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BuzzAround Whitman
December 22, 2024
~ Building Community One Positive Story at a Time.
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Whitman Police Department Participates in Whitman COA Senior Holiday Luncheon
"Today (December 11) we were honored to participate in the Whitman Council On Aging Senior Holiday Luncheon. Director Mary Holland and Melissa Maroney put on a great event every year with lots of holiday cheer! Our local seniors enjoyed a wonderful meal prepared by Cowbell’s Cafe and served by Whitman Police & Fire personnel and department heads. There were plenty of raffle prizes, a visit from Santa, and our Comfort Dog Nola!"
Reposted from the Whitman Police Department FB
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Historical Tidbit:
The Twelve Days of Christmas
In the Middle Ages, as Christianity gained popularity, the twelve-day period between December 25 (Christmas) and January 6 (Epiphany*) was named "Christmastide."
Winter celebrations have long been a part of our world history in the parts of the world where darkness overcame daylight. In ancient Rome, Saturnalia marked the onset of the winter solstice. Brumalia was a Greek winter holiday associated with Dionysus and wine. In Norse mythology, a boar was presented to the Vanir god Freyr at the solstice.
From its earliest days in England, the Twelve Days' festival involved masked dancers and actors, known as mummers, roaming the streets begging for holiday treats and drinks. In the 9th century, King Alfred the Great of England mandated the observance of the Twelve Days by outlawing all work and fighting during this time.
King Haakon the Good established the Christian observance of the festival in Norway in the 10th century. In the 14th century, King Richard II of England held a Christmas tournament drawing knights from all over Europe for feasting and jousting for nearly two weeks. Shakespeare's play, Twelfth Night, was written to be performed at that celebration in 1601/1602.
Medieval Christians either took down their decorations after the 12th night or kept on celebrating for all of Candlemas. 40 days after the birth, until the feast of the presentation of the baby Jesus at the Temple. Keeping the feasting and celebrations going was a big way to make it through the long, dark days of winter!
Compiled by J. Rose
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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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Congratulations!
Mark Coplin
won
a 45 page FarmYard Christmas
Coloring Book
with Daily Affirmations and Family Traditions
by Nwanneka Udeka
of Unique Strides Therapy
Bee sure to play our Historical Tidbit Trivia Game at the bottom of this newsletter.
Enter for this week's prize of
One free children's party at the She Shed, 396 Ashland St, Abington. $299 value.
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Create New Year’s Crafts!
Sun, Dec 28
11a-12p
Whitman Public Library
Bring your little ones to the Whitman Public Library to make a special New Year’s wand craft! This fun and creative activity is perfect for kids ages 3 and up.
Stop by and let your child’s imagination shine as they create their own magical wand to celebrate the start of the New Year. Crafts are available while supplies last, so don’t miss out!
For more information or to register for the event, visit the Whitman Public Library Calendar page here
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Give the Gift of Life This New Year’s Eve!
Tue, Dec 31
9a-2p
Whitman Town Hall
Whitman Town Hall and the Red Cross are hosting a Power Red and Blood Donation event on New Year’s Eve. This is a wonderful opportunity to close out the year by helping those in need and making a lasting impact. Start the new year with the spirit of giving — your donation could save a life!
For more information on the event, visit the Red Cross Website
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Countdown to Noon
at the Library!
Tue, Dec 31
11:30a-12p
Whitman Public Library
Celebrate the New Year a little early with a special Noon’s Year Party at the Whitman Public Library! Enjoy stories, crafts, music, and games designed to bring joy and excitement to children and families.
Best for kids ages 7 and under, this event offers a fun way to welcome the New Year together with the community.
For more information or to register for the event, visit the Whitman Public Library Calendar
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Candlelight Restorative Yoga to Close the Year!
Tue, Dec 31
6:30-8p
629 Washington St
Close out the year with this restorative practice of gentle poses, breath work, and internal connection, fit for everyone. What better way to clear space for new beginnings, than to release what no longer serves and set new intentions, together with community in breath! Whether you’re going out or staying in for the new year, take time to reconnect and release!
*All attendees will receive a third-eye gemstone
For more information on the event, visit the Whitman Wellness Center FB
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Whitman Select Board Meeting
December 17, 2024
Video Courtesy of WHCA-TV
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Start the New Year with a Refreshing Hike!
