September 8, 2019 ~ Building Whitman Community One Positive Story at a Time
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The Whitman Area Special Olympics is Conducting a 2019 Holiday Calendar Fundraiser.
The calendars list the prize for each day. They cost $10 each. We accept checks or cash only. All monies collected go 100% to our program for uniforms and equipment for our sports program.
Let me know how many you want and I will deliver the calendars to you … wherever you are. I can be reached by cell, text or email. (781) 733-2738
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Historical Tidbit:
Early Washing Machines
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Recently, I was reading a journal that my great grandfather had written in 1905. Among the pages I came across a short note entitled Washing Machines:
"A home without a washing machine today is as rare as one without a telephone or radio, but then it was a great exception. I bought a 1900 washer in 1904 and it was my job to get up early and operate it. The motive, (its) power, was a couple of strong springs that had to be kept in motion." The earliest manual washing machines imitated the motion of the human hand on the washboard, by using a lever to move one curved surface over another and rubbing clothes between two ribbed surfaces. This type of washer was first patented in the United States in 1846 and survived as late as 1927 in the Montgomery Ward catalog. The first electric clothes washers, in which a motor rotated the tub, were introduced into America about 1900. The motor was not protected beneath the machine and water often dripped into it causing short-circuits and jolting shocks. By 1911, it was possible to buy oscillating, cylinder, domestic washing machines with sheet metal tubs mounted on angle-iron frames with perforated metal or wooden slat cylinders inside.
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Respectfully Submitted,
Sue Basile
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Town Hall
54 South Ave.
781-618-9700
Mon, Wed, Thu 8am - 4pm
Tues 8am - 7:30pm
Fri Closed
Public Library
100 Webster Street
781-447-7613
Mon-Thu 10am - 8pm
Fri 1pm - 5pm
Sat (School Year) 10am - 4pm
Council on Aging
16 Hayden Ave.
781-447-7619
Mon, Wed, Thu 8am - 4pm
Tues 8am - 7 pm
Fri 8am - 1pm
St. Vincent de Paul/Whitman Food Pantry
By appointment only: 781-447-8560
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Congratulations!
Diane Ribeiro
won a
1 weekend night get away (for up to 4 people) at the Residence Inn - Bridgewater. Includes a breakfast buffet!
You should play our
Historical Tidbit Trivia Game
at the bottom of this newsletter.
You could win
45 minute Reiki Treatment with Jacquelyn Rose
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The Writer's Block
Tue, Sept 10, 6 - 7p
Whitman Public Library Community Room
Calling all writers! Meet with other local writers to discuss techniques, ideas, projects, and feedback on your work.
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Wonder Days : Stories & Play
Wed, Sept 11th, 11 - 11:45a
Whitman Public Library
Join us for stories, a craft and open play time.
Suggested for ages 3-5 but all ages are welcome.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
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Friends of the Whitman Public Library Meeting
Wed, Sept 11th, 6:30 - 7:30p
Come join us! Friends monthly meeting to discuss supporting the library. All are welcome to attend.
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W/H Girl Scouts Daisy Troop Meeting Sampler for K/1 girls
Tuesday, Sept 10th, 6 – 7:30p Hanson Public Library 132 Maquan Street, Hanson
Read more
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Children's Hospital Blood Drive
Sat, Sept 14th,
8:30a - 3:30p
Whitman Public Library
All collection occurs on mobile blood drive bus.
Contact: Annie Gray 781-252-0982
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Bridgewater Farm Supply – Your Complete Garden, Farm & Pet Store!
Great harvest this year?
Can your bounty and eat it all year long! We have a large selection of canning supplies.
Stop in and pick up yours today!
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1000 Plymouth St (Rt 104)
Bridgewater •
(508) 697-0357
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Whitman/ Hanson Centennial Lions Club
Wed Sept 18th
6 - 7:30p
Knights of Columbus Hall, 1195 Bedford St.
Come serve our local community of Whitman/Hanson with humanitarian works and encouraging international understanding and compassion!
New Members are WELCOME!
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My First Storytime
Mondays in September
10:30-11:15a
Community Room at library
Stories, rhymes, movement and play time for babies and toddlers! Drop-in.
Funding for this program has been generously provided by the Friends of the Whitman Public Library.
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Historical Commission Meeting
Sept 17th, 7:30p
Whitman Town Hall, Rm 22
54 South Ave
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Census 2020 Info
Why Are there Census Takers in My Neighborhood?
You might see census takers in your neighborhood for a few different reasons:
- They are verifying addresses in preparation for the census.
- They are collecting responses to the census or another survey.
- They are dropping off census materials.
- They are conducting quality checks on the census.
