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Halifax BuzzAround
August 30, 2026
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Silver Lake Regional High School 1976 50th Reunion
Silver Lake Regional High School, Class of 1976 joined together in celebration for their 50th Reunion.
With lots that can change in a half-century, the group gathered during the afternoon to share stories new and old, connect over laughs and find joy in community.
With shining smiles reflecting the warm afternoon sun, there is no better way to have fun than among friends of new and old!
Written by: Caitlin Shea, Fairfield University BuzzAround Intern
Sources & Photos: Nancy Rapalee & Lynne D'Angelo
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Historical Tidbit:
The First Firetruck in Halifax
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The first fire truck in the town of Halifax was not a truck at all but a converted passenger car. It was a Locomobile and carried only a few soda and acid extinguishers. It never made it to many fires as the fire was often out before the engine could be started.
The first real fire engine was a horse-drawn chemical wagon, which was motorized by the addition of a one-ton Ford truck chassis. Around 1920, George Harry Armstrong and Sam Thomas went to Cambridge to get the horse drawn unit, and they towed it home behind Mr. Armstrong's auto. As they came into town, Mr. Thomas was sitting up on the driver's seat sounding the two bells. All that is left of this part of our history are pictures belonging to the Halifax Historical Society.
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Respectfully submitted,
Sue Basile
Image Credit: History Project
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Congratulations
Jena Shea
you won a $15 gift certificate to
Sarcastic Swine BBQ in Abington
Bee sure to play our Historical Tidbit Trivia Game at the bottom of this newsletter.
Enter for this week's prize of
a gently used book of your choice valued up to $15 at
Annie's Book Stop - Raynham
43-year-old village bookstore * New & gently used books * Free events
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The Massachusetts State Primary Election
Tues, Sept 1, 2026,
7a to 8p
Halifax Elementary School, 464 Plymouth Street
For questions regarding the election process, please contact the Town Clerk's Office by calling 781-293-7970.
Source: Halifax.gov
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Halifax TRIAD Meeting
Tue, Sep 1
10a
Great Hall of Halifax Town Hall, 499 Plymouth St.
There will be a program from Senior Medicare Patrol about ambulance billing
For more information, contact Jeanne Kling at halifaxgenerationscoa@gmail.com
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Johnny Macaroni's Restaurant
Both East Bridgewater locations open at noon Thursday-Sunday!
www.facebook.com/JMacaronis
johnnymacaronis.com
Instagram
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Hosting a party, shower, or family gathering? Let us do the cooking!
Voted Best Caterer/Catering Company in the 2025 Metro South Communities Choice Awards.
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📞Call us
All 3 of our locations offer fresh, homemade favorites that all of your guests will love!
Plymouth Street, EB
508-456-4460
West Street, EB
508-378-9335
Industrial Drive, Halifax 781-300-2600
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Genealogy Group
Wed, Sep 2
1:00p-2:00p
Holmes Public Library, 470 Plymouth St.
Learn to search for you ancestors with the assistance of library staff. Build your family tree, and learn about your roots!
Source: Holmes Public Library
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Climate Can Do - Carpooling!
Looking for an easy way to save the environment and money? Look no further than carpooling! Seemingly simple in nature, the act of carpooling and sharing a ride with co-workers, friends, and others has a profound impact on both our ecosystems and wallets. Carpooling reduces carbon footprints and improves air quality whilst simultaneously lowering overall fuel costs, and in some cases qualifying eligible participants for tax incentives! For more information on carpooling, van-pooling, and other alternatives visit Mass.Gov.
Written by: Connor Gerraughty, Bates College, BuzzAround Intern
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Teen Trading Card Meet-Up
Thur Sept 3, 2026
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Holmes Public Library, 470 Plymouth St
Young Adult (Ages 12-18). Play some casual cards with friends. The library can supply Learn to Play decks for the Gundam and ONE-PIECE trading card games. Feel free to come and learn a new game or play a game you already know! Ages 12+
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Paula Red Apples, Red Yummy & Black Jack Plums!
Mandarins, Naval Oranges & Golden Bosc Pears!
Vine Tomatoes & Spring Mix, Oh My!
