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May 21, 2023 ~
Building Community
One Positive Story at a Time.
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Whitman Food Drive
On Saturday May 12th, Letter Carriers from the National Organization of Letter Carriers held their annual food drive. With the help of our town Girl Scouts and food pantry volunteers, everyone worked together to collect over 6,500 pounds of food that was donated by the neighbors and community members of Whitman. This food was given to the Whitman Food Pantry.
A huge thank you to everyone who took part in this event! Every single donation helped to provide food for those in need. Your time and generosity was very much appreciated!
And thanks to Dunkin' and Papa Ginos for coffee, donuts, muffins and pizza for all of our volunteers to fuel up.
Story by: Meghan Lotti, BuzzAround Writing Intern, Bridgewater State University
Source and photo credit: Tina Ouellette, Whitman Food Drive Coordinator
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Historical Tidbit: 1906 Kitchen Stove
from Fairbanks Brothers Company, Inc in Whitman
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My Great Grandparents on my father's side bought a new kitchen stove, a Glenwood Range, June 28, 1906 for $13.00, the "oven section" was $3.00, a can for gasoline $1.00 and 5 gallons of gasoline $1.00 for a total of $18.00.
Respectfully submitted, Sue Basile
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Town Hall
781-618-9700
Public Library
M-Th 9:30a-8p; Fri 9:30a- 4:30p;
Sat 9:30a-4 (during school year only)
781-447-7613
Council on Aging
781-447-7619
St. Vincent de Paul/Whitman Food Pantry
By appointment only: 781-447-8560
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Congratulations!
Susan Hardimon
You won a 45 minute Reiki Treatment with
Jacquelyn Rose
Bee sure to play our Historical Tidbit Trivia Game at the bottom of this newsletter.
Enter for this week's prize of
$25 gift certificate to Johnny Macaroni's Restaurant, East Bridgewater & Halifax
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Southeastern Philharmonic Orchestra
Charming Classics A Spring Concert 2023
Performed April 23 in Whitman Town Hall
Video Courtesy of WHCA.tv
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DJ Wanted
Are you a DJ or know someone who is a DJ? Whitman Recreation is looking for a DJ to play music for their 4th of July event! This fun-filled event would be a great way for someone to gain more experience and get their name out there.
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All Saints Church Plant
and Yard Sale
Saturday May 27th
9a– 3p
44 Park Ave
Come visit the All Saints Church to do some shopping! There will be many different types of plants for sale, such as tomato, perennials, scrubs, trees, and unusual houseplants. The thrift shop will be open as well. There will also be strawberry shortcake offered at the event!
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The Whitman American Legion is hosting our 154th Memorial Day Parade forming on Monday, May 29th at 8:45a on Court Street. The parade will step off at 9:30a.
For additional information call 781-447-9094.
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The evenings are getting longer and the weather is marvelous!
Enjoy your next meal out on the patio at our
Plymouth Street location.
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Library Book and Bake Sale
The Friends of the Whitman Public Library raised $1,400 during their April Book and Bake Sale. That money will go directly to programs that benefit the Library and our community.
THANK YOU to everyone who helped make our April Book and Bake Sale a huge success:
📚 to everyone who donated books…
🍪 to everyone who baked and donated a sweet treat…
👫🏻 to Friends - new and old - for working the book sale…
🛍️ to everyone who shopped the sale…
📦 to Girl Scout Troop 82685 and Boy Scout Pack 59 for helping set up…
💖 …we are incredibly grateful. Thank you!
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Spring Family Night
Wednesday, May 24th
5–7p
Duval Elementary School
The Duval Elementary PTO will be hosting their second annual Spring Family Night! There will be a scholastic book fair, where popular books can be purchased and proceeds will support the school. There will also be a Bubble Barge with music, games, and bubbles. Ms. Stephanie from the children's library will also be issuing kids their own library cards. Make sure you stop by this fun-filled and FREE event!
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Whitman Day
Saturday, June 10th
10a–4p
Whitman Town Park
The Whitman Cultural Council will be hosting their second annual Whitman Day! This event is family friendly and will be filled with fun activities and games. There will also be food and drinks available for purchase. We will be outside in the park rain or shine!
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WHRHS Graduation Band – Seeking Alumni
The Whitman-Hanson Band is seeking alumni and community members to join their group for the High School Graduation on Friday, June 2nd! If you are interested in performing with us, please email Brian Rowe with your name and instrument. Copies of the music and future rehearsal dates will be forwarded to you. All instruments and skill levels are welcome!
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Your wish has been granted!
Our Wishing Wells are one of our best sellers. Get yours today!
1000 Plymouth St (Rt 104) • Bridgewater • (508) 697-0357
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Council on Aging's
Owl Visit
Norman Smith, raptor specialist, paid a visit to the Council on Aging Center on Tuesday, May 9th to educate everyone about owls! He provided information on the importance of protecting these amazing animals and showed off his own owl and what he can do.
Snowy Owls are the largest owls in North America. In addition to their beauty, they are also very efficient predators. Unfortunately, the Snowy Owl population is declining, and the species is not considered vulnerable to global extinction. It is important that we educate ourselves on how to help animals such as the Snowy Owl who are at risk of going into extinction. Mass Audubon is working to protect Snowy Owls.
Norman Smith, former director of Mass Audubon's Blue Hills Trailside Museum, has been studying them since 1981. As part of his research, he attaches bands and transmitters to Snowy Owls and then tracks their travels. For more information or to donate to the Snowy Owl Project visit Mass Audubon Website
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The Onstage School of Performing Arts is presenting...
Finding Nemo Jr. and Mean Girls Jr.
