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October 13, 2024
~ Building Community One Positive Story at a Time.
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HBC's Fall Clean Up Week: Join the Litter Bust!
On October 5th, the Halifax Beautification Committee held a special Kick-Off event to mark the start of their Fall Clean Up initiative. Those who came to the Town Green to participate were given volunteers with t-shirts, bags, loaner safety vests, and loaner litter grabbers. To make the first day of this project special, the Committee also entered participants in raffles and provided pizza. HBC thanks Cape Cod Pizza for donating lunch, as well as Rodney's Kitchen and Halifax Nails and Spa for donating gift certificates, and Nessralla's Farm for donating a mum, to be won in the raffle. Additionally, HBC thanks Card My Yard, who donated the use of the reusable Fall Cleanup sign, and Wal-Mart for donating 120 trash bags to be filled by litter busters!
Volunteers for the Clean Up worked together to remove litter along roughly 60 miles of roadways and at our open spaces, and the initiative has made a huge difference
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Where you see red on the map here is where people have litter busted, but there are many more roadways that need our help. Even as this Fall Clean Up week comes to a close, it is important that we all do our part in keeping our community clean. Each of us can make a difference, and it can start here with cleaning up the remaining roads.
Thank you to HBC and all who participated in this initiative, and together, let's continue to keep Halifax litter-free!
Source & Photo Credit: HBC FB
Story written by Sara MacKinnon, BuzzAround Intern, Providence College
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Historical Tidbit: Report of the schools of the Town of Halifax
for the school year 1868-9
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"NORTH DISTRICT
For five Terms in succession, Harriet M. Washburne, of Bridgewater, has been the teacher in this district, closing her labors in the Summer Term of 1868. It would be folly for us to enumerate her virtues, as a teacher, now, for we have done so repeatedly in the past. It was with regret that we saw her retire from the field."
"For the Winter Term, the successor of Miss W., was Miss Sarah J. Keith, of Middleboro, who is a teacher of fine address, dignity of character, and rare independence of thought and action. It is with pleasure that we find a teacher of such modesty and personal accomplishments in our public schools.
In discipline, she is eminently just, but not of sufficient severity to ensure that perfect tranquility which we so much esteem. We are sometimes told that moral suasion is most effectual; but our humble opinion is, that it is best, first to exhaust it, and then apply the rod, not frequently, but in a manner that would be remembered, if needed, for a term. A scholar whose physical power is sufficient to resist successfully the teacher, and who manifests the disposition to do so, in cast of punishment, must be expelled from school until he can be restored with sufficient guarantees, for his future conduct. This we hold to be sound doctrine.
The examination was orderly, and a good degree of progress, in the various branches, shown. There was one feature which the Committee notes with sorrow, that was the absence of the parents. In times past, on similar occasions, we have found the school-room crowded. The inference is unmistakable."
History Respectfully submitted,
Sue Basile
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Town Hall
781-294-1316
Town of Halifax
Holmes Public Library
781-293-2271
Holmes Public Library
Council on Aging
506 Plymouth Street
781-293-7313
COA
Food Pantries
Halifax Congregational Church
503 Plymouth St. (Rt 106)
781-293-6393
Tuesdays 2:30 - 4p
St Vincent De Paul
Holy Apostles (Our Lady of the Lake )
580 Monponsett St, Halifax
(781) 293- 7971
2nd & 4th Saturday 9a
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Congratulations!
Rebecca Mugherini
won
a #progressoverperfection tote bag from Unique Strides
Bee sure to play our Historical Tidbit Trivia Game at the bottom of this newsletter.
Enter for this week's prize of
a free month of training and a free uniform from Premier Martial Arts, Raynham
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COA October Newsletter
Halifax Council of Aging has released their October 2024 Newsletter! Learn more about COA's upcoming events, classes, meetings, and more. Some of the featured programs in this month's letter include the AgeWave Social Club, Poetry Club, and Meals on Wheels.
Check out the COA newsletter here at www.halifax-ma.org!
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Cultural Council Grant Applications
The Halifax Cultural Council is accepting applications for grants through the Local Cultural Council (LCC) program. Grants are administered to support local programs and initiatives focused on the Arts, Humanities, Culture, and Sciences. Individuals, groups, and organizations may apply. For more information, visit www.massculturalcouncil.org.
