Tranquility Garden

Our Tranquility Garden is located behind the church, on what was once the playground for children attending the Presbyterian Center for Children. When the Center closed in September 2023, all that remained of the playground was a mound of soil for the children to climb on, along with an unsightly area of dying grass and weeds.

 

A member of the church envisioned transforming the area into a "tranquility garden," hoping it would become a serene space free from the demands of social media and the hustle and bustle of daily life. The goal was to create a place for relaxation, featuring elements such as water features, soothing colors, bird songs, and a clear entrance to signify the transition from the outside world.

 

On May 31, 2024, the transformation of the space began. A volunteer from the congregation provided a Bobcat, which was used to level the soil mound and remove the sod. This initiated a steady flow of contributions throughout the summer: newspapers for weed control, plants from individual gardens, funds for purchasing gravel for paths, mulch for weed management, a small sculpture, security lighting, Adirondack chairs, and assistance with digging and planting. It truly became a “friendship” garden, with contributions from both church members and non-member neighbors and friends who enjoyed watching its progress each Sunday after worship.

 

By the end of the summer of 2024, the garden was complete, and signage was added to invite everyone to enjoy the new Tranquility Garden.