Sunday, June 11th
1p and 7p
The Onstage School of Performing Arts of Whitman Hanson will be performing two plays inspired by classic movies. Onstage works with their students to enhance their singing and acting abilities, as well as prepare them for performances such as these two upcoming plays. Finding Nemo Jr. will be performed at 1p, followed by Mean Girls Jr. at 7p.
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Cimate Can-Do: Bay State Bike Month
From the Berkshires to the Cape, and everywhere around and in between, riders across Massachusetts are celebrating Bay State Bike Month this May! Sunday, May 7th, was National Ride a Bike Day, and May 15th–19th is Bike to Work Week. Visit Bay State Bike Month website to find an event or register your bike - friendly event.
There are so many benefits to riding a bike, both for your health and the environment’s. Bicycles are a pollution-free mode of transport, use minimal fossil fuels, and reduce your carbon footprint! Cyclists decrease the need for the constant construction of roadways, allowing there to be more greenery than concrete. Riding a bike is also a great way to get in some exercise, giving you the serotonin boost you need to start your day! Let this be your inspiration to leave those car keys on the table, grab your bike, and enjoy a beautiful May day with the sun on your face, the wind in your hair, and your pedal to the metal.
Bay State Bike Month is supported by MassBike, a non-profit dedicated to making bicycling an integral part of human-centered communities, policies, culture, and infrastructure. Healthy, resilient communities embrace lifestyles consistent with safe and rewarding environments. To build and sustain these environments, MassBike advocates for policies that encourage and support community wellness, equity, and inclusion, enable sustainable growth, drive economic vitality, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
This Climate Can-Do Article was written by Tess Fiumefreddo, BuzzAround Writing Intern, Franklin & Marshall College. We focus on actions which individuals can do in the face of our climate emergency. We can do!
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PINCHES AND POUNDS
An old-fashioned candy store with a TWIST
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Fulfill everyone's deepest desires at Pinches & Pounds. Choose from hundreds of products like chocolates, fudge, Jelly Bellies, just to name a few.
Stop by today!
Mon - Sat: Open til 8p • Sunday 'til 6p
Online orders!
(781) 447-2639 • 785 Bedford St, Rt 18
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Find YOUR Bliss with
BLISS THROUGH YOGA!
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Start Your Week Off With a Little Monday Evening Bliss!
Svaroopa yoga excels at releasing the deep tension in your body. While the benefits of this style of yoga are profound, it is very easy to do. We use the alignment of the body, rather than a lot of effort, along with blankets for propping to make the poses accessible, supportive and effective.
516 N. Bedford St, East Bridgewater
(508) 331-3564
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Dr. Christopher Jones, Principal, Whitman-Hanson High School- SEEing to Lead
Dr. Christopher Jones' YouTube channel shares fun video shorts and school recaps. His videos also contain musings and his overall message of being purposeful and acting with integrity while building character. His most recent videos are below (we update every week, they are THAT good). To see more impactful videos, check out: youtube.com/@DrCSJones. |
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Giving Appreciation
5/7/23
Video courtesy of:
Dr. Chris Jones - SEEing to Lead
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Our Story
5/8/23 - 5/14/23
Video courtesy of:
Dr. Chris Jones - SEEing to Lead
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Little League Opening Day
On April 22nd, players, families, and coaches gathered to celebrate the 2023 opening day of Whitman's Little League. The day consisted of a parade, an opening ceremony, food, music, and fun games. They even held a contest where the team with the best signs in the parade won an ice cream party after their first game.
The support from the Whitman community during each year's opening day is very important and helps the league achieve their goal to "teach life lessons through sport that help build stronger individuals & communities."
Opening day 2023 was a complete success and a great start to the baseball season thanks to their many sponsors, volunteers, and numerous players who have a love for the game.
Story by: Meghan Lotti, BuzzAround Writing Intern, Bridgewater State University
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered to win:
$25 gift certificate to Johnny Macaroni's Restaurant, East Bridgewater & Halifax
Historical Tidbit Question:
How much did a new kitchen stove cost in 1906?
Email us your answer at:
Include your name, and phone number with your answer.
By entering, you give us permission to print your name in next week's Buzz Around.
On May 24, 2023 before 2p, we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.
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The BuzzAround is brought to you this week by Mohamed (Moe) Ibrahim, Meghan Lotti, Janice O'Brien, Jacquelyn Rose & Greg Venezia. |
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It's For the Birds!
With all of the lovely chirping that greets each new spring day, it's time to give tribute to our feathery companions.
"The bird is powered by its own life and by its motivation." ~ A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
"It's best to have failure happen early in life. It wakes up the Phoenix bird in you so you rise from the ashes." ~ Anne Baxter
"The bird fights its way out of the egg. The egg is the world. Whoever will be born must destroy a world." ~ Hermann Hesse
"God gives every bird its food, but He does not throw it into its nest." ~ Josiah Gilbert Holland
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Once, I came home from high school and found a dead pheasant and shattered glass all over my bed. So determined on his course was he, that he ran through my ground floor window. I don't know what the Universe was trying to tell me. I didn't know back then how to listen. That's one heck of a dropped call! ~ Jacquie |
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Your BuzzAround supports the dignity of all human beings, is actively anti-racist, and supportive of good law enforcement policies. |
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Copyright 2023 Buzz Around Whitman. You have our permission to share and copy this issue in its entirety as much as you like. If you take it in part, please give credit. ("Buzz Around Whitman 5/21/23")
Disclaimer: At the Buzz Around, we promote community and family. There are links to town committees and other non-profit groups, in the newsletters. Individual groups are responsible for how they represent themselves on their websites and in their promotional materials. Buzz Around is not responsible for the media content of other organizations.
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