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
All of this is FREE. Anyone in the area can get a library card at the Levi Heywood Memorial Library in Gardner no matter what town you are from in Massachusetts. Do you have your FREE library card? Visit the library website, CLICK HERE. Listen to this PSA on anyContinue Reading
Gardner MA Museum 2024: A Season of Art and Top-Notch Lectures The Gardner Museum on Pearl Street in Gardner will delight visitors in 2024 with 2 major art exhibits during Spring and Summer and a huge Lecture Series lineup. An artist reception for a spring solo art exhibit will beContinue 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
Just click Play button in middle to start video. Watch full screen by clicking icon in lower right corner once it starts. George to the Rescue Upgrades Pantry at MVOC Watch the episode right here on Gardner Magazine. The Montachusett Veterans Outreach Center located on Central Street in Gardner gotContinue Reading
Chair City Generosity on Full Display at Parker House of Pizza The Gardner Elementary School PTO had a fundraiser with the Parker House of Pizza on Wednesday, October 29th. The restaurant went above and beyond as stated by the PTO: “Thank you again to Parker House of Pizza for theirContinue Reading
Gardner Magazine Launches Project in Faith The project is simple: Increase awareness of God and His importance to our daily lives. Through this, promote the values espoused by the Holy Bible. Here’s what we want to do: Enhance our coverage of Churches and Faith-based organizations. Improve our coverage of Faith-basedContinue Reading
Hotline Radio is an interview program aired by Gardner Radio Station WGAW on AM 1340, 98.1 FM, and streaming to anywhere in the world 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. LISTEN LIVE NOW. – Hotline Radio airs Saturdays from 12:10 to 2:00pm Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson is usuallyContinue Reading
Shown in top photo is Gardner Museum Coordinator Marion Knoll, Sheriff Lew Evangelidis, and Gardner Museum President Scott Huntoon – the Museum has served as a drop-off location for the coat drive. Bottom photo shows the Sheriff and his staff. For our previous article on the “Sheriff of Light” includingContinue Reading
From Opening a Kitchen, to Open Dialog, to the Budget, Varied Topics in Mayor’s Update Listen to the Update on any device. CLICK PLAY Growing Places was approved by the Zoning Board and entered into a licensing agreement with the City of Gardner to utilize the kitchen at Waterford StreetContinue Reading
Coat Drive Has Begun in Gardner MA Gardner Museum posted on October 18, 2023, “ The Annual Winter Coat Drive through the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office has been officially kicked-off! And this season once again, we will serve as one of the main drop-off centers in our area. Please donateContinue Reading
Gardner Museum Festival of Trees Begins November 8th The Gardner Museum 18th Annual Festival of Trees is being held from November 8th until December 2nd. Hours are Wednesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 4pm, Fridays from 1 to 7pm, and Saturday & Sundays from 10am to 4pm. There were 87Continue Reading
Like Legos? Every Monday 4-5pm is Lego Club in Gardner MA The Levi -Heywood Memorial Library in Gardner is noted for its child-friendly programs including Lego Club every Monday from 4 to 5pm for ages 6-12. On the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month from 4-5pm it’s Gamers ClubContinue Reading
Gardner MA Mayor Michael Nicholson Updates the Chair City on Various Topics and Events Mayor Nicholson went over many items in his weekly update. Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY Topics Waterford Street School is an active construction site. The Mayor explained what type of work is going on. —-Continue Reading
Gardner Mayor Nicholson has been called one of America’s most effective Small City Mayors, even being invited to the White House to speak about Gardner’s success. We asked him about everything in detail. We came away from the interview realizing that it was hard to document all that has beenContinue Reading
Book Sale at Levi Heywood Memorial Library in Gardner MA The Friends of the Levi Heywood Memorial Library Book sale is being held on Friday September 29th 9-4:30 and Saturday September 30th from 9-4. Members can attend early at the preview sale on Thursday, September 28th from 4-7pm. (Memberships canContinue Reading
Here’s our complete article on the parade with OFFICIAL PARADE PROGRAM and Complete Map. A Proud Moment for Gardner MA Mayor Michael Nicholson in advance of Centennial Parade Listen to the update on any device. CLICK PLAY. Gardner as Good Regional Citizen: Mayor Nicholson detailed efforts to support the cityContinue Reading
Gardner MA Cultural Council is Seeking Funding Proposals This year, the Gardner Cultural Council will distribute about $28,000 in grants. It is accepting proposals for community-oriented arts, humanities, and science programs until the deadline of October 17, 2023. Organizations, schools, and individuals are eligible to apply for grants that supportContinue Reading
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