Wed, Jan 1
1-3p
St. Chrstine’s Catholic Church
Ring in the New Year with the North and South Rivers Watershed Association for an Annual New Year’s Day Walk! The main loop is roughly 1 mile long and contains some forested hills and a couple of muddy sections and boardwalks. There are several side trails and spur trails that branch off of the main loop, so motivated hikers are welcome to add additional mileage to their walk!
For more information on the event, visit the NSRWA Website
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Climate Can Do:
Eco-Friendly Gifting
This holiday season, let’s give our communities the gift of zero waste! Here are a few things to look out for and a few tips for giving (and wrapping) earth-conscious presents:
Shop recyclable: most shiny wrapping paper and glittery cards are not recyclable. Try brown or recycled paper or reusable fabric totes or sacks.
Save energy: holiday lights make wonderful decor, but we should be mindful of their impact on the environment. Keeping your lights on a timer or setting aside time to turn them off can save you money on your electric bill and energy. Also, consider what types of lights you’re using. LED lights consume up to 80% less energy than traditional incandescent lights and last 10 times longer. Switching to LEDs will reduce your carbon footprint and present a lesser risk of fire.
Eliminate excess: a family game of Secret Santa is not only fun and personal but can save you from buying a gift or two for everyone at the party. Additionally, if you are careful with your decor and the wrappings you receive with presents, they can save you time, money, and waste for next Christmas! Reuse and upcycle decor, wrapping, ribbons, string, and even Christmas cards, which can be cut up to make tags.
Buy Local: save time, get personalized attention, and make someone's dreams come true, spend your holiday dollars at a small, local business.
Source: www.thecommons.earth, www.wildlifetrusts.org
This Climate Can Do was written by Sara MacKinnon, BuzzAround Intern, Providence College.
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BuzzAround Giveaway ~
Enter to Win a 2-Night Getaway
| As part of our BuzzAround winter celebration, we’re excited to offer a variety of prizes in a special giveaway! Click the button below to enter for a chance to win and see all the other prizes available. Grand Prize: A 2-Night Mountain Experience Package for 4 at Smugglers' Notch Resort in Vermont! This amazing package includes mountainside lodging, lift tickets, access to the pool and hot tubs, and participation in the resort's entertainment and activity schedule. | | | | |
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Whitman Community Electricity is a program in development by the Town to provide residents and businesses more electricity supply options and more renewable energy. The program is a Town-vetted alternative to National Grid default supply and other third party electricity suppliers.
Whitman submitted the revised plan to the Department of Public Utilities on December 4, 2024, for approval in docket 24-191.
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Whitman Good Energy Presentation
Video Courtesy of WHCA-TV
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Southeastern Philharmonic Orchestra
Holiday Concert 2024
Video Courtesy of WHCA-TV
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Whitman-Hanson Regional School District Committee Meeting
12/11/24
Video Courtesy of WHCA-TV
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Dr. Chris Jones: Attraction or Attention | |
"Is it the Law of Attraction or are you just paying more attention to things?
Can we actually attract things to ourselves or are they always there and we just need to adjust what we are paying attention to in our lives?
This one is about reflecting, focusing, and realizing we have what we need for what we want already. We just have to pay attention to it."
It's all about reflection and action. Podcast about Wishful Thinking with Dr. Christopher Jones
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Offer ends Dec. 24, 2024
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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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Dollars for Scholars Holiday Tree Lighting
The 5th Annual Dollars for Scholars Holiday Tree Lighting was held in Whitman Town Park December 6-8th , 2024. Friends, companies, organizations, and businesses came together to sponsor and decorate a tree for all to enjoy. All the proceeds collected from the sponsorship will go directly to Whitman Hanson 2025 Graduating Seniors scholarships. Food trucks, vendors, music, and performers and of course, THE TREES, made it a festive event we won't soon forget.
Sources: Whitman Police FB & Whitman Recreation FB
Pictures Reposted from: Miss Kay's School of Dance FB, State Representative Alyson Sullivan-Almeida FB, WH Dollars for Scholars FB
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered to win:
One free children's party at the She Shed, 396 Ashland St, Abington. $299 value.
thesheshed.info
Historical Tidbit Question:
What is the Twelve day period between Christmas and Epiphany called?
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 25, 2024, before 2p, we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.
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Your BuzzAround Team wishes you light in the darkness.
If you need peace, we wish you peace.
If you need hope, we wish you hope.
If you need laughter... we're sending you chuckles.
Thank you for spending this time with us. We are sending out positive energy to all.
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