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Bridgewater BuzzAround
September 13, 2026
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Sandy Waters Brings Her Journey of Mediumship to Bridgewater
“We all have the gift of connecting to the other side,” says Sandy Waters, a Boston-area medium whose own journey into mediumship began with personal loss.
Waters began developing her mediumship in 2012 after her father’s death. According to her website, messages she received from other mediums helped her find comfort in knowing her father's spirit was still with her. That experience inspired Waters to help others find the same sense of peace while navigating their own losses.
Guided by teachers throughout her development, Waters has built a practice centered on what she describes as creating meaningful connections with loved ones in spirit and offering hope and comfort to those experiencing grief.
Her work includes private readings and group events, which she describes as opportunities to share her experiences and connect with larger audiences. Waters' website notes that her group events are often popular enough to sell out.
Waters also teaches about mediumship and the process of developing intuitive abilities. In promoting her upcoming Bridgewater appearance, she compares learning to connect with the other side to learning a language, saying it is about “investing time to learn how it works.”
During the program, Waters will share more about her journey into mediumship and discuss ways she believes loved ones connect with those they have left behind. She will then share several messages before opening the program to questions from attendees.
For Waters, the work grew from her own experience with grief into an opportunity to offer others the comfort she found after losing her father.
The Bridgewater Public Library will host Waters for an evening program this month.
Event Details
Mon., Sept. 14
6–7:30p
Bridgewater Public Library, 15 South Street, Bridgewater
Audience: Adults
Registration Required
Written by: Justine McConnell, BuzzAround Intern
Source: Sandy Waters' Facebook post and Bridgewater Public Library Website
Photos: Courtesy of Sandy Waters’ Website
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Why Do We Celebrate Labor Day?
Labor Day, an annual celebration of workers and their achievements, originated during one of American labor history’s most dismal chapters.
In the late 1800s, at the height of the Industrial Revolution in the United States, the average American worked 12-hour days and seven-day weeks to earn a basic living. Despite restrictions in some states, children as young as 5 or 6 toiled in mills, factories, and mines across the country, earning a fraction of their adult counterparts’ wages.
People of all ages, particularly the very poor and recent immigrants, often faced extremely unsafe working conditions, with insufficient access to fresh air, sanitary facilities, and breaks.
As manufacturing increasingly supplanted agriculture as the wellspring of American employment, labor unions, first appearing in the late 18th century, grew more prominent and vocal. They began organizing strikes and rallies to protest poor conditions and compel employers to renegotiate hours and pay.
The idea of a “workingmen’s holiday,” celebrated on the first Monday in September, caught on in industrial centers nationwide, and many states passed legislation recognizing it. Congress would not legalize the holiday until 12 years later, when in June 1894, the American Railway Union, led by Eugene V. Debs, called for a boycott of all Pullman railway cars, to add more power to a strike. It crippled railroad traffic nationwide. To break the Pullman strike, the federal government dispatched troops to Chicago, unleashing a wave of riots that resulted in the deaths of more than a dozen workers.
In the wake of this massive unrest and in an attempt to repair ties with American workers, Congress passed an act making Labor Day a legal holiday in the District of Columbia and the territories. On June 28, 1894, President Grover Cleveland signed it into law.
Written by J. Rose
Story Credit: History of Labor Day
Photo Credit: American Railway Union Wiki
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To Commemorate the 25th Anniversary of 9-11.
We share the Public Broadcast System's "25 Years Later, How We Remember 9/11"
Also, transcripts of phone calls from Flight 93, the plane in which passengers took heroic action causing the plane to crash rather than reach the hijackers' target, can be found courtesy of our National Park Service
Look at the 9-11 Memorial
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In The Amazing Spider-Man, volume 2, number 36, published on November 14, 2001, written by J. Michael Straczynski, Spider-Man said: “The sane world will always be vulnerable to madmen, because we cannot go where they go to conceive of such things. We could not see it coming. We could not be here before it happened. We could not stop it. But we are here now. You cannot see us for the dust, but we are here. You cannot hear us for the cries, but we are here.”
