This weekend we celebrate Mother’s Day in the United States. Many of us will take a moment to thank the special caregivers in our lives who offer us their love, kindness, and support. Taking them out to celebrate? We have all the weekend fun you’re looking for at the Trustees’ many special places throughout the state. 

There are so many ways to enjoy the holiday, with unique events around the state.  From plant sales and afternoon tea to crafting and cooking classes, any time spent at a Trustees special place is sure to be memorable. 

Powisset Farm in Dover will sell seedlings on Saturday, May 11, and Sunday, May 12. At Long Hill in Beverly, join the Trustees for the 32nd Annual Long Hill Plant Sale. 

Spring is still here, and the blooms are still beautiful, even if the weather is playing tricks on us! Take in one last weekend of our flower shows at both Stevens Coolidge House and Gardens in North Andover and Naumkeag in Stockbridge. At Celebrate Spring, the Trustees offers extra after-hours options for Mother’s Day. And at Naumkeag, enjoy some afternoon tea with the scenery on either Saturday or Sunday. 

Some cards on the holidays are cheesy – and so is Cheeseboard Building with MV Cheesery at The FARM Institute in Edgartown – and in the best way. Each participant will have an opportunity to taste a variety of cheeses, enjoy learning a bit in a cheese 101, and create a take home 9 x 9 cheese grazing box of their own making. DIY Farm Gifts will run at the same time as this class, so drop off children ages 5 & up for this morning spent creating kid-made gifts.   

While you’re out enjoying our many special places with loved ones this weekend, don’t forget to stop by our farm and museum stores to pick up a memory!