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June 16, 2024 ~
Building Community
One Positive Story at a Time.
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A Fabulous Whitman Day!
Reposted from Whitman Day 2024 FB:
"That’s a wrap on #WhitmanDay
THANK YOU to all of the wonderful volunteers, vendors, attendees, and DOGS that made the day such a success.
Please use our hashtag #whitmanday to share photos!
See you June 14, 2025, for the FOURTH annual Whitman Day!"
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Whitman Park Bandstand
The Whitman Park Bandstand, constructed in 1908 and located at 0 Hayden Ave in Whitman, remains a historic structure. The bandstand is meticulously preserved. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 18, 2004, and a preservation restriction was placed on it on July 2, 2007. This highlights the bandstand’s historical and architectural significance, securing its place as a community landmark. It plays a central role in Whitman’s community planning and recreational activities. Situated in Whitman Park, a green space for the town, the bandstand enhances the park and serves as a picturesque structure that draws people together.
Written by Naziya Khalifa, BuzzAround Intern
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Town Hall
781-618-9700
Public Library
M-Th 9:30a-8p; Fri 9:30a- 4:30p;
Sat 9:30a-4 (during school year only)
781-447-7613
Council on Aging
781-447-7619
St. Vincent de Paul/Whitman Food Pantry
By appointment only: 781-447-8560
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Congratulations!
Denise Draganetti
won a free 1.5 hour class at
Bee sure to play our Historical Tidbit Trivia Game at the bottom of this newsletter.
Enter for this week's prize of
a 10' Flowering Hanger
A Decorated 12” Wreath ( value $34)
Halifax
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Cookbook Club
Thu, Jun 20
6:30-7:30p
Whitman Public Library
The Cookbook Club meets on the third Thursday of each month at 6:30 pm except for July and August. June's Cookbook: Taste of Home Most Requested Recipes. Stop by the circulation desk each month and check out our cookbook. If you are interesting in attending, pick out a recipe from the cookbook, and staff will make a copy of it for you. Bring your cooked dish on the the night of the club and enjoy a variety of dishes cooked by other members. Leave the meeting with a full tummy and a recipe packet of all the recipes used at the meeting. Contact Ellie Donaghey at 781-447-7613 or edonaghey@ocln.org.
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Whitman Finance Committee Meeting
June 11, 2024
Video courtesy of WHCA9TV
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Common, Yet Exceptional - Southeastern Philharmonic Orchestra
The Southeastern Philharmonic Orchestra returns to Whitman Town Hall for their Spring concert! Conducted by Michael Bednarsky and featuring selections of traditional and popular classics.
Video courtesy of WHCA9TV
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Duval Elementary School 5th Grade
Move Up Ceremony
June 7, 2024
Video courtesy of WHCA9TV
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Dr. Chris Jones, Principal of Whitman-Hanson Regional High School:
You and the Future of Artificial Intelligence with David Espindola
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David is a consultant and advisor, futurist, keynote speaker, and author. He is the Founder of Brainyus, a company that applies the principles of transformative purpose, lifelong learning, and servant leadership to guide Human-AI transformation. David is the award-winning author of “Soulful: You in the Future of Artificial Intelligence”; published in May of 2023, and “The Exponential Era: Strategies to Stay Ahead of the Curve in an Era of Chaotic Changes and Disruptive Forces”, published in 2021. |
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In this episode, David shares principles of transformative purpose, lifelong learning, and servant leadership in guiding human AI transformation. The discussion dives into his book, "Soulful, You and the Future of Artificial Intelligence". He discusses the rapid technological changes impacting education, emphasizing a shift towards embracing AI, lifelong learning, and a decentralized content delivery model.
David also underscores the importance of empathy, trust, and a growth mindset in adapting to and thriving amidst technological advancements. We also touch upon the future interaction between humans and intelligent machines, and how educators can effectively integrate AI into the learning process. We conclude with David's recommendations for fostering a supportive, empathetic, and growth-oriented culture in educational institutions.
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Gifts, Snacks & Supplies
with Duval's Surprising Selection, you'll find just what you were looking for!!
Open: Mon-Fri: 8:30a - 6p | Sat: 9a - 3p
Sun: 9a - 1p
571 Washington St • 781-447-0606
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Strawberries * Strawberries * Strawberries!!
Locally grown! Come and get your fill!!!
Full, half and quarter shares of our C.S.A are on sale now! Receive a variety of fresh local produce weekly. June 15-October 15. 18 weeks of goodness!
