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Bridgewater BuzzAround
August 23, 2026
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Bridgewater Little League Sportsmanship
In the Face of Game Loss
On Wednesday, August 19 the Bridgewater Little League (BLL) faced off against the Bayonne Little League in Williamsport, Pennsylvania for game one of the 2026 Little League Worlds Series. BLL is one of only 10 teams from across the United States who have won their way to a spot in the 2026 Little League World Series, and it comes as a direct result of their continued teamwork, and sportsmanship. In their opening game BLL lost 2-1 against the Bayonne, but that didn't dull their spirits.
As pictured on the right, pitcher Jude DeSimone tipped his hat towards Bayonne at the end of game one taking the loss with stride, and respect for his competition. This small act of sportsmanship is telling of the team at large, and will hopefully set the precedence for game two on Saturday, August 22.
Written by: Connor Gerraughty, Bates College BuzzAround Intern
Source & Photo Credit: Bridgewater Little League FB
Photo credit, Jude’s tipped hat : Little League District 22 FB
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Historical Tidbit:
Worker's Housing On Wall St.
Still found in Bridgewater today, these workers' houses were once part of the Lazell, Perkins, and Bridgewater Iron. Co. They were built along Wall Street; each had two residences for the workers to live in.
These homes were built during the late 19th century. Their exterior had aluminum siding with wooden shingles and board gable roofs. They occupied less than one acre per lot. Inside the house was one and a half stories.
The oldest of these buildings is on the northwest side of Wall Street, and were built in the late 1820s. The Bolton Place Houses would have been built between 1845-1852.
Story By: Ella Reddin BuzzAround Writing Intern, Framingham State University, 2023
Source and Photo Credit: MACRIS.com
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International Overdose Awareness Day At Trinity Church
Wed, Aug 26
7:00p
Trinity Church Episcopal
91 Main St, Bridgewater
The Trinity Church will be hosting a remembrance for those lost to substance abuse disorders and overdose. To have someone remembered email MercyStreetBridgewater@gmail.com.
Source: Trinity Church
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War Perry & Ragged Company with Matt Bishop Perform
Thu. Aug 27
5:30p - 8:00p
15 Scotland Blvd, Bridgewater
War Perry & Ragged Company with Matt Bishop will be performing in the final Music Alley set of the season. The performance is free and open to the public!
Source: Music Alley
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Bridgewater Raynham Regional High School New Student Orientation
Thursday, August 27
5:00p - 7:30p
Bridgewater Raynham Regional High School
415 Center Street, Bridgewater
The BRRHS will be hosting a new student orientation before the 26'-27' school year! The event will include a tour of the building, information about courses, clubs, athletic programs, music programs and other opportunities!
Source: Bridgewater Raynham Regional High School
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Taunton Watershed 2027 Tide Calendar Photo Contest
Now - September 2, 2026
The Taunton River Watershed Alliance is sponsoring a digital photography contest for its 2027 Tide Calendar and is accepting electronic submissions from adult and teen, amateur and professional photographers alike.
They are looking for photographs of wildlife, scenery, agriculture, evidence of the area’s historic and archeological heritage, and people enjoying the watershed.
Higher resolution images taken with your phone camera (instead of a social media app) and with the phone turned sideways (a landscape orientation) work the best with our printing format.
Photographs must be the sole property of the submitting party, and they must have been taken within the last five years WITHIN THE TAUNTON RIVER WATERSHED.
The submission deadline is September 2, 2026.
For more information and submission guidelines, please call the TRWA office at 508-828-1101 or visit our website at www.savethetaunton.org.
