December 8, 2019
~ Building Community One Positive Story at a Time
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A Shout Out to Halifax
Firefighters Local 3159.
Thanks, for all you do for the town... and on top of that have a general fund. Through out the year they donate to different charities, do a scholarship for Halifax seniors in high school, try to help families in the Halifax during the holidays.
Here is them drawing for their Snowblower Raffle a few days ago: Congrats to winner Robert Mullen!
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The winner has been drawn!...Halifax Firefighters...
Thank you very much to all of you who have helped support the Halifax Firefighters Local 3159. We have reached our 200 ticket limit for our snow blower raffle as you can see it's snowing outside today.
Read more
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Historical Tidbit:
Four Wheel Carriage Certificate
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The 1800s version of a registration for a vehicle was very different than what we have today.
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Certificate of Ownership for Four Wheel Carriage
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Here is the text:
"No. 602 This is to Certify, That
Holmes Sears
, of the town of
Halifax
in the county of
Plymouth
in the
Thirteenth
collection district of Massachusetts,
had
paid the duty of
one
dollars, for the year to end on the 31
st
day of December next.
For and upon a
four
wheel carriage called a wagon owned by
him
and the harness used therefor.
This certificate to be of no avail any longer than the aforesaid carriage shall be owned by the said
Holmes Sears
- unless said carriage shall be owned by the said
Holmes Sears
– unless said certificate shall be produced to a collector, and an entry be made thereon, specifying the name of the then owner of said carriage, and the time when
he
became possessed thereof.
Given in conformity with the laws of the United States, this
fourteenth
day of
April 1815
-
Howard Cary
Collector of the Revenue, for the
13th
Collection District of Massachusetts."
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Respectfully submitted, Sue Basile
Commentary text written by Gregory Venezia
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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!
Diane Ostrander
won a
5-6ft Christmas Tree from
Nessralla Farm Store,
318 Plymouth St, Halifax
You should play our
Historical Tidbit Trivia Game
at the bottom of this newsletter.
You could win a
$50 gift certificate to Beauty Counter products through Independent Consultant
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Volunteers Needed for Annual PTO Breakfast with Santa
Halifax Families,
Next week on Saturday, December 14th, from 8:30 to 11 AM Halifax PTO holds their annual breakfast with Santa event.
We are in desperate need of raffle items, gift baskets, baked goods, items to sell for the kids shopping table, and volunteers. This is one of our biggest fundraisers of the year and such a wonderful fun event for all the children of the community.
If you could please look to see if you have items to donate small new items are needed.
Here are some easy ways that you can help:
1. Drop off individually wrapped baked goods at the Halifax Elementary front office.
2. Donate small (new) items for the shopping room. These can be dropped off at the front office before Friday, December 13th.
Please help us to continue making this event one the kids and community look forward to each year!
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Holmes Public Library Silent Auction
Bidding opened Mon, Nov 25th
Last bids must be in by 5:00p Wed, Dec 18th
Thanks to the Friends of the Library, Trustees, Staff and others for donating the items.
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Halifax Fire Chili Cook Off
Sat, Dec 14th
5:30 - 7:15p
438 Plymouth St.
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Holidays in Halifax 2019
Saturday, December 14th
4:00 - 8:00p
The 25th edition of Holidays in Halifax features open houses, decorations, refreshments, performances, and activities in a number of municipal buildings from approximately 4pm to 8pm.
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BRIDGEWATER FARM SUPPLY
We're Your
COMPLETE
Garden, Farm & Pet Store!
We're your one-stop shop for all the supplies you need for all your furry friends!
Stop in today!
1000 Plymouth St (Rt 104) Bridgewater •
(508) 697-0357
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Breakfast With Santa
Sat, Dec 14th
8:30 – 11:00a
Halifax Elementary School
The delicious breakfast Includes: Fluffy Pancakes, Savory Sausage, Homemade Muffins & Pastries, Juice, Milk and of course… Heavenly Hot Coffee! (Served until 10:30)
At the event will be wall to wall gift basket raffles, kid’s shopping room with gift wrapping, interactive crafts and festive activities, homemade baked goods for sale, photo shoot with Santa and many more surprises in store!
Volunteers needed!
