Essence of Thyme Gift Shop and Cafe

09/18/2026

Congratulations to our ETC team members celebrating work anniversaries at TILL's annual luncheon at Granite Links Golf Club in Quincy! Andre Henry and Michael Summers are celebrating 5 years, and Mark Gilman is celebrating an incredible 25 years with TILL. Thank you for your continued dedication and hard work, and we're so grateful to have you as part of the ETC team!

09/16/2026

Spooky season is right around the corner and TILLShops has got you covered! 🎃💀 From "skull night lights" to “Jack-o’-Lantern bottle toppers,” our shop is stocked with fun, handmade Halloween favorites. We even have Halloween-themed “walker feet” for some extra seasonal style. Shop these and more at TILLShops.org!

09/09/2026

Sneak peek time! 👀 This Saturday, September 12th from 10am-3pm, ETC's Saturday Marketplace is back at ETC! Come check out handmade goods from our local vendors. You'll find 3D printed décor, upcycled jewelry, cozy apparel, and more.

This month's Vendor Spotlight is on Michelle Haley, who upcycles found objects into something totally new.

Her motto is "make something out of nothing"!

Swing by and see what everyone's been working on.

See you Saturday! ☀️

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day from all of us at ETC! Today we're grateful for every hand that helps build something meaningful. Thank you for the care and patience you bring to your work every day.💚

09/03/2026

Fall favorites are here at ETC! 🍂🎃

From handcrafted birdhouses with seasonal details to ETC’s Halloween button wreath, these pieces are a fun way to bring a little fall into your home. They also make great seasonal gifts!

Shop ETC’s fall favorites online at TILLShops.org

09/03/2026

Springboard is calling all singers and karaoke kings and queens for their Mix & Match! Sign up for their Karaoke Cruise, made for neurodivergent adults 21+ to meet, mingle, and connect. The event is open to the public, with limited spots that are filling up fast!

Grab your friends and meet up Sunday, September 13th from 2:15–4:30 PM at the Cambridgeside Mall Food Court. Tickets are $60 per person (rain or shine), with light snacks and a cash bar on board to keep the good vibes going.

Register today at tinyurl.com/mmcoast

Hi friends! Reach out to Nicole if you would like to attended this event! This is open for the public and Springboard members. Please share and encourage your friends to attend. It’s a great way to see what Springboard is all about! It’s a great way to meet some new friends!

09/01/2026

ETC’s Saturday Marketplace is back! 🌻

Join us Saturday, September 12th from 10 AM–3 PM at Essence of Thyme Gift Shop & Café for another day of shopping local and discovering something new.

Browse handmade creations, vintage finds, seasonal décor, unique gifts, and more from local vendors. This month, we’re also shining the spotlight on Michelle Haley, who creates unique pieces by upcycling found objects and turning “something out of nothing.” ♻️

Come shop and explore local makers! 💙
1300 Hyde Park Ave, Hyde Park, MA 02136.
Saturday, September 12th, 10 AM–3 PM

08/31/2026

The ETC ALL-STAR Dancers are taking their performances to another level! 💃🌟

They opened ETC’s Got Talent with “La Negra Tiene Tumbao” by Celia Cruz, bringing so much energy to the stage and getting the crowd involved right from the start. They came back to close the show with “Like Ah Boss” by Machel Montano and kept that same energy going until the very end.

Their performances earned 10s from the judges, and it was easy to see why! We love watching the ETC ALL-STARS continue to grow as performers and seeing them shine on stage.

08/28/2026

See ETC’s Got Talent in action! 🎤✨ Our performers brought so much energy to the stage and had the crowd cheering, singing along, and enjoying every moment. From singing and dancing to guitar performances, everyone had a chance to show off their talents.

The show ended on the best note, with everyone heading to the stage to dance together! 💃🕺

08/27/2026

ETC was the place to be yesterday for the first-ever ETC’s Got Talent Show! 🎤⭐

Our ETC ALL-STAR Dancers took the stage along with several solo performers who showed off their talents through singing, guitar performances, and dancing. After lots of practice and rehearsals leading up to the show, everyone was excited to finally perform in front of the crowd! Kingsley and Paula from TILL, Inc. community Connections, had the tough job of judging, especially with so many passionate performances to choose from.

We were excited to welcome families, Dedham staff, and a group from Cravings Cafe & Gift Shop for their first visit to ETC. They even had the chance to tour the space and check out the outdoor mural. Special thanks to Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services Service Coordinator Lisamarie Spriggs of the Greater Boston Area Office who attended and cheered on all of our performers.

Congratulations to Abbie and Ayton, who both earned the Golden Buzzer! 👏