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East Bridgewater Junior / Senior High School Graduation



June 7, 2015 saw the graduation of 143 members of the East Bridgewater's class of 2015.
 
The keynote speaker was the retiring Mr. Illsley, who has been a teacher at the school since the late 1970's.
 
 All our best wishes go out to the graduates as they move on to their exciting new endeavors!

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Congratulations

Brenda Armand 

 

Brenda won a one hour reiki session from Revolutions Salon, 
Route 106, EB

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

You could win Entrance for up to 4 children to Stardust Gym's Open Gym, East Bridgewater, Rt 106
Historical Tidbit:  
 

Chief Massasoit

Among New England's most powerful Indian rulers, Massasoit (1580-1661), also called Ousamequin ("Yellow Feather"), was sachem (chief) of the Wampanoag people when the Pilgrims landed in Plymouth in 1620.

Massasoit was born in the village of Pokanoket, near present-day Bristol RI.

 By signing a treaty with the Pilgrim settlers of Plymouth in 1621, and by faithfully observing its provisions, Massasoit guaranteed that the fledgling colony of Massachusetts Bay would survive.

 Luckily for the Pilgrims, the treaty kept the Wampanoags neutral during the Pequot War of 1636.  Until his death in 1661, Massasoit remained an ally of the Pilgrims.

Sachem Rock in East Bridgewater is named after this great chief.

 

From newenglandtravel planner.com/people/massasoit



Monday, June 15
Coffee Hour - 9a - Council on Aging  (COA)
Clinic - 9a - COA
Whist - 10a - COA
Senior Lunch - noon - COA
Bereavement Support Group - 3p - COA
Food Pantry - 3p - St. Johns
Rep Diehl - 5p - Town Hall
Board of Health - 6p - Town Hall
Resume Writing Workshop - 6p - Library
Selectmens Meeting - 6:30p - Town Hall
Bible Study - 7p - St. Johns
Friends of EB Trails - 7p - Town Hall
Alcoholics Anonymous - 7:30p - Community Covenant Church
Tuesday, June 16
Walking Club - 8:30a - St. Johns
Chair Yoga - 9a - COA
Errand Van - 9a - COA
Dental Hygienist - 9a - COA
Alzheimers Support Group - 9a - COA
Back Alley Bridge - 10:30a - COA
Left, Right, Center - 10:30a - COA
Senior Lunch - noon - COA
Busy Hands - 1p - COA
American Legion - 7p - Town Hall
Grade 9-11 Recital - 7p - Jr/Sr High School
Alanon - 7:30p - Community Covenant Church
Wednesday, June 17

Rotary Club of the Bridgewaters - 7:30a - Good Days Restaurant, WB 

Errand Van - 8:30a - COA

Line Dancing - 10a - COA
Crocheting - 10a - COA
Computer Workshop - 10a - COA
Families and Books - 10a - Library
Clinic - 10:30a - COA
Mah Jongg - noon - COA
Senior Citizens Club - noon - COA
Zumba Gold - 1p - COA
Thrift Shop - 3p - United Methodist Church
Community Meal - 5:30p - United Methodist 
Bingo - 6:30p - 650 Plymouth St
Grade 9-11 Awards Night - 7p - Jr/Sr High School
Republican Town Comm - 7p - Town Hall
Youth Soccer - 7p - Belmont St
Alcoholics Anon - 7:30p -Union Congregational Church
Thursday, June 18
Shoppers Van - 8:15a - COA
Walking Club - 8:30a - St Johns
Yoga - 10a - COA
Citizens Police Academy - 10a - COA
Senior Lunch - noon - COA
Jeopardy - 1p - COA
Movie: Still Alice - 1p - COA
Kiwanis - 6:30p - TJ Smiths
Narcotics Anonymous - 6:30p - United Methodist Church
Arts Council - 6:30p - Town Hall
Recreation Comm - 7p - Town Hall
Mens Harmony - 7:30p - Riddell Rd Comm Rm
School Committee - 7:30p - Jr/Sr High School LIbrary
 Friday, June 19
Cribbage - 8:30a - COA
Bowling - 9a - Viking Rec
TOPS - 9:15a - Library
Crisfit - 10a - COA
Book Sale - 2p - Library
Kids & Family Zumbathon - 5p - EB YMCA
Adult Zumbathon - 6p - EB YMCA
 Saturday, June 20
Recycling Center - 8a - Bridge St.
Book Sale - 9a -  Library
Thrift Shop - 10a - United Methodist Church
St. John's Service - 4p - St. Johns
Alcoholic's Anonymous - 7p - Methodist Church
 Sunday, June 21

