February 2, 2020 ~ Building Community One Positive Story at a Time
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Whitman Public Library is Accepting Pajama Donations
Now - March 15, 2020
The Whitman Public Library is kicking off its annual Pajama Drive for homeless children. We will be accepting new pajamas for children of all sizes (especially larger sizes) through March 15, 2020. Our goal for this year"s drive is 200 pairs of pajamas, which will help keep children warm and cozy. The drive benefits the charity Cradles to Crayons, which works together with the Boston Bruins, long a supporter of libraries. The Bruins also offer prizes to participating libraries. Please help us meet our goal--the Whitman-Hanson High School Honor Society is joining with us to help make this year a success.
Respectfully Submitted by Barbara Bryant
Circulation Supervisor, Whitman Public Library
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Historical Tidbit:
1775 Massachusetts Seal
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"Seals, such as those that appear on documents certified by the Secretary of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, have a long history and were mentioned even in the Bible. They were widely used many centuries ago because most persons, even of high rank and wealth, did not read or write. Acceptance of a document was signified by making an impression of one's coat of arms into a blob of soft wax, usually with an engraved signet ring. There was a general reluctance to affix seals to documents unless absolute certainty of the contents could be confirmed. This eventually led to the idea that documents of state and other important personal papers, such as deeds, should contain a seal that bore witness to their authenticity. "
"When the conflict between the province and England began in 1775, General Thomas Gage, the royal governor, had custody of the province seal. As his authority was no longer recognized by the province, it became necessary to establish a new public seal. The General Court passed an order on July 28, 1775, appointing a committee to consider "what is necessary to be done relative to a Colony Seal." The design adopted was that of an English-American man holding the Magna Carta. The seal was engraved by Paul Revere, whose original signed bill for the work is located in the Massachusetts Archives. A motto in Latin was also chosen - "Ense petit placidam sub libertate quietem" - which remains the motto of the Commonwealth today. Freely translated this means, "By the sword we seek peace, but peace only under liberty." It was written about 1659 and is attributed to the famous English patriot, Algernon Sydney."
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Town Hall
54 South Ave.
781-618-9700
Mon, Wed, Thu 8a - 4p
Tues 8a - 7:30p
Fri Closed
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!
Katie Lawler
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
$50 gift certificate to Beauty Counter products through Independent Consultant
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Students enter your artwork now!
The competition is open to any high school age student living in Pembroke, Duxbury or Whitman-Hanson. Any original piece of artwork completed by the student within the last 18 months and not previously entered in the competition is eligible.
Each student may submit up to three pieces in a format suitable for hanging. Categories are photography, paintings, drawing and pastels and mixed media. There will be an award for Best in Show.
The
deadline for submitting entries is Friday, February 14, 2020
. A panel of local artists will judge the works and select winners. Artwork will be on display in March at the Massachusetts State House, and an online gallery of all winning entries will be posted to Rep. Cutler’s website.
Entries should be no larger than 28 inches wide by 28 inches tall by 4 inches thick; not weigh more than 15 pounds; and be original in concept, design and execution. Entries may be delivered to Rep. Cutler’s office, 620 County Road, Hanson, via their high school teacher, or at the Duxbury Art Association by the entry deadline.
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Colby McCarthy Scholarship Meat Raffle
Saturday, February 15, 2020 at 2 PM – 5 PM Whitman VFW Post 697, 95 Essex St
Read more
www.facebook.com
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Saturday February 15th
9a - 3p
44 Park Ave, Whitman
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Come See Our New Home
265 Bedford St, Bridgewater
(508) 378-9971
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The BSU Observatory
FREE Public Nights
Weather allowing, the BSU Observatory will be open on the following dates in Spring 2020:
- February 19 and 26 from 6:00 - 7:30p
- March 4 from 6:30 - 8:00p
- March 18, 21, 25 and 28 from 8:00 - 9:30p
- April 1, 8, 11, 15, 22, 25 and 29, and May 2 from 8:30 - 10:00p
You can also follow us on Twitter @BSUObservatory or call our hotline at 508-531-DARK for the weather decision. (The night has to be clear.)
Parking for these evening events is available in the West Campus Lot.
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Early Voting for the Presidential Primary
February 24, 2020 - February 28, 2020 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Town Hall Auditorium
Read more
www.whitman-ma.gov
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We're Your COMPLETE Garden, Farm & Pet Store!
WINTER IS STILL HERE!
We have everything you need to keep yourself, your pets, fish and feathered friends safe safe, and warm!
Stop in today!
1000 Plymouth St (Rt 104) Bridgewater • (508) 697-0357
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Family Skate Party Fundraiser
with Bake Sale and Raffle
Sunday, Feb 23rd
5:00 - 7:00p
Carousel Skate Town
1055 Auburn St.
Admissions: $5
Tickets are available at the front desk
Tickets are also sold at the door.
