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Goldfinch & Sunflowers - Mary Wright Julius

Hidden Hummingbird - Mary Wright Julius
 
"I love to watch the birds and butterflies that come to the late-summer garden. Flocks of grackles fill the trees and empty the feeders every day as they get ready to journey South. The hummingbirds are gathering nectar from the bee balm and the butterfly bush is a favorite of the black swallowtail. The yellow goldfinches are busy pulling every seed from the sunflowers. Occasionally, the cooper's hawk shows up at the feeders and all the birds scatter until he leaves. September is a time of transition, of preparing for colder weather and the first frost, and the birds know it's coming." 

 Thank you, Mary, for sharing these beautiful captures of life!

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Congratulations,
Karen Jackson

Karen won a free make-up application with instruction from Revolutions Salon,
Route 106, EB

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

You could win a martial arts birthday party for 10 children at South Shore Martial Arts, Rt 106, Halifax, MA
Historical Tidbit:
 
The First Congregational Church of Raynham 
 
"The first church building (known as the Meeting House in the old days) was located along Richmond Street, not far from the Iron Forge.  In the 1760's, this was replaced by a new building on the present lot at Raynham center. 

This church was originally built without a steeple, which was added some years later.  
When the church people decided to replace the second building in the 1830's, the town expressed an interest in the old building.  
However, some of the church people wanted no part of that plan.  Late one night they detached the steeple from the building and dropped it to the ground.  The town protested, but did not block the demolition of the remainder of the building.
 
The third Meeting House stood on the corner in Raynham center until July 22, 1913.  On that day, a fire in a shed belonging to a nearby blacksmith shop spread from building to building.  The church was completely destroyed.  The people of the church were determined to rebuild, but decided that a stone exterior might provide better fire protection.  The Stone Church was dedicated on April 1, 1915."
stonechurchraynham.

Monday, September 14

Council on Aging Mtg - 9:30a - Council on Aging (COA)

Walking - 9:30a - COA

Singing - 11a - COA

Bridge - 1p - COA

Beginners Line Dancing - 1p - COA

Irish Rising - 6:30p - Library

Tuesday, September 15
Canasta/hand foot - 9a - COA
Chair Yoga - 10a - COA
Qi Yoga - 11:15a - COA

Whist - 12:30 - COA

Intermediate line dancing - 1p - COA 

Pokeno - 1p - COA

Film Club - 6:30p - Library

Board of Selectmen - 7p - Town Hall

Wednesday, September 16
Exercise  - 9 a - COA
Story Time - 10:30a - Library
Tai Chi - 11a - COA
Cribbage - 12:30 p - COA
Conservation Comm - 5:30p - Town Hall
Understanding Your Credit Report - 6:30p - Library
Thursday, September 17
Canasta/hand foot - 9a - COA
Wii Bowling - 9a - COA
Busy Babies - 10:30a - Library
Device Advice - 11a - Library
Lunch & Movie - noon - COA
Bocce - 1p - COA
Planning Board - 6p - Town Hall
Friday, September 18
Exercise  - 9a - COA
Quilting/Knitting - 11:30a - COA
Painting - 1p - COA
Saturday, September 19
Raynham Pride Day - 1p -
St. Ann's - 4p - Service
Sunday, September 20
Agape Chapel - 10:30a
First Baptist Church - Worship 10a, no summer Sunday school
First Congregational Church of UCC - 9:30a   
Lutheran Church of the Way - 8a, 11a worship,  9a coffee hour, 
9:30a Sunday school
St. Ann's - 8a, 9:30a, 11a and 5p  
 
* Information Compiled in this issue from Town web sites
Bridgewater Square Chiropractic

We offer LASER Therapy Treatment!

Laser Is An Acronym Which Stands for: 
Light Amplification of Stimulated Emission of Radiation. 
It Is a Focused Beam of Healing Light Energy

Call Our Office Today to Find Out More! 

                            63 Main Street 
    Bridgewater
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Wheels of Time Cruise Night
www.wheelsoftimema.com
Join us on September 10th for our next Cruise Night         1958 Broadway, Raynham

Raynham Pride Day 
9/20/2015
Sunday 9/20 1-4 pm  

Raynham Community Pride Day will be held in the Borden Colony Gazebo Park on King Philip Street on Sunday, Sept. 20, from 1 until 4 PM.  In case of inclement weather, we will reschedule on Sunday, Sept. 27. 

THE BODY MAINTENANCE PLACE

Lisa Evans, CHT, NCLMT 


Board Certified Massage Therapist

Consulting Hypnotist

Clinic Facilitator

 

Smoking Cessation, HypnoBirthing, HypnoCoach

Call for a free consultation

 
United Way of Greater Attleboro / Taunton (UWGAT) 
Live United Week
 
 
Get involved!  Everyone can make a difference!  Be part of the LIVE UNITED MOVEMENT and SPREAD THE WORD!
 
During the week of September 14 - 18, 2015, UWGAT will be launching "Live United Week."  Individuals, families, civic groups, and area businesses and organizations can all get involved in the various events.
 
Monday is UWGAT White & Black T-Shirt Day.  You can show LIVE UNITED pride by wearing a Live United T-Shirt, available at www.uwgat.org for $10, including shipping.  Wear the shirt and post photos on UWGAT's social media.
 
Tuesday is Trip Around Town.  Local restaurants are hosting fundraisers as a delicious way to generate support for the local community.  Download the flyers at www.uwgat.org or on Facebook.
 
Wednesday is Give 5 Day.  UWGAT is asking individuals or businesses to give $5 and ask 5 friends to do the same.  Help create change by showing strength in numbers and the power of giving.  Donate at www.uwgat.org.
 
