Deep Dive Episodes – Gardner Magazine

• Templeton 10-26-25

  

  An Update with NEW Templeton Town Administrator James Ryan

  Here is a PDF of the most recent weekly report, CLICK HERE. James Ryan is in his first month as the new Town Administrator of Templeton, MA having started officially on Monday, September 29^th (contract was approved at the Select Board meeting of September 24th) and can be reached at (978) 894-2755. Jill Blood is the Executive Assistant and can be reached at (978) 894-2753. Our “Deep Dive” covers the most recent update for Templeton. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.

  Activities are detailed across various municipal departments. Administration and Finance reports on updating grant requirements, managing credit card issues, and preparing for the next Select Board meeting while the Treasurer – Collector notes tax payments and upcoming deadlines for property taxes and sewer billing. Other areas covered include road maintenance and fall clean-up, Public Safety, Development Services, Board of Health, and Community Services. It was noted that Templeton is in a Level 3 Critical Drought at this time.

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• Westminster – November ’25

  

  Article contains both a “Deep Dive” on Westminster for November 2025 and Episode 15 of the Town Crier.

  For more information on the Town of Westminster, visit the website, CLICK HERE.

  Happenings in the Town of Westminster

  The South Street Sentinel – November 2025 edition covers happenings in the Town of Westminster from Halloween through November and in to December. Complete on pdf, CLICK HERE. We also have a “Deep Dive” with the Chair Man and the Chair Lady explaining it all. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.

  Here’s what’s in the South Street Sentinel this month: A comprehensive overview of upcoming events, municipal announcements, and community news for Westminster, Massachusetts Key information includes details for the Special Town Meeting on November 18th, the due date for Property Tax Bills on November 3rd, and various ways to pay bills online. The newsletter also highlights community services, such as the Emergency Home Heating Assistance Program, updates from the Fire Department and Board of Health, and schedules for the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Days. Finally, it promotes local social events like the Thanksgiving Senior Center Dinner Dance and provides a schedule of school holidays and closures.

  Town Administrator Stephanie Lahtinen does periodic podcasts called the Town Crier. This is episode 15, “Kicking off Fall.” Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY.

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• Cannabis – Maine to Massachusetts

  

  The Problem of Illegal Cannabis Making it to Massachusetts

  This summer, Federal authorities charged 7 Chinese nationals in conjunction with an alleged multi-million dollar illegal marijuana trafficking operation. The group allegedly conspired to grow and distribute cannabis across New England using interconnected “grow houses” concealed inside single-family properties in both Maine and Massachusetts. Other allegations include human trafficking involving forced labor in the grow houses by Chinese Nationals and money laundering. Listen to a “Deep Dive” on any device, CLICK PLAY.

  Since 2024, Law enforcement has conducted over 60 raids on illegal grow houses in Maine tied to Chinese organized crime. Federal law prohibits the transportation of marijuana across state lines. The network used Massachusetts as a major market for its illegal product. Here’s more from the U.S. Department of Justice, CLICK HERE.

  LEARN EVEN MORE: WGAW Hotline Radio will have a special segment with even more detail on this subject during the Hotline Radio Show of Saturday October 25th. Hotline Radio is heard every Saturday from noon to 2pm. Usually, the first guest is Gardner Mayor Nicholson and the remainder of the program has local interviews with local officials, non-profits, and more. To listen to an archive of Hotline Radio Shows on the WGAW website, CLICK HERE. For a current listing of all talk programming, view the schedule on the home page, CLICK HERE.

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• Water Coil Settlement

  

  Gardner Magazine has a “Deep Dive” podcast with the Chair Man and the Chair Lady explaining it all, Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.

  Time to Submit a Claim as Coils Class Action Settlement is Approved in Heating Coils Case

  If you are a resident of Gardner, Massachusetts who was supplied water by the City and who had copper heating coils in a tankless hot water heating system fail and have to be replaced, you may be eligible to receive a cash payment.

