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Farewell Social for the Old Middle Senior High School 

Tickets are now on sale for the evening farewell social on May 2, 2015
to commemorate the current MSHS building.
Cost is $20.00 per person

Please join us for both day and evening events to help bid farewell to the current MSHS building!

The days events will start as the doors open at 2:00pm, followed by the formal program including presentations and guest speakers starting at 3:00pm.
Then join us for the evening social in the gymnasium from 5pm - 8pm.

Tickets for the evening social can be purchased at the MSHS office, or by sending $20. with a self addressed stamped envelope to Christine Page,
 155 West Center St. West Bridgewater, MA 02379.

 For more information contact Christine Page at cpage@wbridgewater.com
The classes of 1953-2015 are encouraged to attend, as well as any teachers, staff, family and friends. Hope to see you then!!

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Congratulations
Angela Le Grice

Angela won a 1 Hour Reiki Session at Revolutions Salon, Route 106, EB

You should play
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You could win a $10 Gift Certificate to
Lavender Sky Gifts,
494 N Bedford St, EB

 
Historical Tidbit :   Historical Bridgewaters

An Essay by Hazel C. Fletcher - April 1961

                     

     The West Bridgewater Public Library is in the oldest section of the Bridgewaters, in Massachusetts.  It is here that a lot of history began.

We have books of history and geneology of the old families in this district

that are of much interest to tourists who are looking up or tracing their family tree - The Howards, Ames, Willises and Edsons who came here in early 1600.

     The West Bridgewater Public Library was founded in 1879 by Mr. Francis E. Howard and other interested citizens and located in the old Post Office building with 736 volumes.

They moved to the present location in the former Center Primary School building, now over 100 years old, in October 1908.

Needless to say, we are very crowded. Therefore, we are looking forward to moving into our new and modern building, voted by the townspeople, in another year.

Today, through generous benefactors and town appropriations, we have a well equipped library of 21,000 volumes including encyclopedias and magazines.

     Former distinguished patrons and residents of our town were D.H. Montgomery, well known historian and author of "Leading Facts of History" and Horace Mann Willard, a former principal of the "Howard School for Girls", formerly the Howard Seminary. They were influential in the organization and selection of the original books for the library.

 

From A Collection of Treasured Items from the WB Library

 

Monday, February 16
Happy Presidents Day!
All town offices, banks, library and schools are closed.

Tuesday, February 17

Outreach - 9a - COA
Swedish Weaving - 1p - COA
ADA Compliance Comm - 2:30p - Town Hall
Zumba Gold - 3p - COA
Conservation Comm -6:30p - Town Hall
Historic District Study Comm - 6:30p - Town Hall

Wednesday, February 18

Rotary Club of the Bridgewaters - 7:15a - Good Days Restaurant
Outreach - 9a - COA
Swedish Weaving - 1p - COA
Board of Assessors - 6p - Town Hall
Agricultural Comm - 6:45p - Library
Board of Selectmen - 7p - Town Hall
Planning Board - 7:30p - Town Hall

Thursday, February 19

Exercise - 8:30a - COA
Board of Health - 8:30a - Town Hall
Outreach - 9a - COA
Supportive Care - 9a - COA
Line Dancing - 9:30a - COA
Ms Nanette's Story Time - 10:30a - Library
Lunch - noon - COA
Mah Jongg - 12:45p - COA
Trucchi's Van - 1p - COA
Yoga - 6p - First Church
Finance Committee - 7p - Town Hall
Friday, February 20
Outreach - 9a - COA
Tai Chi - 9a - COA
Swedish Weaving - 10:30a - COA
Zumba Gold - 3:30p - COA
Saturday, February 21
Church of St. Ann Mass - 4p
 
Reminder: No weekend MBTA Rail Service 
Sunday, February 22
Church of St. Ann - 8:30a, 10:30a  
Cochestett United Methodist - Sunday Worship Service & Sunday School 10:15am
First Church - Worship - 9:30a 
Fellowship Hour - 11a 
Joy of Pentecost - Sunday School & service 10a
evening worship 6p
Temple Baptist - 10a, 11a & 6p
West Bridgewater Baptist - 9:15 Sunday School, 10:30 Service, evening worship 6p

 

* Information compiled in this issue from Town web sites & submitted information. Feel free to submit events & information from your non-profit group.

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Public Safety Announcement

 

As we are seeing record snowfall totals in such a short time frame, we would like to take a moment to remind you of some important safety tips. 

