July 26, 2020
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Building Community One Positive Story at a Time
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Your BuzzAround supports the dignity of all human beings, is actively anti-racist, and supportive of good law enforcement policies.
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Sunflowers In Bridgewater
Jenn Owen captured a picture of beautiful sunflowers growing in front of the Saint Thomas Aquinas church in Bridgewater.
They are a very popular sight for the people who take daily walks by them.
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The Nip
Lake Nippenicket borders Route 104 and is close to Route 24 and Interstate 495. The Nip, as it is called around town, is part of the Taunton River Watershed. It, and all water in our community, empties into the Taunton River. In 1990, the lake was surveyed relative to the fish that call The Nip home and species there included yellow perch, pumpkinseed, bluegill, large-mouth bass, white perch, black crappie, chain pickerel, brown bullhead, golden shiner and American eel.
Named by Wampanoags as the place where the great spirits dwell, the Nip spans 354 acres and is a naturally occurring fresh water body.
Respectfully submitted ~ Kevin Bligh
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The Search For An Internship During COVID
By Sasha Rockwell When my Junior year at Bridgewater State University started in the Fall of 2019, I knew it was the perfect time to take advantage of learning opportunities on and off-campus. But I didn't expect it to go the way it did.
Read more
buzzaround.info
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Academy Building Municipal Offices
66 Central Square
508-697-0921
Mon - Thur 8a - 4p, Fri 8a - 1p Services available through phone, email & website only
Check Town website for needed updates
Public Library
15 South Street
508-697-3331
Mon - Wed 9a - 8p
Thurs 10a - 5p, Fri & Sat 10a - 2p
Cole-Yeaton Senior Center
10 Wally Krueger Way
508-697-0929
The Bridgewater Senior Center is closed to the public. However, the following services will continue: Meals on Wheels and medical appointment/grocery store transportation services.
Food Pantry
Central Square Congregational Church
71 Central Square
508-697-6016
Thursdays - 10a - 1p
1st Monday of each month from 6 - 8 p
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Congratulations!
Deb Caggiano
won a
$50
gift certificate to
Beauty Counter products
through Independent Consultant Christine Harkins.
The clean revolution
You should play our
Historical Tidbit Trivia Game
at the bottom of this newsletter.
You could win
a 16 oz Bee Charmed candle, the scent of your choice! (value $15.99)
from Bee Charmed Gift Shop
494 N. Bedford St (Rt 18) East Bridgewater
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Vote By Mail
In July, a new law was passed to allow all registered voters in Massachusetts to vote by mail in any 2020 election, with no excuse needed.
As required by the new law, a Vote by Mail application will be mailed to every person who was registered to vote by July 1 and who had not already requested an absentee ballot for the State Primary or for all elections this year. A second mailing will be sent out in September to all voters who have not already applied for a Vote by Mail ballot for the November election. The applications are pre-addressed to your local election official and no postage is necessary.
Vote by Mail applications must be delivered to your local election office no later than 4 business days before the election. For a State Primary ballot, your application must reach your local election office no later than August 26. For a State Election ballot, your application must reach your local election office no later than October 28.
If you wish to vote by mail, you are strongly encouraged to return your application as early as possible, to make sure that you will receive your ballot in time to return it and have it be counted.
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Diane Edgecomb presents "Once Upon a Fairy Tale"!
Join us virtually for a delightful re-telling of unusual fairy tales. From enchanted bears, to determined princess, to a wild ride with a fairy-band. Diane is known for transforming into the characters in her tales bringing each story to life.
This event is funded by a grant from the Bridgewater Cultural Council.
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Metro South’s Live Virtual Networking Groups
Upcoming Virtual Events via ZOOM:
7/28 10:30 - 11:30a
7/29 2:00 - 3:00p
Connect with potential customers, existing chamber members and friends in the Metro South community from the comfort and safety of your homes/work spaces. Every member attending will be asked to give a 60-second pitch (who you are, and what you do) and and then we will have an open discussion with the group. Space is limited, so please RSVP in advance.
(508) 586-0500 x 231
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New Walking Group!
Monday, July 27 at 8a
Senior Center
Bridgewater's Council on Aging's intern Grace has been working with volunteer Jean Guarino to start a new walking group! They thank them both and hope you can join them. Fresh air and exercise is good for the soul, especially when it’s on a smooth surface and meeting new people (socially distanced of course). Meet them at the senior center, bring a friend, and get ready to have some fun! Please call if you have any questions 508-697-0929.
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Music Alley Presents Jillian Dawn
Thursday, July 30th
7 – 8:30p
Broadcast live on Facebook
Music Alley is proud to present Jillian Dawn via live virtual stream. Jillian has become a favorite within the alley, as her beautiful voice and music has caught the eyes and ears of many local listeners.
Hot on the heels of the release of Dawn's new album 20/20, Jillian will be sharing her new songs and some old ones with her Music Alley fans.
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Stay Active!
Greetings Bridgewater Residents and Community Partners,
Life is all about balance and we want you to take care of you.
