On Tuesday, July 18th, The Atlantic White Shark Conservancy paid a visit to the Bridgewater Public Library. The Atlantic White Shark Conservancy is a non-profit organization based in Cape Cod that is committed to raising public awareness of white sharks. During this event, participants were read a story about sharks, followed by learning where sharks are ranked in the ocean's food chain during a coloring activity. The kids enjoyed the event so much that the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy returned for another shark-themed event on the following Tuesday, July 25th! Thank you to the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy for educating our young ones on white sharks and hosting such a fun event!

Story by: Meghan Lotti, BuzzAround Writing Intern, Bridgewater State University

Source and photos: Bridgewater Public Library FB

This Alice's Cafe program will be focusing on Local Food Favorites with John from Therapy Gardens! There will be a jeopardy-style game to test participants on their knowledge regarding local and regional foods. The COA explains that Alice's Cafe is "a program filled with arts, music, crafts, pet therapy, and good old fashioned fun. It is for anyone who is interested in forgetting about limitations and instead focusing on strengths, to enjoy other’s company, and to explore something new. Caregivers welcome!" Please RSVP to attend.

For more information check out BW COA July Top of the Hill Newsletter

Slime Making

For more information or to register visit Bridgewater Public Library Website

Each week, there will be one or several performers, as well as a food truck. Food will also be served at Black Hat Brew Works during the events. Be sure to stop by for free live music.

A big thank you to Bridgewater State University for sponsoring, and Black Hat Brew Works for helping make this year's events possible!

For more information, visit BW Music Alley website.

The BCCR will be hosting another Stand Out event and standing outside in Bridgewater Center! The topic will be “Nuclear Disarmament-Remembering Hiroshima and Nagasaki"

For more information visit BCCR FB

For more information or to register visit Father Bill's & Mainspring Volunteering

Reduce is first. It's the most important! To reduce the waste we produce, we reduce the number of products we purchase. Not only will being mindful of your purchases reduce the amount of waste on our planet, but it will also save you a a lot of money.

Reuse: Another way to help our environment is reusing the items and products that we might have thrown away unconsciously. Instead of tossing that shirt you no longer wear, donate it to someone who would wear it. Instead of purchasing a case of plastic water bottles, invest in a reusable water bottle. They are environment friendly and will keep your beverage cold.

Recycle: Recycling stops our trash from wrecking the environment. You would be surprised by the number of things that can be recycled, from mattresses to batteries; metal scraps to clothing and textiles. The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection provides a search bar on their website where you can type the name of a waste item and it will tell you how to recycle or dispose of it.

The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences explains: "Waste, and how we choose to handle it, affects our world's environment. The environment is everything around you including the air, water, land, plants, and man-made things. The waste we create has to be carefully controlled to be sure that it does not harm your environment and your health." The best way we can help protect our environment and health is to reduce, reuse, and recycle!

Bridgewater Public Library

Join the Library for a showing of the movie Book Club (2018). It is rated PG-13 and is 1 hour 44 minutes long. Enjoy complimentary popcorn and snacks. The Library explains the synopsis of the movie as, "Four friends' lives are turned upside down when their book club tackles the infamous '50 Shades of Grey.' From discovering new romance to rekindling old flames, they inspire each other to make their next chapter the best chapter."

For more information visit Book Club Movie Monday FB

Join Joe Callahan for a presentation on the origin, sources, and toxicity of PFAS. Joe Callahan is a Massachusetts DEP Licensed Site Professional (LSP), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM), and Toxics Use Reduction Planner (TURP) and is currently employed by Verdantas, LLC with over 30 years experience in the environmental consulting field. Mr. Callahan is currently Project Manager on behalf of the MassDEP Central Region in charge of investigating and if necessary mitigating potential PFAS in drinking water in a number of communities in central Massachusetts. Besides his professional responsibilities, Joe is also an active volunteer in our local community. He is the board president and long-term member of the Taunton River Watershed Alliance and a delegate of the Taunton River Stewardship Council.

For for information visit PFAS Explained FB

Bridgewater

Video courtesy of Town of Bridgewater

Video courtesy of Town of Bridgewater

Bridgewater-Raynham community members submitted their favorite recipes to compose a recipe book full of a large diversity of different appetizers, entrees, and desserts! Each recipe displays the title, who submitted it, the ingredients needed, the instructions, and the background and significance of the recipe to the submitter or associated culture.

The recipe book begins by explaining, "This recipe book was cultivated by the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Liaisons from Bridgewater-Raynham's various parent associations in the district and the Coordinator of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. In celebration of our dynamic students, caregivers, and staff, this book was created to highlight all the ways food brings people together, tells stories, and shares culture and history."

You can access this recipe book and try out some of the recipes yourself at bridge-rayn.org!

Story by: Meghan Lotti, BuzzAround Writing Intern, Bridgewater State University

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