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BuzzAround East Bridgewater
August 24, 2025
~ Building Community One Positive Story at a Time.
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Our Very Own at the MPTC Plymouth Police Academy
East Bridgewater Police Department's K-9 Officer Josh DeJesus and K-9 Thor were at the Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC) Plymouth Police Academy for a K-9 Demo day! Officer DeJesus and Thor worked alongside other teams from surrounding towns which included Officer Joe Boyajian and K9 Caide of Fall River PD, and Detective Colleen Marzelli and comfort dog Callie of Bourne PD. These three teams accompanied Officer Dave Aguiar and K-9 Edo in the demonstration.
Posted by the MPTC, "Much appreciation to all the handlers and Police Departments for sharing them with us! These handlers are also proud Plymouth Academy Alumni!"
As alumni of the Plymouth Police Academy, EB's Officer DeJesus and the other handlers showed their PPA pride, while also expressing their committment to keeping their communities safe. What better way to support one another than to come together as a team themselves!
Written by Serena Croteau, Southern New Hampshire University, Buzz Around Intern
Source: MPTC Plymouth Police Academy FB
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Historical Tidbit:
EB Center ~ Fred Bates Morse Square in the 1950's
No lights, traffic was directed by a police officer as cars approached from all angles.
Continuing her legacy, we occasionally post historical contributions Margaret Orr (Nutter) Alexander (1927 - 2019) shared with us.
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Send news to eb@buzzaround.info. Deadline is Wednesday at 5pm to bee in Sunday's edition.
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Town Hall
175 Central St
508-378-1601
eastbridgewater.gov
E. Bridgewater Public Library
32 Union St 508-378-1616
Monday and Tuesday: 9a-8p
Wednesday and Thursday: 9a-5p
Friday: 9a-1p, Saturday: 9a-2p
eastbridgewaterlibrary.org
Council on Aging
355 Plymouth St 508-378-1610
COA
Food Pantries
E. Bridgewater Emergency Food Pantry
Union Congregational Church
105 Pleasant St. (508) 378- 2874
2nd Wednesday from 12:30 - 2p
& last Saturday from 9:30 - 11a
Donations contact: ebfoodpantry@yahoo.com
St Vincent DePaul Food Pantry
St. John's Catholic Church
210 Center St, EB. (508) 378-3760
1st Monday, 3 - 5:30p, except for holidays, 3rd Monday, 3 - 4:30p, except for holidays.
ebstvincentdep9@aol.com
Free Community Meal
EBUMC 54 N. Central St.
Every Wednesday 5:30 - 6:30.
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Congratulations
Christine McElhinney
you won
a $15 gift certificate to
Sarcastic Swine BBQ in Abington
Bee sure to play our Historical Tidbit Trivia Game at the bottom of this newsletter.
Enter for this week's prize of
a free full day of doggie daycare at
Angie's Pet Care
in-home custom pet daycare in Middleboro
Value $45
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East Bridgewater Beautification Committee
The East Bridgewater Select Board is accepting applications from individuals who would like to serve on a town Beautification Committee. While the specific functions of the Committee are yet to be decided, similar committees in other communities engage in areas such as:
*Litter Busting
*Dedicated gardens on municipal property (this would be different than the community gardens at the Council on Aging)
*Work with municipal departments and the Department of Public Works on horticultural designs for municipal properties
Individuals interested in participating should complete the volunteer form at https://www.eastbridgewaterma.gov/sites/g/files/ and email it to Ly Nguyen LNguyen@eastbridgewaterma.gov
For more information, please contact the Select Board office at 508-378-1601
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Thank You DA Tim Cruz!
"EB Council on Aging Director Sue Prendergast and EB Police Chief Michael Jenkins were grateful to accept $500 each from Plymouth County DA Timothy Cruz’s office to help fund our Community Shredding and DEA Drug Take Back event which will be October 25th. These funds are from drug seizures within Plymouth County."
Repost: East Bridgewater Police Department FB
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EB Public Library's Animal Story Time
"On Wednesday we listened to author Carla Marrero read her new picture book, "Babs and the Rainbow Realm," and played with some adorable, adoptable kittens and bunnies from the Brockton APCSM!"
