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Whitman BuzzAround
May 10, 2026
~ Building Community One Positive Story at a Time
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The Whitman Food Pantry - Help When You Need It Most!
The food pantry assists people of need in the Town of Whitman. If anyone is in need they should call the food pantry at 781-447-8560. As we are managed by volunteers, if no one answers the phone, leave a message and someone will get back to you within a day or two. Callers need to be interviewed to see if they qualify for help, and then arrangements are made for them to pick up food.
Anyone looking to make a donation can do so by bringing directly to the food pantry at 44 Blake St Whitman. There are also donation boxes located at the town hall, the town library, the Congregational Church and at the lower chapel of Holy Ghost Church. We accept donations of non-perishable items only. We are always in need of hygiene items, dishwashing detergent, clothes washing detergent, paper products (individually wrapped) as these items are not covered by SNAP benefits. Donations of cash and gift cards from Stop and Shop or other supermarkets, Walmart and Target are greatly appreciated.
Donations of cash and gift cards can be brought directly to the pantry. We have volunteers at the pantry most Mondays through Saturdays from 830-1030AM.
Thanks and God Bless
Rick Clark
President St Vincent DePaul /Whitman Food Pantry
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Historical Tidbit:
History of Little League
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Pictured: Carl Stotz with Harold "Major" Gehron and Jimmy Gehron.
In 1938, a man named Carl Stotz hit upon the idea for an organized baseball league for the boys in his hometown of Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Carl had no sons of his own, but he often played ball with his young nephews, Jimmy and Major Gehron, and wanted a way to provide an organized program for them.
Carl gathered several of the neighborhood children and experimented with different types of equipment and different field dimensions during that summer. The program still did not have a name, and no games were played.
In 1939, Carl and his wife Grayce took the experiment a step further, enlisting the help of brothers George and Bert Bebble and their wives, Annabelle and Eloise, respectively. The three first teams were: Lycoming Dairy, Lundy Lumber and Jumbo Pretzel.
On June 6, 1939, in the very first Little League game ever played, Lundy Lumber defeated Lycoming Dairy, 23-8. Lycoming Dairy came back to win the season's first-half title, and faced second-half champ Lundy Lumber in a best-of-three series. Lycoming Dairy won the final game of the series, 3-2.
And the basic goal remains the same as it did in 1939, to give the children of the world a game that provides fundamental principles (sportsmanship, fair play and teamwork) they can use later in life to become good citizens.
Information Credit: littleleague.org
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Congratulations
Sandra Fisher
you won a $25 gift certificate to Johnny Macaroni's Restaurant, East Bridgewater & Halifax
johnnymacaronis.com
Bee sure to play our Historical Tidbit Trivia Game at the bottom of this newsletter.
Enter for this week's prize of
An entrance to a weekend event at Vineyard Farm, WB for one person from now until the end of June '26 - value $15.
Vineyard Farm
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Happy Birthday from American Legion Post 22 Whitman
Wishing our Bar Manager and 2x Past Commander, Chet Quimby, a very happy 80th birthday today!
We thank you for your service to our great country as a member of the Navy, as a past Chief of the Whitman Auxiliary Police Department, and of course, all you do for the American Legion!
Reposted from American Legion Post 22 FB
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Whitman Summer Park Program Registration Open!
Whitman Recreation is now accepting registration for the Summer Park Program at Whitman Town Park.
The program is open to Whitman and Hanson residents, as well as Whitman town employee families, for children who have completed kindergarten through fifth grade.
It runs weekdays from June 29 through August 7 and includes swimming, crafts, sports, games, special events, theme weeks, and more.
Families can register for one week or multiple weeks online at www.whitman-ma.gov
Source: Whitman Recreation FB Page
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Puppy Kindergarten Classes
Canine Etiquette
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Help your dog grow to become friendlier and more confident!
For Puppies Ages 8-20 weeks
Proper socialization builds their ability to handle new situations, making them easier to manage in social environments.
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Classes held at Halifax Congregational Church, 503 Plymouth St
(339) 933-9301
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Whitman Freedom Team: S2Ep6,
Autism Awareness Month
In observance of Autism Awareness & Acceptance Month, Mike Kryzanek and Tom Evans have a chat with Sarah Lovell and Ryan Tressel. Sarah is an autistic woman who works in Whitman, and Ryan is the chair of the WHRSD School Committee and has an autistic son. They share their experiences and challenges with autism and provide insight on how autistic people can be better welcomed and accepted by their community.
Video Courtesy of WHCA9TV
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Annual Town Election
May 16
9a-5p
Town Hall Auditorium
54 South Ave
Don't miss Whitman's Annual Town Meeting and Election! Learn about local issues and vote!
Source: www.whitman-ma.gov
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Whitman Council on Aging Releases
May Newsletter
The Whitman Council on Aging has released its May newsletter, featuring upcoming programs, activities, and opportunities for local seniors to get involved. Residents can review what’s coming up and call the Council on Aging to sign up for any events of interest. Read the newsletter here!
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WHCA Sports: Girls Varsity Lacrosse vs. Pembroke
April 27, 2026
Video Courtesy of WHCA9TV
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Annual Plant Sale at All Saints Church
Sat, May 16
9a-3p
44 Park Avenue
Featuring vegetable plants, houseplants, perennials, trees and shrubs, gardening equipment.
