June 16, 2019
~ Building Community One Positive Story at a Time
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Historical Tidbit: Where in the world is Raynham, Massachusetts?
Raynham is located in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, which is one of the six New England States. Part of Bristol County, Raynham has the geographic coordinates 41.9487° N 71.0731° W and is in the Eastern
utc-5/-4 time zone. The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is ranked 44th of 50 states in size at 10,555 square miles.
Compared to the other 350 cities and towns in the commonwealth, Raynham is 20.9 square miles; of that 20.5 is in land and 0.4 in square miles of water.
Massachusetts is bordered by New Hampshire and Vermont - north, New York - west, Rhode Island and Connecticut - south and the Atlantic Ocean - east. Raynham is bordered by Easton on the north, West Bridgewater on the northeast, Bridgewater and Middleborough on the east, and Taunton on the south and west ....So that's where Raynham is!
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I wonder as I wander...
~ Robert Lundquist
with Christopher Medeiros
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Town Hall
558 South Main St.
508-824-2707
Mon - Thurs 8:30a - 4:30p,
Fri 8:30a - 12 Noon
Tues eve 6 - 8p
Public Library
760 South Main St.
508-823-1344
Mon - Wed 10a - 8p
Thurs 10a - 6p, Fri 10a - 5p, Sat 10a - 2p
Council on Aging
2215 King Philip St.
508-824-2740
Mon - Fri 9a - 3p
Food Pantry
2nd and 4th Thursday of the month
9:00 am - 11:00 am
494 Church St, Raynham
774-406-5612
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Congratulations!
Kevin Ellis
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 a
$30 gift certificate to CN Smith Farm
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N.E.L.M.S. Scholar Leader Award
Congratulations to Jack Werb and Hailey Banville, who were selected as the two students to receive the N.E.L.M.S. Scholar Leader Awards for Raynham Middle School! The New England League of Middle Schools (NELMS) and Commonwealth of Massachusetts Middle Level Educators (COMMLE), who sponsor the Awards, recognize two 8th grade students who have distinguished themselves in terms of outstanding scholarship and leadership. The students and their families joined Mrs. Charette and Mr. McKnight at the 20th Annual Scholar Leader Awards Banquet, held last Thursday at the Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel & Trade Center in Marlborough - congrats again to Jack and Hailey!
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COLOR RUN SUCCESS!
We would like to thank the Raynham Middle School Parent Organization, RMS teachers and staff, parents, and especially our students for all their hard work and support with making the COLOR RUN, a HUGE success! We raised $22,400 for our school!!
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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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Are you suffering from Headaches that just won't go away? Call us today!
Chiropractors successfully help thousands of individuals everyday obtain safe, effective, long-term relief from their headaches. This is because most headaches have a spinal, muscular, or habitual component which the chiropractor has been trained to identify and treat.
In fact, surveys show that 10-25% of patients initiate chiropractic care for the relief of headaches.
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63 Main Street, Bridgewater
(508) 697-0050
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Summer Raynham Recreation Playground Program Registration
Children will participate in exciting and fun-filled activities including arts and crafts, sports, outdoor games, and field trips based on the weekly themes.
Half Day Program cost is $105/week
Full Day Program cost is $185/week
General Information
•The program participants will be required to bring a lunch, snacks, and plenty of water; lunch is not included in the program
•The Full Day Program includes additional field trip for a recreational swim.
•Field trips are scheduled on Wednesdays unless otherwise noted.
•Children must wear their program t-shirts on field trip days.
•Field trips will return to the school after 12 noon; approximated times are noted.
•Price includes all field trips and a program t-shirt
•Sibling discount of $5 per week applied upon check out.
•There is a $25 late fee for registration forms received after the registration deadline
Registration Deadlines:
Session 1 = June 14th Session 2 = July 12th
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Finance Committee and Zoning Board of Appeals
Looking for Volunteers
The Finance Committee and the Zoning Board of Appeals currently have 2 vacancies on each Board. I
f you are interested in applying for for one of these vacancies, please send a letter of interest and resume to the Board of Selectmen, 558 S. Main St. or email
ddooney@town.raynham.ma.us
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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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Mottos, Messages and Gem Lore in Victorian Jewelry
Presented by the Raynham Historical Society
Laura Johnson, Ph. D. from Historic New England
2 pm on Sunday June 23, 2019
at the Stone Church
785 South Main Street, Raynham
Tickets are $10
purchase from a member of the Historical Society
Light refreshments and an open house at the Hannant House will follow
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Raynham Historical Society Yard Sale
June 29, July 27 and August 24
9 am to 3 pm
Vendor fee $20 per table
(bring your own)
Hannant House 6 Pleasant Street Raynham
(four corners diagonally across from
the Stone Church)
Soup, punch, and desserts will be available for
purchase.
Call Cheryl at 508-821-9481 to
reserve a table
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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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10 Bedford Park, Bridgewater
(508) 279-0950
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A Universe of Stories
Join a "Universe of Stories" at the Raynham Public library for a chance to win weekly prizes! A universe of stories is a teen summer reading program, where teens can discover new books, share their opinions on what they've read, and win some fantastic prizes! The first day to join and begin reading is Saturday, June 22nd, and the last day to complete your reading is August 10th. Simply write a short book review for each book you read and you will have a chance to draw a prize from the Candy Jar, weekly entries will allow you to be in the running for the grand prize of a Kindle Fire! To participate in A Universe of Stories, register at the circulation desk. Information retrieved from Raynham Public Library.
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The Amazing Art Hero
The Amazing Art Hero Rob Surette is planned to perform at LaLiberte next school year. Students and staff are so-o-o-o excited! Rob's mission is to uplift students with his artistic performance, and have them leave the auditorium inspired. Information curiosity of Laliberte PTO facebook page.
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Car or Home Insurance
Call us before you renew
Let us help you comparison shop for
The right coverage for the right price! We do business your way,
our offices, your home or business or online.
111 Torrey St, Suite 1, Brockton
508-456-6220
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Residence Inn - Bridgewater
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Spacious Studio and One-Bedroom Suites with fully equipped kitchen and living room area. Includes complimentary Breakfast Buffet daily and evening social “The Mix” three nights per week.
*Short and long term rates available.
2020 Pleasant St, Bridgewater, MA
(508) 697- 1412
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Picture above submitted by reader Sue Basile of a visitor in her yard. Remember to keep your trash sealed. Our local wildlife loves our garbage!
Spring Brook and Maple Seeds photography by Mary Julius
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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 square miles of water does Raynham contain?
Email us your answer at:
By entering, you give us permission to announce your name in next week's
Buzz Around Raynham.
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: Janice O'Brien,Taylor Fruzzetti 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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