Sponsored by The Friends of the Whitman Public Library.
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Beauty and the Beast Massasoit Feb. 29th - Mar. 8th
Tickets: 508-427-1234 or massasoit.edu/boxoffice ~ $20 - General Patrons $18 - Seniors/Students/Children/Veterans Location:Massasoit Community College, Brockton Campus Fine Arts Building.
Read more
www.massasoit.edu
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Bethel Family Medicine * Bethel Women’s Wellness
Comprehensive healthcare for every member of your family.
Accepting New Patients
CALL TODAY FOR AN APPOINTMENT!
111 Torrey St, Brockton (508) 588-1200
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TRIO CAFE
Family Owned & Operated
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Let us cater your next event!
We're Open:
Mon - Sat: 8am - 4pm
Sunday: 8am - 2pm
12 Temple St. * Whitman
(781) 447-1064
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Nomination Papers Available for the Annual Town
Election
Nomination papers for the May 16, 2020 Annual Town Election are available as of Monday, January 27, 2020
. Nomination papers must be returned with 50 valid signatures of voters by
5:00p on Thursday, March 27, 2020.
Town offices that will appear on the ballot are: One Moderator for Three Years; One Town Treasurer/Collector for Three Years; Two Selectmen for Three Years; One Assessor for Three Years; Two PK-12 Whitman-Hanson Regional School District Committee Members for Three Years; Two Department of Public Works Commissioners for Three Years; Two Public Library Trustees for Three Years; One Whitman Housing Authority Member for Five Years; One Planning Board Member for Five Years; One Board of Health Member for Three Years.
Please call Town Clerk Dawn Varley at 781-618-9710 with any questions.
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JOHNNY MACARONI'S
Eat well, Laugh often, Love much
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Turn your kitchen into an authentic Italian restaurant by adding
Johnny Macaroni’s homemade sauces
to your delicious dishes.
150B Industrial Dr., Halifax
(781) 300-2600
582 West St., EB
(508) 378-9335
1300 Plymouth St., EB
(508) 456-4460
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We Are Hiring Marketing & Sales People
Marketing & Sales People Needed: Friendly and organized people are needed to meet with small businesses, explain Buzz Around products, and create marketing partnerships! *Work 25 - 40 hours per week
Read more
buzzaround.info
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Police Chief Timothy Hanlon is pleased to share that scout Shane Schraut was recognized for receiving the Eagle Scout Award.
On Sunday, January 19, 2020, Troop 22 of Whitman hosted their Eagle Court of Honor honoring Eagle Scout Shane Schraut. At the celebration,Chief Hanlon presented and read a letter to Shane for his accomplishments.
The Eagle Scout award recognizes the scout's numerous merit badges and leadership in the community.
In his letter, Chief Hanlon commended Schraut for his community service and dedication. The letter proceeded to draw upon comparisons between scouts and local law enforcement.
"It's a privilege to recognize Shane who is a dedicated young leader within our community," said Chief Hanlon. "Like police, scouts are held to a higher standard as they serve the community in which they live. This award recognizes all of Shane's accomplishments and his lifelong journey with the Boys Scouts of America." Story & Photo credit:
whitman-ma.gov.
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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
Historical Tidbit Question:
What was the design adopted for the
new seal in 1775?
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 February 12, 2020 we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.
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Choosing Engagement Over Fear
I am a HUGE Brene Brown fan.
Here are some goodies about leadership... and if you are wondering, we all are leaders: in our families, our volunteerism, social circles and at work. Being a leader is a state of being as much as it is a titled position. These are all from Brené Brown,
Dare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts.
“The courage to be vulnerable is not about winning or losing, it’s about the courage to show up when you can’t predict or control the outcome.”
"Clear is kind. Unclear is unkind.”
“People are opting out of vital conversations about diversity and inclusivity because they fear looking wrong, saying something wrong, or being wrong. Choosing our own comfort over hard conversations is the epitome of privilege, and it corrodes trust and moves us away from meaningful and lasting change.”
“If we want people to fully show up, to bring their whole selves including their unarmored, whole hearts—so that we can innovate, solve problems, and serve people—we have to be vigilant about creating a culture in which people feel safe, seen, heard, and respected.”
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Here is a link to her
Ted Talk on Vulnerability
. It takes courage to be out there with our whole authentic selves, but that's how the most effective communication happens.
Have a great week. ~ Jacquie
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The Buzz Around is brought to you this week by: Deena Anzum, Jen Bellody, Janice O'Brien, Jacquelyn Rose & Gregory Venezia
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