November 28, 2021
~ 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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Fix The Steeple Fund Drive at 95% ~ WOW!!!
Dear Friends,
In early September we began a public campaign to raise $15,000 for significant repairs to our steeple, hoping to meet our goal and end the campaign by December 31, 2021. Because of generous donations from our congregation and our community and friends, we have reached 95% of our goal so far. Based upon pledges and promises from some who have not yet given, and our belief that added support is forthcoming, we are taking a leap of faith and ending the formal campaign on November 30, 2021. We cannot begin to express adequate thanks to all who have given to this campaign. You have helped us to save a true icon of history for our church and for the town of Halifax. We are especially thankful this Thanksgiving week and wish everyone a joyful, healthy, happy Thanksgiving.
VENMO: @halifaxma-steepleproject
CHECK: Payable to Halifax Congregational Church, 503 Plymouth Street, Halifax, MA. 02338. Please denote “steeple project” in memo section on check.
Blessings to you all,
The Trustees
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Historical Tidbit:
First Department Store Santa
With the holidays fast approaching there is no escaping the coveted Christmas music singing loudly over speakers in department stores, the store's shelves stocked miles deep with all kinds of festivities to celebrate the season in whatever way you please. But there's one special holiday tradition that holds it's roots right in our own backyard.
In December of 1890, James Edgar of Brockton, Massachusetts became America's first ever department store Santa Claus. Commonly referred to as "Colonel Jim", Edgar ventured to Boston in the weeks leading up the Christmas that year and had a special Santa costume tailored. He then began making appearances and in turn, helping childhood dreams come true.
Children began flooding in for the chance to meet Santa at Edgar's Department Store in Brockton from all over Boston, Providence, and even from New York. Many who had the chance to meet Edgar as Santa still look fondly back at these memories, describing the magic he created for them.
In the years that followed, department store Santa's became a staple for the holiday season. While others may claim to have had a department store Santa before 1890, Santa historians still name our very own James Edgar as the first with a known identity, and the first to inspire more, making his appearances all the more special.
Story compiled by Amanda Guindon from
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Internship Opportunity
*Writing
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*Entrepreneurship
*Graphic Design
Gain real-world knowledge as we design our internship specifically for you!
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Town Hall
781-294-1316
For needed updates, check the town website.
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!
Evelyn DeLutis
won a 45 minute Reiki Treatment
with Jacquelyn Rose
Bee sure to play our Historical Tidbit Trivia Game at the bottom of this newsletter
Enter for this week's prize of a
free class at
($18 value)
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COA HOLIDAY LUNCHEON
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 1ST
12P - 2P
HOLY APOSTLE PARISH HALL
JOIN US FOR AN AFTERNOON OF MUSIC & MERRIMENT AS WE KICK OFF THE HOLIDAY SEASON.
LUNCH AT 12 FOLLOWED BY ENTERTAINMENT BY TOMMY RULL SINGING YOUR HOLIDAY FAVORITES.
TOMMY RULL’S PERFORMANCE IS MADE POSSIBLE BY A GRANT FROM THE HALIFAX CULTURAL COUNCIL WHICH IS SUPPORTED BY THE MASSACHUSETTS CULTURAL COUNCIL.
LUNCH IS $15 PER PERSON (TURKEY DINNER)
CATERED BY THE OLDE HITCHING POST RESTAURANT
CALL COA AT 781-293-7313 TO REGISTER
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Halifax Girl Scouts and Firefighters Annual Toy
and Food Drive
Saturday, December 4th
The Halifax Firefighters Association and Girl Scouts will team up with Santa and Mrs. Claus for its 23rd year, to collect new unwrapped toys and non-perishable food. Gift certificates are encouraged. All items collected are distributed through the two local Churches and kept in town helping families in need.
The drop off center is at the Town Barn 60 Hemlock Lane, behind Town Hall, on the day of the event. Please do not bring items to the Halifax Fire Station. We will also be parading through the neighborhoods on this day, collecting toys/food along the way. Items may be left curbside. If you are unavailable on Saturday or have any questions, please call Christine Markunas at 781-588 4886. If your street is not listed look for the street closest to yours for time the truck will be in the area. Due to some of the roads we are unable to make it down all the streets in town. Schedule is available here and the town website.
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Brockton Symphony Orchestra Letter from the Chair
"Welcome, Friends and Members of the Community,
I am happy to announce that the Brockton Symphony is back! We are gearing up for a sensational season of live symphonic and chamber music concerts!
We are excited to begin our 2021-2022 season with two FREE chamber concerts in November and for the December holiday, along with our perennial Chamber Concert in January, and two full symphonic concerts in March and April.
As we begin anew after our long hiatus, we honor the memory of James M. Orent and his truly memorable 14 years with the Symphony. ( Read more)
We are currently searching for a new Music Director for the BrSO. Finalists will conduct concerts this spring and during next season.
I’m thrilled to introduce you to the newest member of our BrSO family, our Marketing and Fundraising Manager, Aimee Toner. Read Aimee's welcome message to you!"
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Rain, snow, thaw, mud…these boots will handle everything this time of year may throw at you.
Make sure you're prepared for the winter!
1000 Plymouth St (Rt 104) • Bridgewater • (508) 697-0357
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Learn Basic Computer Skills at the Library
Mondays & Tuesdays
2 - 3 p
By appointment: stop by or call 781-293-2271
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Annual Silent Auction
Bidding will open on November 29th.
