BuzzAround Raynham

July 13, 2025



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Senator Dooner Visits Raynham Police

On Tuesday, July 8, Senator Kelly Dooner visited the Raynham police station to welcome Officer Tyler Pietrowicz to the team. At the station, Senator Dooner presented Officer Pietrowicz with a citation and had the opportunity to meet K9 Officer Bleky.

The purpose of a senator-issued citation is to recognize important events, organizations, and accomplishments. Thank you to Senator Dooner for acknowledging the hard work and dedication of Officer Pietrowicz and for visiting Raynham this past week. Good luck to Officer Pietrowicz, and welcome to the Raynham team!

Written by Isabella Fazio, BuzzAround Intern

Sources: Senator Kelly Dooner FB, Town of Raynham Police Dept FB, senatormikemoore.com

Historical Tidbit: Rev. Perez Fobes

Perez Fobes was born in Bridgewater, Massachusetts, on September 21, 1742. He was one of twelve children and showed an early disposition to piety and study, but suffered from poor health.

He taught school and graduated from Harvard in 1762. He was considered well-read and a successful orator. He was licensed to preach, and on November 19, 1766, was ordained as pastor of the Congregational Church in Raynham. Rev. Fobes was the second minister of Raynham and its most famous. Soon after he became minister, he started a school at home. 

It is said that the schools in Raynham during Fobes' ministry were of a higher order than in adjacent towns. He served in Raynham for the rest of his life.

Fobes was vice-president of Brown University in 1786 and was appointed president from June 1 to September 1, 1786, when President Manning was elected representative to Congress. Later in the year, he was named professor of natural philosophy, replacing Joseph Brown, who had died in 1785. On August 1, 1791, four days after the death of Manning, Fobes was requested by the Corporation to "attend the College from this time 'till Commencement to supervise the instruction of the Students & perform prayers." In 1792, he received his LL.D. (honorary law doctorate) from Brown University. Fobes allowed the College the use of his personal scientific equipment, and when he resigned in 1798, he left behind the instruments, of which the College paid him fifty dollars a year for the use.

In addition to publishing sermons, Fobes also wrote a history of Raynham in 1793. In 1796, he was placed in charge of Bristol Academy in Massachusetts, where he encouraged students to come to Brown University. Dr. Perez Fobes died on February 23, 1812, in Raynham, Massachusetts.

Info from:

The History of Raynham by Patrice White (1990)

www.brown.edu

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

Kayla Beane

you won

a $15 e-gift card to K9 Creations Dog Grooming, East Bridgewater

Bee sure to play our Historical Tidbit Trivia Game at the bottom of this newsletter.

Enter for this week's prize of

$25 gift certificate to Johnny Macaroni's Restaurant, East Bridgewater & Halifax

johnnymacaronis.com 

Summer Concerts!

Tue, Jul 15 - Tue, Aug 5

6:30-8p

Borden Colony Gazebo Phillips St

"Enjoy these summer nights at Raynham's very own FREE concert series. Take the family, meet your friends, have a picnic, bring a chair and some dancing shoes!!!!"

July 15th - 4EverFab - The Beatles nicely played. New England's PREMIER Beatles tribute band, 4EverFab, plays the music of The Beatles, from The Cavern Club to Abbey Road. The universal appeal of The Beatles spans generations and offers something for everyone on your guest list. Focusing on precise "like-the-record" lead vocals, tight three-part harmonies, and outstanding musicianship, 4EverFab provides a unique entertainment event for you and your guests. From "Love Me Do" all the way to the Abbey Road medley "Golden Slumbers/Carry That Weight/The End", we present the entire recorded history of The Beatles, just the way you remember it."

Repost: Raynham Parks and Recreation

Play 2 K

Thu, Jul 17

4-5:30p

Sun, Jul 27

10:30a-12p

Merrill Elementary School

The last two dates for the Merrill Elementary Playground Playdates are coming up this month! Help your child make new friends as they prepare to enter kindergarten this fall -- it will make the big transition that much easier!

Source: Raynham E.C.P.O. L.B. Merrill Elementary FB

Brockton Area Prevention Collaborative

Submit Photos for the 2025 Annual Overdose Vigil by Candlelight

The Collaborative's 2025 Annual Overdose Vigil by Candlelight will be held on Tuesday, August 26 at Massasoit Community College.

