Saturday, May 17, 9:00am – 12:00pm, Maynard/Clinton Elks Parking Lot, 34 Powdermill Rd.
If you’ve ever strolled the streets of downtown Maynard during the spring, summer, or fall months, you’ve no doubt seen the beautiful sidewalk planters filled with gorgeous combinations of colorful flowers and intriguing plant varieties. Fondly known as “buckets,” these cheerful plantings are uniquely designed and lovingly cared for by members of the Maynard Community Gardeners. Admired by locals and visitors alike, the sidewalk buckets contribute to the picturesque, small town vibe that makes Maynard feel like home to its residents and attracts those looking for a fun and inviting destination for shopping, music, art, dining, and so much more.
The Plants Always Sell Fast at the MCG Plant Sale
Rain or shine, each year people start lining up well before 9:00 on the morning of the plant sale for the best selection of flowers, vegetables, hanging plants, perennials, annuals, herbs, and shrubs. This is an excellent opportunity to stock up on plants that flourish locally, at bargain prices! There is also a small flea market of deeply discounted garden-related tools and items. Get there early, and get ready to spruce up your yard this spring!
MCG Now Entering Its Fourth Decade
Established in 1995, the Maynard Community Gardeners began as a small but determined group of volunteers who planted a garden at the corner of Maple and Summer Streets. Now known as Maple Brook Park, this garden has expanded and flourished over the years, thanks to the dedication and devotion of enthusiastic MCG members who plant and maintain not only the park, but also the sidewalk buckets and the many other town beautification projects around Maynard, including the Alleyway Garden (off Nason Street next to the The Outdoor Store), the Triangle Garden (at the intersection of Nason and Main Streets), and the gateway planters at the town lines, including Erickson’s Ice Cream.
Everyone is Welcome
The Maynard Community Gardeners welcomes everyone interested in gardening, from beginners to experienced gardeners. MCG members are passionate about gardening as a way to bring people together, beautify the town, and bring joy to all who live in, work in, and visit Maynard. MCG membership dues are just $20 annually; members enjoy a variety of benefits and events throughout the year, such as free passes to New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill, MCG member garden tours, classes, workshops, and the annual Member Appreciation Breakfast.
There’s no minimum time commitment to be a MCG member; join today and be as involved as you want or as your schedule permits. To join the Maynard Community Gardeners or learn about membership and past and current projects and offerings, check out the MCG website at www.maynardcommunitygardeners.org. Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest updates on the plant sale, plus member happenings all year round!