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April 7, 2024 ~
Building Community
One Positive Story at a Time.
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A Job Well Done to D.P. Kiley,
a Brockton Library Foundation Volunteer!
Richard Duval, Brockton Library Foundation (BLF) board member and book shop coordinator, presents D.P. Kiley with a certificate of appreciation for his dedicated service volunteering throughout the school year. D.P. has been extremely helpful with his weekly tasks. The Brockton Library Foundation thanks Brockton Schools and Janice for the opportunity to work with D.P., stating that he has been a pleasure to work with.
The Brockton Library Foundation is a non-profit organization that raises funds to support the Brockton Public Library. According to the membership form, which can be accessed at the following link: Brockton Library Foundation, the BLF "helps to support special library programs, such as book discussions, children’s events, and the museum pass program." To learn more about the foundation and look at volunteer opportunities, visit their website: Brockton Library Foundation.
Written by Noshin Saiyaara, Buzz Around intern, Wellesley College
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Historical Tidbit:
The Walk-Over Shoe Company
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The Walk-Over Shoe Company produced 1.167 million pairs of Army shoes during World War I.
It was founded in 1874 by George Eldon Keith under the name George E. Keith Co. and by 1920, the company opened stores across Europe and the US. In 1899, a store was established in London, and in 1902, a women's shoe line was introduced. The shoes were made in the Campello section of Brockton, Massachusetts, and Middleboro, Massachusetts.
The factory of the Walk-Over Shoe company had numerous peculiar uses. The upper floor was offices and rooms for salesmen to prepare orders, and the "club" catered to entertainment purposes, such as hosting parties, field days, carnivals, open houses, theatre shows, dances, and games such as bowling, billiards, tennis, and squash.
Written by Noshin Saiyaara, BuzzAround Intern, Wellesley College
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Submit to the City's Events Calendar:
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City Hall
45 School St 508-580-7123
Check the city website for important updates
Brockton Public Library
Main Library - 304 Main St. 508-580-7890
East Branch - 54 Kingman St. 508-580-7892
West Branch - 540 Forest Ave. 508-580-7894
Council on Aging
Temporarily at The Shaws Center,
1 Feinberg Way 508-580-7811
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Congratulations!
Michael McCormack
won a $25 gift certificate to Johnny Macaroni's Restaurant, East Bridgewater & Halifax
Bee sure to play our Historical Tidbit Trivia Game at the bottom of this newsletter.
Enter for this week's prize of
1 hour Living in the Gift coaching from GleeWorks
Learn mind-body spirit practices with Marcy Venezia building a foundation for healing.
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Honoring Ray: A Legacy of Leadership & Compassion
BuzzAround expresses sincere condolences for the passing of Ray DiPasquale, the seventh President of Massasoit Community College. As a leader, his commitment to education touched many lives. Chris Cooney, CEO of Metro South Chamber of Commerce, shared, "Ray's unique ability to uplift and respect those around him has left a lasting impact on our community." We join his family and friends in celebrating his remarkable legacy
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Fuller Craft Fair!
Sat, Apr 13 & Sun, Apr 14
10a-4p
Fuller Craft Great Room and Lounge
Shop till you drop at the 1st Annual American Craft Fair, where over 20 New England artisans will dazzle you with their handmade creations! Find unique handmade treasures while supporting artists like Tiffany DeAngelo, Kim Cutler ceramics, Dahlia Popovits weaving, planted_pigments, Cali Almy ceramics, and more!
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Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro South's 25th Anniversary Bids for Kids
Gala Auction
Fri, Apr 12
Gillette Stadium
Get ready for the event of the season... our 25th Anniversary Bids for Kids Gala Auction presented by SCU Credit Union is being held on Friday, April 12, 2024 at Gillette Stadium! Enjoy delicious hor d'oeuvres, hosted bar, special guests and exclusive experiences, raffles, and live and silent auctions featuring 100+ great items!
Don't forget, your ticket also provides admission to our After-After Party
over at Splitsville Luxury Lanes where you will find more delicious sips, snacks, live music, bowling, TopGolf, and more to cap off the night!
