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BuzzAround Whitman
June 8, 2025
~ Building Community One Positive Story at a Time.
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Cops For Kids With Cancer
On May 31, the Whitman Police Department posted a heartwarming message in support of Cops For Kids With Cancer, Inc., a charity organization dedicated to assisting the families of children diagnosed with cancer.
"We were honored to host Cops For Kids With Cancer, Inc. this afternoon at our station. Former East Bridgewater Police Officer Tom Reed presented a gift to a young Whitman Family whose 7-month-old, Wyatt, has been battling cancer. Wyatt has had several operations and chemotherapy treatments and has more treatments ahead. Despite all of this, Wyatt is doing amazingly well!!
Rebecca (Mom) and Dennis (Dad) are very hopeful and optimistic that Wyatt is on the right track and will be running at the playground soon."
We at BuzzAround wish Wyatt and his family well. If you would like to help families such as Wyatt's, please visit copsforkidswithcancer.org.
Written by: Bella Fazio, Wellesley College, BuzzAround Intern
Sources: Whitman Police FB, Cops For Kids With Cancer
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Printing a Family Business in Whitman
Harry B. Harding started a printing business in Whitman after leaving his sports career. He started the business with Leon Knox.
Mr. Harding bought a building for his printing business in 1909. The building was almost burned down in January of 1910 due to a fire that wiped out the famous Village Hall.
In 1926, Mr. Harding’s son, Franklin K. Harding, joined the business. Mr. Harding died at the impressive age of 79.
Franklin K. Harding eventually sold the business due to his poor health. He sold it to John D. Campbell in January of 1966. Mr. Campbell was the husband of Franklin's daughter. Harding Print is the 2nd oldest family-owned business in Whitman. 2nd only to DB, It is now located at 15 Colebrook Blvd.
Story Credit: Gregory Venezia
Sources:
Historical Whitman, Massachusetts
hardingprint.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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Congratulations!
Lauren Woolf
you won a
a free month of training and a free uniform from Unity Martial Arts, Raynham
Bee sure to play our Historical Tidbit Trivia Game at the bottom of this newsletter.
Enter for this week's prize of a $25 gift certificate to Johnny Macaroni's Restaurant, East Bridgewater & Halifax
johnnymacaronis.com
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Town of Whitman 150th Celebration Events
Join the town of Whitman in celebrating their 150th anniversary as a town!
Sat, June 14: Concert/Fireworks
Sun, June 22: Parade
For more information on the events, visit Whitman 150th Celebration FB
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All Saints Church Flea Market
Sat, Jun 14
9a-3p
44 Park Avenue
All Saints Church is hosting a community flea market and book sale! It's a great way to support the church while exploring a variety of items from local vendors. You'll find gently used books, unique products, and handmade goods, there will be something for everyone!
Source: All Saints Parish
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Come dine with us at our Plymouth Street or West Street locations, or order curbside pick-up from any of our three locations!
Place your order online or call your nearest Johnny Macaroni’s!
eat well * laugh often * love much
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Whitman Day 2025
Sat, Jun 14
10a-4p
Whitman Town Park
Whitman Cultural Council presents this year’s Whitman Day! This annual event is a day full of community, food, live music, lawn games, and more. It is held on the second Saturday of June every year, rain or shine! Be sure to stop by for a fun summer outing!
Source: Whitman Day 2025 FB
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Whitman Town Parade
Sun, Jun 22
1p
To celebrate the 150th anniversary of the town of Whitman, there will be a parade on Sun, Jun 22! Come enjoy floats, music, and celebrate your town’s history!
Source: Whitman 150th Celebration FB
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Whitman OCPC Open Space and Recreation Plan-Steering
May 22, 2025
Audio courtesy of Whitman Government TV
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Brockton Area Prevention Collaborative
2025 Annual Overdose Vigil by Candlelight
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August 26, 2025
6pm
Massasoit Community College
1 Massasoit Blvd, Brockton
Please join us for our a candlelight vigil on Tuesday, August 26 at Massasoit Community College to honor those we have lost.
WhitmanHansonWILL FB
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Whitman Select Board
May 27, 2025
Video Courtesy of Whitman Government TV
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Whitman Oral History
- Mary Duggan Watson
Video Courtesy of WHCA9TV
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Enter-to-Win: Summer Fun - Hive Connect | One randomly-picked entry will watch the Brockton Rox in Style! Winner receives a Luxury Suite for up to 20 people at the game of their choice * | | | | | |
Let us do the cooking for you! At Sarcastic Swine, we smoke meats daily and provide high-quality barbeque that hits the spot. Eat-in, takeout, food truck, and full service catering.
988 Bedford Street, Abington
(781) 871-0033
sarcasticswinebbq.com
Like us on Facebook
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Climate Can-Do: Thrifting a Healthier Planet
Fast fashion may be easy and cheap, but did you know that in the United States, nearly 13 million tons of clothing end up in the landfill each year? Understanding the environmental impact of purchasing choices has us looking for solutions.