  A $325,000 Settlement has been reached in a certified class action lawsuit regarding the defendant City of Gardner (the “City”) and third party defendant SUEZ Water Environmental Services, Inc. (“SUEZ”), the City’s private water system operator. The class action concerns the City and SUEZ’s supply of water to Gardner residents, property owners and businesses, which water plaintiff Janice Magliacane alleges caused copper heating coils in tankless hot water heating systems in Gardner to fail.

  Affected Gardner residents, property owners and businesses may be eligible to receive a cash payment upon the submission of a valid claim form by May 11, 2026. Here is the official court website with all the details, CLICK HERE.

  How Much will each resident get? Answer is. It depends. About 1/3, or $108,000 will go to the lawyers for the Plaintiffs. Another $15,000 will go to the named plaintiff Janice Magliacane. Additional monies will go to approved expenses. The balance of just under $200,000 will be divided among those who file claims. There is a limit to 3 coil claims per claimant.

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• Loss Awareness

  

  A “DEEP DIVE” podcast on the Hidden Crisis of Infant Loss. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.

  Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month Proclaimed in City of Gardner

  Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson and City Council President George Tyros have signed a proclamation officially recognizing Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month.

  From the Proclamation: “Pregnancy and infant loss is far too common and yet the loss is not typically recognized, however it causes a terrible emotional toll; and this devastating tragedy often occurs suddenly without warning, as a result of miscarriage, stillbirth, preterm birth, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, accident, or other causes and complications; and the citizens of Gardner wish to acknowledge the profound grief experienced by families who suffer the devastating loss of these children...”

  More Information and Resources: March of Dimes website, CLICK HERE. —- Star Legacy Foundation website, CLICK HERE — Infant Loss Remembrance Day website, CLICK HERE. — Pregnancy and Loss Support website, CLICK HERE — ChildBirthInjuries.com website, CLICK HERE

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• Deep Dive – Columbus Day

  

  A “Deep Dive” on the Columbus Day Holiday in the U.S. and other Countries

  Listen to the “Deep Dive” with the Chair Man and the Chair Lady on any device, CLICK PLAY.

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• Cannabis and Driving

  

  Driving Under the Influence of Cannabis Results in Death

  Listen to the “Deep Dive” on any device. CLICK PLAY.

  
  This “Deep Dive” concentrates on the issue of cannabis use and impaired driving, highlighting the public health and safety concerns associated with driving under the influence of marijuana. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) document emphasizes that driving while under the influence of cannabis is **illegal and dangerous, affecting brain areas that control vital skills needed for safe driving. Furthermore, a study from the American College of Surgeons (ACS) presents compelling data showing that over forty percent of drivers who died in motor vehicle crashes in one Ohio county tested positive for active Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive compound in cannabis, at levels significantly exceeding state impairment limits. Underscored is the need for greater public awareness and preventative measures concerning cannabis-impaired driving, especially since the high rate of THC positivity in deceased drivers remained unaffected by the state’s legalization of recreational cannabis during the study period.

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• Hubbardston – HubbConnect

  

  A “Deep Dive” on HubbConnect of Hubbardston, Massachusetts

  Listen to the “Deep Dive” with the Chair Man and the Chair Lady on any device. CLICK PLAY.

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• Templeton Update

  

  A Report: Town of Templeton MA

  Listen to the “Deep Dive” on any device. CLICK PLAY.

  Reports from Administration & Finance indicate reconciled accounts, payroll completion, and property research concerning exemptions and abatements. The Public Services sections summarize extensive work by the Highway department, including road repairs, sweeping, and culvert installation, while Buildings & Grounds noted cemetery maintenance and seasonal preparations like removing air conditioning units. Parks and Recreation addressed securing gymnasium space for activities, coordinating the repair of a vandalized gazebo, and conducting interviews for a Concession Manager position. Public Safety provided statistics on emergency calls and training for the Fire/EMS department, while Development Services listed upcoming meeting schedules for numerous boards and commissions, alongside project approvals and permit processing.