Starting next week,
every Tuesday at 8am
will be a one hour
Zumba
class with Jen and every
Wednesday at 10am
will be a one hour
Tai Chi
class.
**
Registration
will be a little different than we have done in the past because of the virus. Please rest assure we are taking the highest safety precautions necessary to offer these outdoors opportunities. Register by emailing your name and phone # to
[email protected]
.
We will then contact registrants by phone the day before class to notify them of their Zumba or Tai Chi day. If someone cancels, we will take the next person on the list to fill the space.
All participants will need a MySeniorCenter keycard for check-in & if you do not have one, please call us to have one made.
We look forward to seeing you!
-Bridgewater Council on Aging
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Better Bean Team Thanks Loyal Customers
"We wanted to take a moment to express a sincere thanks to our loyal community members. Opening during the pandemic has definitely been a challenge. Yet, we’re committed to you and to remaining open. We also realize that our contactless opening has been challenging for some, but most have hung in there with us and we truly appreciate it.
As an explanation for our process, we have staff members with autoimmune issues and have implemented the current system to ensure their safety.
Truth be told some customers have told us that they will no longer visit us and/or that we’re operating a bad business model. We understand and respect their position. Their inconvenience is also our inconvenience. We have to operate this way for the short term for the benefit of everyone, but particularly for those on our team with autoimmune problems.
The silver lining is that the positive feedback has been exponentially greater than the negative. This feedback is why we’re working so hard to get back to some normalcy.
When you visit us the best way to optimize your experience is to call ahead or order online. We have a rapid pick up area or you can enjoy your java/lunch at our outdoor seating.
Thank you all so much, be safe, and keep caffeinated." - Better Bean Coffee Co.
Story credit: Jason Hebert
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Stand Up for Justice Bridgewater
There was another great turnout in the common for Stand Up for Justice Bridgewater on July 18th. 7th week in a row!!!
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We have what you NEED this summer!
Come see what we have to make your home or farm the best it can be! Shop us today!
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1000 Plymouth St (Rt 104) Bridgewater
(508) 697-0357
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Voices of Justice
On
Sunday, August 2nd, at 10 a
, the Central Square Congregational Church, UCC in Bridgewater will present a special live streamed program featuring the Justice Choir Songbook, a collection of protest songs and civil rights songs compiled with the goal of helping communities “raise your voices together for change, equity, love, and peace.” The Songbook can be downloaded here, so you can get to know the songs and sing along at home during the performance:
www.justicechoir.org.
The Justice Choir Songbook will be performed online by vocalists James Dargan and Lisa Graham, accompanied by Julia Scott Carey on the piano. James Dargan will also perform some of his original compositions. Poet Charles Coe will also be writing new words to an old American hymn tune by the Matilda T Durham, one of the first female hymn writers in the United States, called “America! America! To Glory Arise,” and James Dargan will be premiering Charles Coe’s hymn on this occasion. There will be additional live or pre-recorded performances and readings by Reverend Elizabeth Stotts, educator Zachary Boissonneau, organist Sylvia Berry, soprano Karen Slack, bass-baritone Ian Pomerantz, and countertenor Reginald Mobley. The service will be live-streamed on Facebook, YouTube, and cable TV. Links can be found that day on the Facebook page (
www.facebook.com/csccuccbridgewaterma
) and on
www.csccucc.org
.
Following, we will have a discussion via Zoom about music as a form of protest, led by conductor and educator Anthony Trecek-King. You are all invited to join in the discussion. For an invitation to the Zoom meeting, or for more information, send an email to
[email protected]
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REUSABLE SHOPPING BAGS ARE BACK !
Friday, July 10th, Governor Baker rescinded his temporary order suspending all local shopping bag laws and banning the use of reusable bags.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's most recent update on transmission indicates that the virus spreads primarily through the infected respiratory droplets emitted during close contact with another person, hence the continued need for face masks.
Banning re-use of bags was a precautionary measure, erring on the side of safety, and the MA Dept of Public Health recognizes the public health problem created by the damage done to our environment with plastic, and so is now encouraging their use again.
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BSU Class of 2020 T-Shirt
The Class of 2020 shirt designed by classmate Savannah Miller, '20, is now available for free for all graduated seniors!
Get your limited edition BSU Class of 2020 T-shirt shipped to you at your home for free by visiting this link:
(Non-2020 grads can purchase for $10)
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Working hard to make patients comfortable & healthy!
Physical distancing • spaced appointments
• bacterial cleaning between patients.
Take care of yourself – See your chiropractor today!
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63 Main Street, Bridgewater (508) 697-0050
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Books For Brockton: Brockton Public Library organized by ...
Join me in making a real difference. Brockton Public Library provides access to educational & cultural programs and resources to the greater Brockton Area, free!!! Brockton Library Foundation ... taking this a step further ... is giving away...
