MEXICO — Elizabeth Wasson potted begonias at the grand opening of the Briar Patch Greenhouse on Thursday amid a colorful and fragrant display of flowers. The greenhouse is part of Hope Association’s effort to engage its participants and the community, and produce a profit. The association, based in Rumford, offers programs and services for people […]
Briar Patch Greenhouse
Rumford Public Library book club donates to Hope Association’s new Briar Patch Greenhouse
MEXICO — Linda French and Martha Kelly, from the Rumford Public Library Book Club, presented a check for $330 to the Hope Association in support of the new Briar Patch Greenhouse Project. French and Kelly expressed their excitement for the new Briar Patch Greenhouse, being built across the street from the Mountain Valley Middle School […]
Hope Association hosts its 42nd annual Snowmobile Ride-In
MEXICO — The Hope Association recently hosted its 42nd annual Snowmobile Ride-In at its new location at 91 Highland Terrace Road. Throughout the day, almost 70 people enjoyed rides and great food, as well as fun and fellowship. The Mexico Trailblazers Snowmobile Club, led by Nick Brown and Elliot Knox, groomed the trails, posted signs […]
Rumford greenhouse opens for the season
RUMFORD — The Briar Patch Greenhouse opened for the season Tuesday, just in time for Mother’s Day on Sunday. “Our busiest time of the year is easily when we first open,” employee Terri Irish said. “There’s Mother’s Day on May 8, and Memorial Day at the end of the month. It’s a busy time of […]