On a rather cool August Sunday, a new craft store, The Craftpreneur, held its first-ever open crafts market event. It was a way for crafters to sell their own products or unwanted scraps and materials. From spools of yarn, pieces of fabric, leftover drinking glasses, patterns, to stranger trinkets and bobs, anything that could be used in crafting were all found here. Many of these crafters began their work in 2020, focusing on being creative during the Covid lockdown, and already had a large stockpile of extras.

The Craftpreneur is a clothing print store in Raynham that was established in 2020 as well. Craftpreneur Kelly Parker has always been interested in the arts, mainly clothes creation and crafts. She’s always had the idea for a crafts-based store, and around the time of the pandemic, started to make her dream a reality. Initially it was a vinyl store and evolved into a general clothes and crafts store; which, with the help and support from her family, has become a thriving business.

Always one to make things happen, Kelly's Craftpreneur has been a part of many different events: Bark in the Park, Black Hat Brew Works' Summerfest, and Fire for Effect Foundation's efforts to help veterans. Another open crafts fair with more supplies will be held October 8 so definitely check them out then! 

Story, Writing and Photo Credit: Brian Coleman, Intern, Bridgewater State University

Edited by J. Rose

Labor Day was created to recognize the social and economic achievements made by American workers in the nineteenth century. There was such excitement at the improvements in our quality of life, state and local celebrations around the country were organized by workers and unions. Between 1885 - 1894, 32 states had passed an official Labor Day holiday. Although there is not a clear founder, records show Peter J McGuire (General Secretary of the Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners), and Matthew Maguire ( a machinist and Secretary of the Central Labor Union in New York) both played a role in the founding of a national Labor Day.

President Grover Cleveland made Labor Day national holiday, signing it into law, June 28, 1894 for the first Monday in September. Labor Day is often celebrated with parades, parties, and festivals.

By Siara Morel Ortiz, Intern, UMass Boston.

Source: U.S Department of Labor

 Rain Date: Sept 24th

With various vendors and activities at the event, it'll sure be a blast. Free admission to most attractions! Donations of non-perishable food items will be collected at the entrance to benefit the Raynham Food Basket.

Come celebrate all that makes Raynham special. Raynham and surrounding area organizations/ businesses will have displays/ booths set up for guests to view. Demonstrations and entertainment for both children and adults including live music by the Bridgewater Antiphonal Brass Band, Raynham Fire and Raynham Police demonstrations, Open House at the Senior Center, a bake sale, pie baking contest, magic show, face painting, animals, and much more!

This is a public, family-friendly event organized by the Raynham Association of Volunteers for Education, (R.A.V.E.), Inc., for the Town of Raynham.

More information: Raynham Community Day FB

September 26th, 2023, October 17th, 2023

November 14th, 2023, December 12th, 2023

January 23rd, 2024, February 27th, 2024, March 26th, 2024, April 23rd, 2023, May 14th, 2024, June 11th, 2024

For more information, visit the RMSPO on Facebook

The Raynham Cultural Council is now offering grants to any organization, school or individual who is offering to support cultural activities in the community of Raynham. These grants would be able to support exhibits, performances, or other fun activities for the town.

More Information can be found here: local cultural council program

As well. there's an informational session on Sept. 12th at 6p

Registration for the informational: how to apply for a local cultural council grant

The Massachusetts Broadband Institute needs your input. The survey asks people about their experience using the Internet in the state. Massachusetts can provide everyone with better internet service and digital support by providing your input. To fill out the survey, visit the Massachusetts Broadband Institute website.

Raynham Board of Appeals

August 23, 2023

Video Courtesy of The Raynham Channel

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RAYNHAM HIGHWAY Construction Project Update

Mill Street Bridge project schedule: EVERSOUCE will begin the gas main relocation on 9/5/23 with an estimated 3 weeks duration. Road closure maybe intermittent. Tree cutting was completed in August and utility relocation is in process.

Construction begins in September through late November. More Information can be found here:

Fashion is another tool to help combat climate change and protect the environment.

First, how does fashion harm the environment? In efforts to meet demands and popularity for society’s trendiest clothes, many big clothing brands end up wasting fabrics and energy as they rush to pump out clothes for consumers at cheap prices. This is known as fast fashion.

According to the United Nations Environment Program, the “pollution, waste, and emissions of fast fashion are fueling the planetary crisis” as "plastic fibers are polluting the oceans”. In addition, the “wastewater and toxic dyes” from the industrial plants that are used to create the clothes only further contaminate the surrounding natural environments.

Sustainable clothing: While buying sustainable and organic clothing is a healthier alternative, it can also be expensive or inaccessible for many people. Fortunately, there are still many ways to limit your own fashion consumption and help the planet without sacrificing your wallet.

Diversify your clothing store options: Buying secondhand clothing from local thrift stores or on-line platforms such as ThredUp, Depop, and Poshmark is an excellent alternative for getting clothes.

Consider clothes before buying them: We all have that item, or a few, that sit in the back of the closet untouched for the past two years. This is why the Milken Institute School of Public Health at George Washington University suggests buying an item only if you can see yourself wearing it at least 30 times. Thinking twice is a good way to limit how much fast fashion and wasted clothing ends up crowding your closet.

Support brands that have good sustainability practices: This online directory: Good on You allows you to search your favorite brands and view their sustainability/ethical work ratings. The website also provides a wide range of stores that solely produce sustainable fashion that you can occasionally invest in.

By researching, staying mindful, and practicing eco-friendly shopping habits, you can reduce carbon costs and the impact of waste on our landfills and atmosphere!

In collaboration with the Non-profit Triumph, the Raynham Public Library is offering educational lessons about dance and songs in from other countries.

The Raynham Public Library is offering a Arts and Crafts Session for Adults with Developmental Disabilities. This program is meant to bring people together, and will be a way for people to make new friends and express their creativity!

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