Read more
www.gofundme.com
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CONTACT FREE
CURBSIDE PICK-UP Bridgewater Public Library
Monday - Friday
10:00a - 2:00p
The Bridgewater Public Library is happy to provide contact free curbside pick-up! Simply place a hold through our online catalog or call us for assistance. You will be notified when your hold is available.Available holds can be picked up Monday through Friday between the hours of 10:00AM and 2:00PM. When you arrive, please pull into one of four designated curbside pick-up spots and call the library. Provide your name and library card number, and we will process your item and bring it out to your car. Please remain in your car during this process.
All returns of library materials must be placed in the library's drive-up book drop located at the exit of our parking lot.
Library patrons can still check out ebooks and audiobooks through OverDrive and we are actively working to increase the materials available to our patrons on this platform.
Check out OverDrive
here.
Available for iPhone®, iPad®, Android, Chromebook, Windows 8 & 10, Kindle Fire HD.
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School summer reading books
for all area schools!
Call, message or email and we will have your order ready for you!
Proudly serving our community for 35 years
619 Washington St.
South Easton
508-238-3034
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Take classes from home with BLISS
THROUGH
YOGA
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Offering Svaroopa® Yoga classes via Zoom
Now Booking Yoga Therapy &
Private Yoga Sessions
In home and in studio sessions available
Contact Janice to register
Find YOUR bliss at Bliss Through Yoga!
Yoga for the Rest of Us!
75B Scotland Blvd
PTU Annex, Bridgewater
(508) 331-3564
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Bridgewater COA Zoom Chair Exercise Class now EVERY Wednesday & Friday!
Hello friends of the Bridgewater COA,
Please join instructor Wendy Moore for a full hour of evidence based exercise class designed especially for people with arthritis.
Participants should have handheld weights (soup cans could work well), a paper plate, and a kitchen towel. If you have a TheraBand please have that also available. If you need weights or exercise tubes, please email Wendy directly
[email protected].
508-697-0929
Have fun and enjoy!
Meeting ID: 931 4349 5863
Password: 300615
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Quail Release
Bridgewater’s Tiffany Gimbal & niece Lilly check out the quail release at Planet Subaru, Hanover.
500 birds! Northern Bobwhite Quail populations have declined by estimates of 90+% and tick populations are out of control. Planet Subaru and MEND - A Regenerative Movement, teamed up to restore the ecosystem. Quail is an organic tick borne illness control, because they LOVE to eat ticks!
Story, video & images: J. Rose
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered
to win
a 16 oz Bee Charmed candle, the scent of your choice! (value $15.99)
from Bee Charmed Gift Shop
494 N. Bedford St (Rt 18) East Bridgewater
Historical Tidbit Question
:
Who named
Lake Nippenicket?
Email us your answer at:
Please include your name, phone number with your answer.
By entering, you give us permission to print your name in next week's Buzz Around.
On July 29, 2020 we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.
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The Buzz Around is brought to you this week by:
Jen Bellody, Janice O'Brien, Jacquelyn Rose, & Kayla Rose.
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Genealogy
Looking back at our ancestry helps us understand today. There's comfort in knowing what they went through so you can live your life. And then there's the sheer act of telling and retelling stories, it helps us to understand our position in a long line of ancestors who have wrestled with similar issues to the ones we wrestle with every day. We all have stories.
"I like to cook, and I tend to make those one-pot meat dishes of my Hungarian ancestors. Also, I make a great Bolognese."
~ Goldie Hawn
"There were times, especially when I was traveling for 'Eat, Pray, Love,' when, I swear to God, I would feel this weight of my female ancestors, all those Swedish farmwives from beyond the grave who were like, 'Go! Go to Naples! Eat more pizza! Go to India, ride an elephant! Do it! Swim in the Indian Ocean. Read those books. Learn a language."
~ Elizabeth Gilbert
"In China there is a holiday around the death of your ancestors where everyone goes to the cemetery. It's a celebratory thing. It's very colorful." ~ Lulu Wang
"Black Girl Magic means that I have the power to overcome anything. Especially when we're in a world where you're told that you can't do something or you're less than, I'm reminded that my ancestors have overcome so much. There's still so much work to be done, and I have the power to overcome it." ~ Michelle Carter
"Our religion is the traditions of our ancestors - the dreams of our old men, given them in solemn hours of the night by the Great Spirit; and the visions of our sachems, and is written in the hearts of our people." ~ Chief Seattle
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“You are a light. You are the light. Never let anyone—any person or any force—dampen, dim or diminish your light. Study the path of others to make your way easier and more abundant. Lean toward the whispers of your own heart, discover the universal truth, and follow its dictates.” –~John Lewis
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Copyright 2020 Buzz Around Bridgewater.
You have our permission to share and copy this issue in its entirety as much as you like. If you take it in part, please give credit. ("Buzz Around Bridgewater 7/26/20")
Disclaimer: At the Buzz Around, we promote community and family. Occasionally, there will be links to town committees and other non-profit groups, as a way of sharing local information. Individual groups are responsible for how they represent themselves on their websites and in their promotional materials. The Buzz Around does not claim to support any particular view.
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