Growing Places

06/23/2026

🌳 Attention Fitchburg & Leominster Residents! 🌳
🆓 Trees!!!

Did you know that spending time among trees can significantly reduce stress, anxiety, and depression? Join us in the MA Urban Canopy Project and participate in our initiative to plant trees in our community.

🌱 Plant Trees. Grow Calm.

📞 Call now to get your free trees planted: 617.626.1514
🌐 Visit us at: https://www.maurbancanopy.org/

‼️Bonus Tip: How to Mulch Your Trees Properly!

Mulch helps retain water, build organic matter, and keep down weeds. Here’s how to do it right:

DO:✅
- Apply 3 inches of mulch in a 3-foot-wide ring around the tree.
- Keep the mulch 3 inches away from the trunk to prevent rot and promote healthy growth!

DON'T:❌
- Avoid "volcano" mulching, where mulch is piled against the tree trunk. This can lead to rot, insect damage, and poor root structure.

Let’s work together to beautify our neighborhoods while enhancing our well-being! 🌿

Mass Urban Canopy
City of Fitchburg
Leominster Community Development

06/23/2026

Sign up today‼️
👉 https://growingplaces.org/

Bring the freshest seasonal produce from our small, local farms straight to your doorstep with our Produce Home Delivery program!🚚

Our featured farmers this week include:

🥬Philbin Orchard from Sterling, MA
🍓B&B Farm from Sterling, MA
🫜Rattle Root Farm from Princeton,MA

Our food system shares are for everyone. We accept debit/credit and SNAP/HIP payment for biweekly or monthly deliveries. Visit our website for more info and to sign up today to support small, local farmers in NCMA!

Images include: Swiss Chard from Rattle Root Farm, Strawberries from B&B Farm, and Romaine lettuce from Philbin Orchards.

06/22/2026

Free Trees‼️
Fitchburg and Leominster communities ‼️

🌳 The Importance of a Healthy Tree 🌳

Investing in trees for your landscape is more than just aesthetics—it's about enhancing your property's value and enjoying numerous benefits! 🌿

Taking care of your tree during its critical growth stage can lead to:
- Increased curb appeal
- More shade to enjoy on sunny days
- Reduced risk of future branch breakage
- Proper shape and growth

Plus, don’t forget! You can receive more free trees through the GGCP! 🌱

Want to learn more? Contact Larissa Parse today at 📞 617.626.1514 or ✉️ [email protected] Let’s work together to keep our trees healthy and thriving! 🍃

Mass Urban Canopy

06/22/2026

A big thank you to the Gardner Community for your amazing support at the Gardner Farmers Market this past Saturday!

Mark your calendars for the next market on
July 18th at 62 Waterford St., Gardner, MA.
Growing Places will be there with a fantastic selection of fresh, healthy local produce! 🍅🥦

We invite you to stop by and support your local farmers. Remember, we accept SNAP/HIP benefits, as well as cash and cards.

Looking forward to seeing you all at the next market! 💚

06/22/2026

From the Waterford Market!

Get ready for a week full of fresh produce and dry goods! 🥦🥕🍓 From June 22nd to June 25th, we have an amazing selection available just for you.

Here's what you can look forward to:
🥬- Greens & Lettuce: Arugula, Spinach, Kale, and more!
🫜- Root Vegetables: Radishes, Beets, and Spring Onions.
🍓- Fruits: Fresh Cortland Apples, Strawberries, and Blueberries.
🫘- Dry Goods: Black Beans, Dried Kidney Beans, and more vegetables like Cucumbers and Broccoli.

📝 How to Order:
Go the the big red doors at the left side of the building and one of our friendly staff will be there to assist you.

Stop by and enjoy the best of local produce from our trusted farms like Rattle Root Farm, Ladybug Farm, Philbin Orchards, Herb Hill Farm, and My County Mushrooms!

Thank you for supporting local farms! 🌱✨

06/21/2026

🌱Happy Father’s Day Day from Growing Places!

🍃Today, we celebrate all the wonderful father’s and father figures in our lives. Your love, strength, and support inspire us every day. A special shoutout to our father supporters who help us in our commitment to bring healthy food to our communities and support our local farmers.

🌾To all the father and father figures in our aggregation, distribution, and farming communities—thank you for everything you do. Your dedication and nurturing spirit make a difference in our lives and the lives of those around us.

🌿Here’s to you today and every day!

06/20/2026

Today!!!! 🍅🥕🥬🫜

06/19/2026

06/19/2026

Today, we celebrate Juneteenth — a day dedicated to freedom, resilience, culture, and the ongoing fight for equity and justice. As we reflect on this significant moment in American history, let's remember the strength of our community, the importance of education, and the opportunities that pave the way for a more inclusive future for everyone.

06/18/2026

Would you love working with local youth to make a meaningful impact within the NCMA food system? You might be our next TerraCorps Youth Engagement Coordinator! Growing Places will host one TerraCorps position for the 2026-2027 service year. Message us or contact [email protected] with interest.
Visit 👉 https://terracorps.org/ to apply.