February 9, 2025



~ Building Community One Positive Story at a Time.

BR Staff Health & Wellness Fair

On January 29, the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District held its second annual Staff Health and Wellness Fair. The staff were able to participate in a variety of activities! There was something for everyone to choose from, such as workout classes, painting, cooking, gardening, and more! The staff was also gifted B-R merchandise, entered raffles, lunch from Chartwells, coffee from The Boundless Bean, and much more!

This fair is conducted annually to thank the BR staff for everything they do for the school district. Their hard work and commitment help the students and community daily!

We thank the companies that donated, the vendors who spent the afternoon with them, and the human resources department for organizing the event. We look forward to seeing what is in store for next year!

Written by Laci Schlatz, Stonehill College

BuzzAround Intern

Source & Photo Credit: B-R Regional School District FB

Spring Youth Lacrosse Registration

Be sure to register for the youth lacrosse program while you still can. The deadline for the upcoming spring season is February 13.

Boys & Girls from preschool through eighth grade can be registered. The season will consist of two practices a week and games on Sundays.

For more information and to register, visit

BR Boys Lax. or BR Girls Lax

BCCR Standout



Sat, Feb 15

10-11a

Bridgewater Center

Summer St

Join the Bridgewater Community for Civil Rights to support Black History Month! Take a stand with them as they refuse to let Black History Month get erased.

Everyone is welcome! If you wish, you may also bring a sign.

We look forward to seeing you!

Source: Bridgewater Communities for Civil Rights

Bruins Pajama Drive

Sat, Feb. 1 - Sat, Mar. 15

9a-3:30p

Bridgewater Public Library

15 South St

The Bridgewater Public Library will accept pajama donations for the Bruins Pajama Drive!

The Boston Bruins, Cradle to Crayons, the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners, and Wonderful are partnering again to rally communities to support children in need. Bridgewater is one of these communities!

They are looking for brand-new pajamas in all sizes for all seasons. Your donations will help provide thousands of children with cozy pajamas. Make sure to donate at the Bridgewater Public Library!

Visit the Bridgewater Public Library website for more information and guidelines.

Climate Can Do: Transform Food Waste into Healthy Soil



Composting is a great way to turn any food scraps into a soil supplement that is beneficial for your yards and gardens in the springtime and indoor plants you keep year-round. After you buy a compost bin (or build your own using materials like wood or cinder blocks), follow these steps to start creating your own compost:

1. Build a 4-6 inch layer of carbon-rich material like dry leaves, twigs, shredded cardboard, or shredded paper/brown bags. (Make sure the cardboard is not waxy and covered with tape or glue!)
2. Then layer in your nitrogen-rich material. This includes fruit & veggie scraps, coffee grounds, paper filters, crushed eggshells, and grass clippings.
3. Continue layering these materials, making sure that there are about 2-3 times more carbon-rich materials in your compost. This will help air circulate! 
4. Occasionally mix the materials together and make sure they remain damp like a wet sponge. If your mixture is too wet, add more carbon-rich material. 

It is natural for the compost to heat up when you mix it. When this no longer happens, or when all the visible food scraps have decomposed, let the compost sit for at least a month before using it. Overall, the process takes three to five months to make compost. If you do not mix the pile, it can take as long as a year for the process to finish! By reducing our food waste, we can all help reduce our carbon footprint!

Written by Layla Ahmed, Brown University BuzzAround Intern

Source: US Environmental Protection Agency

Mad Science's

"Don't Try This at Home"

Wed, Feb 19

1-2p

Bridgewater Public Library

15 South St

The Bridgewater Public Library is presenting a science show with Mad Science for kids and teens! This show will consist of experiments that are not appropriate for children to try or use exotic chemicals.

Registration for the event opens February 1 at 10 am!

Make sure to register through the Bridgewater Public Library!

Volunteers For Committees



The town of Bridgewater is looking for volunteers to participate in their town committee.

The Planning Board and Bridgewater Cultural Council currently need volunteers.

The Planning Board meets on the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom.

The Cultural Council awards grants to local artists and cultural projects with funds from the Commonwealth. Without a full board, the funds cannot be distributed. Please support the culture in Bridgewater with your time. Fill out the form to express your interest.

For additional information and applications, go to the Town of Bridgewater's Website

Veteran Tax and Work-Off Program

Attention Bridgewater residence veterans! The Bridgewater Town Council recently passed the Veteran's Volunteer Service Program!

Regardless of age, our veterans may now participate in this program to save up to $1500 a year on their real estate taxes,

Participation is limited! Please don't hesitate to contact the Veteran's Office if you want to participate or have any questions.

