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Bridgewater - Trunk or Treat for the 4th - Sun Oct 20, 2 - 5 pm Lots of decorated vehicles for the kiddos to visit! We Gonzalez Food Truck, Black Hat Brew Works, characters to take pictures with, New Ghostbusters Movie at 5p inside of BTV. $1.00 per child. Money raised will go towards the 4th of July celebration in Bridgewater.
Bridgewater - Brockton Bruisers Roller Derby Presents: Fright Night Fight! Sat, Oct 19 Doors Open: 7p, First Whistle: 7:30p, Bridgewater State University Kelly Gymnasium, 34 Park Ave. Join this event for the ultimate clash of the creepers as Beetlejuice takes on the Ghostbusters in a thrilling short track roller derby event that will have you on the edge of your seat!
Brockton - Farmer's Market Fridays 10a-2p, through Oct 25, next to City Hall on VFW Parkway. Freitas Farm, Barbosa Family Farm, Souza Family Farm, Mai Asia Vegetables, Mig's Dogs & more!
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Brockton - Victory For Families 1st Annual Gala. Fri, Oct 18, 8-11p, Venue 727, 340 Warren Ave. A night of dining, dancing, and celebrating the hard work of single mothers in our community. To become a sponsor, please contact us at info@victoryforfamilies.org. Sponsorships can be customized to fit your company's marketing and philanthropic goals.
Brockton - Brockton Symphony Orchestra Season Opener Sun, Oct 20, 3p, Christ Congregational Church , 1350 Pleasant St. Come see Primal Power, featuring pieces by Beethoven, Vieuxtemps, and Sibelius, and 2023 BrSO Youth Concerto Competition winner and violinist Jessica Kartawidjaja. The Orchestra is proud to participate in Mass Cultural Council's Card to Culture program, EBT, ConnectorCare, and WIC cardholders two complimentary tickets per person. Reserve your tickets using their online signup
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Award winning songwriter Joe Jencks teamed up with Rose Conservatory at Brockton Public Library to tape this rousing call - to - action.
Share far and wide: You've Got to Vote!
A BuzzAround project. A HUGE thank you to Brockton Public Library, Brockton Library Foundation and the many contributors to our crowd funding effort who made this happen. For more information on the project:
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Easton - Earth and Crafts Oct 19 2 - 2:30 pm, Meet at the Visitor Center. Do you want to learn more about Borderland and the many plants and animals that call it home? Together we’ll explore the natural world in a hands on and creative way! For both guardians and children to enjoy. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Great for ages 4-12. Contact borderland.park@mass.gov with any questions.
Easton - Haunted Hayride 6 - 10p, Meet at Visitor Center. Friends of Borderland and MSG Memorial! $10 Per Ticket. Tickets will be available at the door. You can also purchase tickets eventbrite. This event is family friendly, but be advised that little ones who scare easily may not like it as much as others. Food and drinks will
be available for purchase.
Easton - 3-Floor Mansion Tours 12 - 2:30 pm, Meet at Ames Mansion. Explore the history of the estate while supporting the Friends of Borderland State Park. Volunteer tour guides will tell the story of Oakes and Blanche Ames, the mansion, and their love of nature. Tours run every 30 minutes. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Tours are $10 a person, children and Friends members are free.
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Hanson - Trick or Treat Outdoor Artisan Market Sat Oct 19 11a-3p Kiddos will get to trick or treat at each artisan booth while parading in their costumes. But beware artisans will be dressed up as well. After taking a stroll outdoors step inside to The Cozy Cottage to get “Spooked!” Artisans Den will have many raffle items available. Proceeds to be donated to Hanson Community Christmas Organization.
Hanson - Trick or Treat Outdoor Artisan Market Sat Oct 19 11a-3p Kiddos will get to trick or treat at each artisan booth while parading in their costumes. But beware artisans will be dressed up as well. After taking a stroll outdoors step inside to The Cozy Cottage to get “Spooked!” Artisans Den will have many raffle items available. Proceeds to be donated to Hanson Community Christmas Organization.
Hingham - Full Moon Hike at World's End Thur Oct 17, 6 pm Join us for a Full Moon Hike at World’s End! During this unique hiking experience, we invite you to stay after our gates have closed to enjoy a tranquil evening walk under the light of the moon. A World’s End guide will lead participants on an hour-long hike along our century-old cart paths.
