On Monday, July 17th at the East Bridgewater Select Board Meeting, Joanne Gramazio was recognized for her dedication to cleaning up the streets of East Bridgewater. Since February, Joanne has been spending her time to picking up trash that has been carelessly thrown on the side of the roads. In about five months, Joanne has already filled 86 bags of trash! During the meeting she explains, "It really bothered me that there’s so much trash on the sides of the road. After work, I would start on certain streets and pick up the trash. Today, I have picked up 86 bags. My goal was to do 65 for my 65th birthday. Well, I’m already at 86 and I’m 65 so I’m going to keep going." Not only has Joanne picked up an extensive amount of trash, but has also beautified some areas of East Bridgewater, specifically the island at the corner of Walnut Street and Union Street, by planting flowers and putting down mulch.

The certificate reads, in part: "This certificate of appreciation is on behalf of the citizens of the town of East Bridgewater. The Select Board would like to extend their sincere appreciation to you, Joanne Gramazio, for unselfishly giving your time, willingness, and energy to beautify the town." Joanne's efforts most certainly deserve recognition, and we congratulate her for receiving this certificate and thank her for her dedication to the community!

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

Source and Video: EBCAM (26:15 - 32:00)

East Bridgewater Garden Club

Do you love plants and gardening? Join the East Bridgwater Garden Club! Whether you would like to stop by for one meeting or come regularly, the club is always open to anyone interested.

For more information visit EB Public Library Events

Calling all Just Dance lovers! The Library is hosting a Just Dance competition for teens grades 7-12! Compete against your friends and battle for the grand prize. Registration is required, so sign up ASAP before spots fill up!

For more information or to register visit EB Public Library Events

The EB Business Association is getting underway with President: James Stoffel of Business Vision Consulting, LLC; Vice President: Danielle Veneau of KW Realty; Treasurer: Shannon Kilgore of South Shore Bank; Secretary: Claudia D'Emilia Iafrate of Little Star Yoga and Healing; Social Media Director: Jessica Moscardelli of Little Discoveries

The purpose is to:

 • Network

 • Propose / Create events (using EBBA members) for public awareness of local businesses

 • Provide members a ‘think tank’ to educate, improve and encourage growth within.

EBBA meets every 2nd Tuesday of the month at Sachem Rock Farm. Doors open at 6p, with meeting start time of 6:30p.

Check out more info:

eastbridgewaterbiz.com, East Bridgewater Business Association FB/, for announcements, updates, etc.

Everything we throw away contributes to polluting the air we breathe and the water we drink! We can minimize the amount of pollution by using a simple method: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle!

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!

Bring your friends and family and play some cornhole for a great cause! The tournament is for ages 13+, however there will be fun activities for children who aren't old enough to play. Registration will begin at 1p, followed by the beginning of the tournament at 2p. It will be $20 per two person team, or $10 for individuals who will then be paired up. There will also be raffles, a cash bar, and hot dogs and hamburgers! All proceeds will go to the Jimmy Fund/Dana Farber Cancer Institute. Be sure to save the date and join the fun!

To pre-register or if you have any questions, email coleen.wasik@gmail.com

The East Bridgewater COA is holding a healthy eating information session to get the best value for your money! They will be discussing nutrition food labels, serving size versus portion size, MyPlate meal planning, and tips for grocery shopping! Registration is required, so reach out to the EB COA at 508-378-1610 if interested.

For more information check out the EB COA July Newsletter

Courtesy of EBCAM

Courtesy of EBCAM

Submissions should be sent to Chris Buckley, Veterans’ Services Officer, 175 Central Street, East Bridgewater, MA 02333. Paper forms are available at the Veterans' Services Office and online at Veteran Banner Sponsor Form.

Comedy Night with Scott Record

Support the Union Congregational Church in East Bridgewater by attending this funny fundraising event! Doors open at 7p and the show begins at 8p. Tickets will be $40 or $50 (cash only) at the door or you can purchase the tickets at Comedy Night with Scott Record.

Langwater Farm

Join Soulful Girls at their 3rd annual, 2-day summer retreat! At this mind, body, and soul wellness retreat the girls will experience emotional enrichment, gain healthy coping tools, and connect with new friends and mentors. Recommended for girls ages 7-11. Join us for one or both days for a mindful reset before going back to school! Spots are filling up fast, so register ASAP if interested!

For more information or to register visit Soulful Girls Website

Lauren Warburton, Hearing Instrument Specialist

from At Home Hearing Healthcare, will be at the senior center to provide a FREE hearing screening, FREE Hearing aid cleaning, and FREE video ear exam. There is no obligation to purchase.

To schedule an appointment, contact the COA at (508)-378-1610.

The Soul Project's Assistant Program Director, Liz Kenney, hosted two special art events. During these workshops, participants learned how to create beautiful mandalas on stones using paint and dotting tools as a form of art meditation. On June 30th, attendees had a lovely night of painting, socializing, sipping wine, and listening to soothing music. The workshop was so successful, The Soul Project decided to host the same workshop for girls on July 9th! Soulful Girls had multitudes of fun painting mandalas, sharing laughs, and listening to Kidz Bop. The young girls got creative and painted all sorts of fun designs on some of their stones!

The next upcoming Soulful Women event will be the launch of their new book club on Thursday, July 27th. The group will be reading Wheels of Life by Anodea Judith. Each book club meeting will include learning more about chakras, engaging in meaningful conversation and connecting with other Soulful Women. Learn more or register at Soulful Women's Book Club.

The next Soulful Girls event will be held on Sunday, August 13th. At this workshop, the girls will explore crystals and gemstones together and learn how to connect with them. They will also be gifted a special crystal that they get to keep! Learn more or register at Soulful Girls Workshop.

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

Sources and Photos: Meghan Lotti

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