February 6, 2022
~ 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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New Updates to the Holmes Public Library Children's Area!
The Holmes Public Library gave the following update concerning the remodeling of the Children's Room:
"Things have started to arrive for our Children's Area remodel. The play area will be outfitted with a new rug and loaded up with new toys. In the Children's Books Section there will be a quiet seating area and low table for families to connect and read, Finally, there will be a new exploration station up front and center for kids to learn STEAM skills through play and fun. Keep an eye out for upcoming children's events, too!"
We can't wait to see the final updates to the Children's Room and are so excited for the Holmes Public Library and Halifax community for these exciting upgrades!
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Historical Tidbit:
First Telephone Service
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The first entry on Halifax town records of telephone service was from the Southern Massachusetts Telephone Company saying, "You are hereby notified on erecting poles and placing wires, etc., for telephone service." This refers to Thompson Street, Middleborough line to Walnut Street and Walnut Street from Thompson Street to Bridgewater line on November 3, 1899.
On March 6, 1901, privilege was granted for poles from the Post Office to the Plympton line and from Plymouth Street to the Monponsett Hotel. [The Post Office at that time was located in a store that sat where the present Pope's Tavern is today.]
In 1904 a permit was granted to place poles as far as Bosworth's Mill [located on Furnace Street] going along Monponsett Street and Plymouth Street. (It would come soon to Summit, Thompson, Pratt and River Streets.) An intense period of telephone installations took place between the years 1901 and 1910.
116 years ago our ancestors waited patiently for a phone line to keep in touch with the outside world and hear from family far away. Today we wait for the next version of cell phones to hit the market. Not many families even have a "landline."
Respectfully submitted,
Sue Basile
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Town Hall
781-294-1316
Holmes Public Library
781-293-2271
Council on Aging
506 Plymouth Street
781-293-7313
Food Pantries
Halifax Congregational Church
503 Plymouth St. (Rt 106)
781-293-6393
Tuesdays 2:30 - 4p
St Vincent De Paul
Our Lady of the Lake Church
580 Monponsett St, Halifax
(781) 293- 7971
2nd & 4th Saturday 9a
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Congratulations!
Allison Gobbi
you won a $20 gift certificate to
from independent consultant Katie Ray.
Bee sure to play our Historical Tidbit Trivia Game at the bottom of this newsletter.
Enter for this week's prize of
three private voice or piano lessons for
ages 5 to adults ($100 value) at
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ADULT EDUCATION
WINTER/SPRING 2022
Adult Education at Silver Lake Regional High School is back! Most classes start the first week of March.
Check out our offerings and come learn a new skill.
You do not have to live in the district to attend.
Walk in Registration: Monday - Friday
8a – 2:30p, Main Lobby Kiosk of Silver Lake Regional High School 781-585-3844
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Get Library Books Delivered to You!
Bookmobile is a once a month book delivery service for residents of Halifax who may not always be able to get to the library. A selection of books is chosen for our home bound patrons based on their reading preferences.
A friendly Librarian arrives via the Council on Aging van to pick up your books for return and
bring your new selections.
Contact the Holmes Public Library at
781-293-2271 to register for this service.
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HEALTH SCREENINGS
Medical screenings are available at this time at the COA, do not hesitate to call in advance to set up an appointment: 781-293-7313.
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Are you a Brockton High School Alum?
The Brockton High School Alumni Association will honor three outstanding BHS graduates this year! Complete the form below to make your nomination for the 2022 Alumni Service, Alumni Achievement or Young Alumni awards.
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Make Your Tax Return Appointments
Will be scheduled on Tuesdays from February 1st - April 12th at the Pope's Tavern COA,
506 Plymouth St.
Call (781) 293-7313
to schedule.
All appointments will be 20 minutes starting at 1:30p and the last appointment at 3:30p.
The tax preparation fee is $40.00
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Valentine's Day Craft with the Halifax Council on Aging
Thursday, February 10
1:30p
Halifax Council on Aging
506 Plymouth Street
Join the Halifax Council on Aging to make this lovely Valentine's Day craft just in time for the special day. Hang the heart on your door to show everyone how full of love you are this Valentine's Day. Cost of materials is $10 per person, and pre-registration is required as space is limited.
Call 781-293-7313 to reserve your spot today, and make sure to visit their Facebook page for more information on special events! |
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Did you know, we have a great selection of birthday and event cards?
Don't forget to show love and appreciation for those around you!
1000 Plymouth St (Rt 104) • Bridgewater • (508) 697-0357
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Free Mediation Services
Experiencing conflict? The Greater Brockton Center for Dispute Resolutions is here to assist with your disputes. They specialize in family, neighborhood, and consumer disputes among others, and they are happy to provide confidential, FREE face-to-face mediation to help.
