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The East Bridgewater Candle Company, Inc., was formed by two friends, Lynn Barsanti and Christine Quaglia in East Bridgewater, Massachusetts. They shared a love for candles and had a passion to create a great smelling, high quality, affordable, healthy alternative to paraffin wax candles.

They researched and tested several soy waxes, fragrances, wicks and containers. After months of work and fun, they now feel that they can offer a great product that can be enjoyed by anyone who wants the same qualities in their candles that they sought to create. Their 100% Soy candles are made from soybeans grown in the USA. All of their candles are hand poured one at a time with love, using 100% cotton wicks and no added dyes. The candles are scented with a blend of essential and fragrance oils.
Some of the benefits of Soy Candles:
  1. Soy burns longer than paraffin - on average 7-8 hours per ounce of soy.
  2. Soy is sustainable. Unlike paraffin, which is derived from oil, soy is a renewable resource made from the oil of soybeans. The soy used today was likely in the ground less than one year ago and that same field could be growing more soy for the future.
  3. Soy is better for your health. Soy burns cleaner and produces as much as 90 percent less soot than paraffin, reducing the amount of indoor air pollution produced.
  4. Soy won't ruin your walls: The emissions from paraffin candles build up on walls, staining the paint in your home. They also build up in upholstery fabrics and in carpets, affecting the air quality in your home.
  5. Spilled soy is easier to clean up: Soy is biodegradable, so if it spills on your tablecloth or clothing, just clean with soap and water. (It's a lot easier to clean up than paraffin!)

    6. Christine and Lynn started working on candles December of 2011 and introduced them to the public in July of 2012. Now they are carried in two East Bridgewater Stores: CN Smith Farm and Lavender Sky Gifts. They travel to craft fairs and their candles make a great fundraising item.

    The Buzz Around loves to celebrate artists, inventors entrepreneurs. Great job, Ladies.
November 22, 2015

 

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We were all too Buzzy 
to play this week!


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 :
New Settlers and the Wampanoags


As the pilgrims established colonies in Plymouth, the Native Americans of the Wampanoag Tribe already inhabited what are now the current day Bridgewater areas.  They made a conscious effort to become acquainted with these new settlers and help them to adjust to the new land.

Led by Chief Ousamequin, better known today as Massasoit, the Wampanoag Tribe members followed his values of peace to visitors and the ability to hunt and fish.  The tribe controlled large parts of the region and the braves were familiar with the land because it was regarded as a rich fishing ground.  They had created clear pathways through the forest to the fishing spots known as the "Satucket Path" and "Mattakeeset Path."


Today, evidence still exists of their fishing activities, as a fish weir is still visible in the Satucket River.  The whole Taunton River watershed was a valuable source of fish, as the waters were filled with alewives that had come from the ocean via these streams.  The alewives were a staple of the native diet when salt water shellfish were out of season.

~ Information taken from the East Bridgewater sesquicentennial commemorative booklet. 


Monday, November 23
Coffee Hour - 9a - Council on Aging (COA)
Clinic - 9a - COA
Whist - 10a - COA
Senior Lunch - noon - COA
Movie - 1p - COA
Grief Support - 3p - COA
Food Pantry - 3p - St. John's Thanksgiving Meal ONLY
Selectmen - 6:30p - Town Hall
Bookmunchers Club - 6:30p - Library
Historical Comm - 7p - Town Hall
Planning Board - 7p - Town Hall
Alcoholics Anonymous - 7:30p - Community Covenant Church
Tuesday, November 24
Walking Club - 8:30a - St. John's
Errand Van - 9a - COA
Chair Yoga - 9a - COA
Back Alley Bridge - 10:30a - COA
Left, Right, Center - 10:30a - COA
Senior Lunch - noon - COA
Busy Hands - 1p - COA
Lions Club - 7p - TBA
Adult Book Club - 7:30p - Library
Alanon - 7:30p - Community Covenant Church
Wednesday, November 25

Early Release ALL Grades

Rotary Meeting - 7:15a - Good Days, WB

Errand Van - 8:30a - COA

Line Dancing - 10a - COA

Crocheting - 10a - COA

Mah Jongg - noon - COA

Zumba Gold - 1p - COA

SHINE - 1:30p - Prospect St

Community Meal - 5:30p - United Methodist Church
JSHS PTO - 6:15p - Middle School
Prayer Eve - 6:30p - United Methodist Church
Patriotic Activities - 7:30p - Town Hall
Hockomock Photography - 7:30p - Library
Alcoholics Anon - 7:30p - Union Congregational Church
Thursday, November 26
Happy Thanksgiving!
All town offices, banks, library and schools are closed.
Narcotics Anonymous - 6:30p - United Methodist Church
 Friday, November 27
Town offices and COA are closed today.
Senior Bowl - 9a - Viking Rec
TOPS - 9:15a - Library
 Saturday, November 28
Food Pantry - 9:30a - Union Congregational
St. John's - Service - 4p 
Alcoholics Anonymous - 7p - Methodist Church
Union Coffee House - 7p - Union Congregational Church
 Sunday, November 29
Community Covenant Church - Sunday school: 9:45am, Worship: 11:00am
Union Congregational Church - 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 10:45a
Great Pumpkin Walk - 1p - Sachem Rock Farm
Alcoholics Anonymous - 6p - Union Congregational
 
