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September 1, 2024
~ Building Community One Positive Story at a Time.
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City of Brockton Recycle Depot
Mon-Sat
8:30a-3p
300 Oak Hill Way (across from UPS)
Clean and organized, Brockton Recycle Depot provides a convenient location for residents and businesses to responsibly dispose of various items.
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Accepted materials include household recycling like paper, cardboard, glass bottles, plastic containers (#1-5, 7), metal and aluminum cans, textiles, and more. Automotive items such as car tires, waste oil, and antifreeze can also be dropped off, along with mercury-containing materials like fluorescent lights and thermometers. Appliances and electronics, including refrigerators, air conditioners, and small appliances, are accepted as well.
For more information: Brockton Recycle Depot Detail
Photo credit: J. Rose
Story credit: Wenhan Liu, BuzzAround Intern, Boston University
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Historical Tidbit:
A Poet of Brockton
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This is 815 Belmont Street opposite Linwood Street. It was built in 1754. Back in the early 1800's, a famous poet named William Cullen Bryant lived in the house while he studied law with a West Bridgewater lawyer. The house at that time was in North Bridgewater. Cullen went on to be the editor for 50 years of the New York Evening Post. It was written in a book entitled "Brockton and It's Centennial" that Bryant penned the following to a friend.
“I went last week with my brother John to Plymouth, where I was admitted to the practice of law fifty-nine years ago. . . . On our return, we stopped at North Bridgewater, where my
father and mother were born and there stumbled upon a Bryant, 'a solid' man of North Bridgewater, now called Brockton, who took us to the house where my grandfather, Dr. Philip Bryant, lived, and to the graveyard where he and his wife Silence, lie buried beside my great grandparents. The whole place resounds, rather rattles, with the machinery of shoeshops, which turn out millions of shoes, not one of which, I am machinery of shoeshops, which turn out millions of shoes.”
Photo and story credit: Ed Williams
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Submit to the City's Events Calendar:
Please follow this link to submit
City Hall
45 School St 508-580-7123
brockton.ma.us
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
brocktonpubliclibrary.org
instagram.com/teenzonebppl.
Council on Aging
Temporarily at The Shaws Center,
1 Feinberg Way 508-580-7811
Email coa@cobma.us & phone contact only
COA
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Congratulations!
Michelle VanVoorhis
won
a 45-minute Reiki Treatment with
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Bee sure to play our Historical Tidbit Trivia Game at the bottom of this newsletter.
Enter for this week's prize of
an exceptional Jersey T-shirt from Unique Strides Tutoring
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FREE Employment Workshop
Sat, Sep 7
10a-2:30p
Massasoit Community College
1 Massasoit BLVD
This workshop is designed for immigrant professionals looking to build successful careers in the U.S. Participants will have the opportunity to meet and learn from successful professionals, engage with employers, and network with peers for support and advice. Topics covered will include job application tips, resume creation, civil engagement resources, career pathways in healthcare, IT, and other industries, and educational advancement opportunities. Don't miss this valuable chance to connect with experts and peers in your field. Space is limited, so be sure to register today!
Source: Brockton Adult Learning Center FB Post
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Magical Family Movie Brunch
Sat, Sep 7
10a-12p
1041 Pearl St Suite L
This fun-filled event is perfect for families with children ages 4 to 10. Enjoy a delightful morning with popcorn, brunch, and a special screening of Disney's Encanto! Space is limited, so be sure to register in advance to secure your spot. Each child will also receive a gift basket. Please note that parents or guardians must remain with their children during the event. Don’t miss this opportunity for some quality family time!
Source: The Family Center at Community Connections of Brockton FB Post
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Plymouth County Check Presentation to the City of Brockton 8-15-24
Video Courtesy of the Brockton Channels
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The primary elections are coming up on September 3rd, and your vote matters! There’s also the option for early voting.
Brockton has numerous voting locations, so the easiest way to find your nearest polling place is to use the official state website. Simply click the link below, enter your address, and find out exactly where to vote: Where Do I Vote?
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Volunteer with BUILD Boston! | |
BUILD Boston is recruiting volunteers to serve as weekly Business Team Coaches at Randolph High! This unique volunteer opportunity supports youth entrepreneurs in building their own businesses.
For more information, visit Build.org.
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Brockton Public Schools Fall Open Houses
As autumn approaches, Brockton Public Schools is gearing up for a series of Fall Open Houses, providing an excellent opportunity for students, parents, and community members to connect with teachers and school staff. These open houses, scheduled across various dates in September and October, are designed to welcome families into the school community, share important information about the upcoming academic year, and foster strong relationships between home and school.
