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                 New Adventures
   
21st Century High School Café... photo courtesy WB Public Schools Facebook
 Ready for their adventure, learning, growing and making new experiences.
As new memories are made, we make this nod to the faculty and staff who help mold, thanking them for their kindness and patience.

Math, English, History, Art, Music & Sports:
 Here we go, ready for the best adventure of all ~ life!
Our warmest to all as they forge ahead in this academic new year.

More information can be gained via http://wbridgewaterschools.org

Learning the locker combinations.
Photo via WB Public Schools Facebook
   
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September 6, 2015
 
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Prize Box
 


Congratulations!!!
Kathryn Kelsch
 
 Kathryn won entrance for up to 4 children to Stardust Gym's Open Gym, East Bridgewater, Rt 106

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

You could win a free make up application with instruction from Revolutions Salon, Route 106, EB
Historical Tidbit:  EARTHQUAKE
A story from Hilda (Morton) Thomas 1899 - 1991
 
          "The Eastern states have seldom been troubled with earthquakes worthy of notice, except in one case.
          November 18, 1755, was a day long to be remembered in the annals of New England for a remarkable earthquake.  The convulsion was greater and more terrifying than ever experienced before or since in this part of the globe.  It is said that the ground swelled and rolled like the waves of the sea.
          The evening was clear and serene, not the least current of air could be felt to move.  The full moon shone in all it mildness, and all things seemed to be silent and in thoughtful meditation.
          Suddenly, the undulations of the air accounted the approaching awful catastrophe.
          The ground rose so abruptly and so suddenly the leaves of the forest rose from ground and floated about in the air.
          The first shock was followed by two others, but they were comparatively light and did no harm.  The first shock burst in several places in the area and honed out great quantities of earth and water.
          In one case, it raised a house so high that a cradle with a child in it was thrown from one side of the room to the other.
          This quake was so convulsive it filled the minds of both man and beast with consternation." 
 
Respectfully submitted, Sue Basile

Monday, September 7
Happy Labor Day
All town offices, banks, schools & library are closed

Tuesday, September 8

Outreach - 9a - COA
Swedish Weaving - 1p - COA
ZUMBA GOLD - 3p - COA
ADA Compliance Comm - 2:30p - Town Hall
Water Comm - 5p - 29 Cyr St
Library Trustees - 5:45p - Library

Wednesday, September 9

Rotary Club of the Bridgewaters - 7:15a - Good Days Restaurant
Outreach - 9a - COA
Supportive Care - 9a - COA
Lunch - noon - COA
Bridge - 12:45p - COA
COA Full Board - 1p -  COA

Thursday, September 10

Outreach - 9a - COA
Supportive Care - 9a - COA
Line Dancing - 9:30a - COA
Lunch  - noon - COA
Mah Jongg - 12:45p - COA
Trucchi's Van -1p - COA
Yoga - 6p - First Church
Chapters Book Club - 7p - Library
Rent Control Board - 7p - Town Hall
Historical District Study Comm - 7p - Town Hall
Friday, September 11
Outreach - 9a - COA
Tai Chi - 9a - COA
Swedish Weaving - 10:30a - COA 
Zumba Gold - 3p - COA
Saturday, September 12
Church of St. Ann Mass - 4p
 
Reminder: No weekend MBTA Rail Service 
Sunday, September 13
Annual Park Day - 10a - War Memorial Park
Church of St. Ann - 8:30a, 10:30a  
Cochesett United Methodist - Sunday Worship Service & Sunday school 10:15am
First Church - Worship Service and Sunday school 10a, Teen Bible Study 9a
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.
BRIDGEWATER  FARM SUPPLY

 Congratulations Kathleen Fowler From Halifax

Kathleen won a $50 Gift Certificate to Johnny Macaroni's In Our Prize Box Drawing

There are surprises around every corner at Bridgewater Farm Supply

Bridgewater farm supply
Visit Our On-line Store For Your Lawn & Garden Needs

1000 Plymouth St (Rt 104)  Bridgewater
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Ousamequin Woman's Club of Greater Bridgewater

Club Tea For Women of All Ages

Monday, September 14 at 2pm

Bridgewater Senior Center 
 

Break out your flowered dress, your hat, gloves, and string of pearls and join us for an elegant time and a fun way to start our 2015-2016 year!
Join us at the Bridgewater Senior Center at 10 Wally Kruger Way.  There will be a "Club Tea" for area women of all ages!
The Special Guest is Marilee Hunt, Town Clerk of Bridgewater (newly elected).The Ousamequin's "Club Tea" commemorates the 125th anniversary of the national G.F.W.C. (General Federation of Women's Clubs).
The "Club Tea" is open to any lady (and friends) who wish to attend.  Advance notice to the Club is required by emailing Ousamequin.Today@gmail.com. at least three days prior to the event.
Hope to see YOU there! 
 