Community Covenant Church - Sunday School - 9:45 am;

Worship Celebration - 11 am

Union Congregational Church - Sunday School & Service - 10a 

(Elmwood) New Jerusalem Church -10a
Grace Bible Church -  Worship 10:45a, Family Bible Study 6p 
St. John's Church - Mass: 8a, 10:30a
United Methodist Church -  Service 10a
Alcoholics Anonymous - 6p - Union Congregational
 
* Information Compiled in this issue from Town web sites and "Our Town" calendar
   Brockton Rox Family Fun Sundays

Play Catch On The Field Before The Game

Get Player's Autograph's

Run The Bases After The Game



Sun June 14 @ 1:05, Brockton Rox Vs Seacoast Mavericks
Weds Jun 17 @ 10:05, Brockton Rox Vs Torrington Titans
Fri June 19 @ 7:05, Brockton Rox Vs Marthas Vineyard Sharks

SENATOR JOYCE TO HOLD EAST BRIDGEWATER OFFICE HOURS
ON MONDAY, JUNE 15

Monday, June 15th 
10:30 to 11:30 a.m. 
Main Conference Room of East Bridgewater Town Hall, 
175 Central Street.

"I encourage all interested constituents to attend my district office hours," said Senator Joyce.  "This is an opportunity for me to listen to the concerns of the people of East Bridgewater, and hopefully provide some guidance and solutions."

As always, individuals with questions or concerns are encouraged to call Senator Joyce's State House office at (617) 722-1643.  The Senator can also be reached by email at Brian.A.Joyce@masenate.gov .

Bereavement Support Group

Monday, June 15 at 3pm

Council on Aging

 

This group meets the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month.  Anyone who has suffered a loss is welcome to join us.  We all need support and compassion in dealing with loss. 

We are here to help.

Resume Writing Workshop

Monday, June 15 at 6pm

EB Public Library

 

Join us for a round table format discussion

of resume writing.  We will discuss all aspects

of resume writing including key word search

techniques.  We will also analyze various

resume samples.  Please bring your resume

if you have one for a confidential one on one

review & analysis. All are welcome to attend this

free workshop. 

                              Senior Citizens Club

 

Wednesday, June 17 at noon

Council on Aging

 

Join the senior citizens club for their last meeting until September.  This month there will be an ice cream sundae party and Let's Make a Deal!

bring a used purse or a small wallet with a small prize

inside and lets have some fun!!

Become a member of the club for only $5.  Dues must

be paid in full this month. Monthly lunches are only $2.

unless otherwise noted.

The COA van is available for pickups. If you need a ride, call the office at 508-378-1610.

Bwater Square Chiro Building
Bridgewater Square Chiropractic

Adjust to a Pain Free & 
Healthy Lifestyle

   

63 Main Street
Bridgewater
(508) 697-0050
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                                        Jeopardy

 

Thursday, June 18 at 1pm

EB Council on Aging

 

Exercise your brain a little and have some fun in the process. 

 Join us for a game of jeopardy sponsored by

Sachem Center for Health & Rehab. 

Want to come early for lunch at noon? 

Call the COA

today at 508-378-1610 to sign up.

Friends of the Library Book Sale

 

Friday, June 19

from 2pm-5pm

Saturday, June 20

from 9am-1pm

 

Stop by and get some great bargains for your summer reading. It's a great way to stock up!

There are hard cover & paperback books, cds, books on tape, puzzles and games for children and adults.