Thursday is a UWGAT Open House.  Join the UWGAT team and Board of Directors at an Open House from 5 - 7 pm at the UWGAT Office, 247 Maple Street, Attleboro.  Enjoy ice cream and learn what new things UWGAT has in store to advance the common good.  There will be an opportunity to duct tape President & CEO Jamie Crossman!
 
Friday is NFL Friday.  Wear NFL gear to work and support the partnership with NFL & UW (the longest running sports/charity partnership in history).  Participants are also encouraged to be active for 60 minutes to help foster healthier habits.
 
United Way advances the common good by creating opportunities for a better life for all.  We invite everyone to be a part of the change by giving, advocating, and volunteering.  That's what it means to Live United.
 
For more information, contact United Way of Greater Attleboro/Taunton, Inc., at 508-222-2337; visit www.uwgat.org; or follow UWGAT on Facebook and Twitter. 


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The Mums Are in and Just Starting to Flower
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Raynham Road Construction

Judson Street
215-700 Judson Street will be under construction to raise manhole covers, followed by asphalt paving, starting Tuesday, 09/08/15. This project may require lane restrictions.  Access to residences and businesses within the project area will be maintained during construction, but delays should be expected.  Alternate routes are advised.  Please drive carefully around work crews, detail officers, and through construction zones.  Work is expected to take 1-2 weeks. 
This work is dependent on weather.

Dean Street
Dean Street from Church Street to Hill Street will be pulverized and repaved starting Tuesday, 09/08/15.  During the project, the road surface will be gravel while pulverization continues.  Access to residences and businesses within the project area will be maintained during construction, but delays should be expected.  Alternate routes are advised.  Please drive carefully around work crews, detail officers, and through construction zones.  Work is expected to take 1-2 weeks. This work is dependent on weather.

New Adventures
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 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.
Don't we wish every day was like this? 


Further information can be obtained via www.bridgerayn.org
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 is not responsible for their website content.  
"A dream you dream alone is only a dream. A dream you dream together is reality." 
~ John Lennon

"Without leaps of imagination or dreaming, we lose the excitement of possibilities. Dreaming, after all, is a form of planning." 


 I woke to find I have been in a 
jacquie 2013
dream. That all and everything is indeed possible. I woke to meet myself.  ~ Jacquie

Town Building Locations:

 

Town Hall

558 South Main St. 

 508-824-2707

Mon-Thurs 8:30a-4:30p,

Fri 8:30a-12Noon
 Tues eve  6-8PM

 

Public Library

760 South Main St.

508-823-1344

Mon-Wed 10a-8p

Thurs 10a-6p, Fri 10a-5p,

Sat 10a-2p

 

Council on Aging

2215 King Philip Street 

508-824-2740

Mon-Fri 9a-3p 

 
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A peek inside Dance Center of New England

Dance Theater of New England
Take your First Steps with DTNE
Our Mission At The Dance Theater of New England Is to Provide Sound Technical Training for The Recreational or Pre-Professional Dancer, & The Aspiring, Performing Artist, in A Warm & Friendly Environment


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Pat Snow ballet
Pat Snow's Dance Academy

Classes Start The Week of September 14

For Pat Snow's Dance Academy Competition Teams
Tickets $6

3 Studios:
Bridgewater
E. Bridgewater
Whitman

For more Information,
Call (508) 378-7079
or email 


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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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From Tools for Home Improvement Projects to Indoor/Outdoor Parties & Fundraisers...We Rent It All

Call Us Today to Discuss Your Rental Needs or to Make a Reservation

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Bridgewater
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Raynham Public Library

1916 Irish Rising 

 

Monday, September 14, 6:30pm

 

In 2016, Ireland will celebrate the Centenary of the 1916 Easter Rising. Linda Fitzgibbons discusses the Rising, its leaders Tom Clarke, Joseph Mary Plunkett and James Connolly, and their importance on the founding of the Republic of Ireland.

Join us for this free presentation.
Raynham Public Library
Fall Story Time Begins

Wednesday, September 16,
10:30am

Our Fall Story Time begins with Making Music with Ellen Hoffman. Come by and enjoy some stories and music with us!  Ages 2 to 4 are especially welcome!
This is a free program.
Raynham Public Library

Understanding Your 
Credit Report

Wednesday, September 16, 
6:30pm

Are you confused about your credit rating?  Do you want to understand how credit reports work and how they affect you?  Join us for this free program:  Credit Reports with Bettie Howarth of the American Credit Counseling Service.
All are welcome.  Please register if you wish to attend.
Raynham Public Library
Busy Babies Story Time

Thursday, September 17, 10:30am

 

Do you have a little one who enjoys stories & song?  We have a program for you.  Infants up to 2 years are invited for a half hour of stories, games, songs and activities.

This is a free program open to all.

 

Lunch & A Movie

Thursday, Sept 17, at noon

Raynham Senior Center

 

Please join us for lunch and this month's movie,

The Woman in Gold.

 

Only $3.00 per person

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


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Check Out Our New Website for

Bridgewater Regional School District

 

Over the summer, the district has been busy updating

and redesigning our website.  We invite you to

visit the site and see the great new design.

Click here to view

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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME
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and beeee entered to win

A martial arts birthday party for 10 children at South Shore Martial Arts, Rt 106, Halifax, MA

Historical Tidbit Question:
When did the church people decide to replace the second building?
(The 1830's)

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 Raynham.
  
On September 15, 2015, we 
will randomly pick a winner 
from the correct answers.

The Buzz was compiled

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

  

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