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New dessert alert: Indulge in the flavors of fall with our new Pumpkin Lava Cake, now available at our West Street and Plymouth Street locations.
eat well * laugh often * love much
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Holmes Public Library October Newsletter
Holmes Public Library posted their October Newsletter, and there are plenty of events and programs to look forward to this month! Here are just a couple of the featured events and programs:
Sat, Oct 19 and Sat, Nov 16 at 11a, learn how to mend clothing with an experienced teacher. Basic materials will be available for use, including a sewing machine.
Mon, Oct 21 at 6p, join us for Author Talk with John Gallagher. Just in time for the Halloween season, he will present his true-crime local murder mystery, A Monument to Her Grief.
Source: Holmes Public Library
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Protecting Our Wetlands with Gloria Bancroft
Wed, Oct 16
6:30p
The Great Hall
Halifax Town Hall
499 Plymouth St
Join the Halifax Beautification Committee as they host a talk on Wetlands and Aquifer Protection Zones with Gloria Bancroft from the Taunton River Watershed Alliance!
For more information, please visit www.halifax-ma.org/beautification-committee
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Early Voting Information
In-Person Early Voting will take place in the Gymnasium at the Halifax Elementary School, 464 Plymouth St, beginning Oct 19 and ending Oct 31. The schedule for early voting is posted at Town of Halifax - Town Clerk. Please note the last day to register to vote for the Nov 5, 2024 State Election is Sat, Oct 26. To fill out a vote by mail application, visit SEC of MA - Vote by Mail Application. To register to vote online, visit SEC of MA - Online Voter Registration.
If you would like to check your voter registration status or have questions regarding the process, call the Town Clerk’s Office at 781-293-7970.
For more info: Town of Halifax Elections & Registration
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Climate Can Do:
3 Tips for a Sustainable Halloween
With spooky season underway, it is important to remember how our choices impact the environment around us. According to Duke University, a 2019 study found that discarded Halloween costumes alone generated 2,000 tons of plastic waste each year. Luckily there are many quick and easy tricks to help you cut down your eco-footprint.
Recycle Costumes and Decor
When it comes to Halloween, some things never go out of style. From spiders to skeletons to witch cauldrons -- keep your "old" decor to use again next year and save time, money, and the planet!
You might consider shopping at thrift and consignment shops or try something new and DIY your own costume! The cape from one year's vampire costume might be the finishing touch for next year's superhero. A pillow case can be easily decorated at home and makes a great trick-or-treat bag. Old stockings with runs and pulls can be transformed into spider-webbing. And cardboard boxes can be cut and painted to look like tombstones in your front yard display!
Maximize Pumpkin Usage
When pumpkins are tossed in the trash and begin to breakdown, they create methane, a powerful greenhouse gas. To help prevent this, try to use every part of your pumpkin this Halloween!
Pumpkin seeds, flesh, and rind can be used in a ton of delicious recipes such as pumpkin bread, pudding, pie, and more. For inspiration, you can look online or visit Delish.
Once the season's over, compost your pumpkin, mixing it oxygen while it breaks down decreases methane emissions and improves your garden's nutrient-rich soil.
Shop Sustainably
Shopping locally is also an easy way to limit waste. Support local farmers this season and buy locally-grown pumpkins; and shop local or fair trade chocolatiers.
Source: Western Placer Waste Management Authority, Duke University
This Climate Can Do article was written by Sara MacKinnon, BuzzAround Intern, Providence College.
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Halifax Elementary School Committee
October 7, 2024
Video Courtesy of Area 58 Cable Access
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Halifax Planning Board
October 3, 2024
Video Courtesy of Area 58 Cable Access
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Brockton Symphony Orchestra
Season Opener
Sun, Oct 20
3p
Christ Congregational Church
1350 Pleasant St
Come see the Brockton Symphony Orchestra perform their season opener, Primal Power, featuring pieces by Beethoven, Vieuxtemps, and Sibelius, and 2023 BrSO Youth Concerto Competition winner and violinist Jessica Kartawidjaja. The Orchestra is proud to participate in Mass Cultural Council's Card to Culture program, and for each of their concert programs, they provide EBT, ConnectorCare, and WIC cardholders two complimentary tickets per person.
For more information, visit www.brocktonsymphony.org, and reserve your tickets using their online signup
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Scarecrow Building Contest
Entries are due at the Farmers Market by
Sat, Oct 26, 9:30a
The Halifax MA Farmers Market is calling all creative minds to help make the final market of the fall season unforgettable!
