In an effort to create a better relationship between Brockton Families and the Police Department, the Brockton Police Family Jamboree was launched in 2022. The Jamboree invites Brockton families to have fun and learn about their local and state government.

Booths providing education on various nonprofits and government systems such as the First Responder Therapy Dogs and the Brockton A.R.T.S. Foundation were also a major highlight.

Photo & Story Credit: Brian Coleman, Intern, Bridgewater State University

Edited by: J. Rose

Labor Day was created to recognize the social and economic achievements made by American workers in the nineteenth century. At that time, there was such excitement at the improvements in our quality of life; state and local celebrations around the country were organized by workers and unions. Between 1885 - 1894, 32 states had passed an official Labor Day holiday. Although there is not a clear founder, records show Peter J McGuire (General Secretary of the Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners), and Matthew Maguire ( a machinist and Secretary of the Central Labor Union in New York) both played a role in the founding of a national Labor Day.

President Grover Cleveland made Labor Day national holiday, signing it into law, June 28, 1894 for the first Monday in September. Labor Day is often celebrated with parades, parties, and festivities.

By Siara Morel Ortiz, Intern, UMass Boston.

Source: U.S Department of Labor

Dave Gorman’s Kids Road Race will kick-off the fall season on Saturday, Sept 9. and continue for eight weeks. Yes, it is still $1.00 to run. Ages 4 to 14 boys and girls can participate. For more information or to pre-register contact Dave Gorman at irishdaveg@aol.com or call 508-588-3148.

Questions? Visit the Kids Road Race Website.

The transportation schedule for this year's bus routes is posted on the Brockton Public Schools website. Other important information, such as signing up for text alerts, can be found on the website as well. Check out the Brockton Public School Transportation page for more information. 

Do you like Brockton’s Downtown Public Art or wish there was more of it? Brockton wants to put the artist and their art in the foreground. They want the public perspective on where art would be the most accessible Downtown. Brockton Residents can take the survey to put in their input. You can also put where you think art installations should go on the map. For more information and to learn about publicly accessible art, check out Brockton’s website.

This new Open Mic Celebrates poems written and preformed by members of the LGBTQIA+ Community. All are welcome to come sit and listen to the poets. For more information contact Avian Deane, Brockton Public Library at 508-894-1432

The Massachusetts Broadband Institute needs your input. The survey asks people about their experience using the Internet in the state. Help Massachusetts provide everyone with better internet service and digital support by givyour input. To fill out the survey, visit the Massachusetts Broadband Institute website.

We are coming up in the final months of the Brockton Farmers Market. Stop by to load up on fresh products. Enjoy cooking demos and entertainment for kids sponsored by the public library. For more information, visit the Brockton Farmer’s Market Website.

Boys and Girls Club members get to learn all about robotics using Legos and real robotics. ages 5-12 are encouraged to sign up while seating is available. For more information, visit the Boys and Girls Club of Brockton on Facebook

Early Voting For Preliminary Election Day

The Preliminary Election for Brockton will be held on September 19th, 7:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. at your local voting center. If you can not make it on this day, the dates listed above are days when you can cast your vote ahead of time. Make sure to mark your calendars. Voting is important! If you need assistance: Vote.org. It is a great source that will answer questions on voting and how to register to vote. Check out Brockton City website for more information on voting in Brockton.

Sept. 14th through 17th

Sept. 17th: 12p - 6

For more information, visit: AnnunciationBrockton.org/greekfestival. 

Latin Woman's Association

The Building a Better Business Program is designed to help individuals who are looking to start or grow a business. It is an all-day, in-person event that is taught in three parts: legal, sales/marketing, and financials. The goal of this program is to have individuals create a working business plan that they can successfully execute. Crucial for finding financing for their business.

To sign up for the event, visit Neighbors Works Housing Solutions website.

899 No Main Street.

All non-profits, service

agencies, and volunteer organizations are invited to inform everyone about their upcoming

activities. Please call Anne at 774-297-4939 or email at ambeauregard@outlook.com for

more information.

Fashion is another tool to help combat climate change and protect the environment.

First, how does fashion harm the environment? In efforts to meet demands and popularity for society’s trendiest clothes, many big clothing brands end up wasting fabrics and energy as they rush to pump out clothes for consumers at cheap prices. This is known as fast fashion.

According to the United Nations Environment Program, the “pollution, waste, and emissions of fast fashion are fueling the planetary crisis” as "plastic fibers are polluting the oceans”. In addition, the “wastewater and toxic dyes” from the industrial plants that are used to create the clothes only further contaminate the surrounding natural environments.

Sustainable clothing: While buying sustainable and organic clothing is a healthier alternative, it can also be expensive or inaccessible for many people. Fortunately, there are still many ways to limit your own fashion consumption and help the planet without sacrificing your wallet.

Diversify your clothing store options: Buying secondhand clothing from local thrift stores or on-line platforms such as ThredUp, Depop, and Poshmark is an excellent alternative for getting clothes.

Consider clothes before buying them: We all have that item, or a few, that sit in the back of the closet untouched for the past two years. This is why the Milken Institute School of Public Health at George Washington University suggests buying an item only if you can see yourself wearing it at least 30 times. Thinking twice is a good way to limit how much fast fashion and wasted clothing ends up crowding your closet.

Support brands that have good sustainability practices: This online directory: Good on You allows you to search your favorite brands and view their sustainability/ethical work ratings. The website also provides a wide range of stores that solely produce sustainable fashion that you can occasionally invest in.

By researching, staying mindful, and practicing eco-friendly shopping habits, you can reduce carbon costs and the impact of waste on our landfills and atmosphere!

Pat is a Solar System NASA Ambassador, and here she is with Star Trek

Submitted by Anne Beauregard.

So excited for the Annual Lebanese Festival at Saint Theresa Maronite Church. Over the three days the festival will feature Mitchell Kalatsunas, Andre Ibrahim and DJ Gabriel Massih. There will also be a basket auction raffle and a bar. There will be food and drinks at the festival. No outside food drinks or Hookah are allowed. Admission to the event is free. For more information check out the flyer here.

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