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BuzzAround Whitman
December 1, 2024
~ Building Community One Positive Story at a Time.
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The Friends of Whitman Public Library held a Friends' Book & Bake Sale!
"THANK YOU to our wonderful volunteers and community members for supporting the Friends’ Book and Bake Sale! With your help, we raised almost $1300 for Library programs! A special thank you to:
- everyone who donated books and/or baked goods
- the volunteers who helped set up and take down
- everyone who sorted books and helped on sales days
- everyone who shopped the sale
- Peg Johnson for creating and donating beautiful bookmarks
- the Whitman Library Knitting Group for their beautiful items
- Boy Scout Troop 59 for all their help
We are grateful for your support!" Reposted: The Friends of Whitman Public Library FB
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First Department Store Santa
With the holidays fast approaching there is no escaping the coveted Christmas music singing loudly over speakers, and the store's shelves stocked miles deep with all kinds of festivities to celebrate the season in whatever way you please. But there's one special holiday tradition that holds it's roots right in our own backyard.
In December of 1890, James Edgar of Brockton, Massachusetts became America's first ever department store Santa Claus. Edgar was a showman who liked to dress up and walk the isles of his Department Store in Downtown Brockton. In 1890 Edgar had his tailor make a special Santa costume to hang beside his George Washington, Clown, and Scottish Highlander outfits. For Christmas that year he made appearances, making childhood dreams come true.
Children ( with parents in tow) took the train to Brockton for the chance to meet Santa at Edgar's Department Store in Brockton from all over Boston, Providence, and New York. Many who had the chance to meet Edgar as Santa still look fondly back at these memories, describing the magic he created for them.
In the years that followed, department store Santas became a staple for the holiday season. While others may claim to have had a department store Santa before 1890, Santa historians still name our very own James Edgar as the first with a known identity, and the first to inspire more, making his appearances all the more special.
Written by: J. Rose
Sources:
New England Historical Society
newengland.com
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Town Hall
781-618-9700
whitman-ma.gov
Town Offices Calendar
Public Library
M-Th 9:30a-8p; Fri 9:30a- 4:30p;
Sat 9:30a-4 (during school year only)
781-447-7613
whitmanpubliclibrary.org
Council on Aging
781-447-7619
COA
St. Vincent de Paul/Whitman Food Pantry
By appointment only: 781-447-8560
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We were all too busy this week with Thanksgiving Celebrations to enter!
Bee sure to play our Historical Tidbit Trivia Game at the bottom of this newsletter.
Enter for this week's prize of
a free 1.5 hour class at
Bliss Through Yoga!
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Whitman Special Town Meeting
Mon, Dec 2
7p
Whitman Town Hall
54 South Avenue
There will be a special meeting held at Whitman Town Hall, all are welcomed to attend. If you are unable to attend the meeting, it will be live - streamed on WHCA Youtube channel; and recorded to view at a later date.
Meeting warrant can be found: www.whitman-ma.gov
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Honor Jase Joshua Russell: Boston Children’s Hospital Blood Drive
Tue, Dec 3
9:30a-3:30p
St. Ann's Church
103 N. Main Street
The Boston Children’s Hospital is collaborating with Jase’s Family to host a blood drive in their Blood Mobile in remembrance of Jase Joshua Russell. This special event is an opportunity to honor Jase’s memory by giving blood to help children in need of vital blood products.
Your donation can make a difference in the lives of many young patients. Join in paying tribute to Jase and supporting this meaningful cause.
For more information on the event and any questions, contact Cindi MacKinlay: ckeane17@gmail.com | 781-789-8242
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Bridgewater State University Hosts Student Film Festival
Bridgewater State University is hosting its second annual student film festival, The Bridge, on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at Moakley Auditorium. The free event will include a range of activities such as student film screenings, a Q&A session with filmmakers, and a networking session featuring complimentary hors d’oeuvres, desserts, and beverages. Attendees can also look forward to an industry panel discussion titled The Art of the Pitch and an awards event where the 2nd Annual Bear Award will be presented.
Organized by students and Professor Michelle Meek, the festival celebrates short films from public high school and college students across New England. Categories include narrative live-action, animated, and documentary shorts, each under 10 minutes. The festival's mission is to “spotlight diverse films by student filmmakers in New England and foster connections among film students from public institutions across the region.”
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The festival team, made up of students handling promotions, public relations, and event logistics, aims to create an engaging experience that highlights student talent and builds a supportive arts community. Submissions and attendance are both free, making the event accessible to a broad audience.
In addition to the in-person event, free online screenings will be available from December 4-10.
For more information, visit, The Bridge Student Film Festival
To submit, visit FilmFreeway
Story written by Paris Hugley, BuzzAround Intern, Boston University
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5th Annual Dollars for Scholars Holiday Tree Lighting
Fri, Dec 6, 4:30-7:30p
Sat, Dec 7, 3-8p
Sun, Dec 8 4:30-7:30p
Whitman Town Hall &
Whitman Town Park
This is a family event that will have food trucks, vendors (found at Whitman Town Hall), performers, holiday events, and more. No cost to attend but donations are appreciated. All the proceeds from this event will be going to the 2025 graduates of Whitman and Hanson in the form of scholarships.
For more information on the event, please visit Dollars for Scholars (Whitman/Hanson) FB
or if you have questions, send them too whitmanandhanson@dollarsforscholars.org
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Climate Can Do:
Shop Local
$68
REMAINS HERE
For every $100 spent at a locally owned business, $68 recirculates and remains in our local economy.