Join the fun by building your own scarecrow and entering it in the Scarecrow Building Contest for a chance to win a $50 gift certificate! Show off your artistic flair and bring your scarecrow to life. Don’t miss this chance to showcase your talent and be part of a festive fall tradition!
For more info, visit: Halifax Farmers Market FB
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Halifax Town Newsletter - October 2024 | The October 2024 Town newsletter is now available online! | | | |
Trunk Or Treat: Vendors/Trunks All Call
Sun, Oct 27
3-5p
38 Franklin St
The 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat event is being organized by Puritan Lodge and OES Pilgrim Chapter 89, inviting families to enjoy FREE trunk or treating, crafts, popcorn, and more.
Registration for trunks and vendors is available by calling 339-832-0663 or emailing PuritanlodgeEvents@gmail.com. A $50 donation is suggested, and part of the proceeds will benefit the South Shore Autism Center Foundation, which provides essential items like car seats and clothing for families in need. The event is open to everyone.
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The harvest is bountiful! Stop in and check out our fresh produce selection. We are open daily from 8am to 6pm!
Nessralla Farm
416 Plymouth St. , Halifax, MA
(781) 293-6792
www.nessrallafarm.com
Nessralla Farmstand Facebook
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Annual Craft Fair
Sat, Nov 2
10a-3p
Holy Apostles Parish Hall Building
575 Monponsett St
Join us for the Holy Apostles Parish Annual Craft Fair this November! There will be a basket raffle, bakery, kitchen, many vendors, and plenty of parking. For questions about the fair, contact: Holy Apostles Parish at www.holyapostlescatholic.org.
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The Action Team's 6th Annual Sock Drive Has Begun!
The Action Team is a state and federally recognized 501c3 nonprofit that organizes community charity events, and this year they are hosting their 6th annual Sock Drive. To participate in this event, the Halifax Police Department has set up a donation collection for new socks in the Halifax Police Station at 540 Plymouth Street. Once donations are collected, the socks will be distributed nationwide to homeless individuals through the Joy of Sox Organization to provide homeless individuals with warmth and good health during the upcoming months.
In the thick of Winter, socks can at times be more important than food. "New socks contribute to better mobility, minimize the possibility of frostbite and reduce the risk of cellulitis, impetigo, fungal infection, trench foot, and skin breakdown," the Action Team explains. Last year, the organization was able to collect 6,720 pairs of socks, and over the last 5 years, they have collected more than 20,000 pairs. This year's goal is 7,000 pairs of socks!
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The Halifax Police Department is proud to participate in this nationwide charity event, and you too can make a difference with a simple donation of new socks. No contribution is too small, and all types of socks are welcome. Help give back to local Halifax and communities in need nationwide this winter season!
This year's donation period will run until November 30th. For more information, contact Laicey Ieronimo with the Action Team at carveractionteam@gmail.com.
Source & Photo Credit: HPD FB, www.theactionteamorganization.com
Story written by Sara MacKinnon, BuzzAround Intern, Providence College
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered to win:
a free month of training and a free uniform from Premier Martial Arts, Raynham
Historical Tidbit Question:
Who was the successor of
Miss Washburne?
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 October 16, 2024, before 2p, we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.
| The Buzz Around is brought to you this week by: Wenhan Liu, Sara MacKinnon, Jamie Puhi, Jacquelyn Rose & Greg Venezia | |
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Our Furry Friends
“Such short little lives our pets have to spend with us, and they spend most of it waiting for us to come home each day.
It is amazing how much love and laughter they bring into our lives and even how much closer we become with each other because of them.” ~ John Grogan
“Dogs are the leaders of the planet. If you see two life forms, one of them's making a poop, the other one's carrying it for him, who would you assume is in charge.”
~ Jerry Seinfeld
“ Pets devour the loneliness. They give us purpose, responsibility, a reason for getting up in the morning, and a reason to look to the future. They ground us, help us escape the grief, make us laugh, and take full advantage of our weakness by exploiting our furniture, our beds, and our refrigerator. We wouldn't have it any other way.”
~ Nick Trout, Tell Me Where It Hurts: A Day of Humor, Healing and Hope in My Life As an Animal Surgeon
“I think dogs are the most amazing creatures; they give unconditional love. For me they are the role model for being alive.” ~ Gilda Radner
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A soft and cuddly role model. Fantastic! ~ Jacquie
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