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November 3, 2024
~ Building Community One Positive Story at a Time.
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Bridgewater Academy Lions Trunk or Treat
On October 20th, a Trunk or Treat was hosted in collaboration with organizations in the community to raise funds for the 4th of July committee at “The Launch” 80 Spring St. Diane Sears said “We Lions "witches" offered a variety of allergy-free treats as well as the usual Halloween chocolate favorites. It was such fun to greet the huge crowd of all ages. The kids' costumes were outstanding, as were the many decorated vehicles participating. The upbeat music kept me dancing all afternoon. See some of our photos. We can't wait till next year's event.”
Invisible Heroes of Tomorrow attended with costumed characters, and Bridgewater Bagel served bubble drinks. Local businesses and organizations, including Bridgewater Print & Copy Center, Salon Fusion, America’s Little Angels Preschool, Barrett’s Alehouse Bridgewater, the Bridgewater Lions Club, GET Fit, A Million Little Dreamz, Aunties Creations LLC, Macaroni KID Bridgewater MA, Roche Bros. Supermarkets, and The Seven Line Project, participated with trunk-or-treat stations. This event marked a new Halloween tradition!
Written by Paris Hugley, BuzzAround Intern, Boston University
Source & Photo Credit: Bridgewater Lions Club FB
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Historical Tidbit: A Historical Look at US Voting | |
1788: Electoral College is established.
If a candidate wins the popular vote (a vote cast by a citizen) in a state, they win that state's Electoral College vote. It is possible, mathematically, to win the popular vote and lose the presidential election.
1820–1830: As states join the union, they create their own state voting regulations. Eligible voters are mostly white males who own property. A small number of free black men are allowed to vote.
1848: Wisconsin enters the union and allows people from other countries the right to vote if they have lived in Wisconsin for one year and plan to become US citizens.
1850: Laws are created in some states that voters must pass a literacy test.
1866: The 14th Amendment to the Constitution is passed by Congress. Men aged 21 and over who are residents of the United States have the right to vote. Any state preventing these rights will lose electors in the Electoral College.
1869: 15th Amendment to the Constitution: All men had the right to vote regardless of race, color, or if they were formally slaves.
1877: The presidential election of 1876: the Electoral Commission gives disputed Electoral votes to Rutherford B. Hayes, despite Samuel Tilden winning the popular vote.
1890: Many states begin to use secret ballots so that voters cannot be bullied.
1920: On August 18, Congress passes the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, giving women the right to vote.
1964: Congress passed the 24th Amendment to the Constitution outlawing poll taxes. Poll taxes, or tax fees for voting.
1965: The Voting Rights Act is signed by President Lyndon Johnson. The act enforces the 15th Amendment by explicitly stating that obstacles, such as literacy tests or complicated ballot instructions, are against federal law.
1971: The 26th Amendment is passed, lowering the voting age from 21 to 18.
1975: Congress expands the Voting Rights Act to protect the voting rights of those people who do not speak or read English.
Source: Scholastic
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Academy Building Municipal Offices
66 Central Square
508-697-0921
BridgewaterMa.org
Bridgewater Public Library
15 South Street
508-697-3331
BridgewaterPublicLibrary.org
Cole-Yeaton Senior Center
10 Wally Krueger Way
508-697-0929
Council On Aging
Food Pantry
Central Square Congregational Church
71 Central Square
508-697-6016
Thursdays - 10a - 1p
1st Monday of each month from 6 - 7:30p
Food-Pantry
St Vincent dePaul Food Pantry
@ St Thomas Aquinas Church
103 Center St
2 x month 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m
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Bee sure to play our Historical Tidbit Trivia Game at the bottom of this newsletter.
Enter for this week's prize of
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Your Vote Matters, Bridgewater: Voting Information
Confirm your registration status before Election Day by visiting the Secretary of the Commonwealth of MA.
In-person voting will be open at Bridgewater Middle School, 166 Mt. Prospect Street, from 7a-8p on Election Day, Tue, Nov 5.
Make your voice heard this election season!
For more details, please visit Town Clerk of Bridgewater Voting Information
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Regional Water
Survey Plan
The Old Colony Planning Council (OCPC), the regional planning agency for the greater Brockton and Plymouth areas, has partnered with consulting firm CDM Smith, the 17 municipalities in our region, and other stakeholders to develop a Regional Water Plan. This collaborative plan will help ensure safe, sustainable water now and into the future.
Your views are important to OCPC. Please take just ten minutes to complete this anonymous OCPC Water Plan Survey - OCPC will use what we learn from you to inform the development of the plan. Only with your help can we develop a plan best suited for communities in our region. Thank you for your input!
You can learn more about this project at www.oldcolonyplanning.org/waterplan/. If you have any questions, contact Joanne Zygmunt at jzygmunt@ocpcrpa.org or (774) 539-5059.
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Historical Commission Meeting 10/22/24
Courtesy of The Town of Bridgewater
Youtube Channel
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East Bridgewater Insurance Agency
Simplifying Insurance, For Your Peace of Mind.
From car insurance to homeowners policies to coverage for your business, we’ll design an insurance plan that’s right for you.
