August 18, 2024



~ Building Community One Positive Story at a Time.

Lou Pacheco Retirement

Historical Tidbit:

Founded in 1972, the Raynham Historical Society is a non-profit organization that seeks to preserve and pass down Raynham’s history. The Society is currently based out of the historic Hannant House, located on the corner of Pleasant Street and North Main Street. Built in 1773, the home was gifted to them in 1996 by Isabelle Hannant. Visits to the Hannant House can be made by appointment.

“The Raynham Historical Society meets five times a year. The meetings are free and the public is cordially invited to attend. The meetings are held at both the Hannant House and the Raynham Senior Center. The Raynham Historical Society meets five times a year: February; April; June, which is the annual meeting when a potluck supper precedes the meeting; October; and December.

The meetings are held at 7pm on the second Monday of the month. The only exception is October when the meeting is held on the third Monday due to the Columbus Day Holiday."

Society members have engaged in many memorable projects over the years. M. Patrice White’s 1988 publication of “The History of Raynham” is particularly noteworthy. 

Those who wish to learn more can visit their website at raynhamhistoricalsociety.org or email them  raynhamhistoricalsociety@gmail.com.

Respectfully Submitted,

Daniel Flockton

Information and Photo Courtesy of Raynham Historical Society.

TOWN HALL

Town Clerk

508-824-2700

Treasurer/Collector 

508-824-2702

Assessors    508-824-2704

Selectmen        508-824-2707

Building Dept.       508-824-2708

Board of Health      508-824-2766

Planning         508-824-2745

Veterans Service Officer 508-828-4527

Town of Raynham

Public Library

508-823-1344

RaynhamPublicLibrary.org

Council on Aging

508-824-2740

COA

Food Pantry

Raynham Food Basket

2nd and 4th Thursday of the month

9 - 11a

494 Church St, Raynham

774-406-5612

Congratulations!

Rita Leonard

won 

1 hour Living in the Gift coaching from GleeWorks

Learn mind-body spirit practices with Marcy Venezia building a foundation for healing. ($80 value.) GleeWorks.net

Bee sure to play our historical Tidbit Trivia Game at the bottom of this newsletter.

Enter for this week's prize of

$15 gift certificate to Pinches & Pounds

Candy Store Rt 18, Whitman

www.pinchesandpounds.com

Virtual Author Talk - Shelby Van Pelt 

Wed, Aug 21 

7-8p

Join Shelby Van Pelt for a virtual talk about her novel “Remarkably Bright Creatures." This novel follows a widow’s friendship with a giant Pacific octopus and touches on friendship, reckoning and hope. To read more about the novel and Shelby Van Pelt, and register for this event, visit the library site!

In-person Early Voting State Primary 



The Town Clerk’s office has released the in-person early voting schedule for the Sept. 3 2024 State Primary. Dates and times are as follows: 

Sat, Aug 24 10-4pm; Mon, Aug 26 8:30-4:30pm; Tues, Aug 27 8:30-4:30pm; Wed, Aug 28 8:30-4:30pm; Thurs Aug 29 8:30-4:30pm; Fri Aug 30 (last day of early voting) 8:30-4:30pm. 

Play to K 

Tue, Aug 20 - Wed, Aug 28

Raynham Public Library 

The Raynham Public Library is offering a fantastic introduction to kindergarten event the August. New kindergarteners starting at Merrill Elementary will have the opportunity to learn more about the library, and parents will have a chance to connect with other families! The event will also feature a book reading about starting school and a tour of the school bus. There are multiple days and time slots for this event, so be sure to visit the Raynham Public Library events page to register for one! 

Conservation Commission

08/7/2024

Video Courtesy of The Raynham Channel

Looking for a Wheelchair Ramp

Donation for a Veteran

The Patriot Riders of America (PRA), a non-profit organization dedicated to helping Veterans and first responders, is seeking the donation of an aluminum wheelchair ramp for a local Veteran in need. The PRA has already secured an electric scooter for the Veteran, but they are still in need of a ramp to ensure accessibility. 

If you or anyone you know has an aluminum wheelchair ramp they no longer need, they would be incredibly grateful for your support. Their team is willing to come to your location, disassemble the ramp, and transport it. Please spread the word and help them provide the assistance this Veteran needs. 

For more info or to donate please contact Raynham Veteran's Agent Scott R. Blake at (508) 828-4527

Parks & Recreation Summer Concert Series: Four in a Row

Raynham Lion's Club August 6, 2024

Video Courtesy of The Raynham Channel

Stone Church Series: Dixie Diehards August 7, 2024

Video Courtesy of The Raynham Channel

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:

• Meat and dairy production account for nearly 14.5% of all global greenhouse gas emissions and meatless diets save people an average of $23 per week on food. 
•  Also, consider choosing grass-fed beef and / or local meats.   

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

Play 2k Pool Party



Sun, Aug 25

1-4p

266 Pleasant St

So excited to share this fun event with you!! Have a fun day in the sun with new friends!

For more info: Merrill Elementary E.C.P.O

Board of Appeals 08/14/2024

Video Courtesy of The Raynham Channel

Show Off Your Truck

for Charity

The Raynham Lions Club is Looking for Truck Volunteers

Sat. Sep 21- 28

11a-3p

 2234 King Phillip St

The Raynham Lions Club is currently looking for trucks to exhibit for the Touch A Truck event in September! This event will be for all ages and will be free admission. Burgers, hot dogs, chips, and soda will also be available!

If you have a truck that you'd be interested in exhibiting for the event, contact Steve Howe at srhindsales@comcast.net or 781-258-8307

Family Fun & Field Day

Sat. Sep 7

1-5p

291 Mill St

Join the American Legion Post 405 for a BBQ with games, a dunk tank, raffles, and more!

For more info: The American Legion Post 405 WB

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