Mark your calendars for the following dates:
- September 10: Therapeutic Day School (5-7 PM)
- September 12: Brockton High, Promise, Champion (5-7 PM)
- September 18: Hancock (5-7 PM)
- September 19: Downey, Kennedy, Baker, Davis, Raymond (5-7 PM)
- September 24: Plouffe (5-7 PM)
- September 26: North, South, East, West, Ashfield, BVLA (5-7 PM)
- October 1: Barrett Russell, Brookfield, Arnone, Angelo, George, Gilmore (5-7 PM)
These open houses are an excellent chance to meet educators, tour the facilities, and gain insights into the school's programs and initiatives. All families are encouraged to attend and engage with the school community as the new school year begins!
Source: Brockton Public Schools FB Post
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Fall 1 Session Registration
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro South have officially opened registration for their Fall 1 Session of specialty enrichment programming! Running from September 16th through October 26th, this session offers a wide variety of exciting activities for kids, including athletic opportunities, mindfulness and meditation, creative essentials, and the always popular Young Chefs program. Whether your child is interested in sports, creative arts, or learning new skills in the kitchen, there's something for everyone. Don’t miss out—register now to secure a spot for your child in these enriching and fun programs!
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Climate Can Do: Overconsumption and Sustainable Practices
What Is Overconsumption?
Overconsumption is the excessive consumption or use of something. Without change we could eventually run out, or create more than we can dispose of.
How Can We Help?
Live sustainably, make lifestyle choices that help you and the planet. Small changes make a big impact:
*Walk, bike or take public transportation whenever possible!
*Consider alternatives to single use items:
- A reusable shopping bag.
- Skip the plastic bottles; all sorts of reusable bottles can be found in metal, glass and recycled plastic
- Replace Saran Wrap with wraps made from beeswax, cotton, and tree oil that keep food fresher and can be reused repeatedly.
- Use reusable towels instead of paper towels.
*Consider eating 2 or 3 meatless dinners / week:
Don’t throw away leftovers; eating leftovers will help you avoid food waste and save you money. Freeze pre-made meals for handy eating later.
*Rather than replacing, repair.
Do not automatically discard broken items when they break. Instead, try repairing it. Using this method can save you money and reduce landfill waste. Repair shops and Youtube Videos are readily available to help you fix things.
*Join Buy Nothing.
With Buy Nothing, you can get rid of unwanted things around your house and get things you need for free. As their motto states “Buy Nothing. Share Everything,” a sustainable living app aimed at the community.
*Shop local.
By shopping locally, you reduce the impact of transportation on the environment and support your local economy.
This article was written by Tiana Frias, Stonehill College BuzzAround Intern on overconsumption and ways to limit our resource usage. We’ve got this!
Source: sentientmedia.org/overconsumption/
green-living.na.panasonic.com/articles/20-frugal-habits-for-an-eco-friendly-lifestyle
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You've Got to Vote - Hive Connect | Recently, 30 children from Brockton's Rose Conservatory under the direction of Greg Fernandes joined international touring musician Joe Jencks on his song You've Got to Vote at Brockton Public Library, performing and recording this rousing call to action. | | | | |
Relational Eating with Vicki Robin | |
In her Ted X: Relational Eating video, New York Times Best Seller Vicki Robin lays out how eating locally is how we take care of the earth and be prepared for the future.
BTW: When the ultimate "Do-it yourself - er" can't do it herself, she turns to the BuzzAround.
Vicki Robin's website is managed by the BuzzAround. vickirobin.com
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Brockton Public Schools Family Forums
Mon, Sep 9 5:30p
Tue, Sep 10 5:30p
Mon, Sep 16 5:30p
BHS Little Theatre
Brockton Public Schools invites all families to attend one of the upcoming Family Forums with Interim Superintendent Dr. Priya Tahiliani. These forums, designed to engage families at the elementary, middle, and high school levels, offer a unique opportunity to meet Dr. Tahiliani and participate in discussions tailored to each educational stage. Each forum will be held at the BHS Little Theatre, beginning at 5:30 p.m. on the following dates:
- Elementary School Forum: September 9
- Middle School Forum: September 10
- High School Forum: September 16
Source: Brockton Public Schools FB Post
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Car Seat Safety Course
Wed, Sep 18
5p - 6p
1041 Pearl St
Suite L
This essential safety course will guide participants through the correct installation and use of car seats to ensure the safety of young passengers. As a bonus, attendees will receive a free car seat upon completing the course. Registration is limited and required, so please sign up only if you plan to attend. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your child's safety on the road!
Source: The Family Center at Community Connections of Brockton FB Post
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BCA Member Volunteers Needed
The call is out for passionate volunteers! BCA is looking for videographers to help cover upcoming community events. Sign up to film any of the following events:
- Salisbury Park Reunion Picnic at Salisbury Park on September 7, 2024, at 4 PM
- Brockton Rotary Club Event at Massasoit Community College on October 19, 2024, at 6 PM
- Brockton Symphony Orchestra at Christ Congregational Church on October 20, 2024, at 10 AM
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Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro South's 2024 Drive Fore Youth Golf Classic A Smashing Success!
