Westfield, MA is the home of this downtown gem of a historic garden. Restored through the fundraising, hard work and dedication of concerned citizens (like myself), the garden is a joy. For more information on the history of the garden click here: http://www.grandmothersgarden.org/history.htm
As a continuing fundraising effort the Friends of Grandmothers’ Garden hosts an annual garden tour which is always a huge hit. Be certain to save some time to enjoy all of these lovely gardens!
The Tenth Annual Grandmothers’ Garden Tour will be held Saturday, June 28 and Sunday, June 29, 2008. This year’s tour, “Garden Treasures”,A 10th Anniversary Celebration, will feature local private gardens, and, of course, our own Grandmothers’ Garden. In addition to the tour, on Friday June 27, one very special destination-The Watkins Garden will be the location of the third annual “Garden Party!” Music by “Curran & Company” will delight concert-goers who will be able stroll through the exquisite gardens and enjoy refreshments.
Proceeds from the tour and concert will benefit the upcoming improvements and continued maintenance of Grandmothers’ Garden and Chauncey Allen Park-true regional assets. Friday’s concert begins at 6 PM and the weekend tour hours are 9 AM to 4 PM. All events will be held rain or shine. Tickets for the concert are $40.00. Tickets for the tour are $20.00 per person, $15.00 for seniors. Tickets for the concert and the tour are $55.00. Tickets will be available in May 2008.For more information or tickets please call Bernadette Toomey at (413)562-9404 or Joyce Bannish at (413) 569-3232 or FOGG08@comcast.com.