76 North Bedford St, East Bridgewater
(508) 378-3991
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Bridgewater Public Library Robotics Demonstration
Wed, Nov 6
4:30p
Bridgewater Public Library
The Bridgewater Raynham Robotics team is excited to host a demonstration of their latest robot, showcasing its capabilities and design process. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in a Q&A session with the team, followed by a hands-on Lego activity. No registration is required—just bring your curiosity and enthusiasm for robotics!
For more information, call 508-697-3331 or visit Bridgewater Public Library
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Experience "The Crucible"
Fri Nov 8th at 7p
Sat, Nov 9th at 2p & 7p
Sun, Nov 10th at 2p
First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church
50 School St
Don’t miss the chance to see The Crucible, a powerful play by Arthur Miller, performed by the First Parish Players! This captivating production explores themes of justice, fear, and morality during the infamous Salem witch trials.
Tickets are available for purchase at
firstparishplayers.com. Come and witness this classic tale unfold on stage!
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Conservation Commission
Meeting 10/24/24
Video courtesy of Town of Bridgewater
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Community Preservation Committee Meeting 10/23/24
Video courtesy of Town of Bridgewater
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Foot Ball Meat Raffle Fundraiser!
Sat, Nov 16
7-10p
Raynham American Legion Club
The Bridgewater Raynham Football will be hosting a Meat Raffle to raise money for the program. Tickets are $15 for each individual or $25 for two.
Tickets must be purchased in advance. The entry fee will go towards 3 tickets in a door prize raffle basket.
To register, fill out the BR Trojans Meat Raffle Fundraiser Google Form
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Bridgewater Scout Troop 31 50th Anniversary
Sat, Nov 16
2-5p
St Thomas Aquinas Parish Center
Current and former members are warmly invited to join the celebration of Bridgewater Scout Troop’s 50th anniversary. Reconnect with friends, share memories, and honor the legacy of the troop in this milestone event.
For questions and to RSVP, email troop31cc@gmail.com
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Special Saturday Bridgewater Community Dance Nov. 16, 2024 | Sat Nov 16, 2024 Social 6:30 pm, Dancing 7-9pm $15 in advance. $20 at the door. Cedar Street Community Center, 15 Cedar Street, Bridgewater, MA 02324 Instructed & Called by Marcie Van Cleave, Executive Director of the Folk Arts Center of New England. Piano, Accordion, Flute , Fiddle & Gadulka. Get your tickets before we sell out. | | | | | |
One Book, One Community Events
Explore the legacy of abolitionist Charles Sumner and the history of early Black communities in Bridgewater through author talks, lectures, and discussions listed below:
Author Visit
“The Great Abolitionist: Charles Sumner and the Fight for a More Perfect Union”
Tue, Nov 19 at 6p
East Bridgewater Library
Join author Stephen Puleo as he delves into the life of abolitionist Charles Sumner and his impact on American history.
History Lecture
“Early Black Settlement in Bridgewater”
Mon, Nov 18 at 6:30p
Bridgewater Public Library
BSU Professors Jamie Huff and Emily Field will discuss the history and contributions of early Black communities in Bridgewater.
Book Discussion
The Great Abolitionist: Charles Sumner by Stephen Puleo
Tue, Nov 26 at 1p
Bridgewater Senior Center
Participate in a discussion on Stephen Puleo’s book, with guest historian Willie Wilson providing insights into local Black history.
For more information on these events, please call 781-789-2517.
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As part of the One Book, One Community Project, Evelyn DeLutis explains the origin of the nderground Railroad sampler quilt on display through the end of the year at the West Bridgewater Library. | |
Climate Can Do:
Drinking Water Without Nano-plastics
Plastic water bottles are filled with tiny bits of plastic called nano-plastics. These are bits of plastic that have broken down so small we cannot see them. But they are there, according to studies by Consumer Reports, Columbia University, University of Missouri, and many others.
The best way to avoid drinking nano-plastics is to use a metal or glass reusable bottle and fill it with filtered tap water.
Reusable water bottles keep you healthy and decrease one major source of nano-plastics in our environment: the disposable water bottle.
This Climate Can Do article was written by Jacquelyn Rose.
Source: National Institute of Health
Consumer Reports
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered to win:
a $25 gift certificate to Johnny Macaroni's Restaurant, East Bridgewater & Halifax
johnnymacaronis.com
Historical Tidbit Question:
What amendment outlawed polling taxes?
Email us your answer at: Prizes@buzzaround.info
Please include your name and phone number.
Prize Box Rules
By entering, you give us permission to print your name in next week's Buzz Around.
On November 6, 2024, before 2p, we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.
| The Buzz Around is brought to you this week by: Alexa Pennington, Jamie Puhi, Jacquelyn Rose & Greg Venezia | |
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Creatively Speaking
“Our job in this life is not to shape ourselves into some ideal we imagine we ought to be, but to find out who we already are and become it.”
~ Steven Pressfield, The War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles
“Dance above the surface of the world. Let your thoughts lift you into creativity that is not hampered by opinion.” ~ Red Haircrow
“Don’t die without mining the gold in your mind.”
~ Michael Bassey Johnson, Song of a Nature Lover
“Once you let your mind exist without limitations, your reality emerges beyond your expectations.”
~ Talismanist Giebra, Talismanist: Fragments of the Ancient Fire. Philosophy of Fragmentism Series.
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Creatively Speaking...
Where has your imagination brought you today? ~ Jacquie
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