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"My hubby (George Armstrong) clearing the snow from our hydrant which is near the property line between our neighbors house in the back ground and our house. Hopefully you folks won't need to use it, but it is ready." ~ Monica Flynn Armstrong



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Nancy Krushas,

Erica Trenton &

Wendy Gillen


Nancy, Erica & Wendy each won a  $10 Gift Certificate to Lavender Sky Gifts,
494 N Bedford St, EB

You should play
our Historical Tidbit Trivia Game at the bottom of this column.

You could win a facial and a $10 gift certificate of Mary Kay products from Jeanne Smith and Cindy Guarino, Mary Kay consultants

 
Historical Tidbit: The Jury System in the Pilgrim Settlement

                       "Although the Pilgrims sailed to the New World in the quest for religious freedom, these explorers maintained a respect, and need, for English common law.
 Three years after their arrival in Plymouth, the Pilgrims codified the colony's laws. On December 17, 1623, colony officials decreed 'that all criminal facts, and also matters of trespasse and debts betweene man and man should be tried by the verdict of twelve honest men to be impanelled by authority in forme of a jury upon their oath."

                       "In 1641, lawyer-clergyman Nathaniel Ward of Ipswich drew up the Body of Liberties , setting the basis of colonial law in Massachusetts.  Under the Liberties 'free men' could serve on two juries in a year. Jurors were picked 'by the freemen of the Town where they dwell."

                        "From the beginning, even in the 17th century, failure to perform juror service was punished.  Under Colonial law, starting in 1647, 'if such person shall refuse to serve in, or take upon him any such Office, being legally chosen thereunto, he shall pay for such refusall, such fine, as the Town shall impose not exceeding twenty shillings for one offence."
www.mass.gov/mass-jury-system/history
Monday, February 23
Exercise - 8:30a - Council on Aging (COA)
Outreach - 9a - COA
Supportive Care - 9a - COA
Lunch - noon - COA
Municipal Bldg Needs - 7p - Town Hall

Tuesday, February 24

Outreach - 9a - COA
Swedish Weaving - 1p - COA
Teen Art Class with Deb Banna - 2:45p - Library
Howard School Council - 2:50p - Howard School
Zumba Gold - 3p - COA

Wednesday, February 25

Rotary Club of the Bridgewaters - 7:15a - Good Days Restaurant
Outreach - 9a - COA
Swedish Weaving - 1p - COA
MacDonald School Council - 3:20p - MacDonald School

Thursday, February 26

Spring St Council - 8a - Spring St School
Exercise - 8:30a - COA
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
Friday, February 27
Outreach - 9a - COA
Tai Chi - 9a - COA
Swedish Weaving - 10:30a - COA
Zumba Gold - 3:30p - COA
Saturday, February 28
Church of St. Ann Mass - 4p
 
Reminder: No weekend MBTA Rail Service 
Sunday, March 1
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.

 



 

United Way and Community Partners have collaborated to begin a wonderful program that is free and available to everyone year round.

 

The groups commemorated their program this past week by designating Wednesday, February 11th, (2/11) as Mass 2-1-1 Day. 

 

Mass 2-1-1 is a free, confidential, multilingual information resource and referral program with sponsorships from United Way available 24/7/365 days a year.

 

By dialing 2-1-1 from any telephone, individuals can connect with trained, certified call-takers who will assist with information and referrals for important non-emergency health and human services, as well as volunteer opportunities.

These services are also available online by visiting www.Mass211help.org.  


Respectfully submitted by: 

Jamie E. Crossman

President & CEO

United Way of Greater Attleboro/Taunton
 jamie@uwgat.org  

 

 

 

 


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.

Lacking Energy?
Come see us at Broadway Family Chiropractic 
290 Broadway, Unit 2  Raynham          508 824-1700
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!!

February Crafts & Activities

 

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  
There gets to be a time where we just have to relax and have fun. It's not frivolous, it's a necessity.  Be silly, laugh, smile. We are here, we are alive, we are free. 

"I know it is wet and the sun is not sunny, but we can have lots of good fun that is funny." ~
Dr. Seuss, The Cat in the Hat

"Comedy is acting out optimism." ~ Robin Williams


~ 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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West Bridgewater Middle- Senior High School

Music Booster "Mr. WB" 

                Friday, March 6

 7:00PM

WBMSHS auditorium

 

Senior boys from West Bridgewater Middle-Senior High School will compete for the first ever "Mr. WB" title. 

The competition is a fundraiser for the WBMSHS Music Boosters with proceeds supporting students in the music department for the West Bridgewater School District. 

The contestants will compete in swimwear, talent and formal wear events with awards given for the overall winner, who will take home the title Mr. WB 2015.  There will also be awards for first runner up, audience choice, swimwear, talent and congeniality.  


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 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.

 

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Historical Tidbit Question:
 How many years after their arrival in Plymouth,  did the Pilgrims codified the colony's laws?

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On February 24, 2015, we 
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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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