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September 15, 2024
~ Building Community One Positive Story at a Time.
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High Fives for The Charity Guild
September is Hunger Action Month, and The Charity Guild has a fun and creative way for you to get involved. It’s called “High Five for $5.” A $5 donation helps to buy enough food for 10 meals for TCG’s Food Pantry. For the rest of September, you can take action and help Brockton fight hunger by donating $5, sharing a “High Five” photo on Facebook, and tagging The Charity Guild, your friends and family in the post.
A nonprofit organization and member agency of The Greater Boston Food Bank, The Charity Guild began their mission to combat food insecurity in 1971. Today, TCG serves over 23,500 people every year, increasing community access to healthy and nutritious foods through their Food Pantries and Home Delivery Program for seniors and the homebound. The TCG main Food Pantry is located at 501 Main St, Brockton MA and is open Tues 10a - 12p, Wed 1p - 2:30p, and Thurs 10a - 12p.
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This September’s “High Five for $5” initiative has already drummed up buzz. The Brockton Fire Department took to Facebook to share High Fives next to Fire Engine Five, tagging and nominating the City of Brockton, Brockton Police Department, and Brockton Veterans’ Services to participate in the trend too. Additionally, Brockton Farmers Market shared FB photos from the last Friday Market participating in “High Five for $5” and spreading awareness about food insecurity and TCG’s mission to the community. It is through this collective participation in Hunger Awareness Month and through the generous donations and volunteer work of the community that The Charity Guild is able to provide for those in need.
To contribute to The Charity Guild’s mission, make a donation in goods or funds, volunteer to help, or learn more about how TCG is fighting food insecurity in Brockton, visit their website www.thecharityguild.org.
Source & Photo Credit: thecharityguild.org
Story written by Sara MacKinnon, BuzzAround Intern, Providence College
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Historical Tidbit: Antique Firefighting | |
Restored Protector No. 3 “hand-tub” leaves Brockton's Central Fire Station for Brockton Fairgrounds to be on display during “fair week.” At the reins is Lt. Robert Howard of Sugar Brook Farm and Easton Fire Department; July 6, 1967
Photo & Story Credit: www.facebook.com/BaumanCollection
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Submit to the City's Events Calendar:
Please follow this link to submit
City Hall
45 School St 508-580-7123
brockton.ma.us
Check the city website for important updates
Brockton Public Library
Main Library - 304 Main St. 508-580-7890
East Branch - 54 Kingman St. 508-580-7892
West Branch - 540 Forest Ave. 508-580-7894
brocktonpubliclibrary.org
instagram.com/teenzonebppl.
Council on Aging
Temporarily at The Shaws Center,
1 Feinberg Way 508-580-7811
Email coa@cobma.us & phone contact only
COA
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Congratulations!
Andrea Bedard
won
One free yoga class in convenient downtown East Bridgewater at 14 West Union St ($20 value) Bliss Through Yoga!
Bee sure to play our Historical Tidbit Trivia Game at the bottom of this newsletter.
Enter for this week's prize of
a $25 gift certificate to Johnny Macaroni's Restaurant, East Bridgewater & Halifax
johnnymacaronis.com
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Write Your Way
Tue, Sep 17
7p-8:30p
Brockton Public Library
304 Main St
Unleash your creativity and overcome writer's block through a series of engaging prompts and writing exercises. Whether you're a beginner looking to jumpstart your writing journey or an experienced writer seeking inspiration, you will generate a piece of new material in this workshop.
More info: www.brocktonpubliclibrary.org
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Brockton Public Schools Fall Open Houses
As autumn approaches, Brockton Public Schools is gearing up for a series of Fall Open Houses, providing an excellent opportunity for students, parents, and community members to connect with teachers and school staff. These open houses, scheduled across various dates in September and October, are designed to welcome families into the school community, share important information about the upcoming academic year, and foster strong relationships between home and school.
