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There are at least 3 separate Summer Concert Series in Gardner: The PACC Friday Night Bands, the Saturday Concerts at the Lithuanian Club, and the Summer Concert Series at Monument Park – (see previous article) Small Business Saturday – Happy Birthday – Fireworks Coming up on June 21st is theContinue Reading

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Spring Fair the Day Before Mother’s Day at Gardner Church The Unitarian Universalist Society of Gardner is having its Spring Fair on Saturday, May 10, 2025 starting at 9am and running through 2pm. The fair is known for its variety of indoor and outdoor plants. There will be various vendors,Continue Reading

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Council on Aging – Good Financial Footing – Ukulele Problem Solved Listen to the Council on Aging meeting of March 3, 2025 on any device. CLICK PLAY. Various programs, projects, grants, and budget items were discussed during the meeting. Senior Director Mike Ellis stated, “I feel like we’ve never beenContinue Reading

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Gardner Museum Opens for the Season in Gardner MA The Gardner Museum on Pearl Street in Gardner opens for the Season on March 5, 2025 with a Spring Exhibit featuring the Gardner Fire Department. From the museum “We start our museum year with a display of photos and items pertainingContinue Reading

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Gina Verrelli stated, ” Feel free to come to one or all of these programs.” For more information about all the programs at the Levi Heywood Memorial Library, please visit the website, CLICK HERE. There’s even more good in the library’s future. There’s even a 5 year strategic plan whichContinue Reading

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Editorial: Shedding A Light on Greater Gardner Homeless Resources The homeless are not forgotten in Gardner. In fact, there are a number of excellent, highly vetted resources in the Chair City and the region who provide help to those who need it. This commentary sheds some light on these organizations.Continue Reading

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Growing Places latest to Sign Lease for space at Waterford Community Center Growing Places signed a lease on December 18, 2024 for use of the kitchen and space at Waterford Community Center. Various officials were on hand plus staff from Growing Places and even 2 area farmers. Speakers included GardnerContinue Reading

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Gardner Police Department to Hold Food Drive Supporting Gardner CAC and Gardner Senior Center The Gardner Police Department has announced that it is launching a new event: The First Annual Fill-A-Cruiser Food Drive. Event will be held in front of the Gardner PD on Saturday, November 23, 2024 from 9amContinue Reading

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Waterford Community Center Lease Signed with Gardner CAC On November 8 2024, Gardner Mayor Nicholson and Julie Meehan, CAC Director signed a lease for use of a portion of the Waterford Community Center. It is a grant lease with no monthly payment due in consideration for what the Gardner CommunityContinue Reading

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Representative Jonathan Zlotnik announced state funded grants for the greater Gardner area. The grants were awarded as part of the Executive Office of Economic Development’s Community One Stop for Growth program, which streamlines the application process for communities and other eligible entities seeking to access various economic development grant programs.Continue Reading

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Those wishing to contribute a coat to the Winter Coat Drive may drop them off at the Gardner Museum on Pearl Street in Gardner. Worcester County Sheriff Kicks off Winter Coat Drive The Worcester County Sheriff’s Office and Worcester County Reserve Deputy Sheriff’s Association goal is to deliver 4,000 newContinue Reading

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Running on His Record – Interview with Jonathan Zlotnik Gardner Magazine spoke with State Representative Jonathan Zlotnik about his record. Listen to the entire interview on any device, CLICK PLAY. Zlotnik describes how he has put working families first. He speaks about fighting for the wallets of his constituents. ZlotnikContinue Reading

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GAAMHA Receives $225,000 in Funding Non-profit GAAMHA is receiving $225,000 in funding including $200,000 in Federal funding secured by Lori Trahan and $25,000 in State funding secured by Jonathan Zlotnik. Congresswoman Trahan wrote, “For over 50 years, GAAMHA, Inc.’s wide range of mental health and addiction programs have helped thoseContinue Reading

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Aimee from Gardner CAC speaks about the FREE Thursday Fellowship Meal Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY. Fellowship dinners are available for take-out on most Thursdays, October-May. Dinners must be picked up at 4:30 pm at the Gardner CAC on Pleasant Street, Gardner. Visit the Gardner CAC website, CLICK HERE. Make aContinue Reading

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Patriotism Alive in Gardner with Flag Raising Ceremony at Care Central VNA Care Central VNA and Hospice posted “Flag Raising Ceremony at 34 Pearly Lane 10/8/24 Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc. proudly raised its American Flag on Tuesday, donated by U.S. Representative Lori Trahan. Holly Chaffee, President & CEOContinue Reading

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BREAKING NEWS: Heywood Healthcare has announced its official stand-alone exit from Chapter 11 bankruptcy. President and CEO Rozanna Penney stated, “We are proud to exit Chapter 11 bankruptcy as an independent community-owned and community-governed organization.,” COMPLETE PRESS RELEASE HERE.Continue Reading

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The Gardner CAC has seen a 63% increase in demand for service for its food security programs. In the one year period from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024 The Gardner CAC has provided services to over 13,000 individuals. A very good organization to support. Website, CLICK HERE. SecureContinue Reading