Pasta and Meatball Supper!

Saturday, September 19 at 5:30pm

First Church of West Bridgewater

 

The First Church of West Bridgewater, 29 Howard Street, will hold its Annual Spaghetti and Meatball Supper on Saturday, September 19, at 5:30 pm.

 

Meal includes plate of spaghetti, homemade meatball(s) and sauce, grated cheese, salad, rolls and butter, beverage and dessert. Ticket prices are: $12.00 Adult portion (2 meatballs); $6.00 Child portion (1 meatball)
Reservations are needed. Please call the church office at 508-587-3118 to make your reservation -- please leave a message if you get voice mail -- please remember to leave your name and number of adults and children planning to attend. 

 
WEST BRIDGEWATER PUBLIC LIBRARY TO IMPROVE WI-FI

The Library Board of Trustees has moved to improve the Wi-Fi service within the library. As the demand for more Wi-Fi access has increased, the number of complaints from patrons has increased for a more uniform and reliable service. With limited funds, the Board will try to improve the service.
For the past few years, the library server has made an effort to provide service to the adjacent parking lot to accommodate residents who may be waiting for patrons or may have other "short time" needs. Meanwhile, there developed "dead" areas within the library that were a source of annoyance to patrons and staff. With the help of outside technical support, we hope to solve this problem.
First, the "boosters" that currently serve the parking areas have been moved to critical areas within the building, and some of those currently inside have been relocated to eliminate all dead areas. This should address our major concern. Second, the entire Wi-Fi service is divided into two groups, one of which is turned on and off simultaneously with the patron computers each day in an effort to save energy. The other group, which includes the public meeting room, will function 24/7 to accommodate other activities in the building.
The Library Board of Trustees would like to thank Mr. Mike Aucoin of Charlie's Computers of Bridgewater for his expertise and welcomes public comment and input on these changes.

Respectfully submitted, 
Beth Roll Smith
Library Director
West Bridgewater Public Library
80 Howard Street
West Bridgewater, MA 02379
508-894-1255


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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR DRINKING WATER
Tests Showed Coliform Bacteria in West Bridgewater Water
 
Our water system recently violated a drinking water standard. Although this incident was not an emergency, as our customers, you have a right to know what happened and what we did to correct this situation.
 
We routinely monitor for drinking water contaminants. We took 15 samples to test for the presence of coliform bacteria during August 2015. Two of our samples or 13% showed the presence of total coliform bacteria. The standard is that no more than 1 sample per month (5 percent of samples) may do so.
 
What should I do?  You do not need to boil your water or take other corrective actions. However, if you have specific health concerns, consult your doctor.
 
People with severely compromised immune systems, infants, and some elderly may be at increased risk. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. General guidelines on ways to lessen the risk of infection by microbes are available from EPA's Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1 (800) 426-4791.
 
What does this mean?
This is not an emergency. If it had been, you would have been notified immediately. Coliform bacteria are generally not harmful themselves. Coliforms are bacteria which are naturally present in the environment and are used as an indicator that other, potentially harmful, bacteria may be present. Coliforms were found in more samples than allowed and this was a warning of potential problems.
 
Usually, coliforms are a sign that there could be a problem with the system's treatment or distribution system (pipes). Whenever we detect coliform bacteria in any sample, we do follow-up testing to see if other bacteria of greater concern, such as fecal coliform or E. coli, are present. We did not find any of these bacteria in our subsequent testing, and further testing shows that this problem has been resolved.
 
What happened? What was done?
 We were unable to conduct our routine flushing program last year because we painted the 5 million gallon water tank. We also suffered a catastrophic failure of our pumping equipment. We had to wait for repairs before we could begin flushing. Once the repairs were completed, it then snowed before Thanksgiving, which meant we could not flush the system properly/safely (without ice on roads, etc.). In the spring this year it was very warm early on, so we were exceeding 1 million gallons a day. We did not want to burden the system, so we did not flush the system at that time, either.
 
What we have done is increased our chlorine residual in the system to disinfect our water. We will be flushing the water system early in September.
 
For more information, please contact Wayne Parks at 508-894-1271 or wparks@wbridgewater.com.
 
Please share this information with all the other people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly (for example, people in apartments, nursing homes, schools, and businesses). 
 
This notice is being sent to you by: West Bridgewater Water Dept.                          Dates distributed: 8/25, 26, 27, 28  

Looking For Fresh Veggies?

