FREE Greenwood Pool Admission with donation for Gardner CAC on Thursday July 23, 2026 This charitable initiative, held in collaboration with the Gardner Community Action Committee, offers guests free admission in exchange for donating specific essential goods. Requested contributions include canned food items, hygiene products, new blankets, and winter apparelContinue Reading

View the Complete Press Release from Heywood Healthcare, CLICK HERE. View the Complete Press Release from the State of Massachusetts, CLICK HERE. North Central MA Childcare Gets a Boost – Groundbreaking Pilot Funding Childcare in North Central MA is getting a boost. We have combined two short “Deep Dives” coveringContinue Reading

The Community Foundation of North Central MA was founded in 2001 and serves 33 communities from Erving to Littleton. Visit the Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts website, CLICK HERE. $750,000 Donated Anonymously Aiding 16 Organizations in North Central Massachusetts The Chair Man and the Chair Lady discuss the grantsContinue Reading

Analysis: Gardner’s Architect of Community Spirit – Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson Gardner’s Architect of Community Spirit: A Synthesis of Civic Engagement and Economic Growth Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson This is an analysis of the current state of community spirit and civic leadership in Gardner, Massachusetts, primarily through the lens ofContinue Reading

For more information about programs at the library, visit their website, CLICK HERE. Levi Heywood Memorial Library Kicks off Summer Reading Program From the library: “What an INCREDIBLE Night! WOW! Thank you to over 500 people who came out last night for our Summer Reading Kickoff Party! The energy, theContinue Reading

Greater Gardner Relay for Life Close to Goal The Greater Gardner Relay for Life is close to its goal of $170,000 for 2026 with total raised as of June 19th of $145,103.90. For more information and to donate visit RelayForLifeGG.org, CLICK HERE. Upcoming Event: “Mark your calendars for Saturday, JuneContinue Reading

Gardner MA Senior Center – July 2026 View the July 2026 Newsletter on PDF, CLICK HERE. Listen to the Chair Man and the Chair Lady discuss the upcoming July programs. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. Programs and Initiatives: Gardner Senior Center July 2026 1. Community Engagement and Social EnrichmentContinue Reading

More than Just Books – The Dynamic Summer Reading Program at the Levi Heywood Memorial Library The popular local resource is taking it to the next level this summer with its Summer Reading Program. Listen to this podcast with the Chair Man and the Chair Lady discussing it all. ListenContinue Reading

The Gardner CAC – Lessons From a Week of Dedicated Community Compassion In the quiet corners of Gardner MA, a rhythm of service often hums along unnoticed until the week’s end when the tally is finally taken. This past week at the Gardner Community Action Committee was far from routine;Continue Reading

Gardner Magazine would be pleased to feature your church or non-profit in an article. Simply send the info to News@GardnerMagazine.com. Spiritual and Operational Priorities of the Chestnut Street United Methodist Church – May 2026 Listen to a “Deep Dive” podcast on any device, CLICK PLAY. CLICK on the graphic forContinue Reading

Gardner Senior Center Programming and Services for the month of April 2026 Listen to this “Deep Dive” podcast covering all the programming and services for April 2026 on any device, CLICK PLAY. The entire newsletter is available on PDF, CLICK HERE. This video covers the April 2026 programming and services.Continue Reading

Have news about your Greater Gardner Relay for Life Team? Email: News@GardnerMagazine.com or call our voicemail line at (978) 632-6324. Gardner Magazine would be honored to interview any Team members and share your stories or promote your fundraising efforts. Email: News@GardnerMagazine.com or call our voicemail line at (978) 632-6324. GardnerContinue Reading

Focus on NON-PROFIT – Community Health Connections Listen to a “Deep Dive” on any device, CLICK PLAY. Community Health Connections (CHC) is a non-profit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) serving North Central Massachusetts. Established in 2001, CHC operates a multi-site “one-stop shop” model designed to eliminate barriers to care forContinue Reading

This extensive infographic can be viewed full screen by clicking on the image. Focus on NON-PROFIT – Higher Ground Ministries Higher Ground Ministries is a family-oriented, Spirit-filled church located in Gardner, Massachusetts, led by Pastors Jonathan and Katie Kamenski. The ministry focuses on biblical teaching, restoration, and equipping believers ofContinue Reading