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Activities for Social Distancing

Here at GWL, our mission is based on the belief that community engagement is essential--our work is not possible without informing, and getting input from, the public. During these uncertain times, while our office is closed and we work remotely, that belief moves front and center as we launch this blog to keep you informed of what we are working on --updates on parks, open space, and trail work, new ways to access healthy food, and actions we are taking to ensure everyone in our community fully recovers from this crises.

The Merrimack River Valley Voyagers

 

From August 7th through August 10th our Executive Director, Heather McMann, kayaked the 117 mile length of the Merrimack River along with local legislators and other community leaders. Known as the Merrimack River Valley Voyagers (#MRVVoyagers), the trip was created as a way to draw attention to the economic, environmental, and recreational opportunities and challenges that surround the river. 

An Update: Grab 'n Go Dinners - Supporting Local Businesses, Decreasing Hunger

It is good to see the state’s COVID-19 numbers dropping and the cautious movement to reopen. In the midst of all that, we are very proud to say that our innovative restaurant meals program operated way beyond its originally funded 2 ½ weeks. With additional funds raised, we were able to keep it going for a total of 10 weeks - right until restaurants were able to reopen for indoor dining last Monday, June 29.

Black Lives Matter

In the weeks since the tragic death of George Floyd, there have been renewed cries for justice in the face of the countless Black lives lost to police brutality. Protests and calls for action continue to grow. We see this as a moment to remind ourselves and our community that we will stand fast in our fight for Black and Brown lives in our city and across this country as we honor our statement of June 4, 2020: