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Bridgewater BuzzAround
September 6, 2026
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Bridgewater Rotarian Receives International Peace Award
Dr. Frances M. Jeffries, a member of the Rotary Club of the Bridgewaters, has been awarded the 2026 Rotary International Zone 32 Donald MacRae Peace Award for her long-standing work promoting peace, international understanding and humanitarian service.
The award recognizes a Rotarian or Rotary organization each year for work consistent with Rotary's goal of advancing international understanding, goodwill, and peace. Jeffries has been involved with Rotary since 1987, when she was inducted into the Turlock Rotary Club in California, and was among the first women to join the organization.
Much of Jeffries' Rotary work has focused on international service. She has helped develop and monitor adult literacy projects in Ethiopia and South Africa, assisted with literacy efforts connected to Water for Cambodia, and has served as a ShelterBox Ambassador since 2000. ShelterBox provides emergency shelter and essential supplies to people affected by disasters and conflict.
Her work also has a local connection. In 2020, Jeffries established Peace in Bridgewater and Beyond/International City of Peace, bringing a focus on peacebuilding and international understanding to the Bridgewater community. She currently serves as co-chair of Rotary District 7950's Peacebuilding, Conflict Prevention and Resolution Committee.
Jeffries' approach to peacebuilding centers on bringing people and organizations together, finding common ground and working toward lasting solutions. Her latest recognition highlights decades of service that have connected the Bridgewater community with humanitarian and peacebuilding efforts around the world.
Written by: Justine McConnell, BuzzAround Intern
Source: Frances Jeffries / Rotary Club of the Bridgewaters
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Bridgewater Academy Lions Club Yard Sale
Sat, Sep 12
7:00a-11:30a
Winter Place Parking Lot, 755 Bedford St.
Great finds, great prices, great causes! No early birds please!
Source: Bridgewater Lions Club's FB
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D’s Elite Nails Celebrates New Management
15% off! Walk-ins welcome.
Mani * Pedi * Waxing
Pamper Yourself! You deserve it!
27 Central Street, East Bridgewater, MA
(508)-378-8085
Text Wendy (617) 238- 8668
D's Elite Nails and Spa
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Equipment For Your Yard-work When You Need It!
Bobcat Ride-on Aerator.
Model AE30S. $295 per day
Eliet Eco Cure
Top Dresser $349 per day
Grant's Rental
10 Bedford Street Bridgewater
www.grantsrental.com
(508) 279-0950
GrantsRental FB
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Handmade Treasures for Ukraine
Sat, Sept. 12
10a - 1p
First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church
50 School Street
The First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church is hosting a handmade crafting event for the people of Ukraine! Please bring needles and yarn and prepare to make hats, mittens, or socks for the people of Ukraine.
Source: First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church
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An Evening With Medium Sandy Waters
Mon, Sept 14
6:00p - 7:30p
Bridgewater Public Library
15 South Street
Join Sandy Waters as she shares her journey into mediumship!
Her years of learning and teaching have taught her that we all have the gift of connecting to the other side. Like learning any language, it’s about investing time to learn how it works.
She will share ways that your loved ones connect with each of you followed by sharing a few messages. The event will end allowing time for questions and answers.
Source: Bridgewater Public Library
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Fowl Player Productions Audition Notice
Mon Sept 14
Tue, Sept 15
Wed, Sept 16 (call backs)
6:30p
First Parish UU Church
50 School St, Bridgewater
Fowl Player Productions is having auditions for their productions of Five Women Wearing the Same Dress! Directed by Ronni Marshak, the play follows five bridesmaids hiding from a wedding reception, who subsequently all realize their dislike for the bride.
Source/Registration: Fowl Player Productions
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Climate Can Do - Carpooling!
Looking for an easy way to save the environment and money? Look no further than carpooling! Seemingly simple in nature, the act of carpooling and sharing a ride with co-workers, friends, and others has a profound impact on both our ecosystems and wallets. Carpooling reduces carbon footprints and improves air quality while simultaneously lowering overall fuel costs, and in some cases qualifying eligible participants for tax incentives! For more information on carpooling, van-pooling, and other alternatives, visit Mass.Gov.
Written by: Connor Gerraughty, Bates College, BuzzAround Intern
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Read & Draw Art Class
Tues, Sept 15
10:00a - 11:00a
Bridgewater Public Library
15 South Street Bridgewater
Join Triumph for Read & Draw with Me! Join us for family fun, with story time and art exploration while building your child's social skills. For children ages 3-6 and registration is required.
Read & Draw is funded by a grant awarded to Triumph, INC by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care.
Source & Registration: Bridgewater Public Library
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Nurturing Fathers Program
Thurs, Sept 17
5:30p - 7:30p
Family Resource Center
1041 Pearl St, Suite L, Brockton
Nurturing Fathers is a 13-week interactive program for fathers, father figures, stepfathers, and men in parenting roles. Participants strengthen parenting skills, build healthy relationships with their children and co-parents, and gain the confidence to lead with empathy and purpose.
Source: United Way Greater Plymouth
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September Art Exhibit
Wed, Sept 23
4:00p - 7:00p
Bridgewater Public Library
15 South Street Bridgewater
Stephen Smalley, a Bridgewater resident and professor emeritus at Bridgewater State University, graduated from Massachusetts College of Art, State College at Boston and The Pennsylvania State University. He joined the art faculty at BSU in 1972 and served as department chair from ‘72-‘84. Dr. Smalley retired in 2005 and taught part-time until 2022. He chaired the Emeriti Faculty Club (revised to Retired Faculty Club) from 2011-2022.
Source: Bridgewater Public Library
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Bridgewater Little League Homecoming
On Monday, August 24, the Bridgewater Little League received a homecoming welcome as they returned home from the Little League World Series in South Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Their return comes after an unfortunate 10-0 loss against Ohio, but that didn't dull Bridgewater's spirit.
The 2026 season marked the first entrance into the Little League World Series in the 74-year history of the Bridgewater Little League, an enormous achievement. The BLL team received a warm welcome by the town of Bridgewater, one that was greatly deserved after their hard work and dedication. Congratulations Bridgewater Little League!
Written by: Connor Gerraughty, Bates College BuzzAround Intern
Source: Bridgewater Little League FB
Photo & Vid credit: J. Rose
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered to win:
a Bridgewater Square Chiropractic Initial Soft Wave Treatment – up to a $125 value
Historical Tidbit Question:
What was an "Army Bath"?
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On September 9, 2026, before 2p, we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.
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Joy.
"They say a person needs just three things to be truly happy in this world: someone to love, something to do, and something to hope for.” ~ Tom Bodett
“I don't think of all the misery, but of the beauty that still remains.” ~ Anne Frank
“Sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, but sometimes your smile can be the source of your joy.” ~ Thich Nhat Hanh
“To get the full value of joy you must have someone to divide it with.” ~ Mark Twain
“Let us dance in the sun, wearing wild flowers in our hair...” ~ Susan Polis Schutz
"Find ecstasy in life; the mere sense of living is joy enough." ~ Emily Dickinson
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