Programs for 2024-2025
Most programs for 2024-2025 will meet in person at 6:30 p.m. at the Glastonbury Community Church, 113 Stancliff Road, unless otherwise noted. Masks are optional for those attending. The Executive Board continues to monitor guidelines and requirements for COVID-19.
We will have one Zoom program in January 2025 at 6:30 p.m. Our October business meeting will be on Zoom at 6:30 p.m. See below for more information.
We will have a brief horticulture demonstration at each meeting to learn how to choose and display horticulture for entry in the Connecticut Flower Show. Each month members are encouraged to bring in a plant or specimen that fits the monthly theme to share with the club.
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 6:30 p.m.
Glastonbury Community Church
Fall Gourd Decorating
Register in advance by calling 860-416-7292. Bring a small pumpkin and $8 for materials.
Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 5:00 p.m.
Home of Carole and Jay Fromer
Deck the Halls: Our Annual Holiday Party and Auction
We will gather to enjoy the season with appetizers and dessert in Carole and Jay’s festively decorated home. Bring an item for the Holiday Auction. Following dinner, we’ll participate in a fun-filled auction.
** This event is for members only**
Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 6:30 p.m.
Virtual Meeting on Zoom
Create Foundation Gardens that Say “Welcome Home” to Native Plants with Kathleen Connelly
Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 12:00 p.m.
Glastonbury Community Church
Lunch Bunch
Garden Trivia with Friends
At noon, bring your sandwich or salad and join the Lunch Bunch. Beverages and dessert will be provided by our host and co-hosts.
Snow Date will be Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 12:00 p.m.
Thursday – Sunday, February 20 – 23, 2025
Connecticut Convention Center, Hartford
Signs of Spring!
43rd Annual Connecticut Flower & Garden Show
Mark your calendar for the popular Connecticut Flower and Garden show. The show will run from Thursday through Sunday. The Federation (FGCCT) sponsors a state flower show as part of this event. Prepare to be wowed by the creativity you’ll see! Check the FGCCT website (www.ctgardenclubs.org) for updates.
Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at 12:00 p.m.
Glastonbury