These Superheroes are ordinary men and women “made extraordinary by acts of compassion, and courage, and terrible sacrifice.”
Heroes are all around us. As Fred Rogers famously said " “When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, "Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.”
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Bee sure to play our Historical Tidbit Trivia Game at the bottom of this newsletter.
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Budget & Finance Committee
September 8, 2026
Video Courtesy of: Town of Bridgewater YouTube
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Planning Board
September 2, 2026
Video Courtesy of: Town of Bridgewater YouTube
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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 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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Family Resources & School Supply Lists - Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District | This page serves as a one-stop shop for any resources or services you may need and consists of up-to-date applications, programs, and school resources. The 2026-2027 supply lists are on the bottom right. | | | | |
Nurturing Fathers Program
Thurs, Sept 17
5:30p - 7:30p
Family Resource Center
1041 Pearl St, Suite L, Brockton
Nurturing Fathers is a 13-week interactive program for fathers, father figures, stepfathers, and men in parenting roles. Participants strengthen parenting skills, build healthy relationships with their children and co-parents, and gain the confidence to lead with empathy and purpose.
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Bridgewater Community Dance
Fri, Sep 18
7:00p
Trinity Episcopal Church Hall, 91 Main St.
Come together, learn a variety of dances and dance styles, and, most of all, laugh and have fun! Sam Baumgarten will be teaching and calling. Entry fee is $10.
The Church is on the corner of Pearl Street and is adjacent to the BrightBridge Credit Union. Entrance for parking is off of Pearl Street (it’s actually part of the Credit Union’s lot) behind the church. There will be lawn signs out to help direct folks for parking. There is a backdoor entrance to the hall, three steps up where it says “church office.”
No partners or experience necessary. Come ready to dance!
Source: BuzzAround Hive Connect
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13th Annual History Mystery Walking Tour of Bridgewater, MA
Sat, Sep 19 and Sat, Sep 26
5:45p-8:45p (Check in at Music Alley at 5:30p)
Music Alley, 50 Central Square
Perfect for history buffs and curious explorers looking to uncover hidden stories and little-known facts about the town. Lace up your walking shoes and get ready for an engaging adventure filled with intriguing tales and local legends. The entry fee is $20 per person. All proceeds will benefit Bridgewater Academy Lions Club charities, the Robert L. Smith Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund, and the VFW 2125 Auxiliary.
Source: 13th Annual History Mystery Walking Tour of Bridgewater, MA Eventbrite page (Sep 19 and Sep 26)
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D’s Elite Nails Celebrates New Management
15% off! Walk-ins welcome.
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Pamper Yourself! You deserve it!
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(508)-378-8085
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Equipment For Your Yard-work When You Need It!
Bobcat Ride-on Aerator.
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Eliet Eco Cure
Top Dresser $349 per day
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10 Bedford Street Bridgewater
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6th Annual Peace In Bridgewater And Beyond Program
September 19-27.
All events are free, open to the public and held in various locations in Bridgewater.
Bridgewater International City of Peace Coalition has organized this week-long program recognizing the International Day of Peace (September 21). This year’s theme is “Invest in Peace – for Everyone, Everywhere, Every Day.”
The Bridgewater International City of Peace Coalition is comprised of Bridgewater Communities for Civil Rights, Bridgewater Public Library, Bridgewater United Methodist Church, BSU Martin Richard Institute for Social Justice, BSU Minnock Institute for Global Engagement, BSU Social Justice Choir, Cedar Street Community Center, Central Square Congregational Church, First Parish Unitarian Universalist, and Rotary Club of the Bridgewaters.
For more information, go to Bridgewater Communities for Civil Rights
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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 while 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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September Art Exhibit
Wed, Sept 23
4:00p - 7:00p
Bridgewater Public Library
15 South Street Bridgewater
Stephen Smalley, a Bridgewater resident and professor emeritus at Bridgewater State University, graduated from Massachusetts College of Art, State College at Boston and The Pennsylvania State University. He joined the art faculty at BSU in 1972 and served as department chair from ‘72-‘84. Dr. Smalley retired in 2005 and taught part-time until 2022. He chaired the Emeriti Faculty Club (revised to Retired Faculty Club) from 2011-2022.
