Growing Places

07/16/2026

Tickets are officially on sale!!

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the
3rd Annual Farm to Brewery Event!🍽️

We’re teaming up with Wachusett Brewing Co. for a special Farm-to-Table dinner on September 17th, 2026, from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM. Come enjoy a delicious feast made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients while celebrating community and sustainability.

It’s the perfect way to support the mission of Growing Places and enjoy a great night out with fellow food lovers.🫜

Event Details:
* When: September 17th, 2026 | 5:30 – 9:00 PM
* Where: Wachusett Brewing Co., 175 State Rd. E., Westminster

Tickets are on sale now! Grab yours here:
👉 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/3rd-annual-farm-to-brewery-dinner-tickets-1993856343998?aff=oddtdtcreator

There are also sponsorship opportunities available. Please reach out to [email protected]
To get involved 🥬

Join us for the 3rd Annual Farm to Brewery Dinner—fresh local flavors paired with craft brews in person!

07/16/2026

Get your fresh, local produce this week with
Growing Places! 🥬

We are going to be out at two locations this week and we accept SNAP and HIP benefits as well as cash and cards.

Thursday, July 16th
* Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
* Location: 326 Nichols St., Fitchburg, MA
Community Health Connections

Saturday, July 18th
* Time: 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM
* Location: 62 Waterford St., Gardner, MA
Gardner Farmers Market

Come support your local farmers and stock up on healthy, fresh food. We look forward to seeing you there!

07/16/2026

There’s nothing quite like the taste of fresh, locally grown produce! 🥦✨

We’re celebrating our amazing local farmers this week at the Waterford Market! Come stock up on the best of the season from July 13th–16th.

Here’s a taste of what’s waiting for you:
🫐 Blueberries & Broccoli from Philbin Orchard
🥬 Vibrant greens from Rattle Root Farm
🥒 Cucumbers & snowpeas from Ladybug Farm
🌿 Fresh herbs from Herb Hill Farm
🥬 Crunchy cabbage from Rock Harvest..plus plenty of summer squash!

When you shop local, you’re not just eating better—you’re strengthening our community. Come by, let us help you fill your bag, and let’s celebrate the harvest together! 👩‍🌾

📍 Find us here:
Look for the Big Red Doors on the left side of the building at 62 Waterford St., Gardner, MA. Our friendly staff is ready to help you find exactly what you need!

Don’t forget we are a SNAP/HIP provider! We also accept cash and cards!

07/14/2026

There’s nothing quite like the taste of fresh, locally grown produce! 🥦

This week at the Waterford Market, we’re highlighting the incredible hard work of our local farmers. From fresh 🫐 blueberries and Broccoli from Philbin Orchard to the vibrant greens 🥬 from Rattle Root Farm, the 🥒cucumbers and snowpeas from Ladybug Farm, and so much more, we have a fantastic selection available for July 13th–18th.

Whether you're looking for summer squash, fresh herbs 🌿 from Herb Hill Farm , or crunchy cabbage from Rock Harvest, our farmers have you covered. Supporting local means eating better while strengthening our community.

Stop by and Check out our latest selection and we will fill your basket with the best of the season. Let’s celebrate the harvest together! 👩‍🌾🥬

Go to the Big Red Doors on the left side of the building at 62 Waterford St. in Gardner,MA and someone from our friendly staff will be sure to help you!

07/14/2026

Join us this Thursday, July 16th , from 11-12pm at
Community Health Connections in Fitchburg (Burbank) 326 Nichols St.

We’ll have fresh, healthy produce sourced from our local farmers! 🍅 🥬

Don’t forget, we accept
SNAP/HIP cash and cards! 💳

All are welcome! Come and support local agriculture while enjoying nutritious food for your family.
See you there! 👩‍🌾

07/13/2026

Come shop the Waterford Market!🛍️
62 Waterford St. Gardner MA!

Get ready to fill your bags with the freshest produce from our local farms!

🛒 How It Works:
Go to the big red doors on the left side of the building and one of our friendly staff will be sure to give you a menu to shop from!

Don't miss out on the opportunity to support our local farms and enjoy fresh, delicious produce. Happy shopping!

Don’t forget Growing Places is a SNAP/HIP provider and also accepts cash and cards!

07/11/2026

Growing Places will be at the Gardner Farmers Market in one week! See you all there!! 👇🏼🥬

Just ONE WEEK until the Gardner Farmers Market returns!

We're looking forward to another wonderful morning filled with everything that makes summer in North Central Massachusetts so special.

Come shop:
🥕 Fresh, seasonal, locally grown produce
🥩 Local meats
🍞 Fresh baked breads and sweet treats
🌿 Plants and flowers
🧶 Handcrafted goods from local artisans

Plus enjoy:
🎵 Live music
📚 A children's craft with the Levi Heywood Memorial Library
🛍️ Amazing local vendors

Mark your calendar and invite a friend—we can't wait to see you!

📅 Saturday, July 18
⏰ 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 62 Waterford Street, Gardner

07/09/2026

07/09/2026

It is VERY hot and VERY dry in Mass right now! If you have had a tree planted in the past few years it very likely needs to be watered! We recommend that recently planted trees get 15 gallons a week for at least 3 years after they are planted.

07/08/2026

Thank you for your continued support!! 🥬🙌🏻

Through a partnership with the Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts, $750,000 was rapidly distributed to 16 organizations providing healthcare, housing, food security, behavioral health, education, and other essential services for our region's most vulnerable residents.
Read how this timely investment is helping nonprofits continue their vital work and strengthening our community when it matters most.
https://cfncm.org/news/stepping-up-when-it-matters-most-anonymous-donor-deploys-750-000-to-strengthen-north-central-massachusetts