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• Handling Emergencies

  

  Family Emergency Preparedness

  Listen to the “Deep Dive” on any device. CLICK PLAY.

  This podcast outlines critical steps for family emergency preparedness, focusing on creating a robust plan and assembling essential supplies. It details the necessary components of an emergency supply kit, recommending items like water, non-perishable food, tools, and personal documents to sustain a family for at least three days. Furthermore, the text emphasizes developing a Family Emergency Plan that includes establishing meeting locations, creating an emergency contact system, and planning for safe evacuation or sheltering in place. Finally, there is extensive information on various emergency alert systems and methods for preparing a home against different hazards, including specialized advice for pets and animals during a disaster.

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• Harrison Cady Exhibit – Gardner Museum

  

  “DEEP DIVE”: Harrison Cady Exhibit at the Gardner Museum in Gardner MA

  Listen to the “Deep Dive” on any device, CLICK PLAY.

  This is an extensive overview of the Gardner Museum in Gardner, Massachusetts, highlighting its role as a local cultural center. It announces the opening of a significant Harrison Cady exhibit on September 28th, focusing on the acquisition and restoration of Cady’s important watercolor, Cady’s Store at Gardner Center. Also detailed is the museum’s current and upcoming programming, which includes the Fall-Winter sports exhibit and the annual Festival of Trees. There’s also practical information, such as the museum’s location, limited operating hours, and affordable admission and membership costs. The Gardner Museum’s gift shop, sells unique, Gardner-related novelty items and historical materials, including a Harrison Cady 3D print.

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• Grant Update – Gardner Public Schools

  

  DEEP DIVE: Grant Update Gardner Public Schools

  Listen to the “Deep Dive” on any device. CLICK PLAY.

  This is an overview of grants awarded to the Gardner Public Schools in Massachusetts, showing a total of $2,756,781 in grant funding for Fiscal Year 2025. This document itemizes each grant, including the grant title, the amount, the spending timeline, and the intended use of the funds; examples of uses include improving student access to high-quality education and supporting professional development. The text notes that these grants support a wide range of programs, such as early literacy, special education, and health services. Additionally, the document mentions an update on a specific Mental/Behavioral Health Grant and ongoing support from the Barr Foundation Grant.

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• Library Strategic Plan

  

  Deep Dive: Strategic Plan of the Levi Heywood Memorial Library

  Listen to the “Deep Dive” on any device. CLICK PLAY.

  Outlined and explained is the Levi Heywood Memorial Library Strategic Plan for FY2026-FY2030, which was approved by the Board of Trustees in September 2024. This plan details the library’s mission, vision, and core values, established after an extensive process involving community members, city officials, and library staff to identify needs and priorities. The strategic goals are organized into four main areas: Access to Resources, Community Connections, Programming, and Staff Development, all focused on improving library services and community engagement in Gardner, Massachusetts. Supporting data includes a survey summary indicating patron satisfaction, common reasons for dissatisfaction (e.g., inconvenient hours, limited programming, customer service issues), and preferences for expanded library hours. The methodology section explains that the plan was developed through focus groups, interviews with key leaders, and a community-wide survey, ensuring the final priorities reflect the needs of the city’s residents.

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• Hubbardston HubbConnect

  

  Town of Hubbardston MA Creates Groundbreaking Website platform for Residents

  The Town of Hubbardston officially launched its completely redesigned website and introduced HubbConnect “a groundbreaking, locally-built platform that modernizes how residents access town services while streamlining internal operations.” A Gardner Magazine “Deep Dive” podcast explains it all. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.

  The Town of Hubbardston wrote this: “Developed entirely in-house by Town staff using Microsoft 365, CivicPlus, assisted digital coding, and Power Automate, HubbConnect represents a flexible, cost-saving solution created specifically to meet the needs of a small rural community. This innovative approach eliminates the need for multiple expensive off-the-shelf systems while delivering exceptional value to residents through enhanced access and transparency”. Hubbardston website, CLICK HERE.

