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May 21, 2023 ~
Building Community
One Positive Story at a Time.
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Annual S.A.L.T Breakfast
Fabulous turnout for our Annual S.A.L.T. (Seniors And Law Enforcement Together) Breakfast! Many thanks to District Attorney Tim Cruz, Minh Tran and Christina Fitzgerald of his office, Becky Lee and Lori Sullivan from the The Plymouth County Sheriff's Department, Chief Harhen and Captain Kelley from the East Bridgewater Fire Department, EB Veterans Service Officer, Chris Buckley and Selectmen Dave Sheedy. Also, thank you Michele and Joanne, volunteers and S.A.L.T. council members. Your help is always appreciated!! Matthew Gifford from the Attorney General's Office, talked about being a "Savvy Senior" and how to avoid being scammed. Great presentation!
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Historical Tidbit: EB's Youth Hostel
Part 3
EB's First Parish Unitarian Church opened a Youth Hostel in 1970 when Reverend Rich brought a transcontinental Canadian Pullman car to the church property. Hostelling, International (HI) was founded in 1932. It is the largest hostel network in the world with 61 Member Associations operating over 3,000 hostels in 59 countries.
A few weeks ago, I ran into Cyrus Comninos, manager of the First Church's Hostel between October of 1980 and October of 1987.
Here is Part 3 : Cyrus's Memorable Stories.
"The weekend in 1984 when a commercial was filmed at the Train Hostel on the 50th anniversary of American Youth Hostel. On that weekend three different youth groups ...from New York, Massachusetts, and Washington DC...became part of the television ad."
"A Quaker School from Philadelphia, and a Pennsylvania track team who came for many years in a row in order to participate in an Archdiocese track meet in Boston."
"Two different couples met at the hostel and subsequently married: John Allen, a bicycle expert and translator of books and Ellie, a math teacher, and Kieran O 'Malley from County Mayo, (Ireland), a future auto engineer and Kate, a hostel houseparent who is now a communication specialist for a New England University"
"Finally a visitor from England, John Forshaw, who worked on a 2000 acre estate for a lord in Braemore England and who stayed at the hostel in order to research New England Industrial Museums. John was an antique industrial machine Museum curator on the estate. I introduced him to Don Randall from Halifax MA who helped John find more museums where he could do his research."
Meeting Cyrus was a bit of serendipity, Universal Energy or the Holy Spirit, as we met by chance in a deli in Concord, MA on Patriot's Day. No mater what you call it, this was a fascinating piece of EB history, showing how a bit of hospitality can bring people together, and I am honored to be able to share it with you.
~ Jacquelyn Rose
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Town Hall
175 Central St
508-378-1601
E. Bridgewater Public Library
32 Union St 508-378-1616
Council on Aging
355 Plymouth St 508-378-1610
Email & phone contact only
Food Pantries
Union Congregational Church
105 Pleasant St
2nd Wednesday from 12:30 - 2p
& last Saturday from 9:30 - 11a
Pre-Packed bags for pick up only.
St Vincent dePaul Food Pantry
St. John's Catholic Church
210 Center St, EB
(508) 378-3760
Pantry days will be the first Monday of the month, except for holidays, 3 - 5:30p, and the third Monday, 3p - 4:30p, except for holidays.
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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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The Town of East Bridgewater’s 2023 Bicentennial 155th Commemoration of MEMORIAL DAY
Monday, May 29, 2023
10a
Town Common
Come join the Town of East Bridgewater in Ceremonial Exercises memorializing those who have made the supreme sacrifice for us and for our country. Following the ceremony, a family style chicken barbecue will be held in the Peter Moskos Pavilion located at the East Bridgewater Commercial Club. www.eastbridgewaterma.gov
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A big congratulations to the Bridgewater's Ousamequin Club on celebrating their 125th anniversary! In honor of this, Senator Walter F. Timilty presented the group with a Senate Resolution. Since 1898, this group of wonderful women has enhanced the well being of our community and are part of the General Federation of Women's Clubs (GFWC). Thank you for making our society a better place!
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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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Sooo much 200th Anniversary FUN!!!
East Bridgewater Alumni Concert
Wednesday, May 24
7p
Hey EB former students and EB alumni!
We are hosting an Alumni Concert in East Bridgewater on May 24th, to celebrate the Bicentennial of EB!
LOVE to have you come sing and/or play! Mr. Ray Ponte will be conducting the alumni band, and Ms. Sheri Fernandes will be conducting the alumni chorus. With special guest band Four in a Row and there *could* be an appearance by a band called Dale and the Duds. Please consider filling out this Google Form even if you cannot attend, as there are a few questions about your favorite EB memories! Livestreamed.
