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Ecumenical Thanksgiving Worship Service


Wednesday, Nov. 25, at 7:00 PM
At St. Ann's Church, 660 North Main Street (Rt. 104) in Raynham
Hosted by the Stone Church and St. Ann's Church
An opportunity to give thanks as a community. 
This is a non-denominational Christian Service.  All are welcome. 
Giving Thanks... 
 From the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District

"The purpose of this post is to thank everyone within the communities of Bridgewater and Raynham, as well as the BRRSD for the incredible outpouring of support for the Raynham family who unfortunately experienced a house fire over the weekend.  The response has been absolutely overwhelming, which is not at all surprising.  That is what makes our communities and this District so special.  At this point, the family is very well situated with clothing and shoe/sneaker donations.  People who are still interested in making a monetary or gift card contributions, however, can still do so by dropping off the donations at the Merrill Elementary School in Raynham.
A special "thank you" goes out to Mrs. Deb Westell, Mrs. Kelly Blake, Mrs. Charlene Charette, Mrs. Colette Bythrow, and all the volunteers who organized the donation collection at the Merrill Elementary School on Sunday.  Please know that your efforts are greatly appreciated.  We thank everyone once again for supporting this family during their time of need."
~ Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District
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Historical Tidbit:  Coming to New England


When we survey the landscape of our local communities, we begin to see what brought our early ancestors here.  Throughout this nation's history, the most cited reason for coming to America was freedom.  Freedom from persecution from religious and/or political beliefs.

Many came for opportunity, income, to own land or simply to feed themselves and their families.  Why New England?   The extensive network of water-ways provided transportation, trade, fishing and the operation of mills.   Woodlands supplied timber; low hills and fields shared land for grazing and crops.

The early settlers were able to apply their skills and artistic abilities, brought from their homeland and used in more ways than they could have dreamed.   Through hard work, perseverance and hope, they carved out a life within the wilds of New England.

We New Englanders may take for granted this abundance of natural resources.  If you need to be reminded of the bounty that surrounds us, step out and visit our local communities.  Cruise our main streets and back roads, paddle our streams and lakes, stroll our woods and fields, gaze upon our hills and valleys of our home....our New England Home.


Respectfully submitted, Rob Lundquist

 
Monday, November 23
Walking - 9:30a - Council on Aging (COA)
Singing - 11a - COA
Bridge - 1p - COA
Beginner line dancing - 1p - COA
Duplo Play - 1p - Library
Free Style Dancing - 2p - COA
Friends of the Library - 6:30p - Library
Tuesday, November 24
Canasta/hand foot - 9a - COA
Chair Yoga - 10a - COA
Blood Pressure - 10:30a - COA

Whist - 12:30 - COA

Intermediate line dancing - 1p - COA 

Pokeno - 1p - COA

Board of Selectmen - 7p - Town Hall

Wednesday, November 25
Exercise - 9a - COA
Story Time - 10:30a - Library
Tai chi - cancelled
Cribbage - 12:30p - COA
Mah Jong - 1p - COA
Lego Club - 1p - Library
Library closes at 4pm today
Thursday, November 26
Happy Thanksgiving!
All town offices, banks, library and schools are closed.
Friday, November 27
Town offices, COA and schools are closed today.
Movie - 11a - Library
Saturday, November 28
Holiday Make & Take - noon - Library
St. Ann's - 4p - Service
Sunday, November 29
Agape Chapel - 10:30a
First Baptist Church - Worship 10:45a, Sunday school 9:30a, AWANA program at 5:30 pm
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
Annual Community Toy Drive
 to benefit "Operation Santa" Wed., December 16, 2015, from 8:00-11:45 a.m. & 2:00-6:30 p.m. 
All current and former patients:  Bring in an UNWRAPPED NEW TOY for either a boy or girl to the office and 
receive an adjustment at NO CHARGE!! 
(Complimentary adjustments are performed on the day of the toy drive only.)
NEW PATIENTS ARE WELCOME, ALSO!!  Stop in and see our office and meet Dr. Perry and Dr. Ledin.  For your donation of an UNWRAPPED NEW TOY, you will receive a gift certificate for a Complimentary Consultation and Exam!!  Please consider helping us to help the community. 

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                63 Main Street, Bridgewater     (508) 697-0050
"W8 4 IT" Improv Show!
 
Hold on to your seats!  
In the spirit of the Groundlings, Second City Theatre, and Upright Citizens Brigade, Bridgewater State University Lab Theater proudly presents W8 4 IT, a night of improvised fun and frolic.  Through audience suggestion and unbridled imagination, our acting troupe will create a new show every night!  
So bring your friends and family! 
This show is for everyone!

Raynham Lion's Club Annual Thanksgiving Luncheon
Sunday, November 22, at noon
Raynham Senior Center

Please join us for a delicious Thanksgiving Dinner.
$5 per person.
Tickets on sale at the Raynham Senior Center, 2215 King Philip Street.
No phone calls accepted.