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• Phillipston Common

  

  Town of Phillipston Reviews Town Common Study

  The first draft of the Phillipston Town Common Study was released on June 25, 2025. Here’s a copy on pdf.

  The Town of Phillipston is asking residents for feedback through the month of July. The study itself was funded by the Community Preservation Committee and the expenditure was approved by residents at Town Meeting.

  Gardner Magazine has a “Deep Dive” podcast explaining it all. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.

  Send feedback to CAO Adam Lamontagne at this email: alamontagne@phillipston-ma.gov.

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• GPS 6-11-25

  

  Exploring Gardner MA Public Schools Improvement Plan, Student Handbook, and Bullying Policy.

  Gardner Magazine explored in detail the Gardner Public Schools 3 year Improvement Plan, the Gardner Student Handbook, and the Gardner Public Schools Bullying Policy. Each is featured in a “Deep Dive” podcast. We also feature the actual documents for your review.

  Gardner Public Schools 3 Year Improvement Plan. Document, CLICK HERE. “Deep Dive” listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.

  Gardner Public Student Handbook. Document, CLICK HERE. Unpack the crucial info with the “Deep Dive”. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY

  Gardner Public Schools Bullying Policy. Document, CLICK HERE. “Deep Dive” listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.

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• Workforce Report

  

  Inaugural Workforce Data Report Released – Explained in full-length podcast

  The Healey-Driscoll Administration has released its Inaugural Workforce Data Report. The report aggregates data from employers with 100 or more workers across both public and private sectors. The analysis is on workplace equity.

  View the complete report on pdf, CLICK HERE.

  Listen to a “Deep Dive” podcast on the subject on any device, CLICK PLAY.

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• Flood Plan

  

  FEMA has an interactive Flood Map website. As of the date of this article, the online maps still show a date of July 2, 1981, but there are some notations of modifications since then. Simply put in your location and you can easily find your home’s status, CLICK HERE. —- There is also a very useful FAQ on the FEMA website. — There is also a new online location comparing the map changes, CLICK HERE.

  For example, the current flood map for the location of Gardner City Hall can be found here.

  Gardner Flood Maps Change In July – Complete Information

  The City of Gardner is informing residents that FEMA has published updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps that will become effective July 8, 2025. According to the City, these maps are based on updated flood studies and are easier to read and interpret than the previous maps. There are various resource links below so you can get more information. Gardner Magazine has prepared a “Deep Dive” podcast which explains it all. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.

  Here is the information page from the City of Gardner with download links for all of the maps and individual map panels, CLICK HERE.

  Two things can happen if there’s a change in the status of your property when maps change. 1. For some homeowners, a flood insurance policy may no longer be required. However, it may be prudent to continue a policy as FEMA notes that up to 40% of flood damage occurs outside of the mandatory flood insurance zone. 2. Some homeowners may now be required to obtain flood insurance. However, Gardner residents facing a flood insurance payment increase may be eligible for a discount the first year and any premium increases may be capped at 18% annually.

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• Non-Profits 5-8-25

  

  For more information. Here are the website links:

  AED Foundation, CLICK HERE —- Central VNA & Hospice, CLICK HERE —- Alyssa’s Place, CLICK HERE —- Gardner C.A.C. CLICK HERE —- Mount Wachusett Community College, CLICK HERE.

  FOCUS ON NON-PROFITS – 5 podcasts about important local Gardner Organizations

  Part of Gardner Magazine’s initiative for 2025 is to profile local non-profits. We’re using our characters, the “Chair Man” and the “Chair Lady” for podcasts on the AED Foundation, Central VNA Hospice, Alyssa’s Place, The Gardner CAC, and MWCCC’s Monty the Mascot. Listen on any device. Just CLICK PLAY.

  Our intention is to profile as many non-profits this year as possible. Have a suggestion? Email News@GardnerMagazine.com.

