Raynham

October 27, 2024



~ Building Community One Positive Story at a Time.

Raynham American Legion Post 405 Leads Relief Effort for Hurricane Helene Aid

Commander Kirsten Davis posted about her experience: "We left Monday for the trip to North Carolina to deliver supplies to the people in Asheville, North Carolina. Our van was packed with relief supplies. My favorite, the comforter that said “with love from Massachusetts”. After a 14 hour drive we arrived at Post 70. We met Commander Jesse, and past Commanders Bob and Dave. There were tears and lots of hugs! They are so grateful to all those that donated. I’ve posted a few pictures of the destruction, but it does not even show how horrific things are there. Total devastation. It was a surreal experience for us."

Despite logistical challenges, the mission was successful. Davis emphasized the critical role the community played in making the relief effort possible, expressing deep appreciation for the donations. “Again, thank you to our community who stepped up to help out these people. Every item will go to make someone’s life a little easier at the worst possible time.” Davis said, reflecting on the impact of the contributions.

Source & Photo Credit: ALP 405 FB

Written by Paris Hugley BuzzAround Intern, Boston University

Historical Tidbit:

Railroad Station, North Raynham



In the 1840s, the railroad ran through Raynham for the first time. The railroad tracks were located in North Raynham and the lines ran from Boston to New Bedford. The advent of the railroad helped the growth of the town. The New Haven, New York, and Hartford Railroad company and this was known as the "Old Colony Division."

SAILS Library Network Historical Collection

Share our You've Got to Vote! Video with your friends& family!

Recently, 30 children from Brockton’s Rose Conservatory under the direction of Greg Fernandes joined award winning songwriter Joe Jencks on his song You’ve Got to Vote at Brockton Public Library, performing and recording this rousing call to action.

For more information:

buzzaround.org/youve-got-to-vote

TOWN HALL

Town Clerk

508-824-2700

Treasurer/Collector 

508-824-2702

Assessors    508-824-2704

Selectmen        508-824-2707

Building Dept.       508-824-2708

Board of Health      508-824-2766

Planning         508-824-2745

Veterans Service Officer 508-828-4527

Town of Raynham

Public Library

508-823-1344

RaynhamPublicLibrary.org

Council on Aging

508-824-2740

COA

Food Pantry

Raynham Food Basket

2nd and 4th Thursday of the month

9 - 11a

494 Church St, Raynham

774-406-5612

Congratulations!

Danielle Young

won

 a 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

1 hour Living in the Gift coaching from GleeWorks

Learn mind-body spirit practices with Marcy Venezia building a foundation for healing. ($80 value.) GleeWorks.net

Early Voting Information

In-person early voting will take place in the Donald L. McKinnon Meeting Room, Town Hall, 558 South Main St, now until Nov 1. The schedule for early voting

Monday Oct 28 - Thurs. Oct 31 8:30a- 4:30p

Additional hours Tue Oct 29 6-8p

Fri Nov 1 8:30a - noon.

For information reguarding the  Nov 5, 2024 election, contact Town of Raynham - Town Clerk.

Check voting status, SEC of MA.

Beginner

Crochet Session

Thu, Nov 7

6:45-7:45p

Raynham Public Library

Sign up for a cozy crochet workshop that's perfect for beginners and any one looking to refresh their skills. You'll be guided you through the basics, from starting with a slipknot to mastering chain stitch, single crochet, and double crochet. Bring your questions and any current projects you’d like help with, and enjoy a hands-on learning experience in small groups to ensure plenty of one-on-one

guidance! Register here on raynhamlibrary.com

"A Modern Marie Antoinette Heads to BSU!"

Bridgewater State University’s Department of Theater presents Marie Antoinette, a semi-biographical play about France’s celebrity queen. Performances are held in the Rondileau Student Union Auditorium at 19 Park Ave in Bridgewater, October 25-27 & 31- November 2, with advance tickets available now at www.BSUtix.com!