Mark your calendars for the following dates:
- September 18: Hancock (5-7 PM)
- September 19: Downey, Kennedy, Baker, Davis, Raymond (5-7 PM)
- September 24: Plouffe (5-7 PM)
- September 26: North, South, East, West, Ashfield, BVLA (5-7 PM)
- October 1: Barrett Russell, Brookfield, Arnone, Angelo, George, Gilmore (5-7 PM)
These open houses are an excellent chance to meet educators, tour the facilities, and gain insights into the school's programs and initiatives. All families are encouraged to attend and engage with the school community as the new school year begins!
Source: Brockton Public Schools FB Post
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Climate Can Do:
5 Easy Steps Video Courtesy of GreenAmerica.Org
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Brockton City Council Meeting 9-9-24
Video Courtesy of The Brockton Channels
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Brockton has numerous voting locations, so the easiest way to find your nearest polling place is to use the official state website. Simply click the link below, enter your address, and find out exactly where to vote: Where Do I Vote?
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Volunteer with BUILD Boston! | |
BUILD Boston is recruiting volunteers to serve as weekly Business Team Coaches at Randolph High! This unique volunteer opportunity supports youth entrepreneurs in building their own businesses.
For more information, visit Build.org.
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Car Seat Safety Course
Wed, Sep 18
5-6p
1041 Pearl St
Suite L
This essential safety course will guide participants through the correct installation and use of car seats to ensure the safety of young passengers.
As a bonus, attendees will receive a free car seat upon completing the course. Registration is limited and required, so please sign up only if you plan to attend.
Source: The Family Center at Community Connections of Brockton FB Post
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Greek Food Festival
Sep 19, 20 & 21
Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church
457 Oak St
Come to the annual Greek Food Festival! This three-day event will offer a rich experience of Greek culture with authentic cuisine, including favorites like moussaka, souvlaki, spanakopita, and baklava, as well as traditional Greek coffee and desserts. Enjoy live Greek music and vibrant dancing, with opportunities to join in and learn the steps yourself. There will also be guided tours of the beautiful Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church that provide insight into its history and architecture.
This family-friendly festival is free to attend, with plenty of seating available. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate Greek traditions with friends and family!
Vista annunciationbrockton.org/greekfestival for more info!
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Brockton Public Library Poetry Series: Everyone Has a Voice
Sat, Sep 21
2p
Driscoll Art Gallery
304 Main St
Join Brockton Public Library in kicking off their 2024-2025 poetry season with scheduled poets Elizabeth Birch, Regie Gibson, Hannah Baptiste, Marlon Carey, C.D. Collins, Jean-Dany Joachim, poets to be announced, and open-mic poets. This series is meant to celebrate everyone's unique voice, and you can show your support by attending, sharing the news with your community, and helping to fill the room for these poets.
For more info: Philip Hasouris at 508-942-8018 or phasouris@cobma.us
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Brockton School Committee Meeting
9-10-24
Video Courtesy of the Brockton Channels
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Meet the Mushroom Man at Garden Club
Mon, Sep 23
6:30p
Our Lady of Lourdes Church
The Brockton Garden Club is back and welcomes special guest Jim Watkins, "The Mushroom Man," also known as "The Fun-guy." Attend the first Garden Club meeting of the year and learn about edible mushrooms, how to grow them, where you can find them, and more, free of cost.
For more information, contact Anne Beauregard at 774-297-4939 or ambeauregard@outlook.com.
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You've Got to Vote - Hive Connect | Recently, 30 children from Brockton's Rose Conservatory under the direction of Greg Fernandes joined international touring musician Joe Jencks on his song You've Got to Vote at Brockton Public Library, performing and recording this rousing call to action. | | | | |
Relational Eating with Vicki Robin | |
In her Ted X: Relational Eating video, New York Times Best Seller Vicki Robin lays out how eating locally is how we take care of the earth and be prepared for the future.
BTW: When the ultimate "Do-it yourself - er" can't do it herself, she turns to the BuzzAround.