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• Capital 4-16-25

  

  Gardner Capital Improvement Committee Looks to Future

  While some major items are being covered by the $8 million from the GES Surplus going towards projects with lives of 30+ years, there’s still plenty of capital need for the years 2026-2030. See the $8 million list The Capital Improvement Committee met on April 16^th and reviewed the long list. List of requests is included in the agenda and packet, CLICK HERE. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK HERE.

  A Google AI analysis of the agenda and packet resulted in the following “Deep Dive” from Gardner Magazine analyzing and going over all the requests. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.

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• MWCC Auto 4-16-25

  

  Gardner Magazine has a “Deep Dive” AUDIO program about this grant and the MWCC Automotive Technology Program. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.

  For more information about MWCC’s automotive program visit the following pages: Certificate Auto Techology, CLICK HERE – Gardner Automotive Technology Center, CLICK HERE. — National Science Foundation Grant, CLICK HERE.

  Trust Founded by Man from Templeton Gives Boost to MWCC Auto Technology Center

  Mount Wachusett Community College has been awarded a $100,000 grant from the George I. Alden Trust to support the first part of a three phase expansion of MWCC Automotive Technology Center. See separate article on the George I Alden Trust, CLICK HERE.

  In a Press Release, MWCC detailed how the funding will be used: “The grant will cover 29% of the funding needed for the installation of two modular classrooms, adding 2,000 square feet of instructional space to meet the increasing demand in the Automotive Technology program. This growth is driven by MWCC’s Electric Vehicle (EV) courses, launched with funding from a National Science Foundation Advanced Technological Education grant. The addition of EV training has already driven a significant increase in program enrollment, equipping students with essential skills in both traditional and cutting-edge automotive repair, including hybrid and fully electric vehicles.

  “Our automotive programs are at the forefront of industry needs, and this funding will allow us to continue offering state-of-the-art facilities and equipment for our students,” said MWCC President James Vander Hooven. “With the support of the George I. Alden Trust, we are able to expand our capacity, ensuring that more students have the opportunity to gain the skills necessary for successful careers in this rapidly evolving field.”

  Phase II will convert existing space into additional instructional areas, followed by Phase III which will focus on the renovation of the second-floor of the facility to increase student support services at the facility.

  The George I Alden Trust was established in 1912 in Worcester, MA for the purpose of the “maintenance of some charitable or philanthropic enterprises’ with specific interest in ‘the promotion of education in schools, colleges, or other educational institutions.” See Alden Trust website, CLICK HERE.

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• George Alden Trust

  

  A “Deep Dive” in to the George I Alden Trust – MWCC Granted $100,000

  
  The George I Alden Trust was established in 1912 in Worcester, MA for the purpose of the “maintenance of some charitable or philanthropic enterprises’ with specific interest in ‘the promotion of education in schools, colleges, or other educational institutions.” Listen to the Gardner Magazine “Deep Dive.” on any device, CLICK PLAY.

  On April 16, 2025, Mount Wachusett Community Collage announced it had been awarded $100,000 towards its Automotive Technology Program, see separate article, CLICK HERE.

  George I. Alden has Greater Gardner MA Roots, growing up in Templeton.

  George Alden was a man of the Industrial Revolution who was educated at Harvard’s Lawrence School of Science. He was a New Englander who grew up in Templeton, Massachusetts, and earned money for college in the furniture factories of nearby Gardner. To quote one biographer, ‘serious himself, he expected everybody else to be, believing more in practice than in precept… .’

  Alden came to Worcester in 1868 to teach at the newly established Worcester Polytechnic Institute. For 28 years he headed WPI’s Mechanical Engineering Department. Alden and his colleague, Milton Higgins, achieved national recognition in the 1880s and 1890s for their skillful and compelling advocacy of an engineering education that combined practice with theory. Their graduates, able to lead in the industrialization of America, were, in Alden’s words, ‘entitled to be called gentlemen in the original and derivative sense of that word.’ George Alden lived from 1843 to 1926. The trust was established in 1912.