Respectfully submitted, Richard W. Tingblad
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Climate Can-Do: Keep Mass Beautiful!
Sick of looking at trash along our streets and waterways? Tap into the Keep Massachusetts Beautiful organization to help motivate your friends, neighbors and community to chip in.
They "inspire and educate people to take action every day to improve and beautify their community environment."
The organization helps local volunteers collaborate with local government and business leaders to achieve significant and lasting community improvements.
keepmassbeautiful.org
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The taste of BBQ brings back summer!
When hunger hits, answer with slow-smoked goodness. Tender meats, bold seasoning, and fresh-made sides make every meal unforgettable. Order online for quick pick up and unbeatable flavor.
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988 Bedford St, Abington, (781) 871-0033
sarcasticswinebbq.com
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Vineyard Farms
Pick -Your- Own Tulips
| Looking for a fun and refreshing day out, surrounded by fresh air, friendly animals, and delicious farm-to-table experiences? | |
175 East Center Street (Rt 106)
West Bridgewater, MA
vineyardfarm.com
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Teen & Adult Chess Club at Whitman Public Library
Whitman Public Library’s Teen and Adult Chess Club will meet on the first and third Tuesday evenings of the month. Players of all experience levels are welcome, including beginners who want to learn the basics.
Upcoming dates include:
- May 19
- June 2
- July 7 and 21
- August 4 and 18
No registration is required. For more information, contact Steven Miller, Assistant Library Director, at 781-447-7613 or smiller@whitman.ocln.org.
Source: Whitman Public Library FB Page
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Frederick Douglass Pathways Project Update
Planning continues for the Frederick Douglass Pathways Project, a proposed shared-use pathway connecting Weymouth to Bridgewater—and potentially beyond. Inspired by Frederick Douglass’s travels between New Bedford and Boston in his fight for abolition, the project aims to create a meaningful, regionally connected route for walking and biking.
The Old Colony Planning Council (OCPC) is working closely with community partners to advance this shared vision. East Bridgewater and Whitman have made strong progress, with Selectboards voting in support of further exploration, while Abington and Bridgewater are in the early stages of planning.
Stay tuned for upcoming meetings and opportunities to get involved in this exciting and impactful project.
Thanks for sharing!
Matthew Dyer
Senior Transportation Planner
Old Colony Planning Council
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Dr. Chris Jones – SEEing to Lead: Make Mistakes
You’re going to make mistakes.
Not once. Not twice. But over and over again. That’s not the problem.
The problem is when we:
Avoid them
Hide from them
Or worse—stop trying because of them
Mistakes aren’t signs of failure. They’re signs of growth in progress.
Every time you try something new, stretch, or lead, mistakes come with it. That’s the cost of becoming better.
So don’t aim to be perfect. Aim to be learning.
Reflect:
What’s one mistake you’ve made that actually helped you grow?
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Dr. Chris Jones is the principal of Whitman-Hanson Regional High School. Dr. Jones uses his experience in leadership to send meaningful messages to the Whitman community. He publishes "SEEing to Lead," a podcast dedicated to uplifting and motivational talks with a focus on empowering individuals to become leaders themselves.
Reposted from Seeing to Lead
Check out SEEing to Lead here: Dr. Chris Jones - SEEing to Lead Youtube
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Whitman-Hanson Youth Soccer Players of The Week!
"Congratulations to our North Easton Savings Bank Players of the Week!
Ronan McBrine is our Boys Player of the Week. Ronan's coach called him a "stud defender." He anchored his team's defense, effectively stopping multiple scoring opportunities for the opposing team. Well done Ronan!
Lillie Kniffen is our Girls Player of the Week. Lillie scored multiple goals in her team's decisive win against Braintree. She also played lock down defense for her team in the second half. Great work Lillie!
Congratulations to Ronan and Lillie and a continued thank you to North Easton Savings Bank for sponsoring these posts."
(These are the Players of the Week for Week 2 (Saturday, 4/18 & Sunday, 4/19).
Repost: Whitman-Hanson FB Page
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered to win:
An entrance to a weekend event at Vineyard Farm, WB for one person from now until the end of June '26 - value $15.
Vineyard Farm
Historical Tidbit Question:
Where was Carl Stotz's hometown?
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 May 13, 2026, before 2 p.m., we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.
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Mothers
"All that I am, or hope to be, I owe to my angel mother." ~ Abraham Lincoln
"Mother's love is peace. It need not be acquired, it need not be deserved."
~ Erich Fromm
"God could not be everywhere, and therefore he made mothers."
- Rudyard Kipling
"To describe my mother would be to write about a hurricane in its perfect power. Or the climbing, falling colors of a rainbow."
— Maya Angelou
"There's no way to be a perfect mother, and a million ways to be a good one."
— Jill Churchill
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The strength of my convictions, a gift from my mother. My moral compass and faith; gifts from my mother. Creativity, love of logistics and natural science; all gifts from my mother. I honestly could go on for another two paragraphs, a mother's gift of time and attention and love, live on in their children.
How perfect that Mother's Day is celebrated as all of creation is waking up!
~ Jacquie
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