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Brockton BuzzAround
May 11, 2025
~ Building Community One Positive Story at a Time.
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Massasoit Community College Celebrates Employees of the Month
“Massasoit is proud to recognize a hard-working and dedicated employee each month. Our March Employee of the Month was Juanita Janey, a Clerk in our Student Life Office, our April Employee of the Month was Matthew Franciosi, a Utility Plan Operator in Facilities, and our May Employee of the Month is Nathan Figueiredo, a Building Maintenance Supervisor II in Facilities. Congratulations to all!”
Repost from Massasoit Community College FB
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Happy Mother's Day!
This photo is Rocky Marciano and his mom taken at the October 2, 1952 celebration in Brockton when Rocky returned home from his title win over Jersey Joe Walcott on September 23, 1952.
Source: www.facebook.com/BaumanCollection/photos
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Submit to the City's Events Calendar:
Please follow this link to submit
City Hall
45 School St 508-580-7123
brockton.ma.us
Check the city website for important updates
Brockton Public Library
Main Library - 304 Main St. 508-580-7890
East - 54 Kingman St. 508-580-7892
West - 540 Forest Ave. 508-580-7894
brocktonpubliclibrary.org
instagram.com/teenzonebppl.
Council on Aging
Temporarily at The Shaws Center,
1 Feinberg Way 508-580-7811
Email coa@cobma.us
COA
Food Pantry
The Charity Guild 501 Main Street
Hours:
Tuesday: 10 AM to 12 PM noon*
Wednesday: 1 PM to 2:30 PM*
Thursday: 10 AM to 12 PM noon*
*or until we reach our daily food supply limit
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Congratulations!
Ann Burns
you won a
Mother's Day flowering hanging plant
(value $29)
Nessralla Farm
416 Plymouth St (Rt106) Halifax MA
nessrallafarm.com
Bee sure to play our Historical Tidbit Trivia Game at the bottom of this newsletter.
Enter for this week's prize of
a $15 e-gift card to K9 Creations Dog Grooming, East Bridgewater
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Bike with BAT Event
Thu, May 15
6-9a
Brockton Area Transit Authority Intermodal Centre 10 Commercial St
Celebrate Baystate Bike Month with BAT! Bring your bike and enjoy a ride around the city. Light refreshments will be provided. Visit www.massbike.org to RSVP.
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Brockton Garden Club Annual Plant Sale
Sat, May 17
8:30-11a
Brockton Parks and Recreation Dept.
45 Meadow Lane
Jump into spring with Brockton Garden Club’s Annual Plant Sale! With great bargains and a wide variety of plants, shrubs, and herbs, it’s a perfect way to get your garden ready for spring. The event will be held rain or shine, so come support a local tradition!
Source: Brockton Garden Club
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Brockton Library Foundation
Book Sale
Sat, May 17
10a-2p
304 Main Street
Brockton Public Library Main Branch
Help support the Brockton Library Foundation at their Book Sale on Sat, May 17. Come shop for treasures to own at bargain prices : ) All proceeds will go to the Brockton Library Foundation.
Source: Brockton Public Library
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Everyone Has a Voice Poetry Series
Sat, May 17
2p
Driscoll Art Gallery
Come share your poetry or listen to others at Brockton Public Library’s Everyone Has a Voice Poetry Series! Featured poet is Hope Fernandes, the host of the poetry series, and Brockton Poet Laureate Philip Hasouris.
Source: Brockton Public Library
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Free Spring Concert
Sun, May 18
3-4p
900 Main Street
Jump into spring with a free concert by the New England Guitar Orchestra led by Robert Bekkers at The First Lutheran Church. The concert will be followed by a reception. For more information, visit brockton.ma.us/event/free-spring-concert/.
| | Brockton Area Prevention Collaborative | | Understanding How ACES Influence Youth Prevention Services | |
This short documentary sheds light on how the opioid epidemic has impacted our young people and the ways in which adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) can be integrated into our prevention efforts.
Take time today to learn how schools and communities can help traumatized and drug endangered children learn and succeed. OpioidOverdosePreventionCoalitionFB
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K-8 Art Show
May 20 - 28
304 Main Street, Brockton Public Library Main Branch
Come show support for young local artists! Art from students around Brockton will be on display until May 28.