  George I. Alden Trust – In 2024, to the total of over 11 million dollars, the George I. Alden Trust supported Higher Education, Secondary Schools, Education related organizations primarily in Worcester, and YMCAs. It also gave $15,000 individual grants to almost 3 dozen other organizations. Details, CLICK HERE. – Website CLICK HERE.

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• Deep – Parks etc.

  

  Deep Dive with the Chair Man and Chair Lady – Parks, Trails, and Recreation

  Spring is here and people will be heading for the outdoors. This program examines and details the parks, trails, and recreation opportunities in Gardner. There are more than you think. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.

  In this episode of our “Deep Dive” series, Gardner Magazine covers 22 different Gardner locations including Alisauskas Conservation Area, Bailey Brook Conservation Area and Park, Cowee Pond Open Space, Crystal Lake Park, Dunn Pond State Park, High Ridge Wildlife Area, Lake Wampanoag Wildlife Sanctuary, Monument Park, North Central Pathway, Perley Brook Reservoir, Rome Conservation Area, Jackson Playground & Skatepark, Bickford Playground, Pulaski Playground and Dog Park, Greenwood Playground, Ovila Case Playground, Greenwood Outdoor Pool and Spray Park, Park Street Park, Orpheum Park, Maki Park, the Municipal Golf Course, and the Waterford Community Center. — More “Deep Dive” Episodes, CLICK HERE.

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• Deep – Council Rules

  

  Deep Dive with the Chair Man and Chair Lady – Rules of the Gardner City Council

  In this episode of our “Deep Dive” series, Gardner Magazine covers the rules of the Gardner City Council. The discussion seeks to explain the rules in layman’s terms. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.

  This Deep Dive is based on an actual document, the Rules of the Gardner City Council as of 2-3-25 – CLICK HERE for PDF.

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• Deep – Biosolids

  

  Deep Dive with the Chair Man and Chair Lady – Landfilling Biosolids

  In this episode of our “Deep Dive” series, Gardner Magazine covers an EPA report on Landfilling Biosolids, featuring the Pros and Cons as laid out by the EPA. With all of the discussion and public comment on the possible expansion of the Gardner MA Sludge Landfill, we thought it was a great topic to explore. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.

  Gardner Magazine published the actual report this Deep Dive is based on , CLICK HERE.

  Gardner Magazine had a previous article on Sludge Facts covering additional aspects of the Sludge issue, CLICK HERE.

  

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• BioSolids – Incineration

  

  Deep Dive with the Chair Man and Chair Lady – Incineration of Biosolids

  In this episode of our “Deep Dive” series, Gardner Magazine covers an EPA report on Incineration of Biosolids, featuring the Pros and Cons as laid out by the EPA. With all of the discussion and public comment on the possible expansion of the Gardner MA Sludge Landfill, we thought it was a great topic to explore. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.

  Gardner Magazine published the actual report this Deep Dive is based on , CLICK HERE.

  Gardner Magazine had a previous article on Sludge Facts covering additional aspects of the Sludge issue, CLICK HERE.

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• Biosolids – Land Application

  

  Deep Dive with the Chair Man and Chair Lady – Land Application of Biosolids

  In this episode of our “Deep Dive” series, Gardner Magazine covers an EPA report on Land Application of Biosolids, featuring the Pros and Cons as laid out by the EPA. With all of the discussion and public comment on the possible expansion of the Gardner MA Sludge Landfill, we thought it was a great topic to explore. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.

  Gardner Magazine published the actual report this Deep Dive is based on , CLICK HERE.

  Gardner Magazine had a previous article on Sludge Facts covering additional aspects of the Sludge issue, CLICK HERE.

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• Deep Charter

  

  Deep Dive with the Chair Man and Chair Lady – Gardner City Charter

  In this episode of our “Deep Dive” series, Gardner Magazine covers the Gardner City Charter as updated as of January 2, 2025. The discussion lays out the Chair City’s operating system and explains how things work under the hood. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.

  Review the actual Gardner City Charter profiled in this “Deep Dive – Gardner City Charter”. CLICK FOR PDF.

