Successful Fall Plant and Garden Sale

The Fall Plant and Garden Sale was a success. We raised our goal of $100 for the scholarship fund.  Thanks to the many members who contributed art prints, stencilled clay pots, baked and canned goods, garden stepping stones, greeting cards, jewelry, wreaths, fabric items, bird houses and feeders, and dried hydrangea bunches.  We had many types of perennial plants available at very reasonable prices. We are a talented bunch of gardeners who have a variety of interests and arts to share! 

Celebrating the Urban Landscape

Federated Garden Clubs of CT, Inc. President Donna Nowak leads the dedication.

The Federated Garden Clubs of CT, Inc. dedicated the Children's Roof-top Garden at the CT Science Center in Hartford Wednesday, September 15, with a dedication meeting and a luncheon.  East Hampton Belltown Garden Club members JoAnn Hewett and Dianne Kimball attended the event on a beautiful, fall-like day.  The ceremony atop the 6th floor of the CT Science Center was breezy with views of the tops of Hartford's landmark buildings.  The roof-top garden includes stone and boardwalk paths, native plants, and a frog sculpture.  The delicious luncheon inlcudin chicken and salmon, lentil salad, and roasted fennel was served in a room overlooking the CT River and the Founders Bridge Promenade.  We hope all garden club members get an opportunity to see the roof-top garden at the CT Science Center and enjoy the views.

Dianne and JoAnn enjoyed the day in Hartford.

September Meeting Plant Swap & Bulb Raffle

The East Hampton Belltown Garden Club will meet Monday, September 27th at 7 p.m. at the East Hampton Public Library Community Room.  There will be a Plant Swap and a Bulb Raffle during this regular monthly meeting.  Members, former members, guests, and prospective members can bring a potted perennial for the Plant Swap.  Divide a plant from your garden to bring to the meeting and take home a new plant you've been wanting to try in your garden.  The Bulb Raffle includes species tulips, daffodils and other spring-flowering bulbs.  Everyone in attendance is eligible for the raffle. 

Plan to attend this first regular meeting of the garden club membership year.  Annual dues are $20 and include a subscription to the Federated Garden Clubs of CT, Inc. News and membership in the National Garden Clubs, Inc.

Fall Plant & Garden Sale

The East Hampton Garden Club will hold its annual fall sale on September 25th at the Saturday Farmer's market held at the Congregational Church.  The proceeds are used toward the scholarship fund presented to a graduating senior at East Hampton High School interested in conservation or horticulture.