Source: Veteran's Office FB

Planning Board Meeting

February 5, 2025

Video Courtesy of Town of Bridgewater

CERT Training

A new CERT Training is coming to Bridgewater at the beginning of March! Classes are open to all residents of Bridgewater who are over 18 years old.

Classes will be held Thursday evenings from 6:30-9 at the Bridgewater VFW, 40 Orange St.

You will be taught basic training on how to protect your family, neighbors, and community if disaster strikes.

To learn more about what CERT Training entails and to register contact Director, Dennise Caratazzola: dennise@7372.org or (774) 222-2844

Source: Bridgewater Fire Department FB page

Cadet Chief Petty Officer Promotion

At their recent awards presentation, the Gosnold Division of the Naval Sea Cadet Corps at Mass. Maritime Academy announced the promotion of William Harding to Cadet Chief Petty Officer. This is the highest rank a cadet may obtain.

As a resident of Bridgewater, Cadet Harding has been a member of the Naval Sea Cadet Corps for five years. During this time, he has completed multiple courses and advancement requirements, such as Recruit training, twice completing training at the U.S. Naval Academy, and many more. He has also helped with multiple community service details, parades, and ceremonies occurring in the town. As a result of his hard work and dedication, Harding was selected twice for Cadet of the Year and awarded the opportunity to tour Washington, D.C.

Harding thanked staff members for their encouragement and support throughout his tenure. He said that implementing honor, respect, commitment, and service into his life helped him achieve this cadet ranking. Harding instructed his shipmates of the Gosnold Division that they can do anything they set their minds to achieve and that they believe they will all accomplish great things.

Written by Laci Schlatz, Stonehill College

Source: James McLoughlin

Disability Commissions Meeting

January 28, 2025

Video Courtesy of Town of Bridgewater

Community Preservation Meeting

January 27, 2025

Video Courtesy of Town of Bridgewater

Bridgewater-Raynham’s Hockey Fights Cancer Game Scores Big for Charity

Bridgewater-Raynham Regional High School hosted its third annual Hockey Fights Cancer game on January 20th. The game occurred at the Bridgewater Ice Arena against North Attleboro High School.

The game is a fundraiser to honor the lives lost to cancer, celebrate survivors, and support selfless caregivers. The money raised from the game was donated to the American Cancer Society.

The game resulted in a tie 2-2, with Bridgewater Raynham scoring their two points in the first two periods and North Attleboro in the second two. Despite the tied score, the team reached their goal donations.

Over the past three months leading up to this hockey game, they have accepted donations, sold apparel, held raffles, and held other events to raise money for the American Cancer Society. The goal was $12,000 in donations, but now they are at $13,278!

Bridgewater Raynham vs North Attleboro

January 20th, 2025

Video courtesy of BTV

Donations are still open on the American Cancer Society website on behalf of Bridgewater-Raynham Regional High School until May 30, 2025!

Written by Laci Schlatz, Stonehill College BuzzAround Intern

Source: American Cancer Society Website

Photo Credit: BTV

WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME



Have fun with us and bee entered to win:

 a shampoo and conditioner from the Paul Mitchell Classic line (products for all hair types) from Salon Esprit, East Bridgewater. Value $33.

Historical Tidbit Question:

Who started the Bridgewater Servicemen's Canteen?

Email us your answer at:

 Prizes@buzzaround.info

Please include your name and phone number.

Prize Box Rules

By entering, you give us permission to print your name in next week's Buzz Around.

On February 12, 2025, before 2p, we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.

The Buzz Around is brought to you this week by: Jamie Puhi, Jacquelyn Rose, Laci Schlatz & Greg Venezia

Winter Humanity

“I wonder if the snow loves the trees and fields, that it kisses them so gently? And then it covers them up snug, you know, with a white quilt; and perhaps it says, "Go to sleep, darlings, till the summer comes again.”

~ Lewis Carroll, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland / Through the Looking-Glass

“Winter is not a season, it's an occupation.”

~ Sinclair Lewis

“I know the look of an apple that is roasting and sizzling on the hearth on a winter's evening, and I know the comfort that comes of eating it hot, along with some sugar and a drench of cream... I know how the nuts taken in conjunction with winter apples, cider, and doughnuts, make old people's tales and old jokes sound fresh and crisp and enchanting.” ~ Mark Twain

Remembering winters of my childhood, I wait and hope for a good 6 inches to take out the sleds, snowshoes or cross country skis.

Glistening snowflakes, trees shimmering in their white dress...breathtaking. I bundle up against the cold and wet; and come inside for tea or hot chocolate. Then I offer up gratitude for my home, my clothes, and my food. Each day, each gift, appreciated.

It's not hard to see how this weather could cause intense suffering for many. Taking time to appreciate what I have and offering compassion to those that do not, this is humanity.

~ Jacquie

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