Come on down to find something for all of your readers!

 FAMILY CANDY BAR BINGO
 
Saturday, June 20
at 7pm
St. Johns Church hall
 
Girl Scout troop 81157 is hosting a Candy Bar Bingo at St. John's Church basement.
 Cost for bingo cards is 1 card: $1 and 1 candy bar; 5 cards: $3 and 5 candy bars.
Refreshments will be sold.
The event is to earn money for the girls' Silver Award projects. Not an only "Girl Scout" event - all students/families/friends are welcome!
For questions please contact kathymac97@comcast.net

                    Lions Club Annual Senior Barbeque

 

Saturday, June 21 at noon

Commercial Club Pavilion

 

Its time for our annual senior barbeque! Bring your appetite and join the Lions for a chicken BBQ.

For reservations, please call the COA at 508-378-1610.

If you sign up, but can't make it, please let us know.

The COA van is available for transportation to the event. 

This is for EB residents only.

Blue Dog Shelter's 'Ride for Blue'

 

Saturday, June 27

 

Get your engines revved for the Blue Dog Shelter's annual 'Ride for Blue' Motorcycle Ride. Enjoy a one hour ride through the back roads of Easton and West Bridgewater, led by the Brockton Blue Knights. There will be a cookout following with food and drinks as well as music. Registration starts at 9:00 am and the ride leaves at 11:00 am. It's just $20 per Rider, and $10 for a passenger. Proceeds benefit the Blue Dog Shelter. For more information, call 508-588-5661 or visit bluedogshelter.com. 

 


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East Bridgewater Recreation Commission Presents:

Dale & The Duds Summer Kickoff Concert

Thursday, June 25 at 6pm

EB Common

 

 

Join us on the common for our annual end of the school year, summer kickoff concert with our own

Dale and the Duds.

There will be burgers, hot dogs, drinks, popcorn

and more for sale at the concert.

Come on down and enjoy some great music!

 

 

 Update on Kevin Smith's Eagle Scout Project: 
The Middle School Courtyard

 

Eight months, 66 tons of gravel, 75 volunteers, 50+ hours. It is just about done.

The boys will go back during the week to do the final clean-up.

Look for a car wash in the near future. One more delivery of gravel was needed, so the project is about $300 over the donations that were so generously given. 

 

This has been a fantastic effort so far by so many!


If anyone would like to help in the final stretch with donations of any sort, please contact Kevin KTSmith97@hotmail.com 

 



 

LOST AND FOUND AND LOCKERS 
  
Please have your child check our lost and found as there are many clothing items and lunch boxes.
Students should also make sure their lockers are cleaned out by the last day of school, June 26th.
Any remaining items in the lost and found or lockers will be donated or discarded if not claimed by July 2nd.

 
 "You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction you choose. You're on your own. And you know what you know. You are the guy who'll decide where to go." ~ Dr Seuss

 "In response to those who say to stop dreaming and face reality, I say keep dreaming and make reality."  ~ Kristian Kan

 "My favorite animal is the turtle. The reason is that in order for the turtle to move, it has to stick its neck out. There are going to be times in your life when you're going to have to stick your neck out. There will be challenges and instead of hiding in a shell, you have to go out and meet them." ~ Ruth Westheimer 
 

jacquie 2013Congratulations, grads of 2015!


 
   ~Jacquie
 
 

Town Buildings

 

Town Hall

175 Central St

508-378-1601

Mon 8:30a-8p

Tues - Thurs 8:30a-4:30p

Fri 8:30a-noon

 

EB Public Library

32 Union St

508-378-1616

Mon & Tues 9-8
Wed, Thurs, Fri 9-5
Saturday 9-2 

 

Council on Aging 

355 Plymouth St

508-378-1610

Mon 8a-6p

Tues-Thurs 8a-4p

Fri 8a-noon 

 
Small businesses make our community strong.
Support them everyday!

