March 15, 2020 ~ Building Community One Positive Story at a Time
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Let us know your favorite song to scrub your hands to...
and enter to win a 1/4 share in Nessralla Farm's CSA
You could be the lucky winner of a box of fresh fruit & veggies once a week all summer long from Nessralla Farm
one entry per person... let's keep it CLEAN folks ; )
We've gotten creative this week, singing while we wash.
So send us a email and/or a video link of you singing & washing with your name and contact info to
prizes@buzzaround.info
by Thursday March 19th.
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Congratulations to Savannah Murphy
During the fall of 2019, the Brockton Area Prevention Collaborative invited students from across the greater Brockton region to participate in a Sticker Shock Contest. What is Sticker Shock you may ask? Sticker Shock is a prevention initiative that engages local youth to address underage drinking in their community. Five local school districts participated in the contest including Whitman-Hanson Regional High School.
Students were tasked with creating a sticker design that included a prevention message to deter adults from buying alcohol for minors. Sticker entries were required to highlight the Massachusetts Social Host Law including the penalties for buying alcohol for minors which is up to one year in jail and/or $2,000 in fines. The winner of the contest would have their sticker printed and posted in local liquor stores to spread this youth-driven prevention message.
All students from Whitman Hanson Regional High School's computer graphic design class, led by District Lead Art Teacher, Christina Maher, submitted entries into the regional Sticker Shock Contest. Savannah Murphy, a student in this class, created the winning sticker that will now be disseminated in local liquor stores and businesses across the region. In some communities, the sticker will even be posted in multiple languages.
On March 10th, Savannah will join her peers from the high school's Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) chapter, as well as members from Whitman Hanson WILL, the Collaborative and the town's police departments, to disseminate stickers throughout the 21 establishments that sell alcohol in Whitman and Hanson. Murphy’s sticker will be placed as window clings on beer coolers, in addition to post cards at store counters with the intent of swaying adults from purchasing alcohol for minors.
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Historical Tidbit:
Evacuation Day
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(Picture of Evacuation Day)
On March 17, 1776, British soldiers under General Howe were forced to Evacuate Boston. In 1768, the first 4,000 troops had arrived in Boston. By the time of the evacuation, that number had grown to 11,000.
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(Picture of George Washington)
During the night of March 4th at Dorchester Heights, patriot soldiers under General George Washington, constructed parapets and rifle pits along with cannons brought from Fort Ticonderoga by Colonel Knox. Gen. Howe awoke the following morning to extensive earthworks upon the strategically important hill.
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Rather than risk another battle with heavy casualties such as Bunker Hill, Gen. Howe made the decision to withdraw his troops by ship never to return to Boston. The departing of troops was not only a military victory for the fledgling Continental Army, it was also a psychological victory for Boston and all the colonies.
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The sacrifices and commitment of Boston citizens, the Militia throughout the countryside and Washington's Army inspired the colonies to organize and fight for their freedom, eventually leading to the founding of the United States of America.
But it's well known among the Boston Irish... it's a Suffolk county holiday because you can't stop the Irish from celebrating St Patrick's Day... so you might as well give them the day off! : )
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Town Hall
54 South Ave.
781-618-9700
Mon, Wed, Thu 8a - 4p
Tues 8a - 7:30p
Fri Closed
Check the town website for needed updates
Public Library
100 Webster Street
781-447-7613
Mon-Thu 10a - 8p
Fri 1p - 5p
Sat (School Year) 10a - 4p
Council on Aging
16 Hayden Ave.
781-447-7619
Mon, Wed, Thu 8a - 4p
Tues 8a - 7p
Fri 8a - 1p
St. Vincent de Paul/Whitman Food Pantry
By appointment only: 781-447-8560
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Congratulations!
Jennifer Hodgen
won a
Jump Start Training Package including nutrition consultation & 6 free sessions from
Get In Shape For Women at
180 Winter St, Bridgewater
Value: $140
You should play our
Historical Tidbit Trivia Game
at the bottom of this newsletter.
