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West Bridgewater BuzzAround
June 1, 2025
~ Building Community One Positive Story at a Time.
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2025 WB Memorial Day Service
Invocation from Pastor John Reio of the New England Baptist Church
And including remarks from Michael Perez, a West Bridgewater Selectman. "Here in West Bridgewater Water we are proud of our deep-rooted history and the contributions of our local veterans.
Each name read on the honor roll is a name honored in our town's stories and represents not just a life loss but a legacy of service that shaped the character of our community and our country."
Written by J. Rose
Thank you to West Bridgewater Community Access for full coverage.
| | Historical Tidbit: John Cary | |
John Cary was born in December, 1610 near Bristol, Somersetshire, England. He was the first Cary to come to America, joining the Plymouth colony in 1634. John is said to have been the first Latin School teacher in the Plymouth Colony. In 1639 he settled in Duxbury, where he had a farm, but was one of the first to move from Duxbury to Bridgewater. He married Elizabeth Godfrey in June, 1644 and had 12 children, six boys and six girls. His house was a quarter of a mile east of the meeting house in West Bridgewater.
John was one of the proprietors of Bridgewater and one of the first settlers when the town was incorporated in 1656. He was the Constable of Bridgewater (1656), the 1st Town Clerk of Bridgewater (1657-1681) and was also a Selectman (1667-1679). John Cary was among the most respectable of the first settlers and his family one of the most influential in the town. He died on October 31, 1681, in Bridgewater, Plymouth Colony.
Monument to John Cary erected on/near his homestead in West Bridgewater, in 1905 by a group of his descendants.
Photo: July 1998 by Lisa Carey
www.ancestry.com
www.geni.com/people
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Town Hall
508-894-1200
WestBridgewaterMa.org
WB Public Library
508-894-1255
westbpl.org
Council on Aging
508-894-1262
COA
Food Pantry
Proof of residency is the only requirement.
1st & 3rd Wednesday each month
1:45 - 3p & 5:30 - 6p
457 rear, South Main St., Suite #1
508-510-5274 westbridgewaterfoodpantry@gmail.com
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Congratulations!
Lisa Rue
you won a
a $25 gift certificate to
Sarcastic Swine BBQ in Abington
Bee sure to play our Historical Tidbit Trivia Game at the bottom of this newsletter.
Enter for this week's prize of
a free month of training and a free uniform from Unity Martial Arts, Raynham
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June Book Club Pick
Join West Bridgewater Public Library’s for a thrilling month of reading. The June pick is And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie. You can pick up your copy at the front desk. Check it out and come share your thoughts. Happy reading!
Source: West Bridgewater Public Library
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Friends of the Library Meeting
Thu, Jun 5
4-5p
West Bridgewater Public Library
Come join the Friends of the Library on Thu, Jun 5, at their monthly meeting. This group of volunteers helps to support the library and all the programs it has to offer to the community. If you're interested in joining or just want to learn more, consider coming down!
Source: West Bridgewater Public Library
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Bridging the Bridgewaters Land & Water Trail
Working Group
The next Old State Farm Trail and Tri-town Bridging the Bridgewaters Stewards meeting
Mon June 9, 2025
5-6p at BSU, Science Building, room 285
"The collaboration that formed during the Old State Farm Trail project has evolved into the tri-town land & water trails, Bridging the Bridgewaters Stewards group. Bridging the Bridgewaters (BTBS) embraces the three Bridgewater communities' open space planning and promotes appropriate management and protection of common resource values: Agriculture, Ecology, Biodiversity, Forestry, Fisheries, History, and Recreation. We encourage user-friendly access to recreation trails for hiking, biking, and paddling, as Outdoor Classrooms, and as an economic enhancement.
We also encourage the public to become familiar with the AMC/Bay Circuit Trail and the work of the National Park Service's Wild & Scenic Taunton River Stewardship Council (tauntonriver.org). Our tri-town Bridging the Bridgewaters blue-green trail network connects the AMC / BCT from Plum Island on the North Shore to the Wild & Scenic Taunton River Trail and Fall River on the South Coast!"
This one-hour meeting will be an update regarding ongoing land & water trail projects in the 3 Bridgewater towns, and also a sharing
of goals for related summer projects. All are welcome to attend; for more information, please contact Kitty Doherty at 508-697-2358.
NRTB and the BSU Geography Department host these meetings.
Reposted from the BTBS press release
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West Bridgewater PTO Needs Field Day Volunteers
Tue, Jun 10
8:30a
The West Bridgewater PTO is looking for volunteers for an upcoming field day! The Rose L. MacDonald School will be having their field day on Tues, Jun 10! They are seeking two volunteers for each classroom. All volunteers must have an updated CORI. If interested, visit West Bridgewater PTO FB to sign up!
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Youth Football Camp Registration
Registration is now open for West Bridgewater Youth Football Camp! The camp will be at West Bridgewater High School and run from Mon, July 28 through Thur, July 31, 6p-8p every day.
This camp is meant for young football players in grades 5-8. Make sure to bring your helmet, mouthpiece, and shoulder pads as this is a moderate contact camp! Cost is $125 per player.
To sign up visit West Bridgewater Youth Football Association FB!
