Thursday, June 15th, the Raynham Middle School Parent's Organization honored Mrs. Proule and Ms. O'Connor, two beloved teachers who are retiring from RMS. They have both been part of the RMS family for over 20 years. Thank you for all you have done for our school and community, and we hope retirement treats you well!

Story by: Meghan Lotti, BuzzAround Writing Intern, Bridgewater State University

Source and photos: RMSPO FB Group

Thursday, June 29th

For more information visit Raynham Public Library Events Website

Is your child interested in learning the game of tennis or improving their skills? The Raynham Parks and Recreation Department is running two tennis programs this summer! Ages 5-10 will be playing on Mondays from 5 - 6p, and ages 11-16 will play on Mondays from 4 - 5p. Participants must bring sneakers and a youth-sized racket. The program costs $120.

For more information or to register visit Raynham Tennis Programs

The musical band 4EverFab is having a series of concerts in Massachusetts, including Raynham! They will be playing Beatles hits!

For more information visit 4EverFab Concert FB

The Colonial Road Runners will be hosting a 3.25 mile run every Monday night this summer! Anyone is welcome to join, and it is only $2 per runner! The next two runs will be June 26th and July 3rd.

For more information visit CRR Fun Run FB

The COA is holding their monthly breakfast on June 28th this month. The menu consists of pancakes, eggs, bacon, potatoes, fruit, and coffee. The meal is $3 per person. All are welcome! Please sign up by June 26th.

For more information check out the June COA Newsletter

Stone Church just announced their summer concerts lineup! Each concert will be at 7p on Wednesdays, starting July 12 throughout the summer and are are free to anyone who would like to come listen!

July 12: the first show is with the Roy Scott Big Band for some swing & jazz

For more information visit Stone Church FB

Video Courtesy of The Raynham Channel

Video Courtesy of The Raynham Channel

Summer is finally here! Warmer weather, more time outside, and an increase in physical activity…all of which lead to us being thirstier. Drinking enough water throughout the day is always important – our bodies are 50% to 70% water (Mayo Clinic) – and with the hot weather in the coming months, it is especially crucial to avoid dehydration. However, our hydration doesn’t need to come at the expense of our environment. According to Ban the Bottle, Americans throw away 35 billion plastic bottles every year. Additionally, only 5% of our plastics (Greenpeace) get recycled; the rest end up in trash heaps, or are litter and many end up in the ocean.

Refillable water bottles make a real difference close to home; in our drinking water; in our rivers; and right down to the ocean. By switching to refillables instead of buying single-use bottles, you are: cutting down on oil usage needed to manufacture the plastic water bottles; decreasing CO2 put out into the atmosphere through production; reducing landfill waste (University of Colorado Boulder); and decreasing the likelihood of nanoplastics in our tap. You’re also saving money and time by not buying a plastic water bottle every time you’re out and about -$1.25 may not seem like much, but it definitely adds up! If tap water isn’t for you, a filtered water dispenser and a reusable water bottle will soon pay for themselves as you consider the cost of bottled water. Most importantly: Refillable water bottles can decrease pollution in our oceans – the same ones we love to swim in over the summer. It’s an important Climate Can Do to reduce personal plastic waste; opt for refillable bottles instead of single-use plastic ones so we and our environment can flourish!

Next Up Academy is offering a baseball clinic for ages 5-12 in Raynham! The director of the program is Stephen Perakslis, who was the 2009 MIAA Baseball Player of the Year at Abington High School, played D1 College Baseball at UMaine-Orono, was a 2012 Chicago Cubs draft pick, and is currently the pitching director and coach at South Shore Patriots. Stephen will give participants batting lessons, pitching and catching instructions, base running and speed testing, and will test your fastball with a radar gun for speed. Games will also be played daily. The week-long program is $175 per player. If you register by July 15th you will be entered in a raffle to win 2 Red Sox tickets!

For more information or to register visit Raynham Parks and Recreation FB

Video Courtesy of The Raynham Channel

The Children's Museum of Easton is bringing a variety of fun and engaging hands-on STEAM activities to the Public Library! This event is for children ages 5-10. Thank you to the Raynham Cultural Council for providing a grant to make events such as these possible.

For more information and to register visit Raynham Public Library Events Website

1st Grade Step Up Day

For more information and photos visit Raynham E.C.P.O. L.B. Merrill Elementary FB

On Sunday, June 11th, the Raynham Fire Department held a ceremony to reflect and honor past members of the department, as well as recognize those of current service. Speeches were given by board members, including the Chair of the Board, Pat Riley. All three board members were able to attend.

During this event, Scott Pillsbury and Mark Menconi received their 20 years of service pins, while Lt. Brad Carr received his 30 years of service pin. New firefighters Justin Bernoskevich, Jerry Paul, and new Call Firefighter Tom Kelleher were honored as well for beginning their service for the department. The department also honored and thanked their special guest Billy Smith, who always goes above and beyond for the Fire Department. 

Thank you to the Raynham Fire Department for your service and all you do for our community!

Story by Meghan Lotti, BuzzAround Writing Intern, Bridgewater State University

Source and photos: Raynham Fire Department FB

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