October 13, 2024



~ Building Community One Positive Story at a Time.

Mistletoe Acres Tree Farm's Dark Market Comes to Life

This October, the Mistletoe Acres Tree Farm put together their first ever Dark Market! The Halloween event welcomed over 50 artisans and crafters, and any and all patrons free of charge. With an amazing lineup of talented vendors, the day's festivities included live music, tarot, yoga, an array of foods and desserts, a bar, live chainsaw art, pumpkin picking, pictures with Krampus, a paranormal investigation, ghost hunters, and even goats in costume.

Mistletoe Acres is a family owned and operated Christmas tree farm in East Bridgewater. This year they decided to change things up and start the holiday season early with a Halloween celebration to precede the Christmas season. In addition to Mistletoe Acres' many vendors, the event had a great community turnout which brought the market to life. Thank you to everyone who came out and enjoyed the Dark Market for supporting local businesses, bringing the community together, and making Mistletoe Acres Tree Farm's first ever Halloween celebration special!

Source: Mistletoe Acres & MATF FB

Photo Credits: J. Rose

Story written by Sara MacKinnon, BuzzAround Intern, Providence College

Fall Vaccine Clinic

Wed, Oct 16

11a-1p

EB Council on Aging

Sachem Rock (Route 106)

The East Bridgewater Board of Health and Council on Aging (COA), in partnership with Osco Pharmacy, will be offering a Vaccine Clinic at the Senior Center. Influenza, COVID, and shingles vaccines will be available. Please contact the Board of Health at 508-378-1612 or the COA at 508-378-1610 to schedule an appointment.

Source: Town of EB

Cultural Council Grant Applications

The East Bridgewater Cultural Council is now accepting applications for grants through the Local Cultural Council (LCC) program to distribute $10,700 in FY 25. Individuals, groups, and organizations may apply by the deadline, Wednesday, October 16. Grants are awarded to support local programs focused on the arts, humanities, culture, and interpretive sciences.

Information on how to apply is available at www.massculturalcouncil.org.

Special Town Meeting 10-7-2024

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Early Voting Information

State Elections will be held 7a - 8p Tues Nov 5 at the Jr/Sr High School Gymnasium at 143 Plymouth St. The last day to register to vote is Sat Oct 26, and the last day to request vote by mail ballot is Tues Oct 29. See your voter status at SEC of MA - Find My Voter Registration Status

In-Person Early Voting will take place in the 1st Floor Conference Room at 175 Central St, beginning Oct 19 and ending Nov 1. The schedule for early voting is as follows:

Sat, Oct 19th 9:00a - 5:00p

Mon, Oct 21st 8:30a - 8:00p

Tues - Thurs, October 22nd - 24th 8:30a - 4:30p

Fri, Oct 25th 8:30a - 5:00p

Sat, Oct 26th 9:00a - 5:00p

Mon, Oct 28th 8:30a - 8:00p

Tues - Thurs, Oct 29th - 31st 8:30a = 4:30p

Fri, Nov 1st 8:30a - 5:00p

For more information: EB Town Clerk

Community Coalition for Change October Newsletter

Here are a few of the events and programs featured:

Tue, Oct 22 at 6p, the Chief and Deputy Chief will be holding a Police Data Meeting at 175 Central St, in the second floor conference room.

Additionally, the EBCCC is looking for more board members and volunteers! The EB Community Coalition for Change is a network of committed parents and individuals taking actionable steps in addressing DEI issues in our schools and communities. The EBCCC fosters the exchange of ideas and provides support and resources for members to take action in our evolving communities. Together we can address systemic issues, raise cultural awareness, and celebrate diversity as a part of everyday life. If you are interested in finding out more information or wish to attend the next meeting, email ebcc4change@gmail.com and you will be provided with an agenda and link.

Source: EBCCC

Seed Saving with Massachusetts Master Gardener Association

Mon, Oct 21

6:30p

East Bridgewater Public Library

32 Union St

Join us for a talk with Master Gardener Gretel Anspach of the Massachusetts Master Gardener Association (MMGA) about seed saving! During the presentation Anspach will talk about the reasons for saving your own seeds and teach some of the basic techniques for ensuring genetic purity. For more information, visit EB Public Library.

One Book, One Community for the Bridgewater's

Join us for a series of engaging discussions and lectures focused on local history, abolitionism, and community learning.

Book Discussions:

West Bridgewater Library:

Book: The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd

When: Tuesday, October 22 at 5:00 p.m.

East Bridgewater Library:

Book: The Great Abolitionist: Charles Sumner by Stephen Puleo

When: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:30 p.m.

Underground Railroad Quilt Display

The recently constructed Underground Railroad Quilt will be re-hung in the gallery of the West Bridgewater Library. An informal explanation of the history and symbols featured in the quilt will be provided.

For information about the One Book One community project, contact Ellen: esnoeyen8@gmail.com

or visit Bridgewater Area One Book / One Community.

Free Tire Collection for all SSRC Members, including EB

Sat, Oct 26

9a-1p

Plymouth

The South Shore Recycling Cooperative, Plymouth County Mosquito Control and the Towns of Plymouth and Rockland will hold free tire collections in Rockland on Wednesday, October 9 and in Plymouth on Saturday, October 26. Only Off-rim auito and pickup truck tires will be accepted, with a maximum of 5 per household. Attendees must be registered and reside in an SSRC member town, which includes East Bridgewater, and Plymouth County. Locations are revealed on the registration form which you can find at www.eastbridgewaterma.gov.

Domestic Violence Awareness Month Toiletry Drive



The Plymouth County District Attorney's Office is holding its 5th annual toiletry drive in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. All donations will go to local agencies that provide services for survivors of domestic violence and their families.