Repost: EB Public Library FB
| | Brockton Area Prevention Collaborative | | Overdose Prevention Training Now Available in Spanish! | |
High Point Prevention Services is proud to announce that our Overdose Prevention Training is available in Spanish, so everyone in our communities has the tools to respond in an emergency.
This training is also available in English, Brazilian Portuguese, and Haitian Creole on YouTube.
ebhopes.net
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Introducing Book Worm Threads
The Friends of the East Bridgewater Public Library are excited to announce the opening of BOOKWORM THREADS, a Printify Pop Up Store featuring custom products, promoting love and support of the East Bridgewater Public Library and love of reading. Infant, kids and adults shirts, bags and cups are featured. New products being added, so check back often. Funds raised support programs, activities and services at the library. Scan the QR code or insert the web address east-bridgewater-library.printify.me
Courtesy of Chris Beall, Friends of the Library
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You can spice up your own dishes with Johnny Mac's sauce! Whether you’re in the mood for Tomato, Marinara, or Spicy Roasted Garlic, grab a jar and get cookin'!
Eat well, laugh often, love much
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Love for Liz 5K & Family Fun Day
Sat, Aug 30
9a-4p
1 Nielson Ave
This 5K & Family Fun Day is to support an amazing friend and resident of the community, Elizabeth Stansel as she fights pancreatic cancer. There will be bounce houses, a dunk tank, good, music, and more! Every contribution makes a difference, so let's show some Love for Liz!
Source: Love For Liz FB Event
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Town of EB Shared this Helpful Resource for Small Businesses: MassDevelopment Support for Small Business Development and Expansion
"MassDevelopment provides support for small businesses to foster new growth, development, and job creation. Working capital loans are available to cover the cost of everyday expenses for your small business. These include term loans, lines of credit, guarantees, and micro loans."
For more information visit www.massdevelopment.com
Courtesy of the Town of East Bridgewater
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Are you a mental health professional ready for private practice?
Karen Peabody, owner of Forgewell Solutions is your partner! Check out her latest blog about the key to maintaining clients during this next step.
If you are interested in opening up your own private practice at Forgewell Solutions, contact Karen to get started.
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Hats off to EB's Little Vikings Summer Institute for another year on the books!
Great job everyone!
Image credits: Little Vikings FB
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Climate Can-Do:
Pollinator Gardens
We can help bees, butterflies, and birds keep our world in balence with an easy- to maintain Pollinator Garden.
Pollinators play a vital role in food production, helping to pollinate a significant portion of the fruits, vegetables, and nuts we consume. By creating pollinator gardens, we can help reverse the decline in pollinator populations, contributing to both ecological health and food security.
It is important to plant native species, so New England flora should be your focus. To attract bees, it is suggested to plant white snakeroot, bluebells, or American trout-liilies. To attract butterflies, plant New York ironweed, white wood astor, or purplestem angelica. Hummingbirds, as well as the other pollinators, are attracted to spotted crane's bill, butterfly milkweed, bee-balm, and white turtlehead.
Economically speaking, seeds are the better way to go. Plant them a season ahead (Fall or WInter). Already grown plants, though pricey, are easier and faster. Not only are these gardens pretty to look at, it will save you some time with yard work since you don't have to mow!
It does not matter how much land you have available, whether it is a four feet by four feet or a whole field, pollinator gardens bring life and beauty into our world. You can be a part of this journey to better our planet, one plant at a time.
Written by Serena Croteau, Southern New Hampshire University, Buzz Around Intern
Source: New England Wildflower Society & U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
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East Bridgewater Planning Board Meeting
August 18th, 2025
Video Courtesy of EBCAM
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The Bay Circuit Trail Goes through East Bridgewater
The trail and greenway is located close to 4 million people in Eastern Massachusetts, starting at the mouth of the Merrimack River and ending in Kingston Bay. The BCT, a close-to-home trail, offers a variety of recreation options including: walking, biking, snowshoeing, horseback riding and cross-country skiing. Many sections of the trail are accessible by the MBTA commuter rail and other public transit systems.
