Love is all we need. Quality time together is one of 5 love languages (Gary Chapman). All are welcome, free-of-charge. Donations welcome. RSVP Required. Parking is limited. Call or text 978-887-4202.
JOIN US!
THIS WEEKEND
Saturday, Feb 8
10am – 12pm; Memory Cafe
Enjoy friendly connections at the Cottage. Make a Valentine with dried rose petals!
1pm – 4pm; Winterfest
Enjoy hospitality at the Cottage, a small outdoor bonfire, ice-skating on the pond (BYO skates). We will also enjoy a short nature walk & wheel to observe early signs of spring in the garden (Witch Hazels are first to bloom).
THIS MONTH
Thursday, Feb 13
9am – 12pm; Garden Crew resumes weekly
Volunteers in the garden.
7pm – 8pm; Caregiver Support Group
For family or friends caring for a middle-aged loved one with memory changes (on Zoom).
VOLUNTEER
Volunteer Training occurs last 2 weeks of March. Call or text 978-887-4202 to pre-register.
Are you interested in helping maintain the garden on Thursday mornings, 9am – 12pm? Garden hospitality programs begin in April, Tuesday & Thursday afternoons, 1-4pm. You could be a big help to welcome guests!
View/Download our TEAM MEMBER APPLICATION
Our volunteers range in age from 14 to 80+. Most are either 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 see” the volunteer opportunity. Seasonal volunteers usually commit to a weekly schedule, April – November.
DONATE
3 Easy Ways to Donate:
Online – Venmo “Rest-Stop-Ranch”; OR Facebook.com/reststopranch
Check – Make payable to “Rest-Stop-Ranch”; Mail to:
202 Haverhill Road, Topsfield, MA 01983
Cash – Locked Boxes Onsite
We are currently raising $20,000:
Support planting, maintaining, staffing and marketing our 4 Memorial Flower Festivals 2025 (Bulbs, Lilacs, Roses, Lilies). Thanks again to ALL who have financially contributed over the years to make our ADA Accessible Garden Trails.
With Gratitude,
The Rest-Stop-Ranch Team ~ Building access for all, with fragrant flowers and fruits within reach.