Only $43 remains in our community when it’s spent at a national chain.
Local businesses are owned by your friends and neighbors who live in this community, are less likely to leave, and are more invested in our community’s future — just like you.
Repost courtesy of sustainableconnections.org
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Whitman Board of Health Meeting
11/18/2024
Video Courtesy of WHCA-TV
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St. Nicholas Cookie Festival
Fri, Dec 6
4p to 7p
44 Park Avenue
Join us for a feast to sweeten your holiday season! Come enjoy our cookie sale along with complimentary hot chocolate, tea and coffee, kids Christmas movies, Kids activities, plus a Snow Globe Photo Booth! Bring the whole family! Visit us at All Saints Parish and our Thrift Shop!
For more information on this event, Visit: www.allsaintswhitman.com
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Whitman Select Board - November 26, 2024 Meeting.
Video Courtesy of WHCA-TV
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Dr. Chris Jones: Gratitude | |
"We often talk or hear about practicing gratitude in the morning or evening.
How many times does that practice focus on things we have rather than people in our lives?
I explain a three step process we can use to lift others up and help them realize their value in this video. Doing that for others will have exponential effects on ourselves!"
It's all about reflection and action. Podcast about Wishful Thinking with Dr. Christopher Jones
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Candy Cane
Craft Fair
Sat, Dec 7
10a-3p
Whitman Knights of Columbus
A Whitman Mothers Club Event!
35+ Craft Tables * Raffles * Bake Sale
Santa's Mailbox * Mrs. Claus's Kitchen
Admission: 12+ years $2.00, Seniors $1.00
The Whitman Mothers Club is a fundraising organization for the Whitman community since 1945. money raised at our events goes to local charities and groups such as our schools, the library, families in crisis, and the food pantry.
For Information on the event, visit Whitman Mothers Club FB Event here
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Holiday Handmade Shop
at Fuller Craft
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Holiday Handmade Shop at Fuller Craft is now open for the season!
Support local crafters and shop an array of handmade items – perfect for any gift or occasion!
Visit: fullercraft.org/museum-shop/
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9th Annual Stuff a Cruiser & Ambulance Event
Sun, Dec 8
9a-1p
Whitman Police Station
"Our 9th Annual Stuff a Cruiser & Ambulance Event is scheduled for Sunday December 8th!!
Stop by and drop off a new unwrapped toy to benefit the Whitman Area Toy Drive. This toy drive provides assistance to hundreds of families on the south shore. Every donation is greatly appreciated
We will be in our parking lot collecting toys from 9am to 1pm."
Reposted from the Whitman PD FB
For more Information on the event, visit the Whitman Police Department FB Page
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Whitman Freedom Team #6
Christopher DiOrio
Video Courtesy of WHCA-TV
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Become a Founding Member of the Mom's Work & Play Lounge!
We're creating something new at The She Shed and we're thrilled it's almost here!
Learn more about Founding Memberships: thesheshed.info
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GRANTING GROWTH
Economic Development Grant Programs for Communities & Business
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Pre-Recorded Webinar with Old Colony Planning Council Grantology Series – SPECIAL EDITION
OCPC "Grantology" webinar series, led by Grants Specialist Paul Umano, provides educational content to help navigate the many grants & programs available. This Special Edition w/ OCPC’s Economic Development team focuses specifically on key economic development programs. Check this out! oldcolonyplanning.org/grantology
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Council of Aging
Annual Christmas Luncheon
Wed, Dec 11
12p
Whitman Town Hall
"Join us for a delicious holiday meal and dessert along with entertainment! Coffee and tea will also be provided. Lunch will be served at 12:00."
Reposted from the Whitman COA Newsletter
For more information on the event, see the Whitman COA Newsletter
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Whitman Food Pantry Receives Over 7,400 Pounds of Food for Local Families! | |
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On November 2nd, the Whitman community came together for the Scouts food drive. It resulted in an incredible 7,409 pounds of food donations to support the Whitman Food Pantry. This amazing effort really showcases the generosity of our neighbors and the dedication of the volunteers who worked tirelessly to make sure the donations were sorted and ready to assist families in need.
“The generosity of the Whitman community is greatly
appreciated,” said the Whitman Food Pantry’s Facebook post. “Plenty of work [went into] weighing and sorting all we received. We are in a great position to continue supporting our families in need.”
The BuzzAround wants to give a big thank-you goes out to everyone who donated, volunteered, and contributed to the success of this event!
Source & Photo Credit: Whitman Food Pantry FB
Written by Jamie Puhi, BuzzAround Board of Directors
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered to win:
a free 1.5 hour class at
Bliss Through Yoga!
Historical Tidbit Question:
In what nearby city did the department store Santa originate?
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 December 4, 2024, before 2p, we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.
| The Buzz Around is brought to you this week by: Paris Hugley, Jamie Puhi, Jacquelyn Rose & Greg Venezia | | |
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Positive Change
“There are far better things ahead than any we leave behind” ~ CS Lewis
"Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world.”
~ Harriet Tubman
“The greatest discovery of all time is that a person can change his future by merely changing his attitude” ~ Oprah Winfrey
“The measure of intelligence is the ability to change” ~ Albert Einstein
“If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change your attitude.”
~ Maya Angelou
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There's only one constant, that's change. We can choose to fight it or we can choose to shape it, either way it happens.
So let's keep our eye on the positive ways we can build our future, together.
Bee Well,
~ Jacquie
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