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March 2, 2025
~ Building Community One Positive Story at a Time.
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Lyn Fitzgerald Joins the Soul Project!
"We are thrilled to introduce Lyn Fitzgerald as our new Soulful Girls Club Manager! 🎉 Lyn has been a dedicated part of our community for years, bringing her daughter Sloane to our club and embracing the mission of The Soul Project.
In her new role, Lyn will:
✨ Organize our monthly Soulful Girls Club meet-ups
✨ Foster a welcoming and inclusive space for all families
✨ Be a familiar, supportive presence at our gatherings
We are so grateful for Lyn’s passion and commitment to creating meaningful experiences for our girls. Let’s give her a warm welcome! 💜
📅 Mark your calendars! Join us for our next Soulful Girls Club meeting on Friday, March 14—we can’t wait to see you there!" Reposted from the Soul Project FB Page.
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The Soul Project's mission is to build a strong community where women of all backgrounds and abilities can cultivate purpose, self-trust, a growth mindset, and resilience in a modern world. To learn more about the organization, visit the Soul Project website. | |
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East Bridgewater's Bicentennial Cannon
In 1974, Ron Putt, Bruce Beaman, Bill Scott, and Wayne Johnson joined the Olde Bridgewater Minuteman Company to commemorate the United State's bicentennial by constructing a cannon. This cannon was a half-sized reproduction of a British six-pounder field piece, a weapon used throughout the American Revolution. The completed reproduction was 300 pounds. Putt, Beamon, Scott, and Johnson constructed it out of four wooden wheels and a massive piece of steel.
This cannon quickly became emblematic of East Bridgewater's patriotism and town pride. Putt became a licensed Competent Operator of Cannon and Mortar and received permission from the state fire marshal to fire the cannon. He only ever used black powder, never any any cannon balls. By the 1980s, he was shooting off the cannon with each of the Viking's touchdowns. He brought it to all kinds of events and celebrations, even weddings!
In 2023, Putt finally wanted to retire from his career with the cannon. Since the cannon was originally constructed to commemorate America's bicentennial, it was only fitting that the "Patriots" Football Team agreed to accept Putt's donation of the East Bridgewater Bicentennial Cannon. It is now displayed proudly in Foxboro.
Written by Crista Fiala, Dartmouth College BuzzAround Intern
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Town Hall
175 Central St
508-378-1601
eastbridgewater.gov
E. Bridgewater Public Library
32 Union St 508-378-1616
eastbridgewaterlibrary.org
Council on Aging
355 Plymouth St 508-378-1610
COA
Food Pantries
E. Bridgewater Emergency Food Pantry
Union Congregational Church
105 Pleasant St. (508) 378- 2874
2nd Wednesday from 12:30 - 2p
& last Saturday from 9:30 - 11a
St Vincent dePaul Food Pantry
St. John's Catholic Church
210 Center St, EB. (508) 378-3760
1st Monday, 3 - 5:30p, except for holidays, 3rd Monday, 3 - 4:30p, except for holidays.
ebstvincentdep9@aol.com
Free Community Meal
EBUMC 54 N. Central St.
Every Wednesday 5:30 - 6:30.
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Congratulations!
Scott Williams
won
a $25 gift certificate to Sarcastic Swine BBQ in Abington
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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Life Coaching Circle with Coach Kaitlynn
Mon, Mar 3
6:30-7:30p
484 Bedford St
Join Soul Project for Life Coaching Circle. Empowerment coach Kaitlynn will hold space and guide conversation to help you get to the core of whatever is holding you back or causing stress or resistance in your life.
Life Coaching Circle is free for ALL women, who are seeking connection, inspiration, community, and support. Kaitlynn Norwood is a life coach and therapist. For more information, visit the Soul Project website.
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be; Social Meetup | Social Group for Adults with Differing Abilities IDD
Wed, Mar 5
(First Wed every month)
6-7:30p
36 North Bedford St
be; invites adults with differing abilities/any intellectual or developmental disability to socialize, make connections, and just have fun! This group will be held in our upstairs group room. Pam and Nicole will be facilitating.
For more information, text or call 508-274-3625. be;community website.
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Brockton Area Prevention Collaborative | |
Learn more about The Science of Addiction! | |
Based on Chapter 1 of High Point Prevention Services' 2023 Drug Guidebook, this video focuses on defining addiction as a brain disorder, understanding the cycle of addiction, and recognizing the signs of addiction.
In collaboration with Anawan Studios, Prevention Services created 15 ten-minute long train-the-trainer videos to support educators with curriculum implementation.
All lessons align with the 2024 Society of Health and Physical Educators National Physical Health Education Standards.
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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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Bridgewater Bard
Thomas J. Kelley, Jr
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Add the World's Tallest Leprechaun to your gatherings this spring!