The 2024 Drive Fore Youth Golf Classic welcomed nearly 140 golfers and 40 sponsors for a wonderful day of golfing for good in Lakeville! Golfers had a great selection of raffle items to try their luck at during the event, such as a Yuengling Golf Bag donated by Quality Beverage, various foursome golf experiences donated by local country clubs, and more! The winning foursome of the tournament hailed from Invenomic Capital Management and included golfers Bahji Hourani, Bob Marx, Kevin Ross, and Kevin Wahle. The winner of the SuperTicket Grand prize was golfer Matt Ballantine, from B & D Co.
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Brockton School Committee Meeting 8-27-24
Video Courtesy of the Brockton Channels
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Fall Book Sale
Sat, Sep 14
10a- 2p
304 Main St
The Fall Book Sale is a perfect opportunity to stock up on books for your fall reading list, find unique gifts, and explore a wide selection of used books, children’s books, cookbooks, audio books, music CDs, movies, puzzles, and more, all at incredibly low prices.
Source: Brockton Library Foundation FB Post
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Congratulations to A Great Firefighter
"Congratulations to Chuck Papineau, who retired from the Boston Fire Department on July 31st as the District Chief/Safety Chief in Group 4 after 31 years of service. Chuck also served with the Easton Fire Department prior to joining the Brockton Fire Department where he proudly served for 2 1/2 years. Chuck was hired in Brockton on January 9, 1989. On June 30, 1991 after 2 1/2 years of service with Brockton, he was laid off with 30 other Local 144 members. They said it would never happen, that they wouldn’t layoff firefighters, but the city did. The laid off brothers were picked up and worked in other towns throughout the Commonwealth before being called back to Brockton. Members took positions in towns, like Boston, Waltham, Needham, Malden, Everett, Holbrook, Canton, Milton, Holbrook, Fairhaven, Danvers and at Massport. Chuck chose not to return to the city of Brockton, and stayed in Boston, rising through the ranks, eventually becoming a district chief. Brocktons loss was Bostons gain.
Congratulations to a great Jake on a great career brother, enjoy your retirement. "
Repost From: Brockton Firefighters Local IAFF 144 FB Post
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Pippin the Musical
Wed, Sep 4 at 7p
Thu, Sep 5 at 7p
Fri, Sep 6th at 7p for call backs if necessary
1 Massasoit Blvd.
Buckley Performing Arts Center
Massasoit Community College-Brockton
"The audition process will be like a cattle call. Everyone will sing and then be taught a dance combination. Please dress in clothing appropriate for a dance call and with proper footwear. You will also be asked to demonstrate any gymnastic skills.
Please prepare 16-32 bars of a song in the style of the show. Bring sheet music, in the appropriate key, an accompanist will be provided. We will let people go as soon as we can, but please plan to be at the call for approximately 2-3 hours, depending on the turnout. We will entertain all conflicts, but availability will be considered when casting. "
Repost From: Massasoit Community College Web Page
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Brockton Neighborhood Health Center Celebrated National Health Center Week 2024
"WHAT DO YOGA, FACE PAINTING, MASSAGES, MUSIC, BALLOONS AND DANCING HAVE IN COMMON? BNHC, of course, especially during National Health Center Week. BNHC celebrated the week recently with an eye on great health care and a focus on fun! Here's a sampling of what we did!"
Reposted from Brockton Neighborhood Health Center FB Post
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered to win:
an exceptional Jersey T-shirt from Unique Strides Tutoring
Historical Tidbit Question
What did Bryant discover about his family's history when he returned to North Bridgewater?
Email us your answer at:
Prizes@buzzaround.info Please include your name and phone number with your answer.
Prize Box Rules
By entering, you give us permission to print your name in next week's Buzz Around.
On September 4, 2024, before 2p, we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.
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“Once upon a time there were two sisters. One of them was really, really strong, and one of them wasn't.' You looked at me. 'Your turn.'
I rolled my eyes. 'The strong sister went outside into the rain and realized the reason she was strong was because she was made out of iron, but it was raining and she rusted. The end.'
No, because the sister who wasn't strong went outside into the rain when it was raining, and hugged her really tight until the sun came out again.”
~ Jodi Picoult, Handle with Care
"Women who understand how powerful they are do not give into envy over meaningless things, instead they fight to maintain the beautiful bond of the sisterhood. These are the real women who know that we need each other's love & support to survive in this world. Love is the essence of being a woman. We must be that light of love that seals the bond & unique beauty of our sisterhood." ~ Bindu
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Sisters, we must listen to each other, love one another and stand up for each other... if not us, then who?
~ Jacquie
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