Welcome Spring 2024!

John Coulon, Garden Crew Captain

March 1 is Meteorological Spring Our Thursday morning volunteer Garden Crew is uncovering emerging snowdrop and daffodil bulbs as we clear the winter away, and gather materials for our Welcome Spring Bonfire, happening March 16. March 9: Make a Sun Hat Our Memory Cafe is a monthly friendly social gathering…

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Volunteer Info Sessions 2024

Consider Volunteering with Us! View/Download our TEAM MEMBER APPLICATION Our volunteers range in age from 14 to 80+. Most are young adults fulfilling volunteer requirements for school, or retired adults appreciating a weekly social connection while helping actualize our mission and vision. Any prospective volunteer is welcome to “come and…

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Boston Bridge Meeting at MIT Sloan School of Management

Mary poses at the MIT Management Sloan School Sign

2/21/24: Mary & Beverly spoke at the Boston Bridge group, MIT Sloan School of Management Boston Bridge is a group of aging advocates and professionals supporting networking and development of emerging professionals. The MIT AgeLab is affiliated with the group. Mary was contacted to make a presentation about Rest-Stop-Ranch services….

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Winter Fun 2024

Japanese andromeda (Pieris japonica)

Let’s keep warm with loved ones and friends! Bonfire Parties! February 10, 1-4pm; Celebrate MardiGras. March 16, 1-4pm; Celebrate Spring’s Arrival. (1st Day of Spring is March 19!) All ages & abilities! Enthusiastic party people welcome! Come dressed for the outdoor party. After parking onsite, wander along wheelchair-accessible trails (boardwalk,…

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Happy & Healthy New Year 2024

Bright Yellow Witch Hazel Begins Blooming

Wishing All Peace & Joy! New Year Resolutions? Long-term caregivers in our community: Individual and Group Support is available, and free-of-charge. Schedule your 1:1 call or visit with Mary (an interfaith chaplain). Our monthly Caregiver Support Group specializes in serving the middle age caregiver losing a spouse living with Alzheimer’s…

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End of Year Giving

Winter Red Winterberry

A Very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to All! Please consider a tax-deductible donation before this 2023 year ends! Our goal is now $1,975. before the New Year ball drops! 3 Easy Ways to Donate: 1. Online – Facebook.com/reststopranch; Venmo “Rest-Stop-Ranch” 2. Check – Make payable to “Rest-Stop-Ranch”; Mail…

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December Open House & Garden Lights

American Princess Holly Shrub

Happy Holidays All! Love is all around and within us… we each have the POWER to bring a smile and warm hearts. The temps are cooling, but the fire is warm at our Caretaker’s Cottage. Please RSVP with Mary (text/phone 978-887-4202) if you plan to join us on any Saturday,…

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Giving Tuesday 2023

Raised Kitchen Garden Beds, Ready for Garden Soil!

Thanks to all who have donated to make our ADA Accessible Gardens 0.5 mile, three garden loops. Please consider a tax-deductible donation today, Giving Tuesday, or anytime this holiday season. We are currently raising $7,500 to complete the Lily Pond Overlook Patio and Forest Flowers Trail. Thanks to a generous…

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