The highway department has worked around the clock on the snow removal operation and their efforts are to be commended. Their work is ongoing and we certainly appreciate their dedication to the community.

As children return to school, it is particularly important to use caution when driving as high snow banks may restrict visibility. Some sidewalks have not yet been cleared, so please be cautious of pedestrians and be sure to clear the snow off of your vehicle before getting on the roadways. Please allow for extra travel time for travel during these conditions.

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Be sure to clear the area around the heating vents at your home. When these vents are blocked by snow, they can cause a buildup of carbon monoxide in the home.

If you are able, we would greatly appreciate any help you can provide in shoveling out hydrants in town. In case of fire, the time it takes to clear out a buried hydrant delays our ability to respond.

We appreciate your patience and understanding during this time.

 

If you have any issues, please contact the highway department at

 508-894-1216 or the fire department at 508-894-1285.

 

February Vacation Crafts & Activities

 

Are you planning to be home this vacation? 

Looking for things to do with the kids?   

Don't let winter get you down. We have done all the work for you.   If you want to stay in and enjoy the comforts of home, and keep the kids busy, there is

plenty to do without leaving the house!

 

Here are some websites that offer some free and fun

craft projects for those who like to stay in and create!

 

Click here to see artists helping children craft ideas 

 

Click here for a variety of craft ideas 

 

Click here for crafts for every occasion 

 

Click here for all free kids crafts 

 

If you want to get out with the kids,

below are websites that highlight many of the Boston

area museums and activities throughout the region

that are fun for the whole family.  Many have both free

and for a fee listings.

 

Click here for Boston Magazine suggestions

 

Click here for free Boston area activities 

 

Click here for ideas throughout Massachusetts 

 

Click here for more ideas from Boston.com  

 

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VISIT Our: 
On-line Store 
 
                
1000 Plymouth St (Rt 104) Bridgewater 
 (508) 697-0357

Saturday, February 28
10 am- noon
Gertrude M. Boyden Wildlife Refuge
1298 Cohannet Street, Taunton   

You're invited to join TRWA's Water Quality Monitoring Team. The session will be conducted by Alex Houtzager, Chair of TRWA's Water Quality Committee.  Admission is free of charge. This is a great opportunity to learn techniques of testing pollutant levels in our waterways and to enjoy dawn with the inhabitants of our rivers and streams.   Coffee and doughnuts will be provided. To register for the training session, please e-mail us director@savethetaunton.org or call the TRWA office at 508-828-1101 for more information. Admission is free of charge.

The Southeastern Massachusetts Festival Chorus 
Scholarship Program
Deadline: April 1

SMFC is now accepting applications for its annual scholarship program  established in 2013. SMFC's scholarship program awards young people who demonstrate enthusiastic participation in the arts.  One $1,000 grant will be made to a graduating high school senior who resides in Bristol or Plymouth County.  Applicants may be pursuing any major but must be enrolling as a full-time student in a 2 or 4 year degree program and must exhibit a strong interest and involvement in music or the performing arts. 
 
Applications and complete instructions are available at   www.smfconline.org Deadline to apply is April 1.  Grantee will be publicly awarded at SMFC's Annual Spring Concert on May 16 or 17.  Completed applications, required materials and all inquiries may be sent to SMFC Scholarship Committee, 12 Rockland Street, Taunton, MA 02780 or to  scholarship@smfconline.org. or contact:
Steven Sprague, Executive Director
Cell: 508-208-0911

West Bridgewater Public Library - Museum Passes


 

Children's Museum In Easton - half price per person, maximum 4 people. Paper pass, no deposit required. 

Massachusetts State Park - free parking for one vehicle. Pass requires a $5 deposit and must be returned before 10 am the next morning.

Museum of Fine Arts -$10 per person, maximum 2 people. Paper pass, no deposit required.

Museum of Science - $7 per person, maximum 4 people. Paper pass, no deposit required.

Mystic Aquarium, CT - $6 off adult admission,$4 off child admission. Pass requires $5 deposit and must be returned before 10 am the next morning.

Roger Williams Park Zoo -$3 off each admission, maximum 4 people. Pass requires $5 deposit and must be returned before 10 am the next morning.

USS Constitution - Free, maximum 9 people. Pass requires $5 deposit and must be returned before 10 am the next morning.

PLEASE NOTE:

A $5 deposit is required for reusable passes. Paper passes do not require deposits. If a pass is returned late, the $5 deposit will be forfeited. There will be an additional $5 fine for every day that the pass is late. Any deposit that is not picked up in 30 days will be donated to the Friends of the Library.