You could win a
CSA share: your very own box of fresh fruit
& veggies each week this growing season! ($125 value)
We will draw one winner for all
Buzz Around communities.
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A Peaceful Sunrise
So much to be grateful for!
We are thankful for the photographic gifts of Mary Wright Julius.
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Send us pix, video & stories - What are you doing with your free time?
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Badminton
by Deena Anzum, BuzzAround Intern
In the summertime when my cousins come over, we like to play badminton together. On the weekends when the weather is nice, we usually have barbecue parties. While the food is cooking, all the cousins get together and play. We usually like to form teams of two. Badminton is very enjoyable. It gets everyone energized and feels great when we get a continuous run. Sometimes the birdie will hit one of our faces and everyone laughs. Some of us even fall trying to catch the birdie.
My uncle was a badminton player back in the day so sometimes he would join. However, since he is a professional, he plays hard and even the good players cannot keep up! As a kid, my mother also played with her friends. So, she would join as well. It is even more fun when everyone joins in! One summer, all the parents came together and joined the kids so we had two big groups. We do not follow any of the usual rules for badminton. We just play for fun. We take turns serving and usually whichever side the birdie lands is the team that would serve. For example, if it lands on my team's side, then my team would serve.
With all this free time... outdoor activity is perfect!
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Avocado Tree Growing Indoors in Massachusetts
By Gregory Venezia
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Something you might not know... You can grow avocado trees indoors here in Massachusetts. You start them in water until they sprout roots. Then pot them in dirt.
I put the pit in a plastic container filled with water and push toothpicks in the pit to suspend it over the water. I've heard that some people have simply put them in a plastic bag with water, and that worked for then. Then I put them in a pot of dirt. I used dirt from my garden.
I put the pits in water some time before September. They take a while to start growing roots, so it could have been a month or two.
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In September 2018 it began to grow roots.
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In December 2018 it began to sprout leaves.
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In January the leaves got pretty big.
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The picture to the left is the most recent photo I have of a few of the plants I'm growing. From left to right the plants are passion fruit vine, jack fruit, avocado tree, passion fruit vine. All the fruit to grow these plants can be purchased from the grocery store.
The avocado plant is starting to wilt, but I think that is from over watering, so with less frequent watering I hope to see it perk back up. The sunny weather should help too.
I like gardening because if something doesn't work you still learn something, and you can do better next time.
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We're Your COMPLETE Garden,
Farm & Pet Store!
It's time to DIG IN to your Spring cleaning. We have the shovels!
Stop in today for yours!
1000 Plymouth St (Rt 104) Bridgewater • (508) 697-0357
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Various weekly programs in July 2020.
For an early registration discount of $50 off, register
HERE by
March 20th.
One-week science courses for Students entering Grades 6 - 12 in the fall of 2020.
This unique program allows students to work as scientists and is designed to inspire students about science while providing them with the foundations necessary for further scientific exploration.
Summer Science Academy students are immersed in science courses and conduct hands-on investigations in their selected course. Students in the middle school courses will also participate in extracurricular science activities. All courses focus on the importance of science communication as students lead presentations on the last day of class.
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WHCA-TV 's ByThe Numbers
Season 2 Promo
A new season of By The Numbers is about to get underway. The show looks to continue the success of Season 1, by sharing financial insight from people in the know.
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Good news at the national level.
1) CDC pledges to pay for free CV-19 screening for all. ( Thanks Rep.Katie Porter)
2) Drive through tests at CVS, Walgreens, Target & Walmart will be available in the near future as a website is in the development stages to triage people at home (Announced in the 3/13/20 Whitehouse Press Conference.)
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PINCHES AND POUNDS
Gold chocolate coins ready and waiting for you for Saint Patrick's Day
☘️
Sunday 11 a.m. -6 p.m.