 

Enjoying farm fresh veggies this fall is easy;

stop by a local farm stand or peruse
this list of area Farmers' Markets: 
  CN Smith veggies
South Shore Farmers' Markets

 
ediblesouthshore.com 

West Bridgewater CULTURAL COUNCIL SEEKS FUNDING PROPOSALS
Proposals for community oriented arts, humanities, and science projects due October 15, 2015. 
 
The West Bridgewater Cultural Council has set an October 15 postmark deadline for organizations, schools, and for individuals to apply for grants that support cultural activities in the community.
 
According to Council spokesperson Joan McAndrew, these grants can support a variety of artistic projects and activities in West Bridgewater  ~ including exhibits, festivals, short-term artist residencies or performances in schools, workshops and lectures.
The West Bridgewater Cultural Council will also entertain proposals from schools and youth groups through the PASS Program, which provides subsidies for school-age children to attend cultural field trips.
 
The West Bridgewater Cultural Council is part of a network of 329 Local Cultural Councils serving all 351cities and towns in the Commonwealth.  The LCC Program is the largest grassroots cultural funding
network in the nation, supporting thousands of community based projects in the arts, sciences and humanities every year.  The state legislature provides an annual appropriation to the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency, which then allocates funds to each community.
For specific guidelines and complete information on the West Bridgewater Cultural Council, contact Joan McAndrew at jnmcandrew5@gmail.com.  Application forms and more information about the Local Cultural Council Program is available online at www.mass-culture.org.  



The Board is kicking off its second round of Strategic Planning! Below are the five goals and their respective team leaders. We're still in need of one more team leader for Goal #1. If intersted in serving as a Team Leader or working on any of these goals as a volunteer, please contact Mallory Aronstein, 
Executive Administrative Assistant, at 508-894-1267.

Strategic Planning - Goals and Team Leaders

GOAL 1: Revise and Update the Master Plan
Team Leader:

GOAL 2: Branding
West Bridgewater Team Leader: David Gagne

GOAL 3: Sidewalks, Trails, Pedestrian Crossings
        Team Leader: Jerry Lawrence and 
Rev. Carol Ashton

GOAL 4: Inter-municipal Sewer Agreement with City of Brockton -Manley Street area
        Team Leader:  John Duggan

GOAL 5: Update Open Space and Recreation Plans
        Team Leader: Jeff Ryan and Forrest Broman


   

WB Park Day!  You got that right... Park Day!

Sun Sept 13, 2015 10am - 5 pm

Park Day 2014.
 Photo credit J. Rose
Park Day 2014. Photo credit J. Rose

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

 

New Memories Soon to be Made

 

 

 

After decades of service, the old junior-senior high school has become one with the histories, yet its successor is about to take up the mantle and create new memories that will endure for years to come.

Here is a little peek at what the students will experience. The Wildcat Cafeteria and the auditorium are featured, courtesy of  West Bridgewater Television.  Our best wishes to the students and the staff in this new transition.  

 

 

 

 Images Courtesy of WB Television Facebook

 
For Labor Day:

"Do or do not. There is no try." -~Yoda

"Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else's life." ~  Steve Jobs

"The biggest adventure you can ever take is to live the life of your dreams." 
~ Oprah Winfrey
jacquie 2013

Here's to dreaming & doing. 
 
~ 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 

 

A big thank you to our advertisers... 
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Paula Coffey Dance Center

Our Desire Is To Bring 
Young Dancers Together To Share The Rewards of 
* Poise * Self Confidence
* Friendship & 
Of Course....
The Love of Dance!

Voted The Best Dance School in EB & Voted a Bronze Award For The Best In The Entire Metro South Area - Again!

55 Spring St
East Bridgewater
(508) 378-7043


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Ms Beehaven 
Angel Alley

 * Workshops * Meditation
* Drumming Circles *Reiki
* Shamanic Healing Treatments
* Crystals & Supplies

10 West Union St 
East Bridgewater, MA 
508 378-9699


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East Bridgewater Dental

Caring & Gentle Staff

East Bridgewater Dental Is Here To Help You With Any Dental Needs You May Have. From Crowns & Bridges, To Pediatric Dentistry, We're Here To Help You.

42 Bedford Street
East Bridgewater
508-378-3442


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Unique Ladies Gift Show

Friday October 2
3-8pm

Saturday October 3
10am - 3pm

Knights of Columbus
1195 Bedford St, 
Whitman

Crafts * Vendors * Gifts of All Kinds

Vendors: still spots available: 
Contact Gail Mather
for more information
Green Earth logo
Green Earth Cleaning 
 
For a Healthy Home and a Cleaner Environment. 

We Use Only All Natural Cleaning Products and Scent with Pure Essential Oils

Licensed & Fully Insured

Mary (508) 517 - 6991


Wright's Garden Center
New Perennials Each Week! 

