January 5, 2020
~ Building Community One Positive Story at a Time
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Bears in the Wild
The BSU campus is home to five bear sculptures, four of which were painted by artists from Boston’s Street Theory gallery, with funding from the president’s office.
The most recent addition to the pack was painted by BSU student Kayla DaCosta, ’21. Earlier this year, her bear – painted bright orange, yellow and salmon – was placed just off the courtyard behind the Rondileau Campus Center.
Kayla, who is studying fine arts with a concentration in painting, was selected for the project by Jay Block, associate director of collections and exhibitions. She was excited to add to the collection of painted mascots that began appearing last year across campus. “It’s super rewarding to see my work on such a large scale and to see it on my college campus,” she said.
The other sculptures can be seen in University Park near Crimson Hall, at East Campus Commons, outside Kelly Gym and at the Welcome Center.
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Want to search for Wild Bears?
Here's a fun free family activity: Visit Bridgewater State University campus and find each of the 5 statues. Snap a picture of each and send into us by Jan 31, 2020:
goodnews@buzzaround.org and you will be entered to win a $50 gift certificate to Bridgewater Farm Supply.
Image Credit: J. Rose
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Historical Tidbit:
Home Made Ice Cream
In the early 1900s, Ice Cream "Parlors" were rare. If you wanted ice cream, you had to make it yourself with a Hand-Crank Ice Cream Maker.
In 1843, Nancy Johnson got a patent on a machine to make ice cream by hand. This device provided a real treat to just about everyone.
My great grandparents had one that was a little keg about 18 inches tall and 1 foot across with a metal cylinder in the middle that was run by a hand crank (handle). The cylinder was placed in the wooden keg and ice from the iceman or from an ice-house and salt would be placed between the cylinder and keg. Milk, sugar and flavoring, such as vanilla, would be placed in the cylinder and as this was turned and cooled, a thin layer of milk would start to freeze. The rotating paddles scraped off the frozen milk and left a new layer. As the milk became stiff it turned into the eagerly awaited ice cream. This process took from 20 to 30 minutes, depending upon the amount of salt used.
When the process was completed and the paddles lifted out there was a little ice cream sticking on them and if you were quick enough you got to lick them to get the first taste of the awaited treat.
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Respectfully submitted, Sue Basile
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Academy Building Municipal Offices
66 Central Square
508-697-0921
Mon - Thurs 8a - 4p, Fri 8a - 1p
Public Library
15 South Street
508-697-3331
Mon - Wed 9a - 8p
Thurs 10a - 5p, Fri & Sat 10a - 2p
Cole-Yeaton Senior Center
10 Wally Krueger Way
508-697-0929
Mon - Thurs 9a - 3p, Fri 9a - noon
Food Pantry
Central Square Congregational Church
71 Central Square
508-697-6016
Thursdays - 10a - 1p
1st Monday of each month from 6 to 8 p
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Congratulations!
Antoinette Parsons
won a
Jump Start Training Package including
nutrition consultation & 6 free sessions from
Get In Shape For Women at
180 Winter St, Bridgewater
Value: $140
You should play our
Historical Tidbit Trivia Game
at the bottom of this newsletter.
You could win a
$50 gift certificate to Beauty Counter products through Independent Consultant
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Bridgewater Raynham Regional
High School Winter Pops Concert 2019
Video Courtesy of The Raynham Channel
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Enter Our 2021 Annual Tide Calendar Photography Contest
!
We’re taking submissions from all, amateur and professional, young and old alike. Photographs must be of wild life, scenery, agricultural use, archaeological resources, or recreational activities SHOT WITHIN the Taunton River Watershed related to water use and conservation in the watershed. Submission deadline is July 15, 2020. Read more
here
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The Learning Tree
Fridays in January & February (next one 1/10)
10:30 - 11:30a
Join Miss Nicole for activities to support your 3-5 year old's school readiness.
Families will receive a free book.
Call Nancy to register 508-822-5388 x208.
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We're Your COMPLETE Garden, Farm &
Pet Store!
We have everything you need to keep yourself safe, and your pets, fish and feathered friends safe, too!
Stop in today!
