Glory to Gardner

Here's another gift to the Class of 1960 from Judy (Heino) Collette. Judy took this picture not far from where the old Carvel Ice Cream stand used to be on Route 2A. We both thought that everyone would enjoy this reminder about the grand procession of colors as the fall season matures in New England. First, the reds and pale orange colors of the Swamp Maples in the low spots, followed by a yellowing of Hickory and Birch, and then a marooning-up of the Ash trees, with additional splashes of hurt-your-eyes orange served up by the Sugar Maples, and yellow harmony vocals provided by the Norway Maples along city streets. Those leathery brown Red Oak leaves are among the last to change and fall each year. Peak foliage season in the Gardner area is usually around Columbus day. This year, it just getting good right now.

But hey - this isn't a biology lesson. It is a invitation to you to join in our celebration of all things Gardner. We'd like to hear from you and welcome some stories or pictures that you send us. You can leave a comment (anonymously, if you prefer) or send us a story or digital image in a message you address to ghsclassof1960@gmail.com