’s Wellness
Comprehensive healthcare for every member of your family.
Accepting New Patients
CALL TODAY FOR AN APPOINTMENT!
111 Torrey St, Brockton (508) 588-1200
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MOLD GUYS RESTORATION, LLC
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Call today to get your
air ducts cleaned!
An air duct cleaning service is an investment not only in your health, but in the health of your HVAC system!
(781) 910-5029
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Job Posting -
Animal Control Officer(ACO)/Animal Inspector
The Town of East Bridgewater is looking for a highly skilled Animal Control Officer (ACO) to protect the safety of the public and the welfare of animals. The ACO would perform tasks related to the enforcement of the town bylaws and applicable state laws and regulations relating to animals and all other related work as required in the attached job description. The salary range is $19.00 - $23.00 per hour depending on experience. Cover letter and resume needed.
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Earn extra income while
helping your community.
The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting to fill hundreds of thousands of positions across the country to assist with the 2020 Census count.
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JOHNNY MACARONI'S
Eat well, Laugh often, Love much
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Happy New Year
from our family to yours!
Gift Certificates available at all our convenient locations!
150B Industrial Dr., Halifax
(781) 300-2600
582 West St., EB
(508) 378-9335
1300 Plymouth St., EB
(508) 456-4460
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Baptism By Ice Fundraiser by Steve Kelley & Jacquie Rose
Union Congregational Church: home to EB Emergency Food Pantry; BSA & Venture Scouts Troop 29; Sew Much Love: Homemade Quilts fundraiser to replace roof
Read more
www.gofundme.com
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With Love and Care, Rest in Peace Randy Julius
Mar 19, 1948 – Dec 13, 2019
Since we lost Randy, the stories are pouring in as we grieve together and begin one small step at a time to mend our broken hearts, here are two. My thoughts and prayers are with Mary and the whole Julius Family. My love to all ~ Jacquie
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The Joy of Randy
Randy Julius impacted my life as the bringer of immense joy and community. ~ Jacquelyn Rose, Publisher, BuzzAround.Info Dale and the Duds created frozen moments in time where we all sat in our stadium chairs and on blankets, toes in the grass,...
Read more
buzzaround.info
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Randy Julius: Stripers swimming backwards
I only fished with Randy Julius one time. It was on Cape Cod, and it only lasted a couple of hours, but it was such a good experience I have savored it for years: Late morning in East Sandwich, may...
Read more
danrodricks.com
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered to win a
Jump Start Training Package including nutrition consultation & 6 free sessions from Get In Shape For Women at
180 Winter St, Bridgewater
Value: $140
Historical Tidbit Question:
What does mistletoe translate to in the Anglo Saxon language?
Email us your answer at:
Please include your name, phone number with your answer.
By entering, you give us permission to announce your name in next week's Buzz Around East Bridgewater
On January 1, 2020 we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.
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Starting Over
Now that we have a minute to breath...
it's a great time to weed out any old bad karma... habits or relationships, and this opens up space in your life for new positive habits & relationships.
“Take the first step in faith. You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.” ~ Martin Luther King Jr.
“It’s never too late to become who you want to be. I hope you live a life that you’re proud of, and if you find that you’re not, I hope you have the strength to start over.” ~ F. Scott Fitzgerald
“You can learn new things at any time in your life if you’re willing to be a beginner. If you actually learn to like being a beginner, the whole world opens up to you.” ~ Barbara Shur
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Starting over can be scary, but it's a scarier and sadder life that does not grow, learn, evolve, progress & create!
You are beautiful as you become a better you!
~ Jacquie
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The Buzz Around is brought to you this week by: Jen Bellody, Theresa McNulty, Janice O'Brien, Jacquelyn Rose & Gregory Venezia
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