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“Our students love it when the Butterfly Lady comes to visit! Since installing the Monarch Waystation in 2018, we have found eggs and been raising Monarchs each season. Engaging in the lifecycle through our very own ecosystem has provided endless learning opportunities for our students. Suzanne is so engaging, patient and knowledgeable, her annual visits are always a highlight of our school year.”
Head of School, Devereux School
“Suzanne consulted with me for the garden at Abbott Skilled Nursing in Lynn over a year ago. Meeting with her was fun, educational, and productive. Now in our second summer of native plant gardening, our beds are filling in beautifully, providing beauty, interest, and opportunities for pollinators while our seniors enjoy the flowers and greenery. Since we have a lean budget, I do much of the gardening myself, with some help from experienced elders. The garden space behind our building is a highlight of the home.”
Naomi, Social Worker
“Suzanne lead our 2nd-grade Girl Scout troop in earning their Bugs Badge. She planned and facilitated a captivating meeting that sparked curiosity in each of them. The highlights were the live butterflies, hands-on craft, and a visit to a local pollinator garden. Her expertise and passion for the natural world are truly inspiring. Thanks to Suzanne, the scouts developed an appreciation for the world of insects and their importance in the ecosystem.”
Leader, Swampscott Girl Scout Troop 70359
“My garden honestly would not be thriving without Suzanne's advice, guidance and inspiration. Not only did she give me step by step instructions of how to set up my raised vegetable bed, she sent me links and told me exactly how much of each product to purchase. My garden is producing more vegetables that we can handle, and we often give away produce to friends and family! She is a pleasure to work with, and no question is too stupid for her (even when I felt ridiculous asking). Everyone should have a person like Suzanne in their life!”
Lynne, Swampscott Gardener
“Suzanne's expertise truly guides our garden and planting each season. Her knowledge is informative, sourced, and helpful. Her explanations help us to better understand how and why we should take (or in some cases not take) specific actions, and because of her leadership, our community gardens continue to produce over 2,000 pounds of produce for food pantries and group homes in the North Shore area.”
Executive Director, SPUR
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