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December 18, 2022 ~ Building Community One Positive Story at a Time
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Congratulations to Brockton's Cape Verdean Women United – they were named in North Easton Savings Bank's (NESB) 9th Community Voting Campaign. Each year NESB invites area non-profits to vie for a portion of their $5000 charity giving.
Cape Verdean Women United has successfully collaborated with other community organizations to bring culturally appropriate violence prevention education to the city while also encouraging, supporting, and empowering women to give back through volunteerism and community outreach. We wish them many more years of success!
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Congratulations to North Easton Savings.
They've Been Named the #1 Workplace
Boston Globe ranks the North Easton Savings Bank (NESB) as the #1 workplace in the mid-size business category. The bank has also earned recognition in the Top Workplaces Culture Excellence, Employee Appreciation, Employee Well-Being, and Professional Development categories. The awards were based on surveying employee feedback. The research company Energage conducted the annual study for the awards. For more information, visit northeastonsavingsbank.com
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Historical Tidbit:
First Christmas Trees
Brockton’s main street was a beautiful sight many generations would never forget during the holidays. The city’s main street was filled with sparkling lights, joyful department store Santas, and festive trees in the 1950s. Several hundred Christmas trees would be used to decorate the city’s main street. The First Christmas Trees used to decorate the street were transported from Shediac, New Brunswick. More than 1000 trees were unloaded for distribution on November 21st, 1952, in the city. It was a wonderful time that brought the community together.
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(George W. Burgess and Burton L. Rhue unloading Christmas Trees)
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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
10 Father Kenney Way 508-580-7811
There are 14 food pantries in Brockton.
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Congratulations!
Kathryn Kelsch
You won a A jumbo Pop- It toy
(Value $25)
WestGate Mall
Bee sure to play our Historical Tidbit Trivia Game at the bottom of this newsletter.
Enter for this week's prize of
One hour of coaching (value $80)
with Glee Works Holistic Personal Coaching
Learn mindful techniques to reduce stress
and anxiety.
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Holiday Hope Dinner & Toy Drive
Wednesday, December 21st
4p
Lincoln Congregational Church
180 Oak Street
Enjoy celebrating the holiday season with friends and family at this event in Brockton hosted by FIREWINDS OF HOPE. There will be a special live performance by Ty Hunt, Christmas raffles, photos with Mr. and Mrs. Claus, holiday activities, and more. Support families and children during these challenging times and seasons by donating gift cards ($25-$50, $50-$75, $75-$100, $100-$200, $200-$500). Also, donations of new items for all ages, such as clothing, socks, sneakers, boots, winter clothes, winter insulated coats, hats, scarves, winter thermal gloves, baby clothes of all sizes, baby diapers, 0-5 baby accessories, baby outwear, and more. Tickets are available at the entrance door for $10.
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Holiday Concert
Friday, December 23
6p
Rose Conservatory
1350 Pleasant Street
Greg Fernandes invites you to join their first Holiday Concert at the Rose Conservatory. It will be a night filled with amazing music featuring our violin, piano, handbell, guitar, and West African drumming programs supported by glorious singing from our chorus.
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Boys and Girls Club of South Metro
December Vacation Camp
December 27 - 30
7:30a - 5:30p
Brockton Clubhouse
233 Warren Avenue
Get out of the house and jump into some fun! Special theme days, activities, and more!
You can register your children on this website by clicking on the town you are from and the number of days you wish to register your child for.
Ages 5 - 18 are welcome, $30 per day per child.
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The Jubilate Chorale held their annual winter concert at Christ Congregational Church. This year's concert was called Vivaldi's Gloria
Video courtesy of BTV
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Community Kwanzaa
Wednesday,
December 28th
6 - 8:30p
575 N. Montello St.
The Cape Verdean Association invites you to enjoy an evening with friends and family to celebrate Kwanzaa and participate in the seven principles of Kwanzaa. Masks are recommended. Please RSVP by December 20th. Please RSVP to : harambeelearningculturalcenter@gmail.com
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Holiday Handmade
Quality Craftsmanship Close by!
One of A Kind Crafts @ Fuller Holiday Shop
Thru January 8th
Tuesday-Sunday, 10a - 5p
Find something special for everyone on your shopping list this holiday season! Visit the Holiday Shop for one-of-a-kind and handmade items such as jewelry, prints, glassware, clothing, home decor, and much more that you can only find at Fuller Craft Museum! Museum members receive a 10% discount on all items from the shop! Admission to the museum is free. For more information, visit FullerCraft.org.
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STREAM Ahead at the Boys and Girls Club of South Metro
10 - 11a
Monday, Jan 9
Monday, Feb 13
Monday, Mar 13
Brockton Clubhouse
233 Warren Avenue
We've added an "R" to our Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics for READING! Join the Children's Museum Easton for a fun storytime and STREAM activities event! By incorporating literacy into the programming, we are promoting critical thinking and creativity with your little one.
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Winter Clothes Drive
Monday - Friday
9a - 4p
Now until January 31st
Mayor’s Office
Town Hall
45 School Street
Mayor Sullivan is hosting a winter clothes drive to support the community by collecting new and gently used winter clothing. Donations can be dropped off at the Mayor’s Office inside City Hall until Tuesday, January 31st.
