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Raynham BuzzAround
August 23, 2026
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Young Scutelliphilist Adds Two of Raynham's Finest Patches To Collection
On Monday, August 17, the Raynham Police Department gave two patches to a young collector by the name of Benny. This further bolsters his already impressive assortment of Massachusetts police memorabilia. Raynham Police said "we are always happy to meet our young visitors, and we're thrilled to add another patch to your collection."
Written by: Gabriel Michael Alexander, Bridgewater State University, BuzzAround Intern
Photo & Story Source: Town of Raynham Police Dept's FB
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"On March 21, 1931, the town meeting voted to have a committee bring in plans and specifications for a four-room school for south Raynham to replace the large wood-framed school. On April 25, 1931, it was voted to construct the building at a cost of $29,000. There are now six classrooms. One unique factor in the
construction of South School was that one section of the main floor was movable and could be raised or lowered, similar to the stage at Radio City Music Hall in New York. However, the floor has been stationed and secured at one level for many years. Miss J. B. Goodick, long-time South School principal, was an example of the finest teachers of her time."
From:
The History of Raynham, Patrice White
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Congratulations
Kimberly Bothwell
you won Dermaplaning- Remove facial dead skin and fine hair to reduce hyperkeratosis, uneven pigmentation and fine lines at Salon Esprit, East Bridgewater. (Value $60)
Bee sure to play our Historical Tidbit Trivia Game at the bottom of this newsletter.
Enter for this week's prize of
a $15 gift certificate to
Sarcastic Swine BBQ in Abington
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Open Rehearsals For The Southeastern Massachusetts Festival Chorus's Christmas Collection
Mon Aug 24 & 31
7:00p-9:00p
First Congregational (Stone) Church, 785 South Main St.
SMFC invites new singers to join by attending their open rehearsals. A brief, informal audition will take place following with a musical excerpt drawn from the repertoire rehearsed. SMFC are accepting new members in their tenor and bass sections only.
Source: Southeastern Massachusetts Festival Chorus
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LaLiberte School Tour
Tues, Aug 25
5:30p-6:30p
LaLiberte Elementary School, 777 Pleasant St.
Students will have an opportunity to tour the school and see their new classroom for the fall. Classroom teachers will not be here as they are still on summer break.
Source: LaLiberte Parent Organization's FB
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Bridgewater Raynham Regional High School New Student Orientation
Thur, Aug 27
5:00p - 7:30p
Bridgewater Raynham Regional High School
415 Center Street, Bridgewater
The BRRHS will be hosting a new student orientation before the 26'-27' school year! The event will include a tour of the building, information about courses, clubs, athletic programs, music programs, and other opportunities!
Source: Bridgewater Raynham Regional High School
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Unity Martial Arts:
Empowerment Begins With Preparation
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Train today so you're prepared for tomorrow!
6 weeks for $69
Includes uniform for first 20 registrations.
Just for the summer!
Expires August 31, 2026
1470 New State Hwy suite 25, Raynham
unitymartialarts.org | (508) 828-9797
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Dixie Diehards | Stone Church Summer Concerts 2026
Video Courtesy of The Raynham Channel
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GWFC Greater Taunton Woman's Club Meat-On-A-Stick Fundraiser
Sunday, Aug 30
3:00p-7:00p
PACC, 175 School St., Taunton
This family event includes salads, rolls, homemade desserts, and your choice of chicken, pork, or beef. There will also be music and raffles. Chicken and pork costs $20, beef costs $25. Tickets can be purchased from club members or by contacting club president Nancy Martin at MRMartin947@aol.com. Bring your own onions, peppers, tomatoes, etc.
Source: Greater Taunton Woman's Club
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Taunton Watershed 2027 Tide Calendar Photo Contest
Now - September 2, 2026
The Taunton River Watershed Alliance is sponsoring a digital photography contest for its 2027 Tide Calendar and is accepting electronic submissions from adult and teen, amateur and professional photographers alike.
