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February 11, 2024 ~
Building Community
One Positive Story at a Time.
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Thompson St.
Valentines Day Tree
The Thompson Street Tree is officially decorated with hearts and 'love' signs, with conversation heart signs surrounding the tree for this upcoming Valentines Day.
Such amazing work done by Emma, her mom Jackie, and John. Even in the cold, they came out to decorate the tree, bringing some Valentines Day spirit to Halifax!
Credit: Skylar Robles, Intern, UMass Boston
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Historical Tidbit:
Blizzard of
February 1938
The 1st photo was taken at the corner of South Street and Plymouth Street, the Town Hall is in the background.
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The 2nd photo was taken at the corner of Thompson Street and Plymouth Street. Clyde O. Bosworth's farm can be seen in the background. There is NO Stoney Weir Road or Clyde O. Bosworth Road, yet. |
~ Respectfully submitted, Sue Basile |
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Town Hall
781-294-1316
Holmes Public Library
781-293-2271
Council on Aging
506 Plymouth Street
781-293-7313
Food Pantries
Halifax Congregational Church
503 Plymouth St. (Rt 106)
781-293-6393
Tuesdays 2:30 - 4p
St Vincent De Paul
Our Lady of the Lake Church
580 Monponsett St, Halifax
(781) 293- 7971
2nd & 4th Saturday 9a
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Congratulations!
Regina Shea
won a $25 gift certificate to Johnny Macaroni's Restaurant, East Bridgewater & Halifax
Bee sure to play our Historical Tidbit Trivia Game at the bottom of this newsletter.
Enter for this week's prize of
a $15 gift certificate at
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Halifax VFW Post 6258
The local VFW holds meetings on the 2nd Thursday of each month at the Town Hall. If you are a veteran and already a member, or perhaps a member of another organization but not active, they would love to have you join.
In the last year, they have made significant contributions to the community, including providing Thanksgiving dinners, donating to charities, awarding scholarships, and more.
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"Shooting Stars" Fundraiser for Sliver Lake PTO Feb 15
Event starts at 7:00 and runs a couple hours. We are raising money while having a blast. We paint and drink step by step to create a masterpiece. Tavern on the Wharf 6 Town Wharf, Plymouth MA
Read more
epicpaintevent.com
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Halifax School Committee Meeting
February 5, 2024
Video Courtesy of Area 58
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Silver Laker Region High School Boys Varsity Hockey vs. Pembroke High School
February 3, 2024
Video Courtesy of Laker TV from SLRHS
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Johnny Macaronis Restaurant
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Everyday there is love in the air at Johnny Mac's!
Enjoy !
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Story-time at Holmes Public Library
Thursdays & Fridays
11a
470 Plymouth Street
Join the Holmes Public Library for its weekly kids' story time groups. On Thursdays, story time is tailored for 2-3 year olds. On Fridays, story time is held for 3-4 year olds.
No registration needed to attend, just stop by!
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Drop-in Knitting
Tuesdays
10a-12p
470 Plymouth Street
Join the Drop-In Knitting and Holmes Public Library Fiber Arts Group for their Drop-in Knitting event. This group welcomes everyone who loves textile crafts like knitting, crochet, quilting, and more. They meet every Tuesday for knitting, chatting, and lots of laughs~ It's one of the highlights of the week at the library!
This group is a fun and enriching resource and local inspiration for your textile handy work. If you can't make it in person, consider joining the Holmes Public Library Fiber Arts FB Group to get involved online.
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Chowder Luncheons
Fri, Feb 16 - Mar 22
11:30a-1p
503 Plymouth St
The Halifax Congregational Church will be hosting Chowder Luncheons each Friday during the Lenten Season, February 16 through March 22, from 11:30am to 1:00pm.
The luncheons will consist of your choice of Clam or Corn chowders, soup crackers, bread and butter, homemade dessert and a beverage. The cost per person is $11.00. For those who prefer to have chowder only, the cost is $9.00. Take-out is also available.
Please come and join us for a wonderful luncheon and fellowship! All are welcome!
For further information contact the Halifax Congregational Church at 781-293-6393
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Climate Can Do: Updating Massachusetts' Bottle Bill for a Greener Future
In 1983, Massachusetts launched the Bottle Bill, encouraging recycling with a $0.05 deposit on soda and beer containers. It worked well, cutting litter and boosting aluminum, plastic, and glass recycling. But times have changed, and this old bottle bill needs a modern makeover.
Two new bills are now before the Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities, and Energy and aim to address the challenges posed by today's beverage consumption habits and recycling issues.
The Proposed Expansion
Bill H.3676: An Act to Update the Bottle Bill. This bill seeks to modernize the Bottle Bill to meet current needs.
Bill H.3690/SB2104: An Act to Expand the Bottle Bill. This bill aims to broaden the Bottle Bill's coverage to include any drinkable liquid intended for human consumption.
Expanding the Bottle Bill aligns with today's beverage choices. The original law covered soft drinks, mineral water, beer, and malt beverages. Many drinks today the outdated bill doesn't include. This gap has led to more litter and waste.
Updating the definition of "beverages" in the Bottle Bill to include water, flavored waters, iced teas, coffee-based drinks, and sports drinks would give all a $0.05 deposit. This expansion is expected to generate about $20 million in new revenue, with $5 million going to the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA). EEA will use these funds for various initiatives, such as municipal recycling incentives, recycling transfer stations, source reduction, and public education.
