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Whitman BuzzAround
September 20, 2026
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A new chapter in Whitman’s yoga community began September 12 with the grand opening of Jess Be Here Yoga Studio at 629 Washington St.
For owner Jess, however, the opening represents more than the launch of a new business. It marks the continuation of a community that has been growing for more than two decades.
“I often call yoga retreats ‘my love for yoga and people together’ so you can only imagine what this is. This studio is my whole soul in a building,” Jess shared following the grand opening.
That community began in 1999, when Lee-Ann Trigler started Hanson Holistic Center. In 2010, Trigler and Cara Cappellini began Whitman Wellness Center, where Jess completed her first teacher training in 2017.
Now, in 2026, Jess has taken over the yoga studio under her own brand, Jess Be Here, while Whitman Wellness continues its education and treatment services under the same roof.
Jess described the transition as “the torch gracefully passed,” expressing deep gratitude to Trigler and Cappellini for supporting her throughout the years.
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“I don’t take the responsibility lightly to hold space for folks in this container and provide space for connection,” she wrote. “Especially with such big shoes to fill!”
At the heart of Jess Be Here is a belief that people should be able to “just show up as you are.” The studio offers a variety of yoga classes designed around community, encouragement, support, and connection, including $5 and $10 classes throughout the week.
For Jess, carrying the community forward means creating a place where people can support one another through every part of their journey.
“That’s what we do. We hold each other in support of the rise and hold each other when we are going ‘down’,” she wrote.
Jess Be Here Yoga Studio is located at 629 Washington Street in Whitman.
Learn more by visiting Jess' website.
Written by: Justine McConnell, BuzzAround Intern
Source: Jess Be Here Yoga Studio
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Kerosene Lamps
Before we had electricity, lighting was done with kerosene lamps. They were usually a glass-bottom lamp that would hold maybe a pint to a quart of kerosene and then there was the glass chimney on top.
These lamps would be set on brackets on the walls or set on the table in the middle of the room. They were never put on small stands or tables because they would have been easily knocked over.
Then there was a lamp in the middle of the room, usually the dining room, that would pull up and was on some sort of chain arrangement. It had a round wick about 2½ inches across with a shade on top to reflect the light down on the table where people sat around and read their books and did their school work.
Instead of electronics, amusement would be found in games with others, books or individually invented.
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Historical Tidbit & image respectfully submitted by Sue Basile, Historian
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Whitman Library Hosts Haunted House Upcycling Contest
Pickup begins Sept 18
Voting: Oct 15–31
Whitman Public Library
100 Webster St, Whitman
Get ready for some spooky creativity at the Whitman Public Library! The library is teaming up with local nonprofit Make Me Brand New for an upcycling contest featuring old dollhouses transformed into haunted houses.
Dollhouses are available for pickup beginning September 18 for participants to decorate. The finished creations will be displayed at the library from October 15 through October 31, when visitors can vote for their favorite. The winning entry will receive a $100 cash prize.
The contest combines Halloween fun with Make Me Brand New’s mission to reduce waste through recycling, upcycling, education, and community programs.
Register through the contest’s Zeffy page to participate.
Source: Whitman Public Library
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Free College Financial Planning Workshop in Whitman
Thurs, Sept 24
7–8:30p
First Congregational Church of Whitman, UCC, Fellowship Hall
519 Washington St., Whitman
Planning for college expenses can feel overwhelming, but understanding your options early can help families prepare for the future. The First Congregational Church of Whitman, UCC, will host a free college financial planning workshop for parents and families on September 24.
Guest speaker Chloe Ackee of Commonwealth Financial Group will share information and strategies for preparing for future college expenses, whether college is right around the corner or several years away. The workshop is free and open to the church and surrounding community.
Register: First Congregational Church of Whitman, UCC
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September 15, 2026
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September 16, 2026
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Whitman Library Offers Free Basic Computer Classes
Sept. 24 at 2p
Whitman Public Library
100 Webster St, Whitman
Topics: Avoiding Internet Scams
Register in Advance
Looking to feel a little more comfortable with everyday technology? The Whitman Public Library is offering free Basic Computer classes throughout September.
The classes will cover practical computer and internet skills, including searching the internet, navigating an email inbox, and recognizing internet scams. Computers will be provided for participants, and registration is limited to five spots.
Register: Whitman Public Library
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Climate Can Do - Sustainable Lunch!
Looking for an easy way to make your lunch a little more sustainable? You may already have everything you need! Take a look in your refrigerator, freezer, or pantry. Last night's leftovers can become today's lunch, and a reusable container or water bottle can replace a disposable one. Get creative and give yesterday's dinner a lunchtime makeover by adding leftover vegetables to today's wrap or salad, or combining leftover chicken, rice, and vegetables to create a filling bowl. Using what you already have can help reduce food waste, save money, and make lunch a little more fun. For more ideas on preventing food waste at home, visit U.S. EPA.
Written by: Justine McConnell, BuzzAround Intern
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Whitman Police K9 Nola Receives New Protective Vest
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Whitman Police K9 Nola has a new layer of protection thanks to a charitable donation from Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.
The Whitman Police Department announced on September 5 that Nola received a bullet- and stab-protective vest through the nonprofit organization, which provides protective equipment and other assistance to law enforcement K9s across the country.
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The custom-fitted vest is made in the United States and is certified by the National Institute of Justice. According to Vested Interest in K9s, the protective equipment is designed to help safeguard K9 officers while they carry out their work alongside their human partners.
Nola's new vest also carries a personal message. “K9 Nola’s vest was sponsored by Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. and embroidered with the sentiment ‘In memory of Michele "Dolly" Bognanno,’” the Whitman Police Department shared in its September 5 post.