2024 Thomas P. Kennedy Community Service Award Honorees
- Louis M. Ricciardi | Bristol Wealth Group
- Dennis Carman | United Way of Greater Plymouth County
- Jack Yunits | Former Mayor, City of Brockton
We can't wait to see you!
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Pasta and Homemade Marinara Making
Wed, Apr 17
2-3:30p
BrPL
Story Room
Join Chef Hailey, the Founder and Head Chef of “Little Cooking Academy." The Chefs will be making fresh pasta and homemade marinara. Registration is required!
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Waves, Sound and Light
Thu, Apr 18
10-11a
BrPL
Lingos Auditorium
Explore with vibrations, absorption, and variables in our science experiments. Discover different aspects of light waves and how they are affected by objects. See, hear, and feel how sound can be transferred and have fun with color by making a classic childhood toy with Krissy Cannizzo from the Children’s Museum in Easton
For Preschool to Grade 3
Registration is required!
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City Council Ordinance Committee Meeting March 27, 2024
Video Courtesy of BCA TV
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Brockton Finance Committee Meeting
April 1st, 2024
Video Courtesy of BCA TV
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Old Bridgewater Historical Society Lecture on Old Bridgewater History by Bill Hogan
Sun, April 14
2p
OBHS Memorial Building
Following OBHS's annual meeting for members, a special lecture on how Old Bridgewater became Brockton in 1874 by Brockton's #1 fan, Bill Hogan, will be open to the public. The lecture will begin around 2 pm.
Bill Hogan is president of the Downtown Brockton Museum and a city historian and lifetime resident of Brockton. He will discuss the Old Bridgewater area 175 years ago. The OBHS focuses on preserving the history of Old Bridgewater, which now includes West Bridgewater and Brockton, Bridgewater, and East Bridgewater. For more information check out this FB post or this flyer.
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Pinches & Pounds
Old Fashioned Candy Store with a Twist!
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Need More Sweetness In Your Life?
Hard to find delectables & seasonal yummies. We make every occasion SWEEEEET!!!!
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Sinfonia Portuguesa
Sun, Apr 21
3p
Brockton Christ Congregational Church
Dance with the Symphony in our season finale! This program highlights the dazzling musical traditions of Brazil, Spain, and Portugal and invites internationally acclaimed French guitarist Jérémy Jouve to the BrSO stage. Visit etix.com/ticket to purchase a ticket.
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Brockton Cultural Affairs and Tourism Meeting
Thur, Apr 11
6p
North Baptist Church, 899 North Main Street (Or Zoom)
Come let everyone know about your groups’ activities and events and learn about what is happening in the city. For more information and to learn how to sign on you can email Anne at
Source: Anne Beauregard
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The Educators Showcase: Sharing Their Poems
Sat, Apr 27
2p
BrPL
304 Main St
The Educators Showcase spotlights numerous standout educators and gives them an opportunity to share their poetry. Schools participating include The Arnone Elementary School, Brockton High School, Massasoit Community College, New Heights Charter School, and Rose Music Conservatory. The keynote speaker is Christina Liu and several special guests will be present! Contact Philip Hasouris at 508-942-8018 and phasouris@cobma.us
Source & Photo Credit: Philip Hasouris
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Climate Can Do:
Reduce, Reuse, and Upcycle
One of the many ways that we can help against climate change is to reduce our consumption, reuse pieces that we already have, and upcycle them to make something new. Often we are quick to throw things out that we are no longer using, but why not give things a second life and keep them out of the landfills?
Ways to Reduce, Reuse, and Upcycle
- Before throwing something away, consider if you or someone else could use it again in the same or different way. Passing things on to friends, selling on marketplaces, or donating them are all ways to give something another life.
- Avoiding overconsumption is challenging, but being mindful of new purchases curbs the amount of new things being made.
- Upcycling is taking something old and making it into something new! These projects can be practical, creative and fun!
- Feel the need to shop? Going thrifting and buying second hand is a fun way to get your shopping fix in and find unusual items, inexpensively.
