July 14, 2019
~ Building Community One Positive Story at a Time
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On June 22nd, the Class of 1954 held its 65th reunion at the Standish Grille in East Bridgewater. There were 50 in our graduating class, but half have passed on. There were nine of us in attendance plus many invited guests. We have had a reunion every five years with the exception of 1969. On Saturday we enjoyed music provided by Carol Owen's daughter, Anne Rich, on her guitar and keyboard. Delicious meals of Chicken Supreme and Baked Haddock were served by Kathy and Stacey. We enjoyed a time of reminiscing and planning for our 70th in 2024!
Seated in photo: Lynne (Ridder) Oakley and Pauline (Lanoue) Thomas. In back: Caroline (Frahar) Madden, Lois (Glover) Clark, Sally (Flagg) Aldrich, Richard Saccocia, Marilyn (Duffany) Cole, Carol (Craig) Owen, and Betty (Belknap) Stirling.
Respectfully submitted, Betty B. Stirling
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Historical Tidbit:
Where is the Centre of Old Bridgewater?
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For some inexplicable reason, the settlement of Bridgewater had failed to fix and establish a centre, despite frequent and pressing admonitions by the court of New Plymouth.
In 1656, Bridgewater had incorporated into a distinct township, without a center or definite boarders, when a grant of 300 acres was made to Capt Miles Standish. He was given the land, provided it came not within the court's grant of Bridgewater. Because of this, it became urgently necessary the centre of Bridgewater should be fixed in order to ascertain its limits and extent. When Southworth knew where Bridgewater ended, then he could claim his land.
Finally, in 1659, the centre was marked by a White Oak Tree, small in stature, standing on high ground. This location now has a stone marker on the East and West Bridgewater line along the south side of East Center Street. The tree also bore the initials C.S. This stood for Constant Southworth of the New Plymouth court committee. The Plymouth Court shows no entry recorded until 1695 regarding the marking of the centre. In the end, it was the Court of New Plymouth not Bridgewater itself establishing the centre of Bridgewater township!
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Respectfully submitted, Robert Lundquist
Resource books: Old Bridgewater Tercentennary 1656-1956. History of the Early Settlement of Bridgewater by Nahum Mitchell.
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Town Hall
175 Central St 508-378-1601
Mon 8:30a - 8p
Tues - Thurs 8:30a - 4:30p; Fri 8:30a - noon
EB Public Library
32 Union St 508-378-1616
Mon & Tues 9 - 8 ; Wed, Thurs, Fri 9 - 5
Saturday 9 - 2
Council on Aging
355 Plymouth St 508-378-1610
Mon 8a - 6p
Tues - Thurs 8a - 4p
Fri 8a - noon
Food Pantries
Union Congregational Church
105 Pleasant St
2nd Wednesday from 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm and last Saturday from 9:30 am - 11:00 am
St Vincent dePaul Food Pantry
St. John's Catholic Church
210 Center St EB
(508) 378-3760
Distribution 1st & 3rd Monday of Each Month
Community Meal
Wednesdays
5:30 - 6:30pm open to all.
A donation is appreciated.
United Methodist Church 54 N. Central St EB
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Congratulations!
Ed Puliafico
won a
$15 gift certificate to
Pinches & Pounds Candy Store
Rt 18, Whitman, MA
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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Kiwanis Club of East Bridgewater
Member Spotlight on Myles Heger
Hi everyone! We are continuing our series of posts where we introduce you to the members currently on the Kiwanis Club. We hope you enjoy getting to know our team!
Myles is a life long East Bridgewater resident and attended East Bridgewater public schools, graduating in 2008. With a keen interest in serving his community and volunteering, Myles joined the Kiwanis Club of East Bridgewater in 2013.
Some of Myles favorite club activities include working at the Pancake Breakfast and helping out with Christmas Tree sales during the holidays.
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Taunton River Watershed Alliance Angler Education Day
Sunday, July 21st from 11a-2p at the Somerset Village Waterfront Park, 274 Main St, Somerset. This is a free family fishing event that will include instruction on fishing techniques, as well as education about local aquatic life.This event is open to all ages, fishing gear is provided. Respectfully Submitted by Taunton River Watershed Alliance.
More information.
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Bridgewater Farm Supply – Your Complete Garden, Farm & Pet Store!
Mulch, Stone, Loam…
We deliver right to YOUR home!
Order yours today - Call or online ordering available
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1000 Plymouth St (Rt 104)
Bridgewater •
(508) 697-0357
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Giant Board Games
July 18th from 2-4p at the East Bridgewater Public Library.
This life size Space Race board game is guaranteed fun! Participants will receive a bookmark or space sticker!
No need to reserve a spot just drop in.
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Business After Hours
Please join the Metro South Chamber of Commerce for a Business After Hours at Connemara Senior Living Campello (25 E. Nilsson Street, Brockton) on Thurs, July 18th from 4:30-6:30p.
Come and kick off your summer with delicious food while connecting with potential customers, existing chamber members, and friends of the Metro South Community. Tickets are complimentary, but do not forget to
RSVP Here.
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Science on the Go!
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11 reaching the surface of the moon. Register now for the 3, 2, 1 Blast Off! Science on the Go Program. The Children's Museum in Easton will be on site, here at the East Bridgewater Library, on Tuesday, July 16 @ 6p. Please register at
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"The Wizard of Oz" Production by FPAC
Beginning July 19th, the FPAC at BSU will have their first summer performance. This year they'll be taking a stroll down the yellow brick road and performing the classic "The Wizard of Oz." Tickets can be found at the following link:
Buy Tickets! There are several dates and times for performances to choose from and it's always a great summer show.
