July 28, 2024



~ Building Community One Positive Story at a Time.

Halifax Board of Selectmen

July 23, 2024

Video Courtesy of Area 58 Cable Access

Halifax Conservation Commission

 July 23, 2024

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Cooling Spaces Available 

Holmes Public Library

Council on Aging

Due to the high temperatures in the area, the Holmes Public Library, 470 Plymouth Street, and Council on Aging, 500 Plymouth Street, are available as cooling spaces for residents during regular business hours. Please contact the individual departments for any questions. For the Holmes Public Library, please call (781) 293-2271 and for the Council on Aging, please call (781) 293-7313.

Source: Halifax MA Site 

Looking for a Board of Library Trustees Member

Deadline Wed, July 31st 

The Board of Library Trustees has a vacant seat and is accepting talent bank forms from residents interested in serving on the board as an interim member until the 2025 annual town election.

If interested, please submit a talent bank form to the Board of Selectmen's Office either in-person at 499 Plymouth Street or via e-mail to Pamela.McSherry@halifax-ma.org. Talent bank forms will be accepted through Wednesday, July 31st, 2024.

Source: Halifax MA Site 

Massachusetts Offers The First Statewide Arts Prescribing Solution

As of Jul 8, 2024

The Mass Cultural Council has just announced that it will be partnering with Art Pharmacy Services as part of the very first statewide art prescribing solution in the country! This means that healthcare workers will start prescribing art and cultural events as part of their healthcare treatment. This will provide a wider range of treatments to improve people's quality of life. The Executive Director of Mass Cultural Council, Michael J. Bobbitt, stated, "The Mass Cultural Council believes this initiative will increase access to participation in the arts, help reduce healthcare costs, and support vulnerable communities in Massachusetts.”

The Art Pharmacy is an organization that combines decades of art and health research with a social prescribing model to treat complicated health issues in this country. Multiple countries, such as Great Britain, have used social prescribing as a treatment plan. Social prescribing involves referring patients to cultural and artistic events and organizations to address mental health issues like stress or loneliness.

Source:Mass Cultural Council

Silver Lake Middle School Hockey League Registration

Jul 5- Jul 30

Bridgewater Ice Arena



WHK volunteered to begin coordinating the middle school hockey teams for the Silver Lake and Whitman-Hanson school districts. There will be separate teams for each district. The goal for the teams is to group the players by grade to the best of our abilities.

The Middle School program plays on Friday nights throughout the hockey season, with games only. The 2024-2025 Season Middle School teams will continue to play in the Baystate Hockey League, formerly known as the Bog League. This league is composed of local Patriot League town teams that participate in three different levels (Green, White, Red). This league is challenging and competitive for our players.

Middle schoolers in grades 6-8 who want to play for Silver Lake Middle School hockey teams next season should register before the due date on July 30. The registration fee is $75. The 2024-2025 season tuition for players is $600, and the goalie tuition is $300.

Evaluation skates will be held on August 14 at the Bridgewater Ice Arena.

For more information go to the WHK Site

Got Sneakers?

Generations in Support of the Halifax Council on Aging has a new fundraiser!

100% the proceeds will go towards programs and materials for the Halifax Council on Aging.

There is a collection barrel behind the Halifax Recycling Center, next to the clothing bin, for your used sneakers. This will be an on-going fundraiser and we greatly appreciate your participation. If you have any questions please contact Jeanne Kling at #781-258-6537 or email Generations halifaxgenerationscoa@gmail.com

Halifax Summer Smash Registration Open!

Aug 2-4 

Halifax Girls Softball's "Summer Smash" is back for its 20th year. Come support our talented players as they compete against 45 other teams in a tournament brimming with fun and friendly competition.

For more information, please visit the Halifax Girls Softball Site .

Friends of the Library Volunteers 

Friends of the Library at Holmes is a non-profit volunteer organization that supports the Holmes Public Library in sponsoring activities and programs. Volunteers sponsor these events and also donate materials/books. 

Holmes Public Library is always seeking new members to assist in library operations, and anyone can apply. To learn more about the Friends of the Holmes Library mission and the events they sponsor or apply, please visit the Holmes Public Library Site. 

