June 16, 2019
~ Building Community One Positive Story at a Time
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Historical Tidbit: School Budget Woes in the 1800's
School budget woes, building repairs and parental concerns are nothing new. "The total school budget for 1880 for teachers, janitors and wood for heat was $730.00. Suggestions began to surface regarding repairs and appeals for parental concern.
The committee felt students were poor readers and did not believe corporal punishment was to be wholly discarded and should be used with 'great calmness mildness and consideration.' There were 30 weeks of school with a total of 65 pupils.
"1885 was the first year it was voted that the school committee should purchase, at town expense, text books and supplies and loan them free to the students. Schools began to fall into disrepair, teachers were hard to find, attendance fluctuated - there were many complaints. By 1878, we were down to 4 schools (down from five)."
From Town of Halifax Yesterday and Today, published for the 250th Anniversary
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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!
Jean Hatch
won a
sandwich or salad & drink for 2
( $20 value)
Trio Cafe
12 Temple St, Whitman Center
You should play our
Historical Tidbit Trivia Game
at the bottom of this newsletter.
You could win
$30 gift certificate to CN Smith Farm
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Wellness Clinic
Monday, June 24 at 11:00 AM
Kitchen in Town Hall
The Norwell Visiting Nurses Association will provide a free, walk-in, adult blood pressure and blood sugar screening clinic on Monday, June 24 at the Halifax Town Hall from 11:00am to noon. They will also answer questions about medications. Please call the Board of Health at 781-293-6768 for more information.
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The Importance of Water Safety in the Summer
Water Safety:
During the summer months, many families will spend a lot of time on the water. We live in an area that is close to a wide variety of water options including rivers, lakes, ponds, streams, and the ocean, not to mention backyard and community pools. Whenever you are boating, kayaking, canoeing or using stand-up paddle boards, always remember to use approved personal floatation devices (PFD). For information on how to choose an appropriate PFD by the U.S. Coast Guard, visit:
How to Choose the Right Life Jacket
. Also, be sure to supervise children when they are in or near the water. Drowning does not always look like the splashing and noises that you see in movies and on television. To learn more, check out this article from Slate:
Rescuing Drowning Children: How to Know When Someone is in Trouble in the Water
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Learn all about the Moon!!
July 1 at 6:30pm at the Holmes Public Library
Join NASA Ambassador Pat Monteith as he guide you on a trip to the Moon and offers hands on activities for us to do!
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Bridgewater Farm Supply – Your Complete Garden, Farm & Pet Store!
Farmers and pet parents alike, we have all the supplies you need to keep your animals, happy, healthy and comfortable!
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1000 Plymouth St (Rt 104)
Bridgewater •
(508) 697-0357
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Post-Fireworks Clean-Up
Sunday, June 30th (morning after the fireworks celebration) from 9AM-11AM behind HOPS playground.
The Halifax Committee is looking for volunteers to help clean up any trash left behind by celebration attendees. This is a great opportunity for any high school students looking to chip away at their required community service hours. There will be members from the Halifax Committee present to sign off on hours completed (an estimated 1-2 hours.)
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Do you have 8 weeks to work on your summer body?
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$399 for 8 weeks of small group personal training!
Special extended through June 21st!
Start today!
180 Winter St., Bridgewater
(across from Chatta Box)
Contact Stephanie at 508-697-2900
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Nessralla Farm Father's Day MudFest
June 16 8am - 5pm
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Library Pet Show
July 8 from 6 - 7:30pm at the Holmes Public Library
Show off your cats, snakes, horses, pigs, and chickens. No pet? No Problem! Come and enjoy the show!
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Visitor in the Yard
Be sure to cover your trash to prevent spontaneous visitors!
Photo credit: Sue Basile
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Homestead Mortgage Workshop
Wednesday, July 10th at 1 PM
There will be an educational workshop conducted
by David Tourtillott of Homestead
Mortgage at Pope's Tavern Senior Center.
David will be discussing the pros and cons of Federally insured reverse mortgage program and how to use one as you stay in place or sell your existing home and purchase a new more suitable home. Surprise giveaways provided.
Reserve your space by calling our office at 781-293-7313
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You can view a video of the final product by clicking
Here.
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HOPS is Back in Business!
The new fence added to the playground on June 4th concluded the building processes that started on April 12th 2019. Friends of HOPS worked hard throughout the year to make their dream a reality, including their annual 5k race and community build days where volunteers helped with the construction of the playground.The final product is truly an accomplishment built by the community, for the community. Thank you to Friends of HOPS for creating a space ready for fun and great memories!
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered to win a
$30 gift certificate to CN Smith Farm
Historical Tidbit Question:
How many weeks of school were there in the 1880's?
Please include your name, phone number and mailing address with your answer.
Prize Box Rules
By entering, you give us permission to announce your name in next week's Buzz Around Halifax.
On June 19, 2019, we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers
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The Buzz Around is brought to you this week by:Taylor Fruzzetti,Theresa McNulty, Janice O'Brien, Stacy Rancourt, Jacquelyn Rose & Gregory Venezia
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“It takes generosity to discover the whole through others. If you realize you are only a violin, you can open yourself up to the world by playing your role in the concert.” ~ Jacques-Yves Cousteau
"True generosity is an offering; given freely and out of pure love. No strings attached. No expectations. Time and love are the most valuable possession you can share." ~ Suze Orman
“With generosity, overcome meanness.” ~The Buddha, Verse 223, The Dhammapada
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It may not seem when you read your Buzz Around... but this is us in a battle.
A battle against meanness. A battle against disrespect.
A battle against these things that cause pain in our society.
Spreading good news is how we battle. Being generous, being kind, being loving and respectful. Encouraging creativity and positivity. Spreading joy. Buzz Around now publishes to 10,000 subscribers who join us in building strong communities of respect.
This began with my own struggle due to that critical inner voice: "because I am the mother, I should say something" or "because I care, I should say something," but not understanding the whole situation, I caused pain with my words. So the Buzz Around works to get it right, inspired by the many in our communities who give generously of themselves.
I found the battle with meanness begins within, usually in how we critically look at others. Being generous with our time to those in need is a great way to gain understanding.
To all the kindness warriors out there, giving generously: thank you. You are our front lines in the battle against a mean society.
~ Jacquie
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The Buzz Around does not claim to support any particular view.
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