Global Premier Soccer

 

Bridgewater Soccer Clinic

June 29-July 2

 

Taunton Soccer Clinic

July 20-23
 

The Best Place in MA to Become a Better Soccer Player is in the Company of Players & Coaches Who Share Your Passion


 GPS Juniors 3-6 years old

9-11a $100

Technical Training Program

7-14 years

Half Day 9a-1p $140

Full Day 9a-3p $195


 Registration & Info

Venues:

Flagg Street Soccer Complex

2 Flagg St, Bridgewater

 

Whittenton Field

Pleadwell & Richard Streets

Taunton
  

Florals From the Heart

Beautiful Tea Pots & Vases with Fresh or Silk Flowers
 
We Deliver To

* Bridgewater
* East Bridgewater
* West Bridgewater
* Whitman
* Hanson
* Taunton
* Raynham

44 Bedford Street
East Bridgewater, MA 02333
508-378-3300


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Wrights Garden Center Wright's Garden Center 

 

 

*40 Varieties Organic Herbs

*Perennials

*Annuals 

*Hanging Baskets


 

378 East Center St (Rt 106)

West Bridgewater

(508) 583 - 2941 


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Important Dates at School        

  
6/16/15  - Grade 9-11 Recital - 7p - JR/SR High School
6/17/15 - Grade 9-11 Awards Night - 7pm -
Jr/Sr High School
6/26/15 - Last Day of School Grades 1-11  Early Release Day
Revolutions Styling Salon

Brazilian Blowout $150

Special For The Month Of June


 

Regular Price $375

(not including products)


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


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Nessralla Farm
Our Own Strawberries Are In
Yummy!!!

Fundraising
Nessralla Farm Provides Reduced Cost Goods for Schools & Organizations Who Seek to do Some Fundraising.

Contact Us For a List of Goods Available for Your Fundraising Needs
 
 Rt 106, Halifax
781-293-6792


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Parent reminder 

from the clinic
Please be sure to pick up all your child's medications from the clinic on or before Friday, June 26th. Parents must pick up these items as students are NOT allowed to transport medications.

IMPORTANT REMINDER!!  SCHOOL CALENDAR CHANGES FOR THIS YEAR

 

Last day for 2 Day Preschool will be Thursday, June 18

Last day for 3 Day Preschool and Kindergarten will be  Monday, June 22 

          Elder Law Day

 

Monday, June 15 at 10am

Council on Aging

 

Attorney Katherine Sheehan will discuss long term care planning, estate planning and Mass Health eligibility.

Her firm is a full service firm offering individuals and families a variety of services from pre nuptials and disabilities, to charitable giving and general tax matters as well as all aspects of elder law and probate. 

Please call the COA to sign up or if you need a ride at 508-378-1610.


Movie Day at the COA

Thursday, June 18 at 1pm

 

Join us for a showing of

Still Alice

 

This touching drama centers around Alice, a happily married teacher who receives a diagnosis of early onset Alzheimer's.  Her struggles are heartbreaking, frightening & inspiring.

EB HOPE on EBCTV
 
EB HOPE - (Help, Outreach, Prevention, Education)
announces its new cable show called Down Addiction Avenue.
It will be airing beginning this month on channel 9.  It is also available on the free video on demand service at www.ebctv.org
Looking for Adventure?
Become a Boy Scout!

Are you interested in camping, climbing, wilderness and survival skills?  
Then come join 
Boy Scout Troop 29, Monday nights at 7pm at the
 Union Congregational Church, 105 Pleasant St. 
For boys 11(5th grade) or older.  Bring a friend with you.
Come and meet us, check it out!
For more information, please call
508-404-9026.
6.15

prize box  
WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME  have fun with us

and beeee entered to win

 

 Entrance for up to 4 children to Stardust Gym's Open Gym, East Bridgewater, Rt 106

 

Historical Tidbit Question:

Where was Massasoit born?
  
Email us your answer at: 
Please include your name, 
phone number & town
with your answer.
By entering, you give us
permission to announce 
your name in next week's 
Buzz Around East Bridgewater.

  

On June 16, 2015, we 
will randomly pick a winner
from the correct answers.

The Buzz was compiled

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

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