The idea for the Bay Circuit Trail & Greenway arose in 1929. Thereafter, the vision was proposed as an “outer Emerald Necklace,”— in other words, a greenbelt that would mirror the famous string of Frederick Law Olmsted-designed parks throughout Boston. Above all, the corridor would provide open space for the city’s fast-growing population. Eventually, over the next several decades, various public and private open spaces were established in the area between what is now Route 128 and Interstate 495. However, they failed to keep pace with commercial and residential development. Finally, interest in the project was renewed in the 1980s, and in 1990 the Bay Circuit Alliance (BCA) formed to make the trail and greenway a reality
The Alliance focused on linking segments of the trail to provide a place for recreation by adding more “pearls” to the “emerald necklace”. That work resulted in what we now call the BCT
Since 2012, the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) has led Bay Circuit Trail partners in the completion, enhancement of the trail, and also the long-term protection of this greenway. At present, more than 230 miles of multi-use, passive recreational trail have been dedicated, thanks to the contributions of hundreds of volunteers in 37 cooperating towns.
The AMC guides local communities in establishing their portion of the Bay Circuit Trail through planning and technical assistance, route identification, land protection, trail management and construction. Their connection with state and federal government helps them promote the Bay Circuit concept and improve trail-wide issues.
To fulfill the vision of the Bay Circuit, AMC has been working to close the final gaps of the trail. We are working to document varied uses on the trail, improve the recreational experience, secure permanent protection for the trail corridor, and encourage the public to explore the trail’s 230+ miles. Contact Diane Phillips dwpmountains@comcast.net
Friends of EB Trails to be invoved in the Bay Circuit Trail and EB's other natural wonders.
Info from: www.baycircuit.org
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Harvest season is in full swing, and we have lots of local goodies in for you! Come by and shop our selection of fresh produce:
Summer Squash, Zucchini, Kousa, Green and Yellow Beans, Eggplant, Green Peppers, and Corn!
Open 8am-6pm 7 days a week
416 Plymouth St, Halifax * Follow us on Facebook * nessrallafarm.com
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East Bridgewater School Committee Meeting
August 18th, 2025
Video Courtesy of EBCAM
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One Book, One Community
Get ready to turn the page into something exciting for the Fall 2025 season. The adult reading list welcomes two engaging titles: Becoming Madam Secretary by Stephanie Dray and Who Is Government? by Michael Lewis. These captivating books offer rich storytelling, fresh perspectives, and thought-provoking ideas that will spark lively discussions. If you’re interested in reading one or both of these book selections, check if they’re available in your library!
Source:Snoeytools Fall 2025 Books
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6th Annual Roger E. Boucher Memorial Charity Golf Tournament
For the 6th year in a row, the Kiwanis Club of East Bridgewater put on their Robert E. Boucher Memorial Charity Golf Tournament. This event was held on August 4th at the Easton Country Club. All the proceeds of the tournament and other fundraising events go directly to the many local charities supported by the Kiwanis Club. Sponsors, players, and attendees come together to bring awareness and financial support to so many causes!
In gratitude, the Kiwanis Club of East Bridgewater posted, "Thank you to all that participated and made it a great day!"
Written by Serena Croteau. Southern New Hampshire University, Buzz Around Intern
Source: Kiwanis Club of East Bridgewater FB
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered to win:
a free full day of doggie daycare at
Angie's Pet Care
in-home custom pet daycare in Middleboro
Value $45
Historical Tidbit Question:
Who contributed the image of EB Center in the 1950's?
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 August 27, 2025, before 2p, we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.
| The Buzz Around is brought to you this week by: Serena Croteau, Marie Gupton, Jacquelyn Rose & Greg Venezia. | | |
Making Honey
We started publishing the BuzzAround 16 years ago; a weekly compilation of local activities. We have always focused on the spaces where people are dedicating their volunteer time to make our communities better places to live. This spreads love in our villages, showing how we bind together and support one another.
BuzzAround spreads this good news because we all need it. We need to hear that good people exist, and that we have the power to shape our communal story. We have the power to create a just, caring society.
Again and again I have seen it work, and shared these stories. We have helped each other get through...and I am convinced that teamwork, with mutual respect and understanding, will get us though the challenges to come.
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Thank you for reading your BuzzAround, and for contributing to East Bridgewater's hometown life. Your participation makes our community bee sweet as honey.
~ Jacquie
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