* Information Compiled in this issue from Town web sites and "Our Town" calendar
Bridgewater Square Chiropractic
Annual Community Toy Drive
 to benefit "Operation Santa" Wed., December 16, 2015, from 8:00-11:45 a.m. 
and 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 12/16/15 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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The Witches
Artists from Suburbia will present David Wood's adaptation of Roald Dahl's 
classic children's book, "The Witches." 
The Center at Sachem Rock
 355 Plymouth Street, East Bridgewater

Sunday, November 22, at 2:00
Performances are free and open to the public!

The production will feature puppets by local artists alongside performances by local actors, all coming together to create an evening of spook-tacular, family-friendly theatre like no other!

THIS PRODUCTION WAS MADE POSSIBLE BY THE GENEROUS FUNDING OF THE EAST BRIDGEWATER CULTURAL COUNCIL
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Russel's Barber Shop

If you happen to be downtown this week, 
stop and say "hi" to Russ. 

 
On November 25, 2015, Russ celebrates being a barber 
in downtown East Bridgewater for 45 years!

Wow! 

12 West Union St. 
East Bridgewater, MA


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 
 

Community Meal


 

Prayer Evening of Thanksgiving at 6:30 pm following the

Thanksgiving Dinner Community Meal on
Wednesday, November 25th, at 5:30 pm
United Methodist Church
54 N. Central St., E. Bridgewater, MA  
 All are welcome to join us for these free meals.    

Halifax Country Club

Annual Thanksgiving Day Dinner

Thursday, Nov. 26, beginning at noon

 

This dinner is free for all seniors and any folks who will be alone this holiday.  Families that are not able to afford Thanksgiving meal are also welcome to attend.  Please call Megan Dion at 

781-293-9061 to reserve your place.  Those attending are asked to bring a canned good donation for the food pantry.   

Kiwanis Christmas on the Common 
 
Arts and Crafts Fair 

 Saturday, Dec. 5th, 9-2 pm.  Craft spaces available - contact Ken (781-294-1057) to reserve.  
First come, first served.  Spaces sell out every year!
Roast Beef Dinner 
 Saturday, Dec. 5, at 5:30 pm
Methodist Church  

The menu consists of Roast Beef/Gravy, Mashed Potato, Green Beans, Butternut Squash, a beverage and a dessert.  Tickets are: Adults, $12, and under 12 for $6.00.  For advance tickets, please call the church office at 508-378-2814.  If no answer, leave a message.
East Bridgewater United Methodist Church, 54 N. Central St.
Ecumenical Advent Service 

Start the Christmas season in a peaceful state of mind.
Thursday, Dec. 3,  6:00pm.
Sponsored by the EB Clergy Association, hosted at  St. John's Catholic Church, 
210 Central St.,  East Bridgewater
MASSPASS BOOKS on SALE Now!
 
A 2016 Masspass coupon book was sent home with students last week.  The book sells for just $25 and has over $8,000 in coupons!  Great prize incentives for students.  Top selling student at each school participating receives a FREE Kindle Fire!  Every student that sells 5 books receives a 6th book FREE, PLUS a FREE $10 ITunes gift card.  Also, for every book sold, the student is entered into a raffle for a 2nd chance to win a Kindle Fire!  Want to help your teacher win an Amazon gift card and a pizza party for your classroom?  See details in flyer sent home with book!  If you do not want to participate, please return the book, in its original condition, to the school asap.  Thank you!
BOOK FAIR VOLUNTEERS at the Middle School

The Scholastic Book Fair will be held from
December 1st through December 4th in the
Middle School media center.  We are looking
for two parent volunteers for each of the following time slots:
  
Tuesday, 12/1:  9-11AM and 11AM-2PM
Wednesday, 12/2:  9-11AM, 12-3PM, and 4:30-7:30PM
Thursday, 12/3:  9-11AM, 12-3PM, and 4:30-7:30PM
Friday, 12/4:  9-11AM
  
If anyone is interested in volunteering, please contact
Red Hilton at redhilton@gmail.com.  Thank you in advance! 
Nessralla Farm Store
Trees * Wreaths * Cemetery Baskets * Kissing Balls 

318 Plymouth St. (Rt 106), Halifax, MA (781-293-6792)
 
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Twenty-Ninth Annual Christmas on the Common 
Annual Tree Decorating Contest
East Bridgewater Town Common
Thursday, December 3, at 6 pm; Judging at 5:30 pm
Schedule tentative. Entries due by November 24.