A SAILS library card is required to borrow all passes.

You may reserve a pass in advance by telephone at (508) 894-1255.

*Only one pass per family. 

Passes are made available through the generosity of the Friends of the Library

South Coast Rail Task Force

Meeting


 

February 25  7- 9 pm

New Bedford Whaling National Historic Park 

33 William Street

New Bedford, MA 


     The South Coast Rail project will restore 52 miles of commuter rail service between Boston and the Massachusetts South Coast. Since service to this region ended in 1959, Taunton, Fall River and New Bedford are the only major cities within 50 miles of Boston lacking transit access to the City and other communities. South Coast Rail will reconnect this long-underserved region to jobs while spurring economic vitality and attracting new business and investments.  

   South Coast Rail will add ten new stations (North Easton, Easton Village, Raynham Place, Taunton, Taunton Depot, Freetown, Fall River Depot, Battleship Cove, King's Highway and Whale's Tooth) and reconstruct two existing stations (Canton Center and Stoughton). The stations will comply with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) Standards, including 800-foot high-level platforms for "all doors" boarding. Other amenities will include benches, canopies and parking (in some locations).


Snowy Sunrise
Photos by J. Rose
"The greatest glory in living
lies not in never falling,
but in rising every time we fall." ~ Nelson Mandela



"We can complain because rose bushes have thorns, or rejoice because thorn bushes have roses."
~ Abraham Lincoln

Sometimes we just feel stuck, and sometimes we are stuck.

When that happens, it's good to look around and appreciate what I do have. Gratitude goes a long way toward improving the condition.  ~ Jacquie

WB Town Buildings

 

Town Hall

65 N. Main Street

   (508) 894-1200

Mon, Tues & Thurs
8a-4p

Wed  8a-7p, Fri 8a-1p

 

WB Public Library

80 Howard St

508-894-1255

Mon, Thurs, Fri 10a-5p,
Tues-Wed 10a-7p
Sat 10a- 2p

 

Council on Aging

97 W Center St

508-894-1262

Mon-Fri 8:30a-4p 

 

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Morrell's Country Tavern
Catering Your Special Event Is a Privilege.

Our Restaurant Is Closed, But You Can Still Enjoy The Same Delicious Food

(508) 586-7777
269 North Main St, (Rt 28)
West Bridgewater


Sandi's Sewing and Design
February School Vacation Camp

Kids Ages 7-12

Tuesday-Friday 9am-3pm
$250.00 All Supplies Included

Learn a New Skill & Have Fun!
Space is Limited, Sign Up Soon

47 Broad St, Rear
Bridgewater, MA 

508-341-0060


Green Earth Cleaning 
 
We Can Bust Your Dust for The Holidays
 
Chemical-Free
Natural Cleaning!

Licensed & Fully Insured

Mary (508) 517 - 6991
Revolutions Styling Salon

Looking for a Whole New Look for the New Year or Looking to Melt Away Some Holiday Stress?
Revolutions Has You Covered Every Step of the Way!

Come On In and See Us!

 (508) 378-9971
494 West Street
(Route 106) 
East Bridgewater


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 Lions Club Welcomes New Members!

On January 23, 2015, the West Bridgewater Lions Club was pleased to welcome our two new Lions to the West Bridgewater Lions Club.
Laura Marie MacKinnon and Jay Ross, welcome aboard!


 

 

 

West Bridgewater is a School Choice Community

 

School Choice information  and application instructions are now available on the School Choice Information page.   click here for school choice page

 If you have any questions, please contact the Superintendent's Office at 508-894-1230.
 

The Friends of the Library Winter Book Sale

 

Adult Fiction and Non-Fiction: 

Paperbacks 5/$1.00   Hardcovers 5/$3.00 

Children's books - 8/$1.00 or 25 cents each

 

Buy a Friends of the Library Book Bag for $10.00 and fill it with books for FREE!!

 

Come by the library and see what we have for your family!

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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME  
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A $10 Gift Certificate to Lavender Sky Gifts, 494 N Bedford St, EB 

 

Historical Tidbit Question:

What year was the WB Library founded?

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with your answer.
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Buzz Around West Bridgewater.

  

On February 17, 2015, we 
will randomly pick a winner
from the correct answers.

 

The Buzz was compiled

this week by Stephen Kelley, Robert Lundquist, Theresa McNulty, Marla Prince, Stacy Rancourt, & Jacquelyn Rose
  

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