Stones to Bones

Join Volunteer Joan Alexander on this not-so-spooky cemetery exploration. Old gravestones have gifts to offer – sculpture, stones, symbolic artwork, history, poetry and stories. Often these old gravestones are covered with lichen, moss, dirt and algae along with environmental pollutants that hide the inscriptions and artwork, as well as deteriorate the stone itself. Careful cleaning using water and simple tools reveals hidden art and prevents further deterioration. The work provides the opportunity to connect with lives lived long before and offers a rewarding sense of community service. After the program participants are invited to the Grammar school. Bring your own lunch, we will offer hot spiced cider. It is widely believed that the origins of Halloween come from Celtic Harvest Festivals. We will have materials to make a seasonal harvest doll on hand.

Participants are welcome to come in costume.
Meets at the Brownington cemetery.
Lunch and craft at the Grammar School following.