Members of the Friends, Library Staff, the Board of Trustees and library patrons will again be generously donating many fabulous items for the 12th annual silent auction.
Items will be on display at the library at that
time. 100% of money raised will fund future library
programs and events.
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Footloose, The Musical!
An amazing group of kids from the Silver Lake Performing Arts Association performing and running this high energy production.
Save the performance dates of December 2 - 5.
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Check out the Silver Lake girls soccer team take on Danvers in the Division 2 state girls soccer quarterfinal matchup! Nov 13, 2021
Video courtesy of Laker TV
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Plow Truck Drivers Needed
We are currently looking for experienced plow truck drivers for the upcoming winter season. Ability to work long-hours in emergency snow events. Increased rates - differ according to truck and plow size, as well as a signing bonus. Please stop into the Highway Barn at 60 Hemlock Lane for an informational packet/application or click here for the info.. Call (781) 293-1760 or e-mail Karyn.Thompson@halifax-ma.org with any questions. |
Message from Halifax Elementary PTO
Calling all Santa’s helpers! 🎅🏼
The HES PTO is putting on their annual holiday event for the families and students of HES and we need your help.
We are in need of items to sell for the kids shopping table along with wrapping paper, gift bags, bows, gift tags and tape. 🎁
If you could please look to see if you have items to donate, leftover wrapping paper, gift bags and gift tags from last year, items from the dollar tree or dollar bins at target are always good. All donations are appreciated. 🎄
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Shop Local. Help People.
South Shore Bargaineer is a charity thrift store that brings people together for good. “Thrift Shopping with Purpose”.
As you shop, you are
- helping the environment
- buying local
- helping the targets of our fundraising
Check out our recent blog,
(774) 225-2768
1000 Main St, Unit 107, Hanson
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United Way of Greater Plymouth County Blood Drive
Thurs, Dec 16th
9a - 2p
Lakeside Villa
550 Monponsett St #58
Or call 1- 800 - REDCROSS
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The Power of Kindness
Passages from Kylee Eagles, DO
"To bring more kindness into your life, I advise you to slow down and start noticing the world around you. You will start to notice opportunities to perform acts of kindness. No act is too small. However, the more kindness you spread, the larger impact your will have on your health and others. A patient of mine told me a beautiful story of how she had given extra boots, hats and mittens to neighbors after noticing them playing in the snow without any winter gear. Over the years, she gave what she could. Fifteen years later, one of the kids knocked on her door to thank her. My patient was pleasantly surprised to realize how much her act of kindness mattered.
Increasing how many kind acts you perform daily is like developing a good habit. The more you practice being kind, the easier it will be to be kind. You can grow your kindness muscles. Be patient with yourself as you make this positive change."
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Find YOUR Bliss with
BLISS THROUGH YOGA!
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NEW In Person classes at
The She Shed, Saturdays, 9 am!
Svaroopa yoga excels at releasing the deep tension in your body. While the benefits of this style of yoga are profound, it is very easy to do. We use the alignment of the body, rather than a lot of effort, along with blankets for propping to make the poses accessible, supportive and effective.
516 N. Bedford St, East Bridgewater
(508) 331-3564
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PINCHES AND POUNDS
An old-fashioned candy store
with a TWIST
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From Holiday Novelties to Hostess Gifts!
Come shop our large selection of specialty candy.
Shop in store or online!
Come check us out!
Mon - Sat: 10 am til 8 pm
Sunday 11 am til 6 pm
Online orders!
(781) 447-2639
785 Bedford St, Rt 18, Whitman
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Halifax Board of Selectmen
November 23, 2021
Video courtesy of Area 58 Halifax
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Halifax Zoning Board of Appeals
November 1, 2021
Video courtesy of Area 58 Halifax
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered to win:
a free class at
Historical Tidbit Question:
Which Brockton store owner became known as America's first department store Santa?
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 December 1, 2021 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, Michelle Montella, Janice O'Brien, Jacquelyn Rose & Gregory Venezia |
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Kindness
Yes, Kindness
“Attitude is a choice. Happiness is a choice. Optimism is a choice. Kindness is a choice. Giving is a choice. Respect is a choice. Whatever choice you make makes you. Choose wisely.”
~ Roy T. Bennett, The Light in the Heart
“The lotus is the most beautiful flower, whose petals open one by one. But it will only grow in the mud. In order to grow and gain wisdom, first you must have the mud --- the obstacles of life and its suffering. ... The mud speaks of the common ground that humans share, no matter what our stations in life. ... Whether we have it all or we have nothing, we are all faced with the same obstacles: sadness, loss, illness, dying and death. If we are to strive as human beings to gain more wisdom, more kindness and more compassion, we must have the intention to grow as a lotus and open each petal one by one.”
~ Goldie Hawn
“Tenderness and kindness are not signs of weakness and despair, but manifestations of strength and resolution.” ~ Kahlil Gibran
“Do your little bit of good where you are; it's those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world.” ~ Desmond Tutu
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“Kindness in words creates confidence. Kindness in thinking creates profoundness. Kindness in giving creates love.”
~ Lao-Tzu
Here we are, we just need to be kind to each other, it's a good place to start on any day.
Enjoy your day. ~ Jacquie
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