Halifax Park Wide Yard Sale 

Aug 3-4 

9a-2p

Halifax Estates 

Join for a fantastic community event where you can discover incredible deals on gently used treasures. This annual yard sale is a great way to support our community and find unique items. In past years, we've had an impressive 42-59 homes participating, making it a can't-miss event for bargain hunters and neighbors alike.

Source: Halifax Estates HHG FB Post 

TRIAD Meeting 

Tue, Aug 6 

10a

Halifax Town Hall

oin TRIAD for a special meeting featuring a Halifax speaker! On August 6th, Halifax resident Fred Corrigan will share captivating stories about his younger days living near Mount Washington in New Hampshire.

This meeting is free and open to the public and refreshments will be provided. 

The Market at Raven Brook 

Sun, Aug 11 

10a-2p 

137 Wood St 

The Market at Raven Brook is back again, bringing a collection of homegrown and homemade creations. This is a great way to support small and local businesses in the area!

Come check out the amazing work of these small businesses: Rock Yard Farm, The Spotted Hound Barkery, Little House Granola, Tateo Organics, The Little Cookie Shed, Child's Play Alpaca, Herbs and Sundry, Rockland Raw Honey, Grassyroots Apothecary, Hare's Paw, and Tree Top Candle Shop. More are still being added, so be sure to stay up to date with The Farm at Raven Brook FB. 

Source: The Farm at Raven Brook FB Post 

Climate Can Do:

Seasonal Food and Farmers Markets

Going to a farmers market is a wonderful activity to do with family, friends, or alone, and it also helps the planet. 

Local and Seasonal Food

Farmers markets sell primarily local food. Vendors travel from their farms to the market. Because the food travels a shorter distance from the farm to the consumer, less gas is burned for transportation. Local produce is seasonal— strawberries in late spring and early summer, peaches and watermelon in the middle of summer, grapes and apples in the fall, squashes in the winter. It is fresh, nutrient rich with more taste. Additionally, smaller farmers are more likely to pay their workers a living wage than huge factory farms. 

Avoid Monocrop Farming

Smaller farmers are less likely to use monocropping. Planting a single crop over and over again in the same space harms the soil, requires more pesticides, and adds harmful runoff of chemicals to local water supplies.

Accessibility

Farmers markets increase access to fresh, high quality food in lower income communities. Since farmers who sell at the markets typically travel around to different locations in the surrounding area of their farms, they can provide better, healthier food choices for communities that do not have access to them.

Reduced Plastic Waste

Farmers market products are not typically wrapped in plastic, or pre-cut and packaged, as in grocery stores. This reduces plastic waste. 

This Climate Can-Do Article was written by Vasilia Yordanova on actions we can do to live more sustainably. We can do it!



Source: news.climate.columbia.edu

Officer Hingst Retirement ~ Halifax Police Dept.

“Please join us in congratulating Officer Hingst on his well-deserved retirement. He began his esteemed career in 1984 with the Plympton Police Department, serving diligently for three years before joining the Halifax Department in 1987. Officer Hingst served in patrol, court prosecutor, school safety officer, hate crimes officer and department historian.” 

Best wishes to Officer Hingst on his retirement, and thank you for your dedication the community! 

Reposted from Halifax Police Department FB 

WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME

Have fun with us and bee entered to win:

a facial from Salon Esprit,

Carriage Crossing East Bridgewater



Includes skin analysis; cleansing, exfoliation, pore extraction if needed, a treating serum, facial/neck/shoulder massage, and a finishing mask. Value $80

Historical Tidbit Question:

What plants can be found as July moon names?

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 July 31, 2024, before 2p, we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.

Ocean.

“With every drop of water you drink, every breath you take, you’re connected to the sea. No matter where on Earth you live.”

~ Sylvia Earle

“The cure for anything is salt water: sweat, tears, or the sea.” ~ Karen Blixen

“My soul is full of longing for the secret of the sea, and the heart of the great ocean sends a thrilling pulse through me.”

~ Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

“The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever.”

~ Jacques Yves Cousteau

The sea is our lifeblood, and we must care for it as we care for our very souls. You can help, rethink single use plastic. ~ Jacquie

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