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June 11, 2023
~ Building Community
One Positive Story at a Time.
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Students Experience a
Rob Surette Speed Painting Performance
Art has the ability to amaze minds and change the world, as the students at Laliberte Elementary School had the opportunity to discover on Tuesday, June 6. Rob Surette, a world reknowned speed-painter, gave an exhilarating performance for the entire school. He created a plethora of portraits depicting well-known figures across history and culture, much to the awe and cheers of the students.
The kids were thrilled during the show.
Story Credit: Angel Benjamin, BuzzAround Writing Intern, Brown University
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Rev. Perez Fobes
Perez Fobes was born in Bridgewater, Massachusetts, on September 21, 1742. He was one of twelve children and showed an early disposition to piety and study, but suffered from poor health.
He taught school and graduated from Harvard in 1762. He was considered well-read and a successful orator. He was licensed to preach, and on November 19, 1766, was ordained as pastor of the Congregational Church in Raynham. Rev. Fobes was the second minister of Raynham and its most famous. Soon after he became minister, he started a school at home. It is said that the schools in Raynham during Fobes' ministry were of a higher order than in adjacent towns. He served in Raynham for the rest of his life.
Fobes was vice-president of Brown University in 1786 and was appointed president from June 1 to September 1, 1786, when President Manning was elected representative to Congress. Later in the year he was named professor of natural philosophy, replacing Joseph Brown, who had died in 1785. On August 1, 1791, four days after the death of Manning, Fobes was requested by the Corporation to "attend the College from this time 'till Commencement to supervise the instruction of the Students & perform prayers &c." In 1792, he received his LL.D (honorary law doctorate) from Brown University. Fobes allowed the College the use of his personal scientific equipment, and when he resigned in 1798, he left behind the instruments, of which the College paid him fifty dollars a year for the use.
In addition to publishing sermons, Fobes also wrote a history of Raynham in 1793. In 1796, he was placed in charge of Bristol Academy in Massachusetts, where he encouraged students to come to Brown University. Dr. Perez Fobes died on February 23, 1812, in Raynham, Massachusetts.
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TOWN HALL
Town Clerk
508-824-2700
Treasurer/Collector
508-824-2702
Assessors 508-824-2704
Selectmen 508-824-2707
Building Dept. 508-824-2708
Board of Health 508-824-2766
Planning 508-824-2745
Veterans Service Officer 508-828-4527
Public Library
508-823-1344
Council on Aging
508-824-2740
Food Pantry
2nd and 4th Thursday of the month
9 - 11a
494 Church St, Raynham
774-406-5612
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Congratulations!
Betsy Randall
You won a $15 gift certificate to Pinches & Pounds
Candy Store Rt 18, Whitman!
Bee sure to play our Historical Tidbit Trivia Game at the bottom of this newsletter.
Enter for this week's prize of
a 45 minute Reiki Treatment with
Jacquelyn Rose
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Stone Church Summer Concerts
Stone Church just announced their summer concerts lineup! Each concert will be at 7p on Wednesdays starting July 12 throughout the summer are are free to anyone who would like to come listen!
July 12 the first show is with the Roy Scott Big Band for some swing & jazz
Here is the full list of concerts this summer.
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Summer Reading
Kickoff Party
Wednesday, June 24
10:30a
760 South Main St
Drum to the Beat will be here to kickoff our Summer Reading Program by presenting Exploring the Rythm in You, a hands-on exploration of the beats and rhythms we all create and use in our daily lives.
This is an all-ages drum circle where everyone will get to play beautiful authentic drums and rhythm instruments and learn songs from a variety of cultures.
The drum circle will be followed by a craft, and the opportunity to sign-up for our Summer Reading Challenge.
Join us for a musical celebration of connection, community, and joy! Please register.
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Our Wishing Wells are one of our best sellers. Get yours today!
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Magic Show
Wednesday, June 21
2:30p
2215 King Philip St
Join us at the Raynham Senior Center to witness Dennis the Magician perform a magic show with tricks and laughs. Prepare to be dazzled and amazed!
To learn more and sign up, call the Raynham Senior Center at (508)-824-2740.