Tickets - $5 each or $20 for a family of 5 or more
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Volunteers Needed to Serve on
Town Boards
The Halifax Board of Selectmen is seeking volunteers to serve on a number of boards and committees including the Finance Committee and the Wage and Personnel Board. These committees and boards need volunteers in order to function and provide services to the residents of Halifax. For instance, a full seven-person Finance Committee ensures that a wider variety of residents help make recommendations to Town Meeting about the Town's annual and operating budgets than if the Committee has a minimum quorum of four residents. Residents interested in serving on these and other boards and committees can download a
talent bank form and submit it to the Board of Selectmen, 499 Plymouth Street, Halifax, MA 02338 or contact the Selectmen's Office at 781-294-1316 to obtain one.
Here is a current list of vacancies.
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What will you find
at the farm today?
Apple cider! Made of APPLES...no sugar, no water, no preservatives!
Stop in and pick some up today!
318 Plymouth St. Halifax
(781) 294-1767
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PJ Storytime
Mon, Dec 16th
6:00 – 7:00p
Miss Holly is feeling Grinch-y and ready for a PJ Storytime! They will have stories, songs, and cookie decorating.
Come dressed in your cozy pjs if you want!
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Constituent Hours
Monday, December 23rd
12:00 - 2:00p
Hosted by The Office of State Representative Kathy LaNatra
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Halifax Cultural Council Awards
The Halifax Cultural Council is pleased to announce its grant awards for the 2020 grant cycle:
Jazzin' the Blues w/Paul Speidel $200
Concert / Music Education w/David Maloof $375
Magic for Seniors w/Ed Cope $450
Halifax Reads at the Holmes Public Library $400
Craft Inspires at the Fuller Craft Museum $150
Soule Homestead Harvest Fair $200
South Shore Natural Science Center's Corn Festival $500
Treasure Hunts at the Pilgrim Hall Museum $100
Senior Art Class w/Halifax Council on Aging $400
Concert: Plymouth 400-Adoration of Place w/Plymouth Philharmonic Orchestra $500
Children's Songs and Singing Games Family Concert w/Roger Tincknell $500
Beethoven @ 250: 2 Area Performances of 5th Symphony & Mass in C Major w/Mayflower Camerata and Chamber Orchestra $457
Guest Art Demo & Workshop at Silver Lake Regional High School $350
High Art 2020: DREAMSCAPES at the Attleboro Arts Museum $100
Art and Poetry: Making Creative Connections w/Bill Alberti $100
A Musical Journey Through The Years w/Tommy Rull $375
Passes to Plimoth Plantation at the Holmes Public Library $500
SENSEation Days at the Fuller Craft Museum $350
Another Crossing: Artists Revisit the Mayflower Voyage at the Fuller Craft Museum $500
Essential Portraiture Class at Silver Lake High School $150
Information about the dates and locations of specific events will be posted on the Town’s web site at a later date. The Halifax Cultural Council is a local agency funded by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency. For more information about the Halifax Cultural Council, please contact Town Administrator, Charlie Seelig, at 781-294-1316.
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered to win a
$50 gift certificate to Beauty Counter products through Independent Consultant Christine Harkins.
The clean revolution
Historical Tidbit Question:
How much did Holmes Sears
pay that year?
Please include your name, phone number and mailing address with your answer.
By entering, you give us permission to announce your name in next week's Buzz Around Halifax.
On December 11, 2019, we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.
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The Wilds
I am a big fan of Brené
Brown. A sociologist and writer, her insights into vulnerability and acceptance took her from Ted Talks to her own Netflix special.
As we head into "the season," it is her thoughts on developing a "strong back, soft front and wild heart" from
Braving the Wilderness
that resonates.
Sometimes, being in relationship is painful, any kind of relationship. If we are invested, we risk getting hurt. We need a strong back to set healthy boundaries and limits for ourselves. Be kind to yourself.
Then we can have a soft heart... arms wide open for hugs.
Wild heart: "...living out the paradox of love in our lives. Its the ability to be tough and tender, excited and scared, brave and afraid- all in the same moment." (p. 155)
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Its a tension we struggle with. Being aware of pain and experiencing joy. Dr. Brown's point is that if we don't have joy and love, we can't give it away. Cultivate joy and love for yourself., make sure your own needs are being met... then you will have it to give away. Enjoy your week! ~ Jacquie
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The Buzz Around is brought to you this week by: Jen Bellody,
Amanda Lobsien,
Theresa McNulty, Janice O'Brien, Stacy Rancourt, Jacquelyn Rose, Gregory Venezia & Beyonnie Whitaker
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