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Learn about Margaret Scarsdale’s efforts to build a sustainable collaboration capable of reviving Nashoba Valley Medical Center and the new coalition forming to address the vast inequities in funding of public education in Massachusetts. Q&A to follow. Co-sponsored with the Groton Council on Aging.

Join master woodworker and GN member Jim Allen for a tour of his impressive workshop. Learn about his artistry, view his many fine pieces of furniture and his works in progress. If other woodworkers are interested, Jim will stay connected through mutual interests and development of new projects. Coffee and bagels will be served. Limit of 15. Groton Neighbor members only.

Our book discussion selection for January will be James, Percival Everett’s reimagining of Mark Twain’s classic, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, which our group read in October. James has remained solidly on best-seller lists for several weeks and just recently received the 2024 National Book Award for fiction. Praised by some, criticized by others, James has the potential to spark lively discussion. Come and let us hear your opinion. David Smith will be facilitating.

Please join Diane Hewitt and Pat Hartvigsen for an informal, weekday lunch. Hearty winter soups, bread, cheese, and dessert will be provided. Enjoy the company of new neighbors and old friends. Limit of 10.

Betsy Tyson-Smith is a licensed psychotherapist and cancer survivor. Her training and experiences helped her recognize the missing components of care for the body and soul. Come hear Betsy describe her journey as patient, person, visionary and executive director of the Virginia Thurston Healing Garden in Harvard. Zoom Link will be sent to all registrants.

No experience necessary! Please join talented floral designerand new GN member Jeanne Ciampa for this fun workshop. She will demystify the process of creating a beautiful arrangement for any occasion. Each participant will design their own spring inspired arrangement! Bring scissors or clippers and a vase. Flowers will be provided.

Rev. Elea Kemler, Minister of First Parish Church of Groton, and Dr. David Spiegelman, longtime Family Practitioner at Pepperell Family Practice, will share their combined experience and wisdom on ways we can support individuals and
families as they navigate the end of life. They will explore both the practical and spiritual questions ­— medical decision making, palliative and hospice care, and how to create meaningful rituals, traditions and celebrations of life.

Get Unstuck!
Are you having trouble finding long-lost family members? Join Alex Woodle, an experienced genealogy researcher, who was able to find his family’s origins back to the 18th century, and learn how to use online resources to break down those brick walls. This workshop is meant for those who have already started tracing their family histories.
Co-sponsored with Groton Public Library.

A Special Presentation by Mary Tibma, Groton Neighbor and Manager of Customer Engagement and Experience MA Office of Labor and Workforce Development. Are you a part of the “Sandwich Generation”? Many family caregivers are juggling the demands of a job and raising a family while caring for an elder with a serious health condition. If this sounds like you, find out if the PFML program can help. PFML offers up to 12 weeks of partial income replacement, job protections and continued health insurance coverage to caregivers who are caring for a relative with a serious health condition. Co-sponsored by the MA Department of Family and Medical Leave, Groton Neighbors, the Prescott Community Center and the Groton Council on Aging.

Enjoy a delicious farm to table luncheon with your friends and neighbors, followed by an optional tour and conversation with Joe Salisbury, the resident farmer at Gibbet Hill. Joe ensures that the menus are locally sourced and the chef shapes his menu from what is seasonally available. Entrees include a variety of salads, cheeses, meats, and soups that range in price from $15.00 to $25.00. Attendees pay for their own meals. Those participating on the farm tour should wear sturdy, waterproof shoes.

Join your friends and meet new neighbors at our Annual Member Party! Make an easy hors d‘oeuvre or dessert to share and catch up with friends. Beverages provided.