Of particular importance and highlight this year is the inclusion of a Sensory-Friendly Performance scheduled for July 25th at 7:00p. A breakdown of what this performance will include and accommodate for can be found here
Sensory-Friendly Performance.
Sensory-friendly performances are designed to create a welcoming experience for families with children with autism or with other disabilities that create sensory sensitivities. Photo from
FPAC and
BSUti
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Get In Shape For Women - Bridgewater
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Red Hot July Special!
One Month of Unlimited Small Group Training - $249!
Let's
bring out that summer body!
180 Winter St., Bridgewater
(across from Chatta Box)
Contact Stephanie at 508-697-2900
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Kids Yoga & Music Class
Every Monday in July from 10:00-11:00am at Pony Town Parties at 1194 Plymouth St. EB, will be an instructor-led class of yoga and music. Open to children from 4-8 years old, cost is $15 per a child. Each class is followed by a thirty minute free play period at Pony Town!
Read More
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Thrift Store Hours & Community Meal
The East Bridgewater United Methodist Church Thrift Shop, located at 54 N Central St, will be open Wednesdays from 2:15-5:15p and on Saturdays from 10-1p.
Community meals held by the church are offered every Wednesday at 5:30p. The meal is free but donations are gratefully accepted to keep them going!
Respectfully Submitted, Toni Finlay
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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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Douglas R. Grogan, Jr., MD,
Jennifer Hall DiFalco, MD
Janis A. Shakr, FNP, BC
Susan Andrea,
FNP, BC
Accepting New Patients
CALL TODAY FOR AN APPOINTMENT!
111 Torrey St, Brockton (508) 588-1200
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Christmas in July!
Thursday, July 25th 12:00p
($2.50 donation)
Join us for a delicious dinner of Roast Turkey Breast, Giblet Gravy, Savory Stuffing, Cranberry Sauce, Whipped Potatoes, Seasoned Peas, Carrots & Corn Medley, Corn Bread & Apple Pie.
Entertainment by The Laura James Show to follow after your delicious dinner.
Please call the Council on Aging by Wednesday, July 17th to sign up (508) 378-1610.
Transportation is available to East Bridgewater residents that need a ride.
Located at the East Bridgewater Council on Aging on
355 Plymouth Street, EB
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Full Wolf Moon Escape Room
Thursday, July 25th at the East Bridgewater Public Library with multiple sessions: 9:30a,10:30a,1:30p & 2:30p.
You and your group will have 45 minutes to solve all the clues and escape the room!
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SALON Esprit
Lighten up and shorten up for Summer at
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(508) 378-1530
225 Bedford St, East Bridgewater
Carriage Crossing
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TRIO CAFE
Treat Yourself to a YUMMY Breakfast or Lunch!
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We're Open:
Mon - Sat: 8am - 4pm
Sunday: 8am - 2pm
12 Temple St. * Whitman
(781) 447-1064
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Bird's Eye View
Aerial shots of East Bridgewater High School before and after seal coating done by United Sealcoat out of East Bridgewater.
Picture credits to Walley Hawker.
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Flags for Sale from Annual Field of Flags
The Kiwanis Club of East Bridgewater hosts the Field of Flags event each Veteran’s Day.
We are proud to announce that retired flags from these events are being framed, complete with a certificate of authenticity, and are now available for sale.
The funds from the sale of these flags mainly go toward replacing old and/or damaged flags.
If you are interested in purchasing a flag or flags, we have posted an order form on our
Forms Page.
Flags can be purchased: “In Memory of,” “In Honor of,” or simply “In Honor of Those Who Have Served.”
EB Kiwanis Facebook Page
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What will you find at the farm today?
Strawberry season is nearly over but have no fear, we froze a bunch for your smoothies, baking, and strawberry shortcakes!
Stop by today!
318 Plymouth St. Halifax
(781) 294-1767
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Yoga for the rest of us!
Learn how to open your spine & find YOUR bliss…
New classes forming NOW!
Space is limited. Call & register today!
More movement, less stress!
484 Bedford St, E. Bridgewater
(508) 331-3564
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Pictured:
State Senator Michael D. Brady
Teresa Capachione, Susan Silva, and State Senator Walter F. Timilty.
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Bench Dedication
On June 21st,Teresa Capachione and Susan Silva/EB HOPE were honored by the Anne Kenneally Hynes Scholarship Committee.
In addition, State Senators Michael Brady and Walter Timilty
gave well deserved congratulatory citations to Teresa and Susan.
The event took place at Sachem Rock Community Center where attendees also celebrated Anne Hynes's birthday with a celebratory cake.
Congratulations to both of these wonderful women, and thank you for the service and dedication that they have provided for our community.
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered to win a
$30 Gift Certificate to CN Smith Farm
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Historical Tidbit Question:
What did the initial C.S. stand for?
By entering, you give us permission to announce your name in next week's Buzz Around East Bridgewater
On July 17, 2019 we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.
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Kindness. There's never enough.
And it's one thing we can do to change our world. Give it a try; spread kindness around.
“Carry out a random act of kindness, with no expectation of reward, safe in the knowledge that one day someone might do the same for you.” ~ Princess Diana
“Remember there’s no such thing as a small act of kindness. Every act creates a ripple with no logical end.” ~ Scott Adams
“A tree is known by its fruit; a man by his deeds. A good deed is never lost; he who sows courtesy reaps friendship, and he who plants kindness gathers love.” ~ Saint Basil
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Random Acts of Kindness. You would be amazed at the way simple things impact people's lives. ~ Jacquie
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The Buzz Around is brought to you this week by: Jen Bellody, Taylor Fruzzetti, Christina Montana, Theresa McNulty, Janice O'Brien, Jacquelyn Rose & Gregory Venezia
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The Buzz Around does not claim to support any particular view.
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