1000 Plymouth St (Rt 104) Bridgewater • (508) 697-0357
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Bridgewater Police Department Invites Residents to Join Citizens Police Academy
Chief Christopher Delmonte and the Bridgewater Police Department are pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for the 23rd Citizens Police Academy Class.
The 14-week citizens academy is open to all Bridgewater residents over the age of 21, and is designed to familiarize residents with the daily operations of the department.
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The academy will meet on Wednesday evenings from 6-9p beginning Jan. 8, 2020.
Academy participants will get an in-depth look at the following aspects of the department:
- Constitutional Law
- Motor Vehicle Law
- Use of Force
- K-9 Unit
- Domestic Violence
- Patrol Procedures
- Officer Survival
- Active Shooter Response (ALICE)
- Defensive Tactics
- Drone Operations
- OUI Liquor
- Mock Trial and Courtroom Procedures
- Drug Recognition Expert
- Drug Enforcement
Participants will also have the opportunity to ride-along with officers on patrol, tour the Old Colony Correctional Institution at Bridgewater and observe the judicial process at Brockton District Court.
“The Citizens Police Academy is a valuable way for our residents to see firsthand our officers’ extensive duties and responsibilities,” Chief Delmonte said. “We are looking forward to welcoming the new academy class and teaching them all that we have to offer.”
For further information about this program please contact Officer Ryan O’Connell at 508-659-1512.
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Come See our New Home
265 Bedford St, Bridgewater
(508) 378-9971
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Thursdays beginning Jan 9
th
7:00 - 9:00p
Union Congregational Church
265 West Britannia Street, Taunton
No auditions are necessary and all voices are welcome. The spring concert will feature songs of the Beatles, Rolling Stones, Elton John and Queen.
The Taunton Civic Chorus is the area’s longest running choral group and has been an important part of the cultural life of Taunton since 1959. In addition to presenting an annual spring and holiday concert, the TCC performs at local events such Raynham Tree Lighting, private functions, and local church services. Each year, TCC proudly awards a scholarship to a young person entering college who has been involved in the performing arts in high school.
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Roast Beef Dinner & Dos Amigo's
Saturday, January 11th
Dinner 5-7p ~ Music 7-11p
Citizens Club
60 Hale Street, Bridgewater
$20 per person / $35 per couple
Please call 508-679-9887 for more info.
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This year make a resolution to:
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Love yourself more
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Eat clean and healthy
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Relieve your stress
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Work on building a STRONGER body
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Schedule a
FREE
session at
Get in Shape for Women in Bridgewater
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6 Weeks of Small Group Personal Training
for
only $279
!
Let this be the year we stop wishing and start DOING!
180 Winter St., Bridgewater
(across from Chatta Box)
Contact Stephanie at 508-697-2900
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Successful Transition Planning
Monday, January 13th
7:00p
The Bridge Center
470 Pine Street, Bridgewater
What will life after high school be like for your child with special needs?
Your child’s life after high school can be happy and meaningful! Join us for a Federation for Children with Special Needs workshop on transition planning with guest speaker Cathy Hickey of the Brockton Area Arc.
Childcare will be provided. If you are planning to bring your child(ren), please RSVP at least 1 week prior to the event at
http://thebridgectr.org/.
Brought to you by your friends at the Bridgewater-Raynham SEPAC, the Easton SEPAC, the East Bridgewater SEPAC, and Inclusion Matters.
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Essential Oils Workshop
Tuesday, January 14th
6:30p
doTERRA wellness advocate Chris Ventura will be holding an essential oils workshop free and open to the public.
More people are using essential oils today. Essential oils are used for everything from pampering yourself to cleaning and helping with various ailments. An essential oil is a fragrant liquid extracted from leaves, twigs, berries, bark, wood, roots, flowers, citrus peels, or other plant matter.
Essential oils are both exciting and promising when it comes to taking care of your own and your family’s health. Whether you’re applying essential oils topically, enjoying the aromatic benefits through diffusing, or taking essential oils internally, the positive effects of essential oils are boundless.
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Wood Palace Kitchen Designs
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Watch the demolition and install of a beautiful kitchen!
Coming soon, the American Collection.