Established in 2009, Vested Interest in K9s has provided more than 6,600 protective vests to K9s in all 50 states. The program is supported through private and corporate donations.
For Nola, the new vest provides an added measure of protection as she continues her work with the Whitman Police Department and the community she serves.
Written by: Justine McConnell, BuzzAround Intern
Source & Photo: Whitman Police Department FB
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Whitman Freedom Team Seeks Photographers for 2027 Calendar
The Whitman Freedom Team is looking for photographers to help create its 2027 calendar featuring scenes of Whitman. The calendar will showcase local photography while supporting the Freedom Team, with proceeds from calendar sales benefiting the organization.
Photographers can submit color or black-and-white photos and will receive creative input as well as full credit for each photo selected for the final calendar. Those interested in participating should submit their photos to WFTcalendar02382@gmail.com.
The submission deadline is Sept. 30, 2026. For more information about the Whitman Freedom Team, visit the Whitman Freedom Team website or its contact page.
Written by: Justine McConnell, BuzzAround Intern
Photos: Courtesy of Whitman Freedom Team
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Whitman-Hanson Athletic Hall of Fame Induction
Sun, Oct 4,
Doors Open at 4:30p
Dinner & Ceremony begin at 5:15p
Pembroke Country Club, 94 W Elm St, Pembroke
The Whitman-Hanson Regional High School Athletic Hall of Fame will welcome its 2026 class on October 4, celebrating student-athletes, coaches, a championship team, and a contributor.
This year’s inductees include student-athletes Chris Colclough ’87, Mike Cronin ’68, Michael Pakalnis ’83, Devin Petta ’09, Emily Trapp ’09, and Cortney Kelly ’01. Coaches Pat Forbes and Mike Driscoll, contributor Bob Hayes, and the 1965 football team, the first W-H football team to win a state championship, will also be honored.
Tickets are available at whathletics.com.
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Whitman-Hanson Youth Soccer Kicks Off New Season
Whitman-Hanson Youth Soccer kicked off its new season last week, with teams taking to the field for the first week of play.
The organization shared photos of several of its teams ahead of games on September 5, wishing all the players good luck as they continued into the season.
With the first week in the books, players and families are getting into the rhythm of another season of youth soccer in the Whitman-Hanson community.
Written by: Justine McConnell, BuzzAround Intern
Source & Photos: Whitman-Hanson Youth Soccer FB
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2026 Ballot Questions
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Dear Voter:
On Tuesday, November 3, 2026, you will have the opportunity to make your voice heard. If you prefer to vote sooner, you can vote early or by mail. Early voting will be held October 17-30. On Election Day, all polling places will be open from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m.
If you are not registered to vote, or you have moved since the last election, visit www.VoteInMA.com to register, check your registration information, and update your address. You must be registered to vote by Saturday, October 24, in order to participate in this election.
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This year, there will be nine binding statewide ballot questions, the most that Massachusetts voters have ever been asked to consider. This official 2026 Information for Voters book contains information on all nine questions, including a summary of each proposal, the full text of the proposed/existing law, statements describing the effect of a yes or no vote, and brief arguments for and against each question.
The information in this book will assist you in making a thoughtful decision before you vote. With a longer ballot than usual, you may want to take notes and bring this book with you when you go to the polls.
The choices you make in this election will shape the course of government for our state, as well as local communities. I urge you to participate in this process, because your vote matters.
Very truly yours,
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Secretary of the Commonwealth
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Whitman First Responders Welcome Students Back
Whitman students, teachers, and staff received a warm welcome from the town’s first responders as the new school year got underway.
The Whitman Fire/Rescue Department shared a back-to-school message on September 2, wishing students, teachers, and staff a great year ahead.
The Whitman Police Department also marked the first day of school, welcoming everyone back and reporting that the morning went smoothly, with plenty of smiling faces among students and parents.
Together, the messages offered a simple reminder that the community is cheering students on as they begin another school year.
Written by: Justine McConnell, BuzzAround Intern
Source & Photos: Whitman Firefighters Local 1769’s FB & Whitman Police Department FB
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered to win:
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Historical Tidbit Question:
How wide was the round wick used in the kerosene lamps?
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By entering, you give us permission to print your name in next week's Buzz Around.
On September 23, 2026, before 2 p.m., we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.
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Independent coffee shops, hair and nail salons, corner stores, spas, boutique clothing stores, consignment shops, restaurants, craft stores, bars, fruit & veggie markets, shoe/bike/tire repair shops, art supply stores, gift shops, gas stations, pet stores, and many, many more exist within 10 miles of your home.
1. Small businesses give back (more) to your community. When you support a local business, you’re also supporting your town, city, and neighborhood. Businesses pay taxes that support public schools, parks, roads, and sidewalks, as well as public service workers, like firefighters.
2. Small businesses make a major economic impact. More than half of the U.S.’s jobs since 1995 were created by small businesses. Shopping at a local store creates potential job opportunities.
3. Small businesses provide better customer service. They have the ability to provide more personable, hands-on, and memorable customer service.
4. Small businesses provide greater access to product diversity. If a small business doesn’t have the products you want or need, ask them!
5. Small businesses create a sense of community. You’re much more likely to get to know a small business owner and other customers in your neighborhood.
6. You’re going to feel good Shopping Small! Get vocal on social. *Post pictures and status updates, hashtag #ShopSmall * Write positive reviews for the small businesses you love and support.
| Where you shop makes a difference, for you, your family, your community & the environment. ~ Jacquie | | | |
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