Source: Bridgewater Public Library
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Autumn-Fest
Sat, Sep 26
10:00a-4:00p
Bridgewater State University Quadrangle, 131 Summer St.
Join the Bridgewater Business Association for a Vendor Fair on the quad of BSU with food trucks, petting zoo, train rides, music, activities, and more.
All event proceeds support the BBA's Community Assistance Fund, which provides emergency financial assistance for heat, utilities, and housing to local residents.
Source: 2026 Autumn-Fest Vendor Registration Eventbrite
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2nd Annual Bridgewater Car Show For A Cause 2026
Sun, Sep 27
11:00a-2:00p
80 Spring St.
This show will have music, great food, raffles, and trophies. The price is $20 per car display. This event will raise funds for Angels in America, the Seven Line Project, and the Bridgewater 4th of July Committee.
Source: Bridgewater Car Show For a Cause 2026 Humanitix Page
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1st Annual Dick "The Unit" Fowler BTV Day
Sat, Oct 3
2:00p-5:00p
Town River Landing (The Launch), 80 Spring St.
This event is a community-wide celebration dedicated to the mission of BTV Access Corporation—empowering residents through education, technology, and local storytelling. Residents are invited to step behind the scenes and experience firsthand the technology, talent, and community spirit that power local television. This event will also include live music, family-friendly festivities, and opportunities for community engagement, creating an atmosphere that reflects the broader mission of BTV and the Fire For Effect Foundation: bringing people together through shared experiences, local pride, and public participation.
Source: BTV Access Corporation
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Bridgewater Rotarian Receives International Peace Award
Dr. Frances M. Jeffries, a member of the Rotary Club of the Bridgewaters, has been awarded the 2026 Rotary International Zone 32 Donald MacRae Peace Award for her long-standing work promoting peace, international understanding and humanitarian service.
The award recognizes a Rotarian or Rotary organization each year for work consistent with Rotary's goal of advancing international understanding, goodwill, and peace. Jeffries has been involved with Rotary since 1987, when she was inducted into the Turlock Rotary Club in California, and was among the first women to join the organization.
Much of Jeffries' Rotary work has focused on international service. She has helped develop and monitor adult literacy projects in Ethiopia and South Africa, assisted with literacy efforts connected to Water for Cambodia, and has served as a ShelterBox Ambassador since 2000. ShelterBox provides emergency shelter and essential supplies to people affected by disasters and conflict.
Her work also has a local connection. In 2020, Jeffries established Peace in Bridgewater and Beyond/International City of Peace, bringing a focus on peacebuilding and international understanding to the Bridgewater community. She currently serves as co-chair of Rotary District 7950's Peacebuilding, Conflict Prevention and Resolution Committee.
Jeffries' approach to peacebuilding centers on bringing people and organizations together, finding common ground and working toward lasting solutions. Her latest recognition highlights decades of service that have connected the Bridgewater community with humanitarian and peacebuilding efforts around the world.
Written by: Justine McConnell, BuzzAround Intern
Source: Frances Jeffries / Rotary Club of the Bridgewaters
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered to win:
a $25 gift certificate to Johnny Macaroni's Restaurant, East Bridgewater & Halifax
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Historical Tidbit Question:
How many hours a week did the average American work?
Email us your answer at:
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Please include your name and phone number.
Prize Box Rules
By entering, you give us permission to print your name in next week's Buzz Around.
On September 16, 2026, before 2p, we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.
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Adventure.
'Don’t be afraid to try something. It never hurts as bad as you think to fail. You seldom regret what you do. You regret what you didn’t do."
~ Hugh Downs
“The purpose of life is to live it, to taste experience to the utmost, to reach out eagerly and without fear for newer and richer experience.”
~ Eleanor Roosevelt
“The biggest adventure you can ever take is to live the life of your dreams.”
~ Oprah Winfrey
“An adventure is only an inconvenience rightly considered. An inconvenience is only an adventure wrongly considered.”
~ G.K. Chesterton
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