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State Primary Election Information
Early Voting Schedule
Academy Building, 66 Central Square
Sat Aug 22, 2026 9a– 5p
Mon Aug 24, 2026 8a– 4p
Tues Aug 25, 2026 8a– 4p
Wed Aug 26, 2026 8a– 4p
Thurs Aug 27, 2026 8a– 4p
Election Day
Tues, Sept 1 7a – 8p
Edward O’Donoghue Middle School, 166 Mount Prospect Street
Source: Bridgewaterma.gov
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An Evening With Medium Sandy Waters
Mon, Sept 12
6:00p - 7:30p
Bridgewater Public Library
15 South Street Bridgewater
Join Sandy Waters as she shares her journey into mediumship!
Her years of learning and teaching have taught her that we all have the gift of connecting to the other side. Like learning any language, it’s about investing time to learn how it works.
She will share ways that your loved ones connect with each of you followed by sharing a few messages. The event will end allowing time for questions and answers.
Source: Bridgewater Public Library
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Fowl Player Productions Audition Notice
Mon Sept 14
Tue, Sept 15
Wed, Sept 16
6:30p
50 School St, Bridgewater
Fowl Player Productions is having auditions for their productions of Five Women Wearing the Same Dress! Directed by Ronni Marshak, the play follows five bridesmaids hiding from a wedding reception, who subsequently all realize their dislike for the bride.
Source/Registration: Fowl Player Productions
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Live Applications for Bridgewater Police Department Citizens Police Academy
Taking Applications Now
Program Begins: Wed, Sept 23
6:00p - 9:00p
Bridgewater Police Station
220 Pleasant St.
Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a police officer? The Bridgewater Police Department's 29th Citizens Police Academy is your opportunity to learn firsthand about the daily operations of your local police department.
Application: bridgewaterpolice.org
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Sat, Oct 17
9a-1:30p
Bridgewater-Raynham Middle School,
166 Mt. Prospect St.
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Stand Out In Support of Bridgewater Public Library
Video Courtesy of: BTV Access Corporation
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Library Support Stand-Out Stands Out
On Monday, August 10, 2026, the Bridgewater Board of Trustees, the Friends & Supporters of the Bridgewater Public Library and Bridgewater Communities for Civil Rights hosted a stand-out in support of the Bridgewater Public Library.
From 5 to 6 p.m. the community, young and old, gathered in front of the Academy Building and Bridgewater Public Library. Holding up homemade signs and yelling out chants, the crowd gained cheers and honks in support from passersby.
Held in response to the threat of state decertification, the Bridgewater Public Library emphasized in a post, "Every person who shows up sends a message that our library is worth investing in."
The stand-out can be measured as a success not only due to the size of the crowd, but by the might of the many voices heard.
As the Bridgewater Public Library states, "Strong libraries build strong communities," a sentiment that was evidently proven on the sunny evening of Monday, August 10.
Written by: Caitlin Shea, Fairfield University BuzzAround Intern
Source: Bridgewater Public Library FB
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered to win:
a $15 gift certificate to
Sarcastic Swine BBQ in Abington
Historical Tidbit Question:
What materials were used to build the worker's houses?
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 August 26, 2026, before 2p, we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.
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Living Your Best Life
“There is no greater gift you can give or receive than to honor your calling. It’s why you were born. And how you become most truly alive.” ~ Oprah Winfrey
“We can’t save the world by playing by the rules, because the rules have to be changed.” ~ Greta Thunberg
“Only those who dare to fail greatly can ever achieve greatly.” ~ Robert F. Kennedy
“You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.” ~ Joe Lewis
“The purpose of life, after all, is to live it, to taste experience to the utmost, to reach out eagerly and without fear for newer and richer experience.” ~ Eleanor Roosevelt
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I used to think journaling was a waste: "Why spend this glorious day pondering? "
But then I remember other days wasted; unhappy, without purpose, money or thinking I had no options. Days I felt unloved, face in my pillow, crying in frustration. Now I know, journaling is much better.
On days I journal, I feel those emotions, journal them, see and understand them. Then are able to re-frame the narrative if necessary, creating a growth moment.
I wish you all a fabulous week. Loving yourself, giving yourself the time you need, and living your best life. ~ Jacquie
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