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Date: 10/14/2025
Subject: Your Midmonth Village Update 10.15.25
From: Greater Newburyport Village




 
                  (978) 206-1821

   
Your Midmonth Village Update
 

October 15, 2025   

Dear Villagers,
  
In 2021 Villagers created a garden in hardened soil on the rail trail along the Merrimack River. The work required turning over the cement-like ground, bringing in topsoil, planting hardy pollinator plants that would withstand proximity to the river and strong winds, and watering throughout dry spells every summer (thank you, members Clarice and Benedict Andreozzi!).


Photo: Chris Morton
  

                             Photo: Maria Sterk
Click here for more photos of the Village garden.

Well established now, you can visit the Village garden that sits across from the osprey sculpture. Member Maria Sterk tends the garden, weeding, snail watching, adding colorful flowering plants, and greeting walkers, who often express their appreciation as they enjoy the beauty of our Village garden.


Upcoming Village Events

Note: If you cannot attend an event you registered for, remember to make room for someone else by canceling either from the calendar or by calling (978) 206-1821. 

Save the Dates (not on the calendar yet, details in the next Update):

  • Friday, December 5 (5:00 - 7:30 PM): Village Holiday Party at Michael's Harborside
  • Wednesday, December 17 (noon): Village Talk TBD

A Little Humor             



Villagers Share
Do you have an item you want to donate, lend, or borrow? Email services@greaternewburyportvillage.org and include your name, phone number, the item description, and whether you want to donate, lend, or borrow it.


Important Reminders

  • When requesting services, please...
    • Call the Village number (not a volunteer directly) between the hours of 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
    • Call 48 hours prior to the date of service to give volunteers time to respond.
  •  If you need help with groceries, call the Village to request a Market Basket gift certificate.
  •  Click here if you have an interest you'd like to share with other Villagers.
Best regards,
The Greater Newburyport Village

    Greater Newburyport Village
        

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