Your club or community organization is invited to participate. The theme for this year's contest will be "A Christmas Story" (Ralphie and his Red Ryder BB Gun). Trees for the decorating contest are donated courtesy of the Kiwanis Club of East Bridgewater.

As the sponsoring coordinators of the "Christmas on the Common" program, the Kiwanis Club of East Bridgewater is, again, grateful to the Common Committee and the Board of Selectmen for allowing the 2015 program to be held on this historic site.

The popularity of "Christmas on the Common" program has delighted many people and has generated a sense of community spirit.  I hope that you and your group will join us in this wonderful East Bridgewater tradition.
Email Mary Sue C. Moore at Mscm6222@yahoo.com,  if interested.


Respectfully submitted, Mary Sue C. Moore
EB Hope Drop-In
December 3 at 5 pm
Community Covenant Church, Pleasant St.

In collaboration with EB HOPE and its volunteer members, 
law enforcement and civilian partners will facilitate bi-monthly community-based meetings 
for people suffering from the disease of addiction (and their friends and family members) 
to provide information on 
where to access:
  • Outpatient levels of care
  • Inpatient/medical detoxification programs, along with continuous care options (residential versus sobriety homes)
  • Addiction recovery services available through a representative from the Massachusetts Organization for Addiction Recovery
  • Resources for family support
  • Mental health professionals
  • Information for obtaining Nasal Naloxone and on-site training on the proper use
  • Information about local coalitions and community-based groups involved in opioid abuse prevention and treatment
  • Faith Based Support
  • Veteran services personnel
 For more information, click here to visit the website

 

 

 

Council on Aging Annual Christmas Party
Thursday, December 17th, @ 12:00pm
Mockingbird Restaurant
 
$12 per person 
This is a ticketed event for East Bridgewater residents only. 
 
Reservations must be made and paid for by Friday, December 4th ~ Sorry, no exceptions.  The COA is happy to continue with this favorite yearly tradition.  This year we are having our party at the beautiful Mockingbird Restaurant on Rt. 18.  We have tried to keep the price per person as reasonable as possible so that all can enjoy an afternoon complete with a wonderful meal, entertainment and door prizes to kick off the holiday season.  Our party is, once again, being partially funded by a grant from The Trustees for the Home for Aged Men in the City of Brockton.  Happy Holidays to all of you from all of us and we hope to see you on the 17th!  Space is limited! 
 We will be collecting donations for the local food pantries. 
The EBCOA van is available for transportation to this event.  

 

Mindfulness Practice in a Mobile App Shared with us by the Youth Health Connection at South Shore Hospital



Smiling Mind is a unique free web and App-based program developed in Australia by a team of psychologists with expertise in youth and adolescent therapy, Mindfulness Meditation and web-based wellness programs.  The content helps make balance and mindfulness practices easily accessible to everyone.

There are sections within the program for ages:  7-11 years, 12-15 years, 16-22 years, adults plus sections for quick bite-size or extended options.

Smiling Mind Meditation
Smiling Mind Meditation
To learn more about Smiling Minds, visit: smilingmind.com.au
To check out an example of Exploring Thoughts for ages 16-22, visit:  www.youtube.com/ Smiling Mind
To check out an example for Adults, visit:  Mindful From Nine to Five.
11.14 


Thank You, Veterans!
Our Tri-Town Parade & Ceremony was held in East Bridgewater this year.  Thanks to all who participated in these services honoring our Veterans. 


 

Visit them for more images of the parade & ceremony. 
  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 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 every day!

Melissa Goldmann Massage Therapy
Massage gift certificates, 
the gift they won't let 
the ink dry on! 

Now offering Thai Table massage.

516 N. Bedford street
(Inside Waves Salon)
E. Bridgewater, MA 

508-857-7744 


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Viking Pizza
Buy 3 pizzas, get 1 free!

52 Bedford St
East Bridgewater, MA 02333

Delivery 7 days a week
 Hours: 11am - 10pm




Right of Way
Driving School
NOW TEACHING AT
EAST BRIDGEWATER 
JR/ SR HIGH SCHOOL

Next Class:  Dec 14 -23. 

