By Jennifer Purcell

On Saturday, September 16, residents of Somerville gathered at The Growing Center’s garden oasis for a fairy-themed event for children and adults of all ages, the Gathering of the Fairies. Attendees were encouraged to dress up as their favorite fairies and immerse themselves in the world of imagination as they turned the beautiful garden into their playground.

Several volunteers showed up with a variety of crafting materials that were used to make fae-related objects such as magic wands and fairy houses, alongside a face-painting station that was a huge hit amongst the children.

Children were also encouraged to not only use the crafting materials that were provided for their projects but also to use the tools that were provided by nature, such as branches, leaves, rocks, and seashells.

The event ran from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m., providing attendees with more ample time to express themselves and fully immerse in the world of the fae.

The Somerville Community Growing Center, an organization that is run entirely by volunteers, has striven to build their community through hosting educational programs and events since the year 1993 as well as striven to make others feel welcome, a goal that they were certainly able to achieve this past Saturday.

For a full list of fall events at the Somerville Community Growing Center, go to: https://www.thegrowingcenter.org/.