Benefits of Thrifting
- By donating and purchasing second-hand clothes, you are helping reduce the amount of textiles that end up in landfills. With more and more clothes being made out of synthetic materials, textiles are taking hundreds of years to decompose. Buying second-hand doesn’t just extend the life cycle of clothes, but also prevents toxic materials from entering our ecosystems.
- Thrifting helps reduce wasted resources. Clothing production requires thousands of gallons of water. For example, a single pair of jeans uses about 1,800 gallons of water in its production process.
- If the sustainable benefits weren’t enough, thrifting also saves money. Second-hand stores sell their donations at a discounted price. You can find vintage, good-quality clothes for less. There’s also a large variety to choose from, and maybe you’ll find your new signature piece!
Alternatives to Thrifting
If buying second-hand isn’t for you, please do your part in keeping clothes out of landfills.
- Donate your used clothes: homeless shelters and youth homes, as well as thrift stores, get your clothes to individuals who need them most.
- Repurposing your clothes is a good way of being a conscious consumer, but it can also be a fun craft and a money saver. For example, cut up old shirts and use them as cleaning rags, or consider embroidering an old tank top and giving it a new life.
- Learning how to repair clothes also extends their life cycle. Darning socks, sewing a rip, or mending holes helps your favorite pieces stay in your closet instead of the dump.
Leading a thrifty lifestyle helps reduce waste, but it can also be a fun way of rediscovering new styles or old clothes you forgot about.
Written by Meghan Boucher, Emerson College BuzzAround Intern
Source: University of Colorado Boulder & Earth.org
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Register for Whitman Recreation Summer Park Program
The Recreation Department will be hosting its Summer Park Program from Jun 30-Aug 8. This program is for children 6-11. Make sure to register to enjoy a summer full of crafts, sports, games, swimming, and fun! You can sign up for one week or all of them. For my information on how to register visit www.whitman-ma.gov/137/Recreation!
Source: Whitman Recreation FB
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Whitman Freedom Team #8 - Mental Health Awareness Month
The Whitman Freedom Team dedicates itself to Love, Inclusion, and Trust in the town of Whitman and beyond. Mike Kryzanek and Tom Evans observe Mental Health Awareness Month with Dr. Joshua Twomey, with discussions of de-stigmatizing mental illness and what resources are out there for people in times of need.
Video Courtesy of WHCA
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WHCA Sports: Panthers vs Bishops Varsity Softball May 19 2025
Video courtesy of WHCA-TV
| | Norris Law - Free Seminar | Thinking about buying your first home or investing in real estate? Join us for our First-Timers Free Seminar to gain valuable insights and have your questions answered! | |
Tuesday, June 24th, 2025 6:00 pm
Bridgewater Public Library, 15 South St
contact@norrislaw.us * norrislaw.us
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Stop in for fresh, locally grown produce: Green Beans, Baby Yukon Potatoes, and more! Also stocked:
Crescent Ridge ice cream (1.5qt, ice cream sandwiches, and 6pk Cressies), Pita bread, and handmade creations by a local artisan
Open 8am-6pm 7 days a week
416 Plymouth St, Halifax * Follow us on Facebook * nessrallafarm.com
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Spring into the Arts 2025
Follow along with WHCA9TV's Showcase as they bring us along to this year's "Spring into the Arts" exhibition! Spring into the Arts is an annual exhibit that highlights the creativity of Whitman-Hanson students in grades K-12. It's an occasion to for the students to show off all they've learned and their artistic achievements!
Video Courtesy of WHCA9TV
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered to win:
a $25 gift certificate to
Johnny Macaroni's Restaurant,
East Bridgewater & Halifax
johnnymacaronis.com
Historical Tidbit Question:
What nearly destroyed Mr. Harding's printing business in January 1910?
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 11, 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, Bella Fazio, Jamie Puhi, Jacquelyn Rose & Greg Venezia | | | |
Connection
There are some people who carry wisdom. I search out Brené Brown because I have struggled so in relationships. So I share her now, knowing her words will help all who choose to listen.
“You are imperfect, you are wired for struggle, but you are worthy of love and belonging.” ~ Brené Brown
“I define connection as the energy that exists between people when they feel seen, heard, and valued; when they can give and receive without judgment; and when they derive sustenance and strength from the relationship.” ~ Brené Brown
“Because true belonging only happens when we present our authentic, imperfect selves to the world, our sense of belonging can never be greater than our level of self-acceptance.” ~ Brené Brown
“Vulnerability sounds like truth and feels like courage. Truth and courage aren't always comfortable, but they're never weakness.” ~ Brené Brown
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And here is the TED that introduced her to the world. I hope you have a lovely week of connection.
~ Jacquie
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