Spread the word, and ask your friends to fill out the Google Form. Thanks friends!
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Book Sale
Friday, June 9th, 2–5pm
Saturday, June 10th, 9a–12p
The Friends of the East Bridgewater Public Library will be hosting a book sale for all ages! There will be books, CDs, books on CDs, DVDs, and puzzles for sale. This event will take place in the Community room and 2nd floor at the EBPL.
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Soulful Girls Club 2nd Annual
Formal Ball
Friday, June 2nd
5:30–8:30p
Ferry Hill Center in Marshfield
The Soul Project will be hosting their 2nd annual Formal Ball for the Soulful Girls Club!
Soulful Girls Club is a safe space for young girls and teens with intellectual and developmental differences to come together and celebrate who they are as individuals.
The night will consist of dancing and several fun activities for the girls to engage in. The event is free of charge and girls are welcome to bring two caregivers to join in on the celebration. For more information and to register visit The Soul Project Website
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3rd Annual Celebration of Multiculturalism Essay Contest
What is your dream of a truly multicultural America? How do you hope to pursue that dream?
Community Coalition for Change is proud to announce the 3rd Annual Celebration of Multiculturalism Essay Contest. This contest invites students in grades 6-12 to share their dream of a truly multicultural America and how they hope to pursue that dream.
There will be two prizes awarded in the amount of $250, one for grades 6-8 and one for grades 9-12. All submissions must be original, unpublished work written by the submitter. Creativity is encouraged, and strict adherence to formal English writing is not required. Submissions must be 1-2 pages in Arial 11-point font or Times New Roman 12-point font, double-spaced. Don't forget to include your name, age, city/town, and grade in school with your submission, as well as an email address and phone number (parent/guardian contact may be listed). All submissions must be emailed to ebcc4change@gmail.com by May 25, 2023. Show off your creativity and share your dream for a truly multicultural America!
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EB Public Schools Pops Concert 2023
- Night 1, Friday, April 28, 2023
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EB Public Schools Pops Concert 2023
- Night 2, Saturday, April 29, 2023
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Got Thatch?
We've got you covered!
Rent one of our thatchers and make short work of renewing your lawn!
Work smarter, not harder!
10 Bedford Park, Bridgewater
(508) 279-0950
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Benefits of Our Water Damage Repair Service
Water Damage is a common problem for properties throughout Massachusetts every year. When you need water damage repair, contact Moldguys Restoration!
Read more
www.moldguysrestoration.com
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Metro South Chamber of Commerce's
Restaurant Week
Sunday, June 4th - Thursday, June 8th
Support your local restaurants by participating in the 2nd annual Metro South Chamber of Commerce Restaurant week! Many regional favorites are taking part in this event, providing special offers to their customers. Make sure you snap a photo of yourself dining out or of your delicious food to help promote the event and restaurant through your social media.
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EB Garden Club
Spring Plant Sale
EB Town Hall Lawn
175 Central St
Saturday, May 27
9a - 2p
(rain date May 28)
Large assortment of Vegetables, Herbs, Annuals & Perennials
Money raised goes toward town beautification, scholarship & the EB Food Pantry
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Climate 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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Annual Town Rabies Clinic
Monday, June 5th
5–7p
Sachem Rock Farm
335 Plymouth Street
5-6p for cats only
6-7p dogs
Cost: $10 per pet. Cash only
All cats must be in carriers, and all dogs MUST be leashed. Pets must be more than 12 weeks old at the time of vaccination.
Owners must bring proof of previous Rabies vaccinations in order to receive a 3-year booster. All pets who were previously vaccinated for rabies and have proof of vaccination, are eligible for a 3 year booster, regardless of the expiration date of their previous Rabies vaccine. If no documentation can be produced, the pet will receive a 1-year booster.
We will also be collecting donations of new pet items to be given to a local shelter. Acceptable items include pet food, treats, cat litter, litter pans, toys, leashes, food bowls, and cleaning supplies.
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Town of East Bridgewater
Special & Annual Town Meeting video
from 5-8-23
Courtesy of EBCAM
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Annual and Special Town Meetings Continued
MONDAY, JUNE 5, 2023
7p
EBJS High School
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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:
What was the name of the hostel visitor from England?
Email us your answer at:
Please 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 Buzz Around is brought to you this week by: Jen Bellody, Mohamed (Moe) Ibrahim, Meghan Lotti, Janice O'Brien, Jacquelyn Rose, Fatina Mulumba & 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 Baxtera
"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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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. BuzzAround is not responsible for the media content of other organizations.
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