Inviting Wildlife into Your Garden
Laurie Bebick
June 23, 2026
Social time 7pm * Meeting time 7:30pm
at Sacred Heart Parish Hall, 62 School St, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA
Ecosystems are becoming fragmented. Pollinator numbers are decreasing. And climate change is a reality. As gardeners, we need to create safe havens for our local wildlife. One way to do that is to provide food, water, and shelter. Learn simple ways to adapt your garden and gardening habits to welcome all sorts of our fellow creatures.
Laurie Bebick, a graduate of the Mass. Master Gardener Training Program and a long-time gardener, has been fascinated by nature her whole life. A practicing fine artist, Laurie approaches gardening as both art and science, always with an eye toward supporting nature’s creatures. When not working as a Certified Vet. Tech., Laurie can be found in her home garden (called Catmoon Haven), spying on and greeting the flora and fauna.
The 2026 Plant Auction & Sale: May 26!
Thank you for attending our annual event!
At the Sacred Heart Church, 62 School Street, Manchester
The sale of pre-priced items starts at 6:00 PM, and the auction starts at 6:30 PM!
Plants * Bulbs * Ground covers * Bushes * Flowering trees * and more! Plus— garden tools, planters, plant art, pots, garden furniture and garden whimsy! Learn more on the Special Events page!
Monthly Program Listing for 2025-2026…
click here to view!
NSHS monthly meetings are held on Tuesday evenings at Sacred Heart Church, 62 School Street, Manchester, MA. Please see our Monthly Programs schedule for specific dates, times and topics!
If you are interested in becoming a NSHS member, please go to our Membership page or call 978-238-8773 for more information. And, please stay safe and healthy!
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We Love to Garden
We’re glad you’re here. There’s lots to see!
We’re all about learning from and with others. We do this in several ways, but mostly through our monthly programs held from September to May each year. We also enjoy special events such as field trips, virtual garden tours, annual plant sales and auctions, and an annual harborside picnic. Visit the PROGRAMS & EVENTS section to learn more.
Our monthly presentations are packed with valuable facts and tips for the gardener. This information is always available by going to NEWS & INFORMATION.
Interested in joining or learning more about us? Just visit the MEMBERSHIP section. Here you’ll find a list of member benefits, a registration form, and ways to contact us.
So, please explore our site. We hope you’ll find out why we say, “We love to garden!”
Get In Touch
There’s more than one way to contact us!
Mailing address: PO Box 171, Manchester, MA 01944
Meetings address: Sacred Heart Church, 62 Church Street, Manchester, MA 01944
Find us on Facebook!
NorthShoreHorticulture@gmail.com
(Please note: We are an all-volunteer organization.
It may take several days for us to respond to your question.)
Or, call us at (978) 238-8773.
We'd be happy to answer any questions you might have, or to assist you as best we can.