Proudly carrying Crescent Ridge Ice Cream & Dom’s Meats
Open daily, 8am–6pm
416 Plymouth Street, Halifax
(781) 293-6792
www.nessrallafarm.com
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Members' Annual Meeting
Fuller Craft Museum
Wed Sept 9, 2026
5- 6p
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We will celebrate all of the Museum's accomplishments with Executive Director Jennifer Chrzanowski and Board Chair Luiza deCamargo, honor our Volunteer of the Year and Partner of the Year, and hear from Learning Programs Coordinator, Charlie Best.
This special free event is for Fuller Craft Museum members. Not yet a member? Join today to attend the Annual Meeting and enjoy membership benefits throughout the year.
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Solid Surface Repair
30 Years Later. Still Standing
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Puppy Socialization Classes
Canine Etiquette
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Help your dog grow to become friendlier and more confident!
For Puppies Ages 8-20 weeks
Proper socialization builds their ability to handle new situations, making them easier to manage in social environments.
canineetiquette.com
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Next Class starts Sept.1 Classes held at Halifax Congregational Church, 503 Plymouth St
(339) 933-9301
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Join Brockton Symphony family to express yourself, make beautiful music, inspire others, and have fun!
Are you a spirited musician looking for fantastic symphonic playing opportunities and a musical community? The Brockton Symphony is looking for accomplished volunteer musicians to join our orchestra!
Rehearsals
Monday nights, 7:15 - 9:45 at Christ Congregational Church, 1350 Pleasant Street, Brockton
From September through May
Current Openings (as of 6/2026)
Oboe, Bassoon, Horn, Trumpet, Piano, Harp, Percussion, Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass and substitute players for all sections.
How to Join Us
Please complete the 2026 Audition Request Form.
Auditions are Thurs Sept 3; Mon Sept 14 or 21.
Auditions are in-person. You will be assigned a few short orchestral excerpts to prepare over a few weeks.
Questions? personnel@brocktonsymphony.org
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Halifax Select Board
August 25, 2026
Video courtesy of: Area58 Halifax
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2nd Annual Fur Festival
Sat, Sep 19
(Raindate: Sun, Sep 20)
11a -2p
Halifax Town Green/Town Hall, 499 Plymouth St.
Dog Contests at 1p - Register upon arrival
Come see the Plymouth County Comfort Dogs, the Satucket 4-H with dogs, sheep and other animals, a K-9 demonstration, the Kingston Animal Shelter, drawings and vendors. More vendors are welcome, as are leashed and friendly dogs. Admission is free.
Source: Generations/Friends of the Halifax COA-MA's FB
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Town of Halifax Increases Municipal Budgets
On Wednesday, July 29, a Special Town Hall meeting occurred to discuss changes to its upcoming Annual Budget for 2027. In the meeting it was learned that almost $700,000 would be returned from Halifax Elementary's budget, and that the excess funds would be put back into other municipal agencies. This includes the $140,000 for fire department wages, $150,000 for police department wages, and $50,000 for Council on Aging wages. The return of funds to other agencies will allow for much needed financial relief for various departments, which will help Halifax in the year to come.
Written by: Connor Gerraughty, Bates College BuzzAround Intern
Source: HalifaxMa.Gov
Photo Credit: Massachusetts Municipal Association
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered to win:
a gently used book of your choice valued up to $15 at
Annie's Book Stop - Raynham
43-year-old village bookstore * New & gently used books * Free events
Historical Tidbit Question:
When did Halifax get its first real fire engine?
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 2, 2026, before 2p, we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.
| The Buzz Around is brought to you this week by: Gabriel Michael Alexander, Jennifer Bellody, Jacquelyn Rose, Caitlin Shea, and Greg Venezia | | | |
Summmahh!!!
“Let us dance in the sun, wearing wild flowers in our hair...” ~ Susan Polis Schutz
Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass under trees on a summer's day, listening to the murmur of the water, or watching the clouds float across the sky, is by no means a waste of time.”
~ John Lubbock
"Aaah, summer - that long anticipated stretch of lazy, lingering days, free of responsibility and rife with possibility. It's a time to hunt for insects, master handstands, practice swimming strokes, conquer trees, explore nooks and crannies, and make new friends.” ~ Darell Hammond
"People take pictures of the Summer, just in case someone thought they had missed it, and to proved that it really existed."
~ Ray Davies
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As we grasp these last remaining days of summer, pause, breathe it in. The lush green of the full trees, the splash of the waves….
Summmahh, Summmahh, Summmahh!!!
: ) ~ Jacquie
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