M-F 2:30pm - 6:15 pm

Instructor:  Bill Madden
For more information 
or to enroll: 
781 436-8057



Salon Serenity

Holiday Gift Certificates Available

590 Monponsett St. 
Halifax, MA 
(781) 293-5379


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HUGS Community Christmas Program

 

If you or someone you know need help this Christmas, or if you would like to make a donation, or volunteer, please call Theresa at 508-350-9811.

 

The Giving Trees are up at the Center at Sachem Rock, Dewhurst Lumber,

EB Public Library and

Paul Wolfe Motors.

 

If you would like to help a family in need, please visit one of our trees, take a tag and buy a gift for someone in need 

this holiday season.  

To sponsor a family, please call Theresa at 508-350-9811.

www.ebhugs.org

 


MATA Karate

"Never Lose The Fight Within"

After School Classes
Enrolling Now!

 516 North Bedford St
2nd Floor
East Bridgewater

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East Bridgewater Candle Company
Hand poured 100% soy candles,100% cotton wicks, no dyes.  Scented with a blend of essential and fragrance oils.
Available at:
Lavender Sky Gifts 
494 Bedford St
East Bridgewater

C.N. Smith Farm
325 South St
East Bridgewater, MA


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School Notice:
  
11/25/15 - Early Release Day - K-12
  
11/26/15 - 11/27/15 - No School - Thanksgiving Break 
 
12/2/15 - 12/4/15 - Early Release Day Grades 3-6 - Parent-Teacher Conferences
  
12/15/15 - Winter Concert Grades 3-6 - 7:30PM 
Volunteers Needed

The Central School copy room is looking for volunteers to help out.  If interested, please contact Melinda LaCourse by email at mlacourse81@gmail.com
Community Meals  
and Thrift Shop
   Wednesday, Dec. 2, 9
  The meal normally scheduled on Dec. 23 is being changed to Friday, December 25, Christmas Day, for a Christmas Dinner from 3-5pm. 

Our Thrift Shop continues to be open on Wednesdays, from 
3-5pm, just before the Community Meals, and also on Saturdays from 10-12pm.
East Bridgewater United Methodist Church, 
54 N. Central St.
E. Bridgewater, MA  02333
EB MUSIC PARENTS GIFT CARD FUNDRAISER  
The EB Music Parents Association is sponsoring this year's Gift Card Fundraiser. You purchase various gift cards at face value. Our fundraising partner, United Scrip, sells them to us at a discounted rate and the percentage difference comes back to our group as profit. They are the same gift cards that you would purchase at the individual stores, without the hassle of driving there!. All orders should be placed in a sealed envelope and accompanied by full payment in the form of a check made out to EBMPA (no cash, please).  Distribution of all orders (from all schools) will be in the lobby of the Middle School by the Main Office between 6PM and 8PM on the following dates: Orders turned in by 11/20 will be available on 11/30; orders turned in by 12/4 will be available on 12/14. For questions, please call Bonnie McArthur at 508-378-0400 or email
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!!

The East Bridgewater Garden Club Annual Christmas Luncheon 
 Friday, Dec. 4, from 12-3 p.m. The Center at Sachem Rock 355 Plymouth St., 
East Bridgewater
 
Please bring items for the food pantry.  The flower show is a boutonniere or a corsage.
For more information: 
The Ousamequin Woman's Club of Greater Bridgewater
Next meeting is on Monday, December 7th, at 1pm 
at the Bridgewater Senior Center,10 Wally Krueger Way.  

The Holiday celebration will feature a musical sing-along, 
led by Krisanthi Pappas.   Our Club's community project for this month is to collect donations for the 
Bridgewater area.
 
Operation Santa.   
New items only for donation, please.  Guests welcome.
Refreshments served.

  Visiting Dental Associates  of Massachusetts 
Dental Cleaning/Hygiene Exams
Tuesday, Dec. 15th 
EB Council on Aging
 
Cathy Grinham, RDH from Visiting Dental Associates of MA, is back to provide dental cleanings and dental hygiene exams for $49.00. 
 If you have MassHealth Dental, the cleaning is 
free of charge. 
If you have had any joint replacements or have any questions, please contact Cathy beforehand at 508-813-6034.   
Contact the COA to schedule an appointment. 
 Appointments are from 
9:00am-2:15pm. 
Each appointment will run approximately 45 minutes.

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:

What kind of fish was a staple of the natives' diet?

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 November 25, 2015, we 
will randomly pick a winner
from the correct answers.
The Buzz was compiled
this week by Theresa McNulty, Sarah Primack, Stacy Rancourt, Jacquelyn Rose, Jill Silvia  & Betty Stirling.
 
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