If you would like to submit a photograph of your loved one to be included in our memorial slideshow, please send to photo.vigil@gmail.com. All photos submitted from previous years will continue to be included. brbridginglives.org

Beer Can Presentation

Thu, Jul 17

6p

Raynham Public Library

The Beer Can Museum and Hall of Fame will be visiting the Raynham Library on July 17 at 6p to give a fun and informational presentation summarizing the history of the beer can. Come learn some fascinating history about one of America's favorite beverages!

Source: Beer Can Museum and Hall of Fame FB

Paint Collection 2025

Sat, Jul 19

By appointment only

In an effort to ensure the safe disposal of potentially hazardous material, the Town of Raynham is offering a Paint Collection day on Saturday, July 19. Call 508-824-2718 to make an appointment with the collection crew. Don't miss this opportunity to safely dispose of unwanted paint cans!

Source: Town of Raynham

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Free Ice Skating!

Thu, Jul 24

2:30-4:30p

1568 Broadway

FMC Ice Sports is hosting a series of free ice skating opportunities across 11 rinks in Massachusetts.

In place of an admission fee, FMC asks for donations of any dollar amount.

All donations collected will be gifted to the Jimmy Fund, a charity organization that helps the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute maintain quality patient care while contributing to cutting-edge scientific discovery.

Source: FMC Ice Sports

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Sock Hop Dance

Sat, Jul 26

6-10p

291 Mill St

"Get your tickets for a fun-filled night! Grab that poodle skirt from your closet and get ready to dance! Buffet dinner and live music. $25. Tickets must be purchased ahead of the event. Pick up yours at the Legion before they sell out! 291 Mill St, Raynham."

Repost: American Legion Post 405 FB

Parking Pass



Massachusetts Department of Conservation & Recreation

"Enjoy Massachusetts state parks for FREE with our 2025 DCR Park Pass, available now at the Raynham office!

✅ FREE for Raynham residents

⏰ Can be signed out for 24 hours

🪪 Just bring a copy of your license at sign out

📍 Valid at dozens of DCR parks across the state!

Swing by the office or give us a call at 508-824-2743 with any questions.

Don’t miss your chance to explore the outdoors this summer! ☀️🌲"

Repost: Raynham Park and Recreation FB

Climate Can-Do: Eat Local! The Advantages to Being a Locavore 

Better Quality Food - Local produce is usually picked within 24 hours of being sold. These are fresh foods, minimally processed and picked at peak ripeness. Key nutrients like potassium and magnesium, phosphorus, and vitamins C and A can be found at higher concentrations. Antioxidants and polyphenols found in fruits and vegetables are particularly beneficial for your heart, blood, brain, gastrointestinal/digestive, and vision health. A shorter supply chain means fewer steps from farm to plate. Produce ripens naturally, resulting in higher nutrients and better flavor.

Physical and Social Possibilities- Buying from farmers in your community brings increased physical and social opportunities, as well as learning about giving your body quality fuel for increased quality of life! Financially, local farmers support our communities and will be here to provide food should there be infrastructure damage if we buy from them now. 

Health - For safer consumption locally, it's easier to find food free from harmful pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers that are standard in conventional mega-farming practices. Small-scale farms usually don’t use chemicals or harmful packaging, as their foods don’t need to travel far. Growers are usually open to discussing their practices, so don’t hesitate to ask.

Price? - For bargain shoppers, the key to finding more affordable options is to buy products in season and support smaller farms. Farmer’s Markets are also often competitively priced. 

Check out Mass Farmers Market.org and (free) Edible Southeastern MA Magazine for ideas. Happy Eating : )

Written by J. Rose

Congratulations to Lori Cullen of the Bridgewater/Raynham School District!

"Today, (June 26), I was happy to welcome Lori Cullen and her family to the State House. Today was the 22nd Annual Commonwealth Heroines of Massachusetts celebration. Lori was nominated for the Commonwealth Heroine award from our district. Lori is a dedicated middle school teacher in the Bridgewater/Raynham School District. She is a computer science educator. Her awards and accolades in her profession go far outside the classroom. This is why I was proud to nominate her. However, she is one of the many educators who have been cut from the school district. She told me she loves to teach in the Bridgewater/Raynham school district and hopes that she gets called back. She has a beautiful family, and I was happy to show them all around the State House today."

Repost: State Representative Dennis C. Gallagher on FB

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