How To Support The Bottle Bill Expansion
Your actions can help Massachusetts move towards a cleaner, more sustainable future. Join the movement and be part of positive change!
This Climate Can-Do Article was written by Jamie Puhi, and focuses on actions we can do to live more sustainably. We can do it!
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Air Duct / Vent Cleaning * Restoration & Rebuild * Water Damage & Mold
We are there when you need us!
(781) 910-5029
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Country Dance Tickets on Sale |
Folk * Circles * Contra * Squares
March 9, 2024
Social & Nibbles 5:30-6:30pm
Dancing 6:30 – 9 pm. $17 ~ only 34 tickets left!
Cedar St Community Center
15 Cedar St , Bridgewater, MA
No partners or experience necessary, come ready to dance!
Instructed & called by Sam Baumgarten
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Council on Aging: Open Art Classes
Every Friday
10a - 12p
With the help from Mass Cultural Council and Halifax Local Council, “For the Love of Art” grant will fund Open Art Classes, every Friday from 10am to 12pm at the Council on Aging. The first class is to understand what art items are needed for the artisans and what can be stored at the COA. We will offer PopArt once a month and that is a fun opportunity to encourage your creative skills.
Call COA at 781-293-7313 to sign up!
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Fun with Math & Science: STEM Playgroup
For Parents & Children 3-5 Years
Wednesdays Feb 14, 21, 28 and March 6, 13, 20
10:30a- 11:30a
Holmes Public Library
Science, Technology, Engineering & Math based playgroup for preschoolers. Young children are natural-born scientists and engineers. Explore the world around you!
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Zentangle
Wed, Feb 14
6p
470 Plymouth St
Join Debbie at Holmes Library for Zentangle: Mindful, guided drawing for all abilities.
- Relax
- Take a time-out
- Work off stress
- Feel more creative
- Improve well-being
- Gain confidence
- Have fun!
No experience needed. Supplies provided. Bring a friend!
Location: Holmes Community Room
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Open Burning Permit
Open burning permits are required for the season from Jan 15 - May 1.
Burn permits may be obtained immediately 24 hours a day by paying online at Town of Halifax. Your payment receipt serves as your valid burn permit for the season. Online registration/purchase is preferred. For residents without internet access, you may obtain a permit by mailing a check or money order made out to the Town of Halifax for $25.00 along with the physical application or you may leave the application and payment in the designated box at the front desk of the Fire Station.
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With Valentine’s Day right around the corner ~ we have you covered!
Come by and check out our beautiful rose bouquets along with gifts from local artists and all of our delicious treats!
Gift cards are always available and spring is right around the corner !
Nessralla Farm
416 Plymouth St. , Halifax, MA
(781) 293-6792
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Tell Your Favorite Local Business They Should Bee Seen Here
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Generations in Support of
the Halifax Council on Aging, Inc.
Generations is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Our purpose is to provide services, resources, and activities for seniors in the Halifax community. We raise, hold, and disperse funds for the accomplishment of those purposes. In addition, Generations also manages the Johnny Appleseed Fund which provides one-time emergency assistance to community members in need.
Board Members (pictured left to right): Louise Carbone, Rita Magnarelli (Treasurer), Carol Keegan, Jeanne Kling (Secretary), Carol Gough, John Laskey (Chair), Dottie Martel, Brian Kling (Asst. Chair) and Gerry Lambert
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Please use this form for a new Generations membership or to renew an existing one. 100% of the dues and donations go towards the COA for programming and other needs. Membership dues shall be paid between September 1st through the annual meeting (first Saturday in October) each year.
Download and print out this membership form, fill out and return to Generations at 506 Plymouth Street, Halifax. Also, please consider donating to the Johnny Appleseed Fund. This fund provides one-time emergency assistance to local residents in need.
Shared via email from Jeanne Kling, Generations Secretary
Credit: Skylar Robles, Intern, UMass Boston
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered to win:
a $15 gift certificate at
Historical Tidbit Question:
What is pictured in the background
of the first photo of the blizzard?
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 February 14, 2024, 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: Erin Payne, Alexa Pennington, Jamie Puhi, Skylar Robles, Jacquelyn Rose & Greg Venezia.
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Valentine's Wisdom: Love Yourself
“I define connection as the energy that exists between people when they feel seen, heard, and valued; when they can give and receive without judgment; and when they derive sustenance and strength from the relationship.” ~Brené Brown
"Intimacy, by its very nature, requires us to be vulnerable. Our partner, lover, or mate can know us to our very core, sometimes better than we know ourselves, and that can make any of us feel totally exposed. Intimacy can be intimidating. However, it is an amazingly freeing experience when you can be completely who you are with someone you totally trust."
~ Barton Goldsmith Ph.D.
"To share your weakness is to make yourself vulnerable; to make yourself vulnerable is to show your strength.” ~ Criss Jami
Love will never be certain, but after collecting thousands of stories, I’m willing to call this a fact: A deep sense of love and belonging is an irreducible need of all men, women, and children. We are biologically, cognitively, physically, and spiritually wired to love, to be loved, and to belong.”
~ Brené Brown
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I hope you spend this day, and every day, loving yourself, so that others can love you!
You are worth it! ~ Jacquie
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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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