Affordable party and event entertainment with a splash of the green!
You'll be singing & clapping along!
Join in the fun, come see Thomas
March 4 at the EB Library.
To book: Contact Thomas
bridgewaterbard.com
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A Night of Jazz at Mistletoe Acres Tree Farm
Sat, Mar 22
7-10p
Mistletoe Acres Tree Farm
On March 22nd, enjoy live jazz music from 7PM to 10PM performed by the Ponte & Cheeks Quintet! We have a talented lineup, including the legendary Ray Ponte (guitar), retired Director of Music from East Bridgewater, and his incredible protégé musicians: Andrew DiCicco (saxophone), Owen Faye (keyboard), Dan Kelley (bass), and David Connell (drums). A jazzin' show from our hometown boys!
Doors open at 6:15PM with music starting at 7PM sharp. Ticket price includes passed hors d'oeuvres. Tickets available on eventbrite.
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East Bridgewater Zoning Board Meeting
2-12-25
Video Courtesy of EBCAM
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East Bridgewater Council on Aging Celebrates Longest Serving Volunteer
"Dan Ervin: Dan is our longest-serving volunteer with more than 20 years of service! He currently delivers newsletters to Senior Housing and has also delivered to other locations throughout the town. Thank you, Dan!
Dan grew up in California. Dan moved to East Bridgewater in 1996 and has been living here for 28 years."
Reposted from East Bridgewater Council on Aging February 2025 Newsletter.
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East Bridgewater Select Board Meeting
2-24-25
Video courtesy of EBCAM
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East Bridgewater School Committee Meeting 2-18-25
Video Courtesy of EBCAM
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Climate Can-Do: Help Generate Less Winter Waste!
After the white snow engulfs much of the green around us, there are still ways to have a positive impact on the environment. Here are some precautions you can take to waste less and emit less pollution this winter season:
- Bring a reusable mug: reduce plastic waste by checking out which local coffee shops will fill your clean, personal mug. Some shops even offer small bring-your-own-cup discounts.
- Reduce your use of chemical deicers like salt: Salt may melt away ice on roads, but it also introduces harmful chemicals into bodies of water, including sources of drinking water. Try mixing a smaller amount of salt with sand to help to increase friction.
- Turn your thermostat down a few degrees: Waste less energy and save on your power bill. Chilly? Keep an extra layer of clothes handy and keep your blinds and curtains open during the day to let sunlight warm your home. If your home feels drafty, arrange a free home energy assessment from Mass Save. (We all contribute to this fund in our electric bill.)
Stay warm this winter and look for small ways you can have a positive impact on our environment!
Written by Crista Fiala, Dartmouth College BuzzAround Intern
Sources: United States Environmental Protection Agency & University of Michigan
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East Bridgewater Public Schools Celebrates Success of Evening of Jazz
On Feb 12, East Bridgewater Public Schools held its annual Evening of Jazz. East Bridgewater's Mitchell Jazz Band, the Junior Jazz Band, the Senior Jazz Band, and Rhythmix Vocal Jazz Choir as well as student jazz musicians from several area high schools performed at the concert; sharing music and supporting a great cause!
"We want to thank everyone who attended tonight's Evening of Jazz. Over $870 was raised for the American Cancer Society Relay for Life! Thank you to all of the student jazz musicians from Gordon W. Mitchell School, East Bridgewater Junior Senior High School, Weymouth High School, Marshfield High School, and Oliver Ames High School! A special thanks to our guests from the She Bop Swing Orchestra for rounding out the night with a spectacular performance! And of course a huge thank you to all of the music teachers and volunteers who made this evening possible!🎤🎼" Reposed from East Bridgewater Music Parents Association FB Page
Watch all two hours of Evening of Jazz on the EBCAM YouTube Channel.
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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 year did Ron Putt donate the East Bridgewater Bicentennial Cannon to the Patriots?
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 March 5, 2025, before 2p, we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.
| The Buzz Around is brought to you this week by: Crista Fiala, Jamie Puhi, Jacquelyn Rose, & Greg Venezia. | |
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Compassion
"Grief can be the garden of compassion. If you keep your heart open through everything, your pain can become your greatest ally in your life’s search for love and wisdom.” ~ Rumi
"It is not length of life, but depth of life."
~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
"You cannot prevent the birds of sorrow from flying over your head, but you can prevent them from building nests in your hair."
~ Chinese Proverb
"More smiling, less worrying. More compassion, less judgment. More blessed, less stressed. More love, less hate.” ~ Roy T. Bennett
One love, one heart, one destiny.” ~ Bob Marley
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Have compassion for ourselves and others. Nothing makes life richer than learning to reach deeply inside and have compassion.
~ Jacquie
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