Marie Antoinette is a contemporary look at France’s ‘butterfly queen.’ Mostly following her life through her final days, we see Marie as a constructed confection exalted but untimely villainized and devoured by a society worshiping and envying celebrity. The play takes liberties with Marie’s life, but serves plenty of cake to its audience with flights of fancy intertwined with the absurdities, indulgences, and indignities of the French court amid revolution.

This production is under the guidance of director Sarah Elizabeth Bedard, a BSU professor of theater. The production team includes lighting design by Raynham's own Emmett H. Buhmann.

For more information contact Professor Matt Greene at matthew.greene@bridgew.edu, Office Phone 508-531-6122, or Box Office 508-531-1321, and learn more about the Arts at BSU at http://arts.bridgew.edu/.

Story & Photo Credit: BSU Press Release & Matt Greene

Board of Selectmen 10/22/2024

Video Courtesy of The Raynham Channel

Planning Board 10/17/2024

Video Courtesy of The Raynham Channel

Board of Appeals 10/09/2024

Video Courtesy of The Raynham Channel

The Taunton River Watershed Alliance Annual Meeting

Sat, Nov 2

4p-6p

135 Center St. Dighton,

Bristol County Agricultural High School

The TRWA meeting will begin as a General Business Meeting then will turn to a presentation by the Great Canoe Loop Team. The team will share their 1,800-mile journey around the Northeast, re-telling their significant paddle through ancient waterways, including the Taunton River. The event will take place in the Student Commons Building, which is fully accessible, with parking available behind the building.

For more info: TRWA website

Photo Credit: Freddie Wilkinson

Football Meat Raffle Fundraiser!

Sat Nov 16

7-10p

Raynham American Legion Club 

The Bridgewater Raynham Football will be hosting a Meat Raffle to raise money for the program. Tickets are $15 for each individual or $25 for two. Tickets must be purchased in advance. The entry fee will go towards 3 tickets in a door prize raffle basket. 



To register, fill out the BR Trojans Meat Raffle Fundraiser Google Form

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.

Raynham PD & The Pink Patch Project

The Raynham Police are pleased to once again participate in the national Pink Patch Project initiative this October. The Pink Patch Project is a national collaborative public awareness campaign with over 756 agencies nationwide participating. The goal is to increase education about the importance of early detection and prevention in the fight against breast cancer while supporting research to combat the disease.

The Raynham Police Department is partnered with The Pink Patch Project and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute to raise awareness. The department is selling a pink version of our department's shoulder patch to support this initiative. Officers will also be wearing a pink patch and insignia to help increase public awareness to help stomp out cancer.

Picture from 2018 Pink Patch Project courtesy of RPD Website

Patches are being sold for $10 and can be purchased in person at the Raynham Police Department, via USPS mail, or online. For more information on purchase methods and guidelines, visit the Raynham PD Official Website.

Source & Photo Credit: RPD FB

THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN FOR THE TOWN OF RAYNHAM INVITES

THE RESIDENTS OF RAYNHAM TO ATTEND THE:

FALL SPECIAL TOWN MEETING

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2023 - 7:00 PM

AT THE RAYNHAM MIDDLE SCHOOL

Link to the Warrant of articles to be voted on www.town.raynham.ma.us/PDF

Fire Week at Merrill Elementary!

This week, Raynham Fire Department visited Merrill Elementary School for Fire Prevention Week! Firemen spoke to the children about emergency preparedness, how to be safe around fires, and exactly what it means to be a firefighter. The assembly was a great lesson for the students, and the kids had a blast learning about fire safety.

In the days following the presentation, the Merrill Elementary Early Childhood Parents Organization (ECPO) and the Laliberte Parents Organization (LPO) gave back to the first responders of Raynham to show their appreciation. Together, they provided RFD and RPD with amazing homemade entrees, desserts, snack boxes, and favors as a thank you. This act of kindness reflects not only the gratitude of the parents of ECPO and LPO, but the greater impact of Raynham's first responders. Thank you, everyone, for supporting our kids and keeping Raynham safe!

Source & Photo Credit: Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District FB & Merrill Elementary FB

Story written by Sara MacKinnon, BuzzAround Intern, Providence College

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