"Holiday One-Stop Shopping Fair" Fundraiser
 Raynham Middle School Parent's Organization 

 Thurs., Dec. 3rd, from 5:00 to 9:00 PM

 Raynham Middle School cafeteria, 420 Titicut Road 

 

Shop from a variety of vendors showing their wares, such as Tastefully Simple, Silpada Designs, 31 Bags, Ava Anderson, Mary Kay, Stella and Dot, Jamberry Nails, Vantel Pearls, Cards by Margaret, Cleaning by Angela and many more!  A great night of shopping...get something for everyone, as well as a little something for yourself!  Win prizes in the vendor raffles, too! 

 

BRIDGEWATER FARM SUPPLY
  Bwater Farm Supply - dog food central!
Your One-Stop Pet Shop!
 
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1000 Plymouth St, 
(Rt 104) 
Bridgewater
          (508) 697-0357 
 
Don't forget... ECPO at L.B. Merrill Elementary and B-R preschool SANTA SPECTACULAR, Saturday, Dec. 5, 
from 9am to 12 noon.
Merrill Elementary School, 687 Pleasant St., Raynham
Pictures with Santa, pictures with the Red Sox World Series trophy, the Celtics championship trophy, arts/crafts for kids, cookies/waters for kids, face painting, Santa's workshop (where kids can buy gifts for family members and get them wrapped). Admission is 2.50/person with a 10/family cap.  There will be themed gift basket raffles and silent auctions for larger items. Hope to see everyone there!


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12/5/2105 9-2pm
LaLiberte Elementary School, 777 Pleasant St, Raynham 

 
Stone Church has a New Prayer Garden
Thanks to our new Raynham Eagle Scout, John Gimler, the First Congregational Church has a prayer garden.

John is third from left in the back row 
 Congratulations for all of your years of hard work in achieving Eagle Scout, John.  This fantastic project was the icing on the cake. 
 
 
GATRA Services for Raynham

GATRA transportation services make everyday life a little easier, especially for seniors who are transitioning from driving.  In addition to fixed-route bus service in the Taunton/Raynham area,
 GATRA provides safe and accessible Dial-A-Ride service for seniors over 60 years and for people with disabilities of any age.  Dial-A-Ride is $1.25 (one way) for trips between Raynham and Taunton or $10.00 for a 10-ride pass. GATRA, with the help of a grant from the United Way, also offers a long-distance medical transportation service called MedWheels for seniors and persons with disabilities that will travel to Boston hospitals or other medical facilities beyond Taunton. MedWheel trips are limited to 2 times per/month and there is a requested donation of $10.00 per/ride.  For additional information, call 508-823-8828 or visit the GATRA website at: www.gatra.orq.

11.19.15
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.  
  Food, Glorious Food
"If you really want to make a friend, go to someone's house and eat with him... the people who give you their food give you their heart." 
~Cesar Chavez
  bon appetit
~ 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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Monday, November 23, at 9 am
Raynham Senior Center

$3.50/Raynham residents
$4.50/all others for a full breakfast.
Tickets must be purchased in advance at the Senior Center.


 
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East Bridgewater, MA 
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Reminders:

Town offices, COA & schools are closed Thursday and Friday for Thanksgiving break. 

The Library is open on Friday and Saturday.   






Elf Buddy's Musical Christmas
Friday, Nov 27
at 11am
Raynham Public Library

Buddy is a sweet and innocent fellow who, until recently, thought he was an overgrown elf.  When Santa tells him the truth, Buddy sets out for New York to find his real father. What he discovers is not only does he have a father, but a whole new family.
Besides locating his family, Buddy brings the holiday spirit to everyone.  His enthusiasm is contagious and his once-humdrum family discovers, and rediscovers, the joy of the season as well as their love for each other.
Holiday Make & Take

 

Saturday, Nov. 28, at noon

Raynham Public Library

 

No signups needed.  Just stop by and make a holiday craft gift or decoration.  All materials are provided.  Come by from 12-2pm.

 

Raynham Historical Society 
Holiday Open House 
Sunday, December 6th from 1pm to 4pm at the historic Hannant House at 6 Pleasant Street, Raynham, MA. 

 
The public is cordially invited to view the house, enjoy refreshments and music.
Fuel assistance applications available at the Council on Aging
Fuel assistance applications are now being processed.  You must call 508-824-2740 to find out what documents you need in order to file an application.  Then you can make an appointment with outreach worker, Peggy Evers, who will assist you in filling out the application.
Medicare open enrollment
 
Open Enrollment for changing your Medicare supplement plans, and/or drug plans, is October 15 through 
December 7.  Outreach Worker, Peggy Evers, can see you by appointment. 
Call 508-824-2740
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WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME

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Historical Tidbit Question: 
What was the most cited reason for coming to America?

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By entering, you give us
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your name in next week's 
Buzz Around Raynham.
  
On November 25, 2015, we 
will randomly pick a winner
from the correct answers.

The Buzz was compiled

this week by Theresa McNulty, Sarah Primack, Marla Prince,  Stacy Rancourt, Jacquelyn Rose, & Betty Stirling.. 

  

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