Community Garden at St. Paul’s in Gardner MA Now has 27 Beds Originally established 2 years ago with a $3000 grant from the Diocese, the Community Garden located at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church on Cross Street in Gardner almost doubled its capacity in 2023 and now has more than 2Continue Reading

Inside Look at the Levi Heywood Memorial Library Book Sale Gardner Magazine was granted access to take photos the day before the Big Sale. What an incredible array of books there are! Prices are very low! LOCATION: Levi Heywood Memorial Library, 55 W. Lynde Street, Gardner (978) 632-5298 PARKING ISContinue Reading

Find out more about the April Vacation programs at the Levi Heywood Memorial Library, CLICK HERE. Editorial: In search of a “Book Sale Therapist” Hey everybody, I heard the Levi Heywood Memorial Library Book Sale (Friday April 19th and Saturday April 20th) is going to be a big deal. PreviewContinue Reading

Valuable Resource: 23 page Survivor e-book on pdf, CLICK HERE. An Interview with Bernice Richard regarding an important subject and upcoming event…. Bernice Richard is the Coordinator of the Domestic Violence Task Force. Our interview with Richard provides valuable information for those in a difficult situation, educates all on theContinue Reading

Gardner Emergency Housing Mission with Another Event to Help Homeless Families An event in March raised several hundred dollars. This event on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 is being held at William’s Restaurant from 4pm to 8pm. Just show up, pay your check, and 20% goes to GEHM. Dine in orContinue Reading

Mayor Nicholson spoke of various City events and also had a big announcement: The City has been awarded a $920,000 grant by the Federal government to replace the James Street pump station. “that gets the water from the storage tanks on top of James Street and Reservoir Hill out intoContinue Reading

Shop the only catalog that’s FREE – Levi Heywood Memorial Library The Levi Heywood Memorial Library announced on March 4, 2024 that the new catalog has been released. A great time for you to get your FREE library card. Visit this website, CLICK HERE. New books. New large print books.Continue Reading

Learn more: Levi Heywood Memorial Library, visit their website, CLICK HERE. FREE Kits Available now for Levi Heywood Tiny Art Show The Levi Heywood Memorial Library in Gardner is having its 3rd Annual Tiny Art Show in April. To be included, pick up your FREE Tiny Art kit from theContinue Reading

RCAP Solutions Resource for Housing Assistance for Greater Gardner MA Eligible households can get financial assistance funds for rent arrears, utility arrears, short-term rental stipend, security deposits, start-up costs (if moving to a new apartment), or first and last month’s rent. Listen to a short explanation from RCAP Solutions andContinue Reading

Gardner Emergency Housing Mission – Fundraiser for Homeless at Gardner Ale House The Gardner Emergency Housing Mission kicks off the first of 2 restaurant fundraisers on Tuesday March 19th from 5pm to 8pm at the Gardner Ale House, Parker Street, Gardner. A full 20 percent (20%) of your check (pre-tax)Continue Reading

Vigil held for Breanne Pennington – and Domestic Violence Resources The Gardner Domestic Violence Task Force sponsored a vigil on Wednesday, February 21, 2024 for Breanne Pennington who died from gunshot wounds at her home last October. Her husband Aaron Pennington is being sought for the murder. The Gardner DomesticContinue Reading

11 Chances out of 400 to Win – Gardner Chamber Fundraiser Odds Higher than Lottery For years, the Greater Gardner Chamber of Commerce has had its Super Raffle fundraiser, offering $15,250 in cash prizes this year. Grand prize: $10,000, 2nd prize $1000, and $4250 total in 3rd and 4th prizes.Continue Reading

Library Director Stephanie Young Speaks About the Offerings of Levi Heywood Memorial Library We spoke with Levi Heywood Memorial Library Director Stephanie Young about one of Gardner’s favorite spots: the library. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Library Director spoke about local artists who display art at the libraryContinue Reading

Gardner MA Relay for Life With First Lap 2024 The Gardner Relay for Life has invited runners to take a first lap at 12 noon on Saturday January 6, 2024 at the Mount Wachusett Community College track. According to a posting, “RelayFirstLap is meant to be a day to kick-startContinue Reading

Successful Schotanus Family Light Show at Brookside Drive brings in Toys for Gardner CAC Gardner Police Department posted, “The Grinch didn’t steal Christmas this year!!Another successful Holiday Light Show and Toy drive by the Schotanus Family. Our truck was filled with all the generous donations from our community to makeContinue Reading

Central Mass Flag Football has a website, CLICK HERE. Huge Toy Bingo Event Coming Up at Gardner PACC We spoke with Dana Heath, President of the Central Mass Flag Football League about the Toy Bingo, Friday December 15, 2023 at the PACC. Doors open at 5pm, Bingo starts at 5:30pm.Continue Reading

Wreaths Across America Planning for Laying of Wreaths in Winchendon MA Veterans will be honored at the Massachusetts Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Winchendon on Friday, December 15, 2023 at 9am. REMEMBER THE Fallen. HONOR those who Serve, and TEACH our children the value of Freedom. According to their website “WreathsContinue Reading

Children’s Room at Levi Heywood Memorial Library has Gardner MA Fun-Filled Week Mon. 12/4: Lego Club 4-5pm, Tues. 12/5: Storytime 10am, Weds. 12/6: Storytime 10am and 2pm – Winter Social from 6pm to 8pm. Thurs. 12/7: Storytime 10am For more information on all the Children’s Room activities, CLICK HERE. ForContinue Reading

Gardner MA Museum – Festival of Trees Draws Winners of Donations The 18th Annual Festival of Trees at the Gardner Museum ran from November until Saturday, December 2, 2023. There were beautiful donated trees, gift baskets, and other holiday items. Raffle tickets were $5 for 20 tickets. The Festival endedContinue Reading

Gardner C.A.C. Toy Drive Begins for 2023 The Gardner Community Action Committee wants to spread some Holiday Cheer with its Holiday Toy Drive. Donations are requested by December 10th. Drop off location is at Wood’s Ambulance – 457 Main Street, Gardner MA (in the front lobby) The Gardner C.A.C. isContinue Reading