7 Mill St, Middleboro
(508) 947-1975
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OLD COLONY YMCA –
EAST BRIDGEWATER
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Ring in the New Year with a
New YOU!
Come in and sign up today!
(508) 378-3913
635 Plymouth St, East Bridgewater
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Dog Licenses Available
Dog owners in Bridgewater are reminded that the Dog Licenses are valid from January 1st through December 31st . A dog licensing form to register dogs for the calendar year 2020 will be sent to all residents with the 2020 Annual Town Census.
The 2020 Dog License costs are: Male/Female: $20.00, Neutered Male/Spayed Female: $15.00.
Beginning March 1st Dogs not registered will be charged a fine of $10.00 in addition to the cost of the license as required by the Canine Control Ordinance.
Licenses may be purchased in person at the Town Clerk’s Office, located at 66 Central Square in the Academy Building. Office hours are Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friday 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Licenses also may be purchased by mailing a request, the proper fee, self-addressed stamped envelope and copy of current rabies certificate to Town Clerk’s Office, 66 Central Square, Bridgewater, MA 02324.
Additionally, licenses may be purchased online through the Town’s Website:
bridgewaterma.org
by clicking on “Make a Payment” to access the ONLINE PAYMENT CENTER.
Residents with questions are welcome to contact the Town Clerk’s Office (508-697-0921)
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Southeastern Celebrates Class of '20 High Honors
and recipients of the John and Abigail Adams Scholarship.
Read more
www.sersd.org
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Estate Planning for Business Owners
Tuesday, January 14th
7:30 – 9:00a
Massasoit Community College
49 Union Street, Middleboro
Attorney Jeff Lally focuses on the areas of estate planning and business law. He works with his clients by actively listening to his clients, patiently educating them about their options, and partnering with them to develop the solution best matched to their needs. Jeff’s goal is to provide peace of mind to every individual, family, or business he works with and develop long term relationships rather than transactional ones. Register
here.
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Wishing you a Safe year!
Thank you to all our customers!
Make sure you are covered and are not overpaying for your insurance.
Come in to review your policy today.
111 Torrey St, Suite 1, Brockton
508-456-6220
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Sunshine Farm Sanctuary
Their mission is to help children heal who have experienced trauma and are now living in the state's foster care system. Sunshine Farm has created a new emotional world by healing through compassion and happiness. The farm offers the experience for children to feel welcomed into a world where people and animals cherish them, protect them, meet their needs, make them feel at home and give them a sense of belonging. When the children work side by side with the animals they start to heal the feelings of fear, abandonment, helplessness, and isolation. All of their programs aid in helping a child to feel an uplifting in their self worth. The children form an attachment to the horses and other small animals. Their imaginations and creativity run wild at the farm and their spirits are free.
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
Have fun with us and bee entered to win a
$50 gift certificate to Beauty Counter products through
Independent Consultant
Christine Harkins. The clean revolution
Historical Tidbit Question
:
Who got a patent for an ice cream
maker in 1843?
Email us your answer at:
Please include your name, phone number with your answer.
Prize Box Rules
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By entering, you give us permission to announce your name in next week's Buzz Around Bridgewater.
On January 8, 2020 we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.
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Architecture & Place-making:
From MIT Whitepaper called
Places in the Making
(2013)
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While the place is important, the "making" builds connections, creates civic engagement, and empowers citizens—in short, it builds social capital ... The relationships that grow out of the "making" are equal to, if not more important than, the places that result."
The above quote is about public places that invite spontaneous collaboration, discussion or gaming (chess & checker tables) and what they do for us as a community. When we surround ourselves with thoughtful ideas, we are nurtured and more come.
“An idea is salvation by imagination.”
~ Frank Lloyd Wright
“To create, one must first question everything.” ~ Eileen Gray
"For me, architecture is not just creating a space to protect people but to make them dream as well." ~ Mario Botta
"I try to give people a different way of looking at their surroundings. That's art to me." ~Maya Lin
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The space that we surround ourselves with can feed our soul and inspire it... whether it be architecture, art, or nature. We can do this for our selves, in our own home and family and in our communities.
~ Jacquie
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The Buzz Around is brought to you this week by Jen Bellody, Janice O'Brien, Jacquelyn Rose, Gregory Venezia
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