The East Bridgewater Police Department has a donation bin in their lobby, and the East Bridgewater Junior-Senior High School Class of 2026 will also be collecting items at the school to contribute to the drive.For more information and donation item ideas, visit EBPD FB.

Request for Proposals for Solar Field

The Town of East Bridgewater has issued a request for proposals to solicit pricing, qualifications, and project approaches for the installation (including all engineering, procurement, and construction) of a ground-mounted solar photovoltaic system and accompanying grid-connected energy storage system (“Systems”) on the closed Town landfill at 877 Bridge Street, East Bridgewater, MA 02333 along with associated activities for this project including a lease of the subject property. To be considered, a response must be received on or before November 20, 2024 at 4:00p.

Additionally, a non-mandatory, pre-submission meeting will be held on October 23, 2024 at 10am starting at the East Bridgewater Council on Aging, 355 Plymouth Street, East Bridgewater and will involve a tour of the site. Copies of the RFP are available on the Town’s web site at www.eastbridgewaterma.gov/bids - Interested parties should monitor the site for any addenda.

Climate Can Do:

3 Tips for a Sustainable Halloween 

With spooky season underway, it is important to remember how our choices impact the environment around us. According to Duke University, a 2019 study found that discarded Halloween costumes alone generated 2,000 tons of plastic waste each year. Luckily there are many quick and easy tricks to help you cut down your eco-footprint.

Recycle Costumes and Decor

When it comes to Halloween, some things never go out of style. From spiders to skeletons to witch cauldrons -- keep your "old" decor to use again next year and save time, money, and the planet!

You might consider shopping at thrift and consignment shops or try something new and DIY your own costume! The cape from one year's vampire costume might be the finishing touch for next year's superhero. A pillow case can be easily decorated at home and makes a great trick-or-treat bag. Old stockings with runs and pulls can be transformed into spider-webbing. And cardboard boxes can be cut and painted to look like tombstones in your front yard display!

Maximize Pumpkin Usage

When pumpkins are tossed in the trash and begin to breakdown, they create methane, a powerful greenhouse gas. To help prevent this, try to use every part of your pumpkin this Halloween!

Pumpkin seeds, flesh, and rind can be used in a ton of delicious recipes such as pumpkin bread, pudding, pie, and more. For inspiration, you can look online or visit Delish.

Once the season's over, compost your pumpkin, mixing it oxygen while it breaks down decreases methane emissions and improves your garden's nutrient-rich soil.

Shop Sustainably

Shopping locally is also an easy way to limit waste. Support local farmers this season and buy locally-grown pumpkins; and shop local or fair trade chocolatiers.

Source: Western Placer Waste Management Authority, Duke University

This Climate Can Do article was written by Sara MacKinnon, BuzzAround Intern, Providence College.

LGBTQ+ Support and Social Groups

The be; Community welcomes you to their LGBTQ+ Support and Social group meetings!

6p Mondays at Unit 20, 36 North Bedford St the Adult 18+ Peer Group meets and provides queer adults the opportunity to gather, find support, share, socialize, and build community.

7:15p Mondays at 36 North Bedford St the Teen Peer Group meets and provides High School aged students with an opportunity to connect with peers, support one another, share challenges, celebrate, and play games.

6:30p on the first Wednesday of every month at 36 North Bedford St the Parents and Caretakers Support Group meets and discusses how we can help support and celebrate our LGBTQ+ children as well as each other.

All groups are drop in style, so there is no need to sign up in advance. For more information, visit be; Community.

East Bridgewater Police Department Receives State Grant

 to Improve Road Safety

Chief Michael Jenkins is pleased to announce that the East Bridgewater Police Department has been awarded $29,998.80 in state grant funding to improve road safety.

The Healey-Driscoll Administration awarded over $12.4 million in funding through the Municipal Road Safety, State Agency Traffic Safety, and Underserved Communities Traffic Safety Grant Programs.

The East Bridgewater Police Department received funding through the Municipal Road Safety Grant Program. This funding will support road safety initiatives, including traffic safety enforcement, bicyclist and pedestrian safety, non-enforcement activities such as training or community events, and the purchase of traffic safety equipment or other community safety items, like bike helmets.

The EBPD plans to address specific issues such as speed enforcement, impaired driving (driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs), and distracted driving, while also promoting the Click It or Ticket campaign.

“On behalf of the East Bridgewater Police Department, I would like to express my gratitude for this state grant funding from the Healey-Driscoll Administration,” said Chief Jenkins. “Our priority is to keep the roads safe for our community members, and with this generous funding, we can make that happen.”

Story & Photo Credit: EBPD

WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME



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Historical Tidbit Question:

How did the Nutter/Alden families contribute to the town of East Bridgewater?

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On October 16, 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, Megan Martin, Jamie Puhi, Jacquelyn Rose, & Greg Venezia.

Our Furry Friends



“Such short little lives our pets have to spend with us, and they spend most of it waiting for us to come home each day.

It is amazing how much love and laughter they bring into our lives and even how much closer we become with each other because of them.” ~ John Grogan

“Dogs are the leaders of the planet. If you see two life forms, one of them's making a poop, the other one's carrying it for him, who would you assume is in charge.”

~ Jerry Seinfeld

“ Pets devour the loneliness. They give us purpose, responsibility, a reason for getting up in the morning, and a reason to look to the future. They ground us, help us escape the grief, make us laugh, and take full advantage of our weakness by exploiting our furniture, our beds, and our refrigerator. We wouldn't have it any other way.”

~ Nick Trout, Tell Me Where It Hurts: A Day of Humor, Healing and Hope in My Life As an Animal Surgeon

“I think dogs are the most amazing creatures; they give unconditional love. For me they are the role model for being alive.” ~ Gilda Radner

A soft and cuddly role model. Fantastic! ~ Jacquie

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