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Pick up our famous dishes to enjoy at home with your family and friends or order full lunch and dinner meals for a party, special occasion or business event.
Place your order online or call your nearest Johnny Macaroni’s location!
eat well * laugh often * love much
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West Bridgewater Summer Concert Series
Every Tue from Jun 17-Aug 5
6-7:30p
Town Hall Gazebo
The West Bridgewater Lions Club is proud to present this year's Summer Concert Series! This summer-long event will kick off on Tue Jun 17, at the Town Hall Gazebo with a performance by the Anna Daley Young Band. Concerts will be held every Tuesday until Aug 5. This summer series will also have two Children's Fun Nights at Friendship Park! Come enjoy a weekly outing with music and food!
Source: West Bridgewater Cultural Council
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Veterans Appreciation Luncheon
Sat, Jun 14
1-4p
Samoset Rod and Gun Club, West Bridgewater
The Samoset Rod and Gun Club will be hosting a veteran’s appreciation luncheon on Jun 14! This event is free for veterans plus one guest. A BBQ lunch will be served. Please RSVP by Jun 7. To sign up call Samoset Rod and Gun Club at 508-584-2385!
Source: VFW Post 2125 FB
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Weekly Wednesday Walks
Every Wed
8:30a
West Bridgewater Middle/High School Track
Start your Wednesdays with a energizing walk with the West Bridgewater Council on Aging! This free weekly event is a great way to get out, socialize, and exercise. No sign up needed just show up and get walking!
Source: Town of West Bridgewater
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WB Board of Selectmen Meeting
May 21, 2025
Video Courtesy of West Bridgewater Community Access Media
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Climate Can-Do: Simple Kitchen Swaps
We use plastic every day, most of the time without thinking about it. But scientists have discovered tiny, toxic pollutants called microplastics all around the world. From Antarctica to the oceans, and even our own tap water. These tiny particles are a result of excessive plastic consumption and pollution. Here are simple switches we can make in our daily lives to decrease our contact with these toxic microplastics– and it all starts in the kitchen.
- Switch to bamboo or wood cutting boards. The plastic cutting boards we use to cut up our fruits and vegetables can scratch off tiny bits of plastic that stick to our food and are then consumed. Wood or bamboo is a better alternative and can even keep your knives sharper for longer!
- Use glass food storage containers. The plastic food containers we use to store leftovers get a lot of wear and tear. Over time this erosion can cause an increased amount of microplastics in our food. Alternatives like glass or pyrex are more long lasting and microplastic free!
- Don’t put plastic in the dishwasher. Even though we can make some switches, it’s unrealistic to get rid of all the plastic in our houses. However, the plastic we have left, like bottles or containers, can be washed by hand. The high temperatures of the dishwasher degrade the plastic over time.
Glass, pyrex, wood, bamboo are all great alternatives, but it’s nearly impossible to avoid plastic–and that’s ok. Making these simple switches can help not only protect you, but the world around you, too! There is still a lot of research being done and much to learn about microplastic effects. Scientists suggest a balanced diet, exercise, and plenty of sleep are always a surefire way of having a healthy lifestyle.
Written by Meghan Boucher, Emerson College BuzzAround Intern
Source: United States Environmental Protection Agency
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(*Subject to availability.) One winner will be drawn.
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Sign up for West Bridgewater Athletics Boosters Annual Golf Classic
Mon, Jun 23
7a
West Bridgewater Country Club
The West Bridgewater Athletics Boosters will be hosting their annual Golf Classic on Mon, Jun 23. These fundraisers help support the aspiring athletes across your community. Make sure to sign up and show your support! To register, visit wbathleticboosters.square.site!
Source: WB Athletic Boosters FB
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The Coffey Legacy (documentary)
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West Bridgewater Student Made Documentary
"This is the journey of a family business dance studio in East Bridgewater. The dance studio has been passed down from Paula Coffey to her granddaughter Kirsten. Changing the lives of many generations, the studio may have changed over time, but it will always hold the same values.
This documentary was produced by Rachael Schaffert, a senior at West Bridgewater Middle-Senior High School as part of the Video 4: Documentary Filmmaking class."
Video Courtesy of wbtvpro YouTube
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered to win:
a free month of training and a free uniform from Unity Martial Arts, Raynham
Historical Tidbit Question:
How long did John Cary serve as 1st Town Clerk of Bridgewater?
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 June 4, 2025, before 2p, we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.
| The Buzz Around is brought to you this week by: Meghan Boucher, Jamie Puhi, Jacquelyn Rose & Greg Venezia | | | |
Planting A Seed
“Keep planting new seeds until your mind becomes the earth that gives birth to new worlds.”
~ Curtis Tyrone Jones
“Every leaf that grows will tell you: what you sow will bear fruit, so if you have any sense my friend, don’t plant anything but Love.” ~ Rumi
“Don’t judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds you plant.”
~ Robert Louis Stevenson
"For a seed to achieve its greatest expression, it must come completely undone. The shell cracks, its insides come out and everything changes. To someone who doesn’t understand growth, it would look like complete destruction.”
~ Cynthia Occelli
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These little seeds we leave behind are our hopes for the future. What will your seed grow into?
~ Jacquie
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