Nessralla Farm
416 Plymouth St. , Halifax, MA
(781) 293-6792
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Counselor-In-Training Program
Jul 1-Aug 9, Weekdays
Whitman Town Park
Whitman Summer Counselor Program offers a unique opportunity for rising 9th graders to experience the rewarding role of a summer camp counselor. You will be paired with an experienced counselor and area coordinator who will help you. This program is designed to provide young teens with leadership skills, hands-on experience, and a fun-filled summer. Please choose up to 2 weeks to enjoy the park program. For more info, call (781-618-9758) or email recreation@whitman-ma.gov
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Park Program
Jul 1- Aug 9 Weekdays
9a-3p
Whitman Town Park
Exciting summer program at Whitman Town Park! Designed for rising 1st to 6th graders, this program offers a variety of activities including swimming, arts and crafts, sports, science projects, and thrilling field trips every Friday. It's the perfect way to make new friends, have fun, and learn new things in a safe and supervised environment. For more info, call (781-618-9758) or email recreation@whitman-ma.gov
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Family-Friendly Juneteenth Event in Bridgewater! Entertainment, food, vendors, and speakers.
Bring your chairs & enjoy the day!
Sat, June 22 (Rain date: June 23)
University Park at BSU, 1 to 6 PM
Free Parking: For GPS, use
351 Great Hill Drive
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We support & promote you within the community that you call home. Share your good news!
Send your press releases. Include Who? What? Where? When? and How do people get involved?
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Robotics Camp at Whitman Hanson HS
Monday-Thursday, 9a - 2p
For Grades 6-8:
Join for one week or all weeks! Each week is an independent, week-long program. $200 per student, per week (July 8 - August 8, 2024). For more information, contact James Kozak at james.kozak@whrsd.org or 781-618-7743 |
Rabies Clinic
Sat, Jun 22
VFW Parking Lot
Essex St
This Rabies Clinic will vaccinate dogs, cats, and ferrets. Please ensure all animals are leashed or in a crate. The vet from Abington Animal Hospital will vaccinate them in your vehicle. The cost is $20 cash per animal. Please bring a previous rabies certificate for your animal if you have one. If your animal is not overdue, it will receive a 3-year rabies vaccine. If your animal is overdue or you don’t bring the certificate, your animal will receive a 1-year rabies vaccine. Please note, the entire fee goes to the vet for the cost of the vaccination. The vet, staff, and BOH are not taking any of the money collected.
Questions? Call 781-618-9754.Please do not call Abington Animal Hospital with questions. This is a Whitman Board of Health event.
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Climate Can Do:
Shopping Farmer's Markets Made Easy.
Fresh, local food is the best thing you can do for yourself and our environment.
edible Southeastern MA gives us a list of the Farmers Markets in our area.
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Summer Outdoor Farmers' Markets: Town-By-Town, 2024...
2024 Summer Farmers Market in Southeastern Massachusetts - fresh, local, organic, produce and artisan goods: south shore, south coast, metro south
Read more
ediblesema.com
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Firefighters Recognized with Awards for Saving Lives
On the evening of May 22, two groups of Whitman Firefighters were recognized for their life-saving actions on two cases at the EMS Awards held by Medical Director Dan Muse, MD.
The first was the medical emergency on Christmas Day suffered by Lieutenant Tom Ford while out on a call. Lt. Ford’s crew was recognized for their quick actions and professionalism which resulted in a positive outcome. Lt. Ford has recently returned to work.
The second was a cardiac arrest suffered by an off-duty firefighter/paramedic who serves in a different community but lives in Whitman. The crew was recognized for their fast and professional actions taken which resulted in a positive outcome for that off-duty firefighter.
Congratulations to all of those recognized last night, including Bridgewater, Halifax, Hanson, and Stoughton, for their outstanding work.
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered to win:
a 10' Flowering Hanger
A Decorated 12” Wreath ( value $34)
Halifax
Historical Tidbit Question:
When was the Whitman Park Bandstand listed on the National Register of Historic Places?
Email us your answer at:
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 June 19, 2024 before 2p, we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.
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The BuzzAround is brought to you this week by Naziya Khalifa, Jamie Puhi, Jacquelyn Rose, Greg Venezia & Vasilia Yordanova. |
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The Bird Serenade
Each morning, through my slightly open window, I wake to the bird serenade...
...a daily reminder of these delicate beings that share our earth...their songs both beautiful and powerful.
"A bird does not sing because it has an answer, it sings because it has a song."
~Chinese Proverb
"Birds sing after a storm; why shouldn’t people feel as free to delight in whatever remains to them?" ~ Rose Kennedy
"Keep a green tree in your heart and perhaps the singing bird will come." ~Lois Lowry
"Wakefulness is not a destination but a song the human heart keeps singing, the way birds keep singing at the first sign of light." ~Mark Nepo
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They thrive in the shade trees, they soar through the open skies, they sing their morning song ... so small, so frail.. proving even the smallest can have a tremendous impact in this world; especially when there are many.
Bee Well ~ 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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Disclaimer: At the Buzz Around, we promote community and family. There are links to town committees and other non-profit groups, in the newsletters. Individual groups are responsible for how they represent themselves on their websites and in their promotional materials. Buzz Around is not responsible for the media content of other organizations.
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