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Raynham Middle School Spring Concert
June 2, 2023
Video Courtesy of The Raynham Channel
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Lunch and Singo
Wednesday, June 21
11a
2215 King Philip Street
Join for a round or two of bingo with a musical spin at the Raynham Senior Center. Singo combines bingo and music where players listen out for song titles instead of numbers. Lunch will be provided for $3 and includes a sandwich, chips, and dessert. Register by Thursday June 15th.
To sign up, call (508)-824-2740.
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Climate Can-Do: Start Your Own Garden
With summer and the warmer weather approaching, gardening is a fun project for your family and yourself to work on together. Whether you have a green thumb or not, gardening is a great and simple hobby to take up. It also has many benefits for yourself and the Earth.
All plants go through the process of photosynthesis, which is when plants intake water and the atmosphere's carbon dioxide. In return, the plant releases fresh oxygen for us to breath and enjoy. Therefore, more plants result in more oxygen, a crucial element our bodies need!
In addition to improving our environment, gardening is proven to improve your mental health as well. Gardening has been found to lower stress and anxiety levels, as well as increase mindfulness and gratification. The Mayo Clinic Health System Website states that "It's very gratifying to plant, tend, harvest and share your own food. Routines provide structure to our day and are linked to improved mental health. Gardening routines, like watering and weeding, can create a soothing rhythm to ease stress."
The National Agricultural Library Website has numerous resources from gardening tips to factsheets about every vegetable or flower you may be interested in planting. The website highlights that, "A well-kept vegetable garden is a source not only of profit to the gardener but of pleasure to the entire family."
This Climate Can-Do Article was written by Meghan Lotti, BuzzAround Writing Intern, Bridgewater State University. We focus on actions which individuals can do in the face of our climate emergency. We can do!
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Board of Selectmen Meeting
May 30, 2023
Video Courtesy of The Raynham Channel
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Planning Board Meeting
June 1, 2023
Video Courtesy of The Raynham Channel
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Author Talk
with Alex Myers
Tuesday June 27
7p
Zoom
Attend a conversation with author Alex Myers about his book “Revolutionary”, where he retells the story of Deborah Sampson, a woman who bravely fought in the Revolutionary War in the disguise of a man. Dive deep into the process and ideas that went behind the creation of this historical fiction novel.
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Sew a Llama
Wednesday June 28
6:30p
760 S Main St
If you’re in the mood for some arts and crafts, feel free to attend a sewing activity at the Raynham Public Library to make your own mini felt llama. It’s the perfect activity for some mindfulness and creativity. No prior knowledge is required.
To register, click here.
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Raynham Memorial Day Ceremony
& Memorial Day Parade 2023
Videos Courtesy of The Raynham Channel
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A Beautiful Raynham Memorial Day Parade!
As mini American flags dotted the path of the Raynham Memorial Day Parade on May 27th, many people were in attendance with cheers and applause in support of the annual tribute to the many U.S. soldiers who had fought and died bravely during their service. Members of all parts of the community, such as the BRRHS Marching Band, Raynham Girl Scouts, and local first responders marched together in a long procession. Throughout it all, the American flag flew high from one of the Raynham Fire Department’s own firetrucks in salute to all fallen military and their sacrifice.
Story Credit: Angel Benjamin, BuzzAround Writing Intern, Brown University
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered to win:
a 45 minute Reiki Treatment with
Jacquelyn Rose
Historical Tidbit Question:
How many siblings did Reverend Perez Fobes have?
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 June 14, 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, Angel Benjamin, Mohamed (Moe) Ibrahim, Meghan Lotti, Fatina Mulumba, Janice O'Brien, Jacquelyn Rose & Greg Venezia. |
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“Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new.” ~ Albert Einstein
“Any book that helps a child to form a habit of reading, to make reading one of his deep and continuing needs, is good for him.”
~ Maya Angelou
“The cure for boredom is curiosity. There is no cure for curiosity.” ~ Dorothy Parker
"Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire." ~ William Butler Yeats
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I always loved summer school with my boys ... the geography of rocks and biology of trees; glacial formations and mountains; the energy of a warm fire and the transformation of matter when cooked on.
Marine biology and earth sciences in watching the tides and digging sand; the physics of wind in the sails and the pedal turns of our bicycles. Painting & craft projects while sitting in the shade of a tree. Yup, summer is a real STEAM education! Enjoy! ~ Jacquie
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