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Bridgewater Community Dance ~ Special Saturday | |
*Folk * Contra * Squares
Sat Nov 16, 2024
Social 6:30 Dancing 7 - 9 pm
No partners or experience necessary, come ready to dance!
Instructed & called by Marcie Van Cleave
Exec Director of the Folk Arts Center of New England
Featuring live music:
Barbara Pixton - piano, accordion, Elaine Wince - flute
Ralph Iverson - fiddle, gadulka
Tix: $15 in advance, $20 at the door
Cedar St Community Center
15 Cedar St , Bridgewater, MA
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Pembroke - Farmer's Market Sat Oct 19, 10a-2p. Providing the community with access to fresh, locally sourced food and support local entrepreneurs. We look forward to seeing you!
Sharon - OktoberFest-themed Fundraising event for local veterans .Sat, Oct 19th, 2024! EARLY afternoon 1pm-4:30pm show!
DONATION $20 @ Sharon MA American Legion Post 106. 19th Nervous Breakdown is a Rolling Stones tribute band that celebrates the music of the greatest, rock act of all time! While not necessarily an “imitation” band, the act brings you a “Mick Jagger”-looking front man and a sound that resembles the 1972 - 1978 lineup!
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Whitman - Roller Skating Fundraiser - Sat Oct 19, 7- 10p This event is open to the public.
$10 cash donation at the door. $5 skate rental or bring your own. Costume contest for kids and adults with amazing prizes! Face painting and temp tattoos from 7-9pm. 100% of the proceeds go to Her Hope For Haiti
Whitman - Spooky Surprise! Fri, Oct 18, 4-7p, All Saints Thrift Shop, 44 Park Ave. Join us for our BONUS $5 Bag Sale! This sale is all about clothing, so grab a bag and stock up! We’ve got options for everyone—from men’s to kids’ and everything in between! P.S. Don't forget to bring a decorated pumpkin to enter our pumpkin contest!
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Upcoming Events:
Bridgewater- American Democracy at the crossroads: An Intergenerational Dialogue on the 2024 Election - Mon, Oct 28, 4-5:30p, Moakley Auditorium. Join Senior College at Bridgewater State University as we engage with our expert faculty from different generations, explore and discuss the state of democracy in America in the lead-up to the 2024 election. This distinguished panel will provide analysis of the current political trends, important historical contexts, and their thoughts on the future—offering diverse perspectives on the challenges and opportunities facing American democracy today.
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East Bridgewater - Thomas Kelley's Samhain Sojourn Tues, Oct 29, 6-7:30p, EB Public Library. A humorous exploration of the supernatural and macabre though song. Enjoy covers of the classic 'Finnegan's Wake' from 1864, Don Raye and Gene de Paul's energetic 'Headless Horseman' from 1949, Tom Lehrer's infamous 'The Irish Ballad' from 1953, along with some newer surprises.
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Halifax - Halloween Hike at Striar Conservancy Fri Oct 25, 6 - 8p. Join our annual Halloween Night Hike! Wildlands Trust volunteers and staff will take you through Striar Conservancy in Halifax to explore the trails after dark and hear local ghost stories. Take part in the storytelling by bringing your own ghost stories to share!
Hanson - EB Parade Committee Autumn Fair - Come join us on October 24th at Meadowbrook Restaurant in Hanson from 6-9 pm for our Autumn vendor craft fair. Over 25 local vendors and crafters! Each vendor/crafter is also donating a raffle! Eat, drink, shop, and be merry!
All proceeds will be donated to our upcoming 2024 parade. FREE ADMISSION!
West Bridgewater - WBYAA Turkey Trot 5K and Festivities: Nov 16 , Friendship Park, 70 Howard Street. Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the WBYAA's very first 5K Turkey Trot Road race! This exciting event is more than just a race; it's a chance to bring our community together and support our youth athletes. Every step you take helps fund crucial programs, including trash removal, field maintenance, landscaping, and scholarships, ensuring a thriving future for all our young athletes.
Sign up now and be a part of something that makes a real difference! All participants who register online by 10/20/2024 at 9:00 PM will receive a complimentary short-sleeve T-shirt! Join us for food, drinks, face painting, and a bounce house at the WBYAA Baseball Fields.
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The Buzz Around Weekender is brought to you this week by:
Jen Bellody, Alexa Pennington & Jacquelyn Rose
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