Census takers who verify addresses are called address canvassers. They help ensure an accurate and complete count by verifying address lists across a wide area of physical geography, housing structures, and residence types.
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Part of this effort involves census takers on the ground noting where houses, apartments, shelters, and other residences are located. Census takers will attempt to knock on every door in the neighborhood they are canvassing.
Census takers will begin visiting homes in 2020 to collect responses from those who did not respond online, by phone, or by mail. At the same time, there will be other surveys ongoing, such as the American Community Survey, so there will also be census field representatives visiting homes for other reasons as well.
How Can I Verify the Identity of a Census Worker?
If you are visited by someone from the U.S. Census Bureau, here are some tips to assure the validity of the field representative:
- Census takers must present an ID badge that includes a photograph of the field representative, a Department of Commerce watermark, and an expiration date.
- Note that census workers may be carrying a Census Bureau phone or a laptop as well as a bag with a Census Bureau logo.
- If you still have questions, call 800-923-8282 to speak with a local Census Bureau representative.
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• On-site Laboratory
• Cosmetic Services
• Weight Management
• Menopausal Medicine
Caring for infants, children, adolescents,
and adults
Accepting New Patients
CALL TODAY FOR AN APPOINTMENT!
111 Torrey St, Brockton (508) 588-1200
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FREE Intro to Svaroopa® Yoga!
Sun, Sept. 15,
1 pm
Come experience the difference!
Now taking new
Embodyment® Yoga Therapy clients
Learn how you can live pain-free!
More movement, less stress!
484 Bedford St, E. Bridgewater
(508) 331-3564
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Burnout 4 Veterans
Whitman VFW Post 697 (95 Essex St)
Sun, Sept 15th, 12-4p
Come support your local veterans. The parking lot opens at 10a. $20 per carload or $5 walk-ins. All proceeds will go to Whitman VFW 697 - South Shore Veterans Assistance, Inc. There will be a DJ with a cash bar, bocce courts, horseshoe pits, and pool tables will also be available.
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Being a Foster Parent/Info about DCF
Tue, Sept 17th, 6 - 7:30p
Whitman Public Library Community Room
Join us for an information session for potential foster parents. Donna will discuss being a foster parent and give information about the Department of Children and Families. There will be time to answer questions and packets will be available.
Contact: Donna White 508-846-0484
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Whitman Cultural Council
Wed, Sept 18th, 7 - 8p
Whitman Public Library
Historical Room
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You are invited to a Spaghetti Supper at All Saints Church Ha
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Sat, Sept 21st, 5 - 7p
44 Park Avenue, Whitman.
Admission is $9 and $5 for children under 12.
Tickets may be purchased ahead of time at the All Saints Thrift Shop on Wednesdays from 10 - 1p and on Saturdays from 10 - 2p, as well as by calling the Church at 781-447-6106.
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It's all about the kids!
Tap Jazz Ballet, Lyrical, Pointe Musical Theater,
Hip Hop
(508) 378-7079
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Supporting Heather's Journey for Janice
Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk
Heather Ann Fowler Fernald is celebrating her mother, Janice by participating in the Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk (on 9/22)
Life long residents of Whitman, MA. Janice was a part of Whitman's VFW Ladies Auxiliary and creates her own handmade beaded jewelry. Heather gushes when talking about her mom: "Even though she was a single mom, she always stuck by my side, bringing me to camp, bowling for 17 years, and as the majorette mom in high school. "
Janice was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2017. She underwent one surgery, two rounds of chemo, and six weeks (30 treatments) of radiation. Her last radiation and cancer treatment was on January 25, 2018. Heather said:
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She’s now 1 1/2 years cancer free and the strongest most amazing woman I know...my hero."
Click
here for info on walk/donations. Please help to raise awareness and funds towards finding a cure for cancer and supporting those affected along the way. When you donate, eighty-nine cents of every dollar goes directly to cancer research and patient care.
Story credit: J. Rose
Photo Credits: Heather Ann Fowler Fernald
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and
bee entered to win
45 minute Reiki Treatment with Jacquelyn Rose
Historical Tidbit Question:
How did the earliest washing machines work?
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 Whitman.
On September 11, 2019, we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.
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Teamwork
"Find a group of people who challenge and inspire you, spend a lot of time with them, and it will change your life." ~ Amy Poehler
"It is literally true that you can succeed best and quickest by helping others to succeed." ~Napoleon Hill
"If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together." ~African Proverb
"It is amazing what you can accomplish if you do not care who gets the credit." ~Harry Truman
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Us humans were meant to build and to create together!
It's in unison that great things happen.
Together, we can change, heal, love and bring peace to the world. Have a great week. ~ 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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