Source: Brockton Purockton Public Schoolslic Schools
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Brockton’s NAACP Education Committee Honors Cathy Jackson
In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, Brockton’s NAACP Education Committee is celebrating the hard work of their dedicated member, Cathy Jackson. In addition to her position on the Education Committee, Jackson also served as the Team Chairperson for Special Education in the Brockton Public Schools. Even after her retirement, she continues her passion for education by teaching at Brockton Community Schools Adult Learning Center. Brockton’s NAACP branch celebrates Jackson’s years of commitment to equitable education and lifelong work as a mentor and advocate. Congratulations, Cathy Jackson!
Written by Meghan Boucher, Emerson College BuzzAround Intern
Photo and Story Credit: Brockton Area NAACP FB
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BAMSI’s Second Annual Pride Event
Sat, May 31
12-4p
10 Christy’s Drive
Celebrate the start of pride month with BAMSI on Sat May 31! There will be food, music, and vendor tables. If you’re interested in setting up a community resource or vendor table visit bamsi.info/pride2025 for more information.
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Brockton School Committee Meeting
May 6, 2025
Video Courtesy of The Brockton Channels
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Brockton Public Library Educators Showcase
April 26, 2025
Video Courtesy of The Brockton Channels
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Metro South Chamber of Commerce Small Business & Entrepreneur Awards
May 8, 2025
Video Courtesy of The Brockton Channels
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Climate Can-Do:
Making Earth Day
Every Day!
Contributing to a healthier planet is a walk in the park!
- Bike or walk
- Carpool or take public transportation
- Choose an energy-efficient vehicle
- Make fewer trips by grouping your errands
- Drive smart: go easy on the brakes and gas, use cruise control, and keep your car well-maintained
Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle
- Reuse or repurpose containers, clothing, and cloth grocery bags
- Give clothes a second life by donating or buying used
- Know what items your local recycling programs collect, and what items are recyclable
Be H2O Smart
- Repair leaky faucets and replace old equipment like toilets and dishwashers when possible
- Turn off the water to brush teeth and shave
- Run full loads of laundry and dishes
- Collect rainwater to use in your garden
Feed People, not Landfills
- Check your refrigerator, pantry, and freezer before shopping to avoid buying foods you don't need
- Plan your meals for the week before heading to the store
- Properly store fruits and vegetables so they last longer
- Befriend your freezer and leftovers
Source: Environmental Protection Agency
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(781) 871-0033
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Brockton Baseball Parade
Repost from City of Brockton FB
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“On Sunday morning, Mayor Robert Sullivan joined in the parade and celebration for Brockton Baseball Association’s 2025 Opening Day. Enthusiastic players, families, friends, coaches, volunteers, elected officials, and sponsors came together to mark the occasion at the Downey fields. Also in attendance were MA State Senator Mike Brady, State Representative Rita Mendes, State Representative Michelle DuBois, City Council President Jeffrey Thompson, and City Councilor Jack Lally, showing their support for the community and the young athletes. In addition, a great show of support was offered to our young ballplayers by the Brockton Fire Department, Brockton Rox baseball team, Lynch's Towing, and the Rox's mascot KO. A heartfelt thank you to the many generous sponsors whose continued support makes this season possible.”
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered to win:
a $15 e-gift card to K9 Creations Dog Grooming, East Bridgewater
Historical Tidbit Question:
What day did Rocky win over Jersey Joe Walcott?
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 14, 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, Jamie Puhi, Jacquelyn Rose & Greg Venezia | | | Updates On My Bay Circuit Trail Challenge | Section 1, BCT - Hive Connect | Marc Osborne and I were off to find the northern end of the Bay Circuit Trail. Nestled in Parker River National Wildlife Refuge's Visitor Center, the Northern Terminus is an easy place to get started. | | | |
You're invited to join me as I explore Massachusetts. Day hikes are posted on BuzzAround.Org throughout the week, so check back for updates. We are hiking between the raindrops this spring : )
~ Jacquie
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