We are looking for photographs of wildlife, scenery, agriculture, evidence of the area’s historic and archeological heritage, and people enjoying the watershed.
We are especially interested in seasonal images. Higher resolution images taken with your phone camera (instead of a social media app) and with the phone turned sideways (a landscape orientation) work the best with our printing format.
Photographs must be the sole property of the submitting party, and they must have been taken within the last five years WITHIN THE TAUNTON RIVER WATERSHED.
The submission deadline is September 2, 2026.
For more information and submission guidelines, please call the TRWA office at 508-828-1101 or visit our website at www.savethetaunton.org.
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*Your Mom's Favorite Village Bookstore *
*43 Years in Business*
*Gently Used & New Books*
Check out our website for free in-store gatherings & activities!
575 South St. West
Raynham, MA 508-823-9696
www.anniesbookstop02767.com
Annie’s BookStop FB
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Raynham Recap: July 2026
Council on Aging
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Teens: Design A Mascot For T.A.G.
Tue, Sep 8
6:30p
Raynham Public Library
TAG: Teen Advisory Group is back from the summer. Get to know each other with some icebreakers and design the group's mascot. This event is for teens in Grades 7-12.
Source: Raynham Public Library
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Raynham Lions 3rd Annual Touch-A-Truck
Sat, Sep 12;
Rain Date Sat, Sep 19
11:00a-3:00p
Raynham Lions Club, 2234 King Philip St.
Climb aboard and explore a variety of trucks and emergency vehicles. There will also be free face painting, a free bounce house, and burgers, hot dogs, chips, soda, water, and juice available for purchase. Admission is free.
Source: Raynham Lion's Club FB
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Raynham 8U Summer Baseball All-Stars Win 20th Annual SFC Jared C. Monti Memorial 8U Baseball Tournament
On Tuesday, August 4, Raynham's 8U baseball team defeated Norfolk 4-3 to become champions of the 20th Annual SFC Jared C. Monti Memorial 8U Baseball Tournament. This marks the first time since 2008 that Raynham has won the tournament, which honors the life and legacy of SFC Jared C. Monti. Congratulations from BuzzAround to all those involved!
Written by: Gabriel Michael Alexander, Bridgewater State University, BuzzAround Intern
Source: Raynham Youth Baseball and Softball's FB
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Have fun with us and bee entered to win:
a $15 gift certificate to
Sarcastic Swine BBQ in Abington
Historical Tidbit Question:
How much did the First South School cost to construct?
Email us your answer at: Prizes@buzzaround.info
Please include your name and phone number with your answer.
Prize Box Rules
By entering, you give us permission to print your name in next week's Buzz Around.
On August 26, 2026, before 2p, we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.
| The Buzz Around is brought to you this week by: Gabriel Michael Alexander, Jennifer Bellody, Connor Gerraughty, Jacquelyn Rose, Caitlin Shea, & Greg Venezia | | | |
Living Your Best Life
“There is no greater gift you can give or receive than to honor your calling. It’s why you were born. And how you become most truly alive.” ~ Oprah Winfrey
“We can’t save the world by playing by the rules, because the rules have to be changed.” ~ Greta Thunberg
“Only those who dare to fail greatly can ever achieve greatly.” ~ Robert F. Kennedy
“You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.” ~ Joe Lewis
“The purpose of life, after all, is to live it, to taste experience to the utmost, to reach out eagerly and without fear for newer and richer experience.” ~ Eleanor Roosevelt
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I used to think journaling was a waste: "Why spend this glorious day pondering? "
But then I remember other days wasted; unhappy, without purpose, money or thinking I had no options. Days I felt unloved, face in my pillow, crying in frustration. Now I know, journaling is much better.
On days I journal, I feel those emotions, journal them, see and understand them. Then are able to re-frame the narrative if necessary, creating a growth moment.
I wish you all a fabulous week. Loving yourself, giving yourself the time you need, and living your best life. ~ Jacquie
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