Stop By For Fresh Garden Ideas

40 Varieties 
Organic Herbs * Perennials * Annuals * Hanging Baskets
 
(508) 583-2941

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Monday, September 7 is Labor Day.  All town offices, banks, schools & library are closed.

Chapters Book Discussion
Thursday, September 10
at 7pm
WB Public Library

The group convenes in the Meeting Room. The group will discuss The Obituary Writer by Ann Hood.
Books are available at the circulation desk.
New members are always welcome to join us.
 
     Please remember to 
mention you read about these advertisers in the
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Town of West Bridgewater Strategic Plan: 
WB Town Hall Flag
 
 
 
           
We are gearing up for Strategic Planning again! Here are the goals. If you are interested in working on a specific goal, and/or serving as Team Leader for one, please contact Mallory through Facebook, email (mcole@wbridgewater.com) or by phone at 508-894-1267

GOAL 1: Revise and Update the Master Plan                       

GOAL 2: Branding West Bridgewater
 *Team Leader for this position has been FILLED

GOAL 3: Sidewalks, Trails, Pedestrian Crossings
        
GOAL 4: Inter-municipal Sewer Agreement with City of Brockton - Manley Street area
         
GOAL 5: Update Open Space and Recreation Plans


CONGRATULATIONS to the new WB Boosters officers!

 Nicole Barlett Shea and Christine Tartaglia are co-presidents, Linda Astor Secretary and Jon Ames continuing on as Treasurer! 
Best wishes!!
To be involved with the WB Boosters Club, message them on Facebook: 
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Senior Health & Wellness Fair at the Senior Center
Tuesday, September 29,
10am-2pm
 
Join us for this great event.
There will be free             
HEALTH CHECKS 
DEMONSTRATIONS 
BLOOD PRESSURE 
RAFFLES ! 
DOOR PRIZES !  
REFRESHMENTS! !             and more!  Come join us!!!
This is a free event!

New Magazines!!
The Library has added the following new magazines for children: Thrasher, Owl, ChicaDEE, Zoobooks and Cobblestones.
  
The Library has added the following new magazines for adults: Organic Life, iphone Life, Shape, Harper's Magazine Index, Trail Runner, Wired, Working Mother, In Style, Lucky Peach and Science News. 
Magazines may be checked out for one week.

West Bridgewater once again partnered with the Town of Avon to apply for a Community Development Block Grant. The grant is designed to help homeowners in a particular target area repair their homes. These repairs must be for an emergency condition or structural safety. Low and Moderate income families may be eligible for financial assistance. Please review the guidelines on the website. Applications can be found under "Opportunities" on the homepage

 www.avon-ma.gov

prize box  
WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME  
Have fun with us
and beeee entered to win

A free make up application with instruction from Revolutions Salon, 
Route 106, EB
 Historical Tidbit Question:
What was the date of the quake?
 
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 West Bridgewater.
  
On September 8, 2015, we 
will randomly pick a winner
from the correct answers.

 

The Buzz was compiled

this week by  Mark Hardy, Thomas Kelley, Theresa McNulty, Marla Prince, Stacy Rancourt, Jacquelyn Rose, & Betty Stirling.
  

Copyright 2015 Buzz Around West Bridgewater. You have our permission to share and copy this issue in its entirety as much as you like. If you take it in part, please give credit : ("Buzz Around West Bridgewater 9/6/15")    

WB Council on Aging Trips and Adventures

NIAGARA FALLS, CANADA   A Valid Passport is Required. 
September 11 - 13, 2015
3 Days / 2 Nights ~ Friday - Sunday 

PENN DUTCH "HARVEST TIME" Lancaster, PA
September 15 - 18, 2015  
4 Days / 3 Nights ~ 
Tuesday - Friday 

"THE ALL NEW SCALLOP FESTIVAL" & ONE HOUR HYANNIS HARBOR CRUISE  East Falmouth, Cape Cod
Friday, September 18, 2015 

TURNING STONE RESORT Casino & Bingo Hall, 
Verona, NY 
October 25 - 27, 2015 3 Days / 2 Nights ~ Sunday - Tuesday
REMINDER - ALL TRIPS REQUIRE PAYMENT AT THE TIME OF RESERVATION. Telephone reservations will be held 3 days.  Seating is limited. 
If you are interested in any of these trips, please do not wait to sign up.  
Call 508-894-1262 for more information.

Disclaimer: At the Buzz Around, we promote community and family. Occasionally there will be links to town committees and other non-profit groups, as a way of sharing local information.  Individual groups are responsible for how they represent themselves on their websites and in their promotional materials.  The Buzz Around does not claim to support any particular view.