Japanese andromeda (Pieris japonica)
Bonfire Parties!
February 10, 1-4pm; Celebrate MardiGras.
March 16, 1-4pm; Celebrate Spring’s Arrival. (1st Day of Spring is March 19!)
All ages & abilities! Enthusiastic party people welcome! Come dressed for the outdoor party. After parking onsite, wander along wheelchair-accessible trails (boardwalk, brick or compacted stone), into the woods, towards the fresh water pond (less than 0.2 mi, 0 elevation gain)… Gather ’round the bonfire to meet new and old friends, enjoy light refreshments, music and dancing! Trail is friendly for baby strollers, wheelchairs, and walkers. An accessible indoor cottage provides a warming area and indoor bathroom. Our Bonfire Party will happen light rain, snow, or shine! Small group is limited to 10 cars. We include anyone living with Aging Joints/Injuries, Brian Injury, Down Syndrome, Neuro-Diversity/Autism, or Alzheimer’s/Dementia (early stage cognitive decline).
Party-goers must be able to:
– Feel socially at ease in a small group
– Display social friendliness, inclusion, & kindness
– A sense of humor is a plus!
– Anyone needing assistance must bring a care-partner
RSVP Required. Text 978-887-4202. Parking is Limited.
Bonfire area overlooks frozen lily pond
Make a Dried Flower Valentine for a Loved One
Our Memory Cafe is a monthly friendly social gathering at the Topsfield Library 1st Floor Meeting Room, 2nd Saturdays, 10am – 12pm. Pop in with your loved one living with memory changes for a cup of coffee and some friendly conversations. Next Memory Cafe is Saturday, February 10, 10am – 12pm.
Yellow Witch Hazel
Continues to Bloom
Consider Volunteering with Us!
Help with Outreach in the Community
Help in the Office on Wednesday Afternoons
Help with Therapeutic Program Hospitality
Help maintain our Wheelchair-Accessible Gardens
3 Easy Ways to Donate:
1. Online – Facebook.com/reststopranch; Venmo “Rest-Stop-Ranch”
2. Check – Make payable to “Rest-Stop-Ranch”; Mail to:
202 Haverhill Road, Topsfield, MA 01983
3. Cash – Locked Boxes Onsite
We are currently raising $7,500 to complete the Lily Pond Overlook Patio and Forest Flowers Trail. Thanks to Cummings Foundation for their generous donation of $2,000, and many individual donations this holiday season (total so far since November 1 has been $3,525). Thanks again to ALL who have financially contributed over the years to make our ADA Accessible Garden Trails (0.5 mile).
With Gratitude,
The Rest-Stop-Ranch Team ~ Building access for all, with fragrant flowers and fruits within reach.