Vicki Robin's website is managed by the BuzzAround. vickirobin.com
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An Afternoon With
Phyllis Ellis
Sat, Sep 28
2-3p
Brockton Public Library Lingos Auditorium
304 Main St
Join us at the BPL with an afternoon with one of our own trustees Phyllis Ellis reading her favorite poems.
More info: www.brocktonpubliclibrary.org
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Meet the Interim Superintendent Family Forum (Middle School) 9-10-24
Video Courtesy of the Brockton Channels
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Calling All Vendors for the Brockton Museum Fall Festival
Sat, Oct 12
11a-4p
City Hall Plaza
45 School St
Downtown Brockton Museum is calling all available and interested vendors to participate in this year's Fall Fest. To join in the celebration, fill out the 2024 Downtown Brockton Museum Events Vendor, Preschool, and Volunteer Form and mail to: Downtown Brockton Museum, 2024 Brockton Celebrates Events c/o Nancy Krushas, 195 Matfield St, West Bridgewater, MA 02379.
For any questions contact Nancy Krushas at nancyk76@comcast.net or 508-942-7611.
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Victory For Families
Victory For Families (VFF) is a nonprofit committed to the empowerment and welfare of single mothers within the community. The organization serves to provide single mothers with the resources they need to achieve educational goals, career opportunities, housing stability, and financial security. Some of their offered services include personalized, one to one coaching sessions, interactive seminars and workshops, and financial aid in the form of grants and scholarships. From monetary assistance to personal mentorship, Victory For Families works hard to create a strong community of support for single moms.
VFF was founded by Veronica Thompson, a third-generation immigrant from Brockton. Having experienced life as a single mother herself, Thompson created the nonprofit to help others overcome the challenges she faced. Through the hard work of the VFF Board and community, Victory For Families is able to offer single mothers vital resources, to foster knowledge and the development of necessary skills, and to build security for families in need. As Thompson says, “Your support is a lifeline, empowering single mothers to rewrite their stories, reclaim their strength, and build a brighter future for themselves and their children.”
Fri, Oct 18th from 8p - 11p, VFF will be hosting their Inaugural Fundraiser Gala at Venue 727, 340 Warren Ave Brockton. This is a celebration of the hard work and perseverance of single mothers in the community, and you too can show your support by joining VFF for an evening of dining, dancing, and fun. Tickets are on sale at givebutter.com/4CTWRu and donations of any size make a great difference in supporting the group’s ongoing initiatives. Additionally, Victory For Families is actively looking for sponsors, so if you or someone you know might be interested, contact them at info@victoryforfamilies.org. Sponsorships can be customized to fit your company’s marketing and philanthropic goals.
To learn more about Victory For Families, visit their website www.victoryforfamilies.org.
Story and Photo Credits: VFF, Inc
Story written by Sara MacKinnon, BuzzAround Intern, Providence College
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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:
Where was Protector #3 headed?
Email us your answer at:
Prizes@buzzaround.info Please include your name and phone number with your answer.
Prize Box Rules
By entering, you give us permission to print your name in next week's Buzz Around.
On September 18, 2024, before 2p, we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.
| The Buzz Around is brought to you this week by: Sara MacKinnon, Jamie Puhi, Jacquelyn Rose & Greg Venezia | | |
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Changes
“It’s only after you’ve stepped outside your comfort zone that you begin to change, grow, and transform.” ~Roy T. Bennett
“Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself.” ~ Rumi
“The only way that we can live, is if we grow. The only way that we can grow is if we change. The only way that we can change is if we learn. The only way we can learn is if we are exposed. And the only way that we can become exposed is if we throw ourselves out into the open. Do it. Throw yourself.” ~ C. JoyBell C.
Love can change a person the way a parent can change a baby- awkwardly, and often with a great deal of mess.”~ Lemony Snicket
“And that is how change happens. One gesture. One person. One moment at a time.”~ Libba Bray
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Are we ready, are we prepared, for the next great change? ~ Jacquie
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