Brewster.MA.Life

12/05/2024

Welcome to life in Brewster, MA.

First settled in 1656 as a parish of the town of Harwich, the town separated as the northern, wealthier parish in 1693.

Brewster was named in honor of Elder William Brewster, the first religious leader of the Pilgrims at Plymouth Colony.

Many of of the town’s business institutions were all on Brewster’s main street (now Route 6A), including the town hall and churches.

After a minor civil uprising, Brewster was officially incorporated as its own town in 1803.

The town’s history grew around Stony Brook, where the first water-powered grist and woolen mill in the country was founded in the late 17th century.

There were many rich sea captains in the town who built many of the mansions and stately homes which now constitute the town’s inns and bed-and-breakfasts.

Most notable of these are the Brewster Historical Society Captain Elijah Cobb House on Lower Road, the Crosby Mansion on Crosby Lane by Crosby Beach, and the Captain Freeman Inn on Breakwater Road.

Brewster’s unique natural assets of more than 5,000 acres of conservation land with walking and biking trails; a herring run where the alewife migrate to their home pond; salt and fresh water beaches; ponds and forests set the backdrop for the eco-tourist’s experience.

11/05/2024

Be there or be square

Annual Town Meeting (SB, 384 Underpass Rd)

Saturday, May 11, 2024 - 1:00pm

Check-in begins at 12pm. See you tomorrow!

10/05/2024

18/12/2023

Traffic Alert: Motor Vehicle crash on Route 6A in the area of Drummer Boy Park. Utility pole struck, causing the road to be impassable. Please use alternate routes via Paines Creek Road and AP Newcomb Road.

10/11/2023

Plan to attend the Brewster Special Town Meeting on Monday, November 13 (6 PM at Stony Brook Elementary School). There are four important articles on the warrant that relate to Brewster's water quality that the BPC supports. Your vote is important!
Visit our website (www.brewsterponds.org) to read the full warrant.

29/09/2023

Antique and Classic Car Show. Register today! See you Sunday
https://brewstersportsmansclub.org/event-5433686

13/09/2023

The Town would like some feedback...

Attention all residents and community members! We are conducting a Communications Community Survey to learn about what people in town have to say about our overall communications efforts and ways we can improve.

Please take a few moments to fill out this SHORT 20-question survey here: https://forms.gle/AWr37ZVEfyoXBUw89

27/08/2023

Tomato Festival at Chatham Bars Inn Farm today! So tasty ❤

11/08/2023

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=682258777279034

Brewster Fire/Rescue Receives $91,500 FEMA (AFG) Award for Pump, Aerial Ladder, and Driver Training

On Friday August 11th Brewster Fire/Rescue received notification from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) that our 2022 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Application has been approved and would receive funding in the amount of $91,500. In providing the award FEMA stated, “after considerable consideration, the recipients project described in the narrative and details section of the application which included financial need, project description, cost/benefit, and statement of effect information was consistent with the Assistance to Firefighters Grant program’s purpose and worthy of an award”.

This year’s award will provide funding for the 61 hours of personnel and contract instructor costs required to deliver NFPA/ISO certified pump, aerial ladder, and driver training programs to all Brewster firefighters. These sessions will significantly enhance the ability of staff members to safely drive vehicles and efficiently operate fire department apparatus at fire scenes and other emergency incidents.

Since 2010 the department has received eleven Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) awards and one Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant totaling more than two million dollars in funding for fire and EMS equipment, fire safety education programs, firefighter training, and staffing.

Brewster Fire/Rescue would like to thank Senator Warren, Senator Markey, Congressman Keating, Brewster Select Board, and Town Manager Peter Lombardi for their support of this vital Federal grant program and for the valuable assistance provided by their offices during this year’s application period. In addition, we would also like to thank our FEMA Region 1 Fire Program Specialists Chris Babcock and Lance Harbour for the comprehensive and expert guidance they delivered to our organization throughout the entire grant process.

11/08/2023

Traffic Alert: On Saturday, August 12, the Town of Brewster will be hosting the Annual Brew Run. The Brew Run is a 5.2-mile road race beginning at The Woodshed, located on Route 6A near Route 124, and ending at the north end of Route 124. Traffic delays should be expected on Route 6A, Route 124, Route 137, Tubman Road, Stony Brook Road, and Lower Road between 3:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. Motorists should seek alternate routes if possible. There will be special event parking at the Eddy Elementary School on Rt. 6A. Shuttle buses will be running from 2:30 to 3:45 to bring runners to the start line. Officers will be out assisting motorists with detours.

08/08/2023

8/8/2023 1:40 PM

Tubman Rd & Susan Lane. Brewster DPW on scene.

05/08/2023

We are sorry for your loss. But please consider that the tearful, flaming lantern has to land somewhere. In a tidal estuary. On the dunes. In a neighbors yard... with a long spool of fishing line attached.

21/07/2023

Brewster Community Pool Closed through Sunday July 23rd

The Brewster Community Pool will be closed through Sunday July 23rd for unexpected maintenance and sanitation. We apologize for any inconvenience. Friday swim lessons will be held at Long Pond Landing. Please call the Recreation Department with any questions, 508-896-9430.

16/07/2023

Fresh from Linnell Landing grant. Deep bowl, meaty and a distinct briny liquor.

04/07/2023

"When tyranny becomes law, rebellion becomes duty." ~Thomas Jefferson

03/07/2023

25/06/2023

Storm clouds cleared and the day changes...

01/06/2023

Crosby Mansion Family Fun Day
Saturday June 17th
1pm-4pm

A Family Fun Day featuring entertainers and professional circus performers will be held on the lawn of Crosby Mansion on Saturday, June 17 from 1pm-4pm. All are welcome!

01/05/2023

We need another record breaking turn out to stop the agenda of radical members of the Select board.

Town Meeting is tonight! Vote YES on Article 22 and Article 27! See you there! May 1st. Stony Brook Elementary. Check-in starts at 5 pm.

The Stop the Boardwalk, Save Wing Island campaign is still not a done deal.

28/04/2023

Beginning Monday May 8, please expect intermittent beach landing closures as Town staff prepares for the upcoming summer season.

Thank you for your understanding.

For any questions, please call the Department of Public Works at (508) 896-3212.

25/04/2023

Recent overheard conversation at Eat Cake 4 Breakfast Bakery lol

22/04/2023

The Herring are running! Latest count is 119,500 since March 20th.

You may recognize the Herring or Alwives, but have you wondered what their other stream companions are?

White suckers have a long slender body and a dark back with silvery colored sides and a white belly. The dark coloration on the fish can vary - the most common color is yellowish-brown, but bright yellow, golden, and greenish variations exist.

The mouth points down, allowing the fish to pick up food from the bottom. The head is rounded between the eyes.

In the spring, adult male white suckers develop a very distinctive black horizontal stripe.

15/03/2023

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01/03/2023