- The fashion industry is responsible for 10% of the world’s carbon emissions and consumes 10% of all water used industrially worldwide. (Sustainable Harvest International)
- Shop close to home and within your community. People often resell or give away things they do not need anymore. It could be just what you are looking for!
The more we reduce our consumption of products, reuse and upcycle, the more we keep out of landfills and we lower production in the first place. This also saves you money while helping to keep the environment safe for us humans.
Written by Skylar Robles, Buzz Around Intern and UMass Boston student.
Together, we can make a difference by taking action to live sustainably. Let's empower ourselves to create a better future for our planet, one step at a time.
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Brockton Bruisers Spring Fling Roller Derby!
Sat, Apr 27
7p
Bridgewater State University
34 Park Ave
Get ready to roll into spring with the Brockton Bruisers Roller Derby League! Join us for a thrilling Spring Fling-themed roller derby bout. Doors open at 7:00 pm, with the first whistle blowing at 7:30 pm.
Don't miss the action-packed showdown on wheels as our fierce teams battle it out for victory. Plus, immerse yourself in the excitement with our array of vendors offering everything from out-of-this-world art to unique roller derby merchandise. Admission is just $10 at the door, and kids under 10 get in for free. Grab your friends and family for a night of high-energy fun with the Brockton Bruisers! Visit brownpapertickets.com/events to get your tickets!
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NAACP Phenomenal Woman Awards
On Saturday, March 16th, the Brockton Area NAACP hosted their 3rd Annual Phenomenal Women Awards! According to the Brockton Area NAACP website, the event "is a platform that recognizes and honors the outstanding accomplishments of women who have made a significant impact on our community."
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NAACP Phenomenal Women Awards
3-16-24
Video Courtesy of The Brockton Channels
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Some of the highlights of the outstanding event included inspiring remarks from Branch President Phyllis Ellis, WIN Committee Chair Courtney Henderson, and more incredible speakers. The event sought to celebrate and empower the women who have made significant positive impacts on the community and saw over 80 attendees!
Here's a list of the Phenomenal Woman awardees: Shayna Barnes-Munro, Jazmine Bradsher, Ivelisse Caraballo, Nancy Herman-Centers, Donna Frett, Eva Gilbert, Bri Nichols, Soraya Présumé Calixte, Nancy Russo, and Liza Talusan.
Written by Noshin Saiyaara, Buzz Around intern, Wellesley College
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered to win:
1 hour Living in the Gift coaching from GleeWorks
Learn mind-body spirit practices with Marcy Venezia building a foundation for healing.
Historical Tidbit Question:
What are three kinds of events the Walk-Over Club hosted at their factory building?
Email your answer to:
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 April 10, 2024, 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 Jamie Puhi, Skylar Robles, Jacquelyn Rose, Noshin Saiyaara & Greg Venezia.
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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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Grounding: the practice of making oneself grounded: "to be based firmly on something"
When we are grounded, we have a firm understanding of our value as a human being. We know who we are as a person.
Sometimes this is considerably harder than one would hope, and I know I need to actively do things that ground me regularly, especially when faced with emotional challenges.
“It was when I stopped searching for home within others and lifted the foundations of home within myself I found there were no roots more intimate than those between a mind and body that have decided to be whole.” ~ Rupi Kaur
“In the vessel of your body, you yourself are the world tree, deep roots in the Earth and a crown of stars. Your essence bridges dimensions.” ~ Elizabeth Eiler
“Sacred rest is not just about sleeping or taking it easy. It consists of physical, emotional, and spiritual rest. The purpose is to promote a healthier mindset, attitudes, boundaries, relationships, productivity, and wellness as a whole person; body, mind, and spirit.”
~ Dana Arcuri
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It is not from others that we find our worth, although the mirror and energy does help when it is positive. No, we have to know ourselves well enough to reach for food to feed our roots; our buried inner core self; and strengthen those roots because some days... the wind blows and the sleet hits our leaves and branches, and we need to be firmly planted to weather the storm. ~ Jacquie |
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