  

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• Blake – Election

  

  Deep Dive with the Chair Man and Chair Lady – Blake and the Upcoming Election

  In this episode of our “Deep Dive” series, Gardner Magazine covers the announcement of Kimberly Blake to run for Councilor at Large and also the details of the upcoming election process. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.

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• DEEP DIVE – Gardner Concise Overview

  

  Deep Dive with the Chair Man and Chair Lady – Gardner Concise Overview

  In this episode of our “Deep Dive” series, Gardner Magazine provides an overview of the City of Gardner, Massachusetts. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.

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• DEEP DIVE – Gardner Curriculum

  

  Deep Dive with the Chair Man and Chair Lady – Gardner Curriculum

  In this episode of our “Deep Dive” series, Gardner Magazine covers the Public Schools of Gardner Curriculum 2021-2026 Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.

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• Deep Dive – Gardner History and Attractions

  

  Deep Dive with the Chair Man and Chair Lady – Gardner History and Attractions

  In this episode of our “Deep Dive” series, Gardner Magazine covers the City of Gardner History and Attractions. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.

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• Residential Fire Prevention

  

  Deep Dive with the Chair Man and Chair Lady – Residential Fire Prevention

  In this episode of our “Deep Dive” series, Gardner Magazine covers Residential Fire Prevention. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.

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• Deep – Historical Documents

  A Deep Dive with a discussion about each of the following important documents:

  Declaration of Independence

  

  Constitution of the United States

  

  Constitution of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

  

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Around the Towns – Pages

• Event List

  Month	2025 Events at a Glance
  January	11th – Gardner Relay for Life First Lap. Visit Gardner Relay for Life page. Relay for Life 2025 is Friday June 13, 2025
  February	17th – Presidents Day – City Hall and various town offices are closed 17th – Random Act of Kindness Week 23rd – PACC Polish Drive Thru 11am to 2pm – Meals are 15 dollars 24th – Planned snow removal in Downtown Gardner with Parking Ban 7am to 3:30pm
  March	5th – Gardner Museum opens for the season, Website. 30th – Higher prices go in to effect on April 1 for Flower pot sponsorships in Gardner – only $150 until then. 31st – Dog License Registration closes in Gardner. Register dog before this date. License page
  April	6th – Projected opening day for Rietta Flea Market (weather permitting) Website 23rd – Earth Day Expo: Growing Business, Nurturing Fixtures Gardner PACC open to public 6-7:30pm – More details — all Chamber listed events 24th – Greater Gardner Health and Wellness Fair 5-7pm at Perry Auditorium in Gardner City Hall 26th – Saturday – Purple Paws Fundraiser 9:30am-noon at Pulaski Dog Park, Gardner Flyer, CLICK HERE.
  May	17th – first monthly Farmers Market for 2025 at Waterford Community Center. Website 31st – Saturday – Gardner City-Wide Yard Sale Article Email to submit addresses is: shopportunity5@yahoo.com
  June	13th/14th – Greater Gardner Relay for Life at MWCC. Complete Schedule. 19th: Juneteenth 21st – Small Business Saturday and Happy Birthday Gardner Festival. Website. 21st – Farmers Market at Waterford Community Center. Website 21st – Fireworks at PACC . Bands at PACC and Lithuanian Beach Club.
  Ongoing Music	Summer Concert Schedules: Monument Park – PACC – Lithuanian Beach Club
  July	11th – GAAMHA 4th Annual Golf Tournament 12th – 2025 Gardner Food Truck Festival
  August	6th: National Night Out
  September	27th – Fabulous Fall Festival and Oktoberfest – Downtown Gardner
  October	16th – Earth Day Expo: Growing Business, Nurturing Fixtures Gardner PACC open to public 6-7:30pm – More details — all Chamber listed events 31st: Halloween
  November	27th: Thanksgiving
  December	25th: Christmas Day
  Add Event	Email: News@GardnerMagazine.com

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