If you, or someone you know, is in need of such services, contact the GBCDR today at mediators@gbcdr.org or 508-897-2868, or visit their website for more information! |
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Make Your Valentine's Day Reservations Now!
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Valentine's Day Storytime
with Holmes Public Library
Monday, February 14th
11a
Virtual Event
Join Miss Holly of the Holmes Public Library and Mr. Mike of the Plympton Library for a special Valentine's Day story time!
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New App for Buy Nothing Nonprofit
The Buy Nothing Project is an international volunteer organization with a goal of building community by establishing hyper local gift economies. Until recently, the main platform for Buy Nothing groups had been Facebook, with one located next town over in Hanson. However, the organization has since released their own free app! This app can be used for gifting, asking, and showing gratitude, enriching the community while cleaning the planet.
For more information on this app, and the nonprofit organization itself, visit their website! |
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It's Time for Kindergarten Registration!
Registration for 2022 - 2023 Kindergarten programs at Halifax Elementary School opens February 7th. Completed packets and corresponding required documents can be scanned and emailed to ekenney@slrsd.org, dropped off at the main office between 9a - 2p, or mailed to: Halifax Elementary School
Attn: K Registration
464 Plymouth Street
Halifax, MA 02338
For more information on the school and to access registration packets, visit their website! To view important dates and information for Kindergarten registration, click here!
Contact the main office at 781-293-2581 or email ekenney@slrsd.org with any questions, and happy registration! |
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Annual Town Election
Saturday, May 14
Nomination papers for the 2022 Annual Election are NOW available at the Town Clerk's Office at Halifax Town Hall. The Town Clerk's Office is open 8a - 4p, Monday through Thursday.
Deadline to take out nomination papers:
March 23, Town Clerk
Deadline to submit nomination papers to Board of Registrars: March 25, Board of Registrars
Deadline to submit certified nomination papers to Town Clerk: April 8, Town Clerk
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Shop Local. Help People.
Check out our selection of children's snow suits.
South Shore Bargaineer is a charity thrift store that brings people together for good. “Thrift Shopping with Purpose”.
Check out our recent blog,
(774) 225-2768
1000 Main St, Unit 107, Hanson
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Businesses: Ready to move positively forward?
Readers: Looking to make a positive career move? Check out our
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Silver Lake High vs. Marshfield High School Varsity Mens' Basketball
Streamed live January 21
Video Courtesy of Laker TV
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Silver Lake High vs. Marshfield High School JV Mens' Basketball
From January 21
Video Courtesy of Laker TV
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Halifax Board of Selectmen Meeting
January 27
Video courtesy of Area 58 Halifax
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Finance Committee Meeting
January 31
Video courtesy of Area 58 Halifax
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"Pawsitively" Good News
A great way to end the week with visits from Freedom (l) and Sparkie (r) as part of our Pawsitive to the Core program. Students enjoy spending short amounts of time interacting with the dogs within their classroom setting as both a part of their curriculum, as well as a stress reducer.
Story and Photo Credits:
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered to win
three private voice or piano lessons for
ages 5 to adults ($100 value) at
Historical Tidbit Question:
In what year was first entry on Halifax town records of telephone service from the Southern Massachusetts Telephone Company?
Email us your answer at:
By entering, you give us permission to print your name in next week's Buzz Around.
On February 9, 2022 before 2p, 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, Amanda Guindon, Mohamed (Moe) Ibrahim, Janice O'Brien, Jacquelyn Rose & Gregory Venezia. |
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Here's to Winter
“I wonder if the snow loves the trees and fields, that it kisses them so gently? And then it covers them up snug, you know, with a white quilt; and perhaps it says, "Go to sleep, darlings, till the summer comes again.”
~ Lewis Carroll, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland / Through the Looking-Glass
“Spring passes and one remembers one's innocence.
Summer passes and one remembers one's exuberance.
Autumn passes and one remembers one's reverence.
Winter passes and one remembers one's perseverance.” ~ Yoko Ono
“Winter is not a season, it's an occupation.”
~ Sinclair Lewis
“I know the look of an apple that is roasting and sizzling on the hearth on a winter's evening, and I know the comfort that comes of eating it hot, along with some sugar and a drench of cream... I know how the nuts taken in conjunction with winter apples, cider, and doughnuts, make old people's tales and old jokes sound fresh and crisp and enchanting.” ~ Mark Twain
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We've had the full winter experience now, a nor'easter and snow to our waist. Glistening snowflakes and cold, wet discomfort. Is it possible to love and hate something so much at the same time? This, too, shall pass. And then I will miss it.
~ Jacquie
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