Donations being collected include
- new or gently used clean coats/jackets
- new hats, gloves, socks, and scarves
Please see the flyer or contact (508) 580-7123 for more information.
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Fusion Dolls
Doll & Toy Store in WestGate Mall
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Buy 1 doll, get 2nd half off
while supplies last!
Until Dec 12, give a child a doll
that looks like them!
Donate a doll to My Brothers Keeper.
Inside WestGate Mall
across from Kay jewelers
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Lady CJ Soulfood Cafe
& Catering
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Our Customers Say: "The food is delicious and the hospitality is amazing. They make you feel right at home…" ~ Nikki Shaydez Ortiz
Cafe: BAT Terminal
10 Commercial Street
& delivery through door dash
(508) 423-9273
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For your Climate: Frugal Beauty
Frugal living is about using & re-using: checking what you have and what's available before buying something new.
Often our beauty products are overlooked when we are thinking about living climate-friendly.
Using what you have and being mindful about your purchases is good for your wallet and for the planet.
Our Climate Can-Do Articles from Jacquie focus on life changes that we can make, which will help mitigate the environmental changes of our climate emergency. Our goal is to keep the Earth's temperature from rising 1.5˚ C to lessen the sea rise. However, there are things we can do.
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Five Tips for Managing Holiday Stress
Take the Necessary Steps to Ensure Good Health
Eat right, get plenty of sleep and make sure you have your immunizations in order to stay healthy. In order to follow through with these goals, aim to plan your week ahead. This should include lunch and dinner menu, chores, etc. to help you have control of your schedule.
Take Time for Yourself
The holidays can be “all-consuming” so it’s important to take time to do the things you love. Read a book, watch a movie, exercise and get out in the fresh air. While you are gifting others, be mindful that 10 minutes alone can be a gift to yourself.
Learn to Say No
If you are feeling overwhelmed it’s okay to say no to things you really don’t want to do or don’t feel you have time to do. Sometimes others forget or do not realize the stress that another person is under. Find the best ways to communicate your needs and wants with those around you.
Don’t Spend More Than You Can Afford During the Holidays
Overspending causes stress during the holidays and afterward when the bills come in. As referenced before, make sure to plan ahead…this includes your budget. Keep in mind, the best gifts aren’t from the department store and are instead from the heart. Look for creative ways to gift-give whether through DIY projects or bargain shopping at your local antiques or thrift store.
Try Not to Overdo It
Don’t eat or drink too much because the extra pounds, though easy to put on, are difficult to take off after the holidays. Whenever you feel the urge to rid your self of stress through eating or drinking, take 10 breaths and think through why you are having this craving and how you can put this energy elsewhere.
The holidays are a time to relax and spend time with family and friends; don’t let holiday stress get in the way.
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Brockton School Committee Meeting
12-6-22
Video Courtesy of BCA
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Brockton Planning Board Meeting
12-6-22
Video Courtesy of BCA
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Brockton's Two New Sister Cities |
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Story Credit: Primrose Morrison
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Wednesday, December 7th, was a historical moment for the City of Brockton and two fabulous cities on the Island of Fogo, Cape Verde. Mayor Robert Sullivan was honored to execute two Sister City agreements. A sister city relationship is a form of legal or social agreement between two geographically and politically distinct localities for the purpose of promoting cultural and commercial ties. Shown here signing the official documents are Mayor Fábio Vieira of Mosteiros and Mayor Nuias DaSilva of São Filipe. In attendance were State Senator Mike Brady, Brockton CFO Mr. Troy Clarkson, and Chief of Staff Sydné Marrow. These Cities are well represented in Brockton. We look forward to continued collaboration and Morabeza.
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered
to win:
One hour of coaching (value $80)
Learn mindful techniques to reduce stress
and anxiety.
Historical Tidbit Question:
How many trees were delivered to Brockton in 1952?
Email us your answer at:
Please include your name, phone number with your answer.
By entering, you give us permission to print your name in next week's Buzz Around.
On December 21, 2022 before 2p, we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.
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Chillax
Here we are in the thick of the holidays. We get tense, so many places to be, so many things to do. Time to get rid of unrealistic expectations, and time to relax. Take a chill note from the weather, and chillax.
“It is not fitting, when one is in God’s service, to have a gloomy face or a chilling look.” ~ Francis of Assisi
“I’m the most chill person I know… I’m happy with myself… I’m not perfect, but I’m cool with that.” ~ Freddie Prinze, Jr.
“Sometimes the most important thing in a whole day is the rest we take between two deep breaths.” ~ Etty Hillesum
“Don’t underestimate the value of Doing Nothing, of just going along, listening to all the things you can’t hear, and not bothering.” ~ A.A. Milne
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My goal this week is to stop, breath deeply, and stare at my string of lights, what's yours? ~ Jacquie
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The Buzz Around is brought to you this week by: Jen Bellody, Mohamed (Moe) Ibrahim, Janice O'Brien, Jacquelyn Rose, Leanna Silva & Gregory 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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