Mon- Sat 10am-8pm
785 Bedford St Rt 18
Whitman, Ma
(781) 447-2639
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TRIO CAFE
Family Owned & Operated
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Treat yourself to a yummy lunch!
We're Open:
Mon - Sat: 8am - 4pm
Sunday: 8am - 2pm
12 Temple St. * Whitman
(781) 447-1064
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Socializing with Science
"Social Distancing" is a tool being put into place for large, close gatherings (sporting events, concerts) to slow the spread of this respiratory virus, a needed precaution. Due to this and the barrage of media attention, we at the
BuzzAround
suggest some simple ways to remain social & active in your community.
Here is some science on the spread of Covid-19: It is water droplets from a sick person getting into your body that will spread it. If it’s safe for you, all other life activities should continue. We need interaction with others, and it's a great time to be outside. Show your love & compassion.
Here are some suggestions for those that are able: 1) Take a walk or ride a bike around your neighborhood. Last night I was walking my dog and a neighborhood kid stopped and talked to me. We had a fun conversation. I am never disappointed checking out my neighborhood.
2) Shop at a locally owned store: Infamous for never being too busy, local shops are fun nooks of helpfulness and original items. If you don't see what you want, ask the owner or clerk to find something for you. They will go out of their way to help you. Talk about feeling loved!
3) Keep yourself healthy. Stay hydrated, get enough sleep and eat plenty of vegetables & fruit. If you don't recognize a word on a food's ingredient list, don't eat it!
4) Stay active in your local community & keep in touch with folks around you, if not in person, then by phone & messages.
5) If you have a fever or cough, please keep out of social interactions. And even if you don't present with symptoms, know that you can slow the spread of respiratory illness with frequent hand washing and being mindful of a 6-foot boundary around your mouth, nose & eyes.
And here is some social science: We are all in this together.
Know your stuff and take care of yourself, but don't create an unhealthy lifestyle by isolating yourself.
Whatever challenges you face today, don't face them alone. ~ Jacquie
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Bethany Ralph, the first girl to captain the Whitman- Hanson wrestling team, does it with pizzazz.
Bethany Ralph is in the Finals of the All-State Girls Wrestling Tournament. As a senior captain on the wrestling team, Bethany has had an incredible career. She placed 2nd at the Sandwich (Varsity Boys) Tournament and pinned a number of tough wrestlers this season. But what has been so inspiring about Bethany is her work ethic and humble leadership skills. She’s an excellent student, works multiple jobs, jogs outside of practice, trains hard during the off season, and has always displayed exemplary sportsmanship. As a current parent of a freshman wrestler, I couldn’t think of a better role model for my son.
~ Shawn Kain
FB Post February 29
Pictured: Bethany pinning the 2nd seed in the All-State semifinals.
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered to win a
CSA share: your very own box of fresh fruit
& veggies each week this growing season! ($125 value)
We will draw one winner for all
Buzz Around communities.
Historical Tidbit Question:
What did patriot soldiers construct under
George Washington?
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 March 18, 2020 we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.
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Have fun keeping clean!
"You never know how strong you are until being strong is the only choice you have."
~ Cayla Mills
"Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does." ~ William James
"Life's challenges are not supposed to paralyze you, they're supposed to help you discover who you are. " ~ Bernice Johnson Reagon
"The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy. " ~ Martin Luther King, Jr.
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"Every day we choose who we are by how we define ourselves. " ~ Angelina Jolie
Have fun keeping clean!
Attitude is EVERYTHING.
Love strongly, completely. Move forward confidently.
~ Jacquie
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The Buzz Around is brought to you this week by: Deena Anzum, Jen Bellody, Janice O'Brien, Megan Pich, Jacquelyn Rose & Gregory Venezia
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Copyright 2019 Buzz Around Whitman. You have our permission to share and copy this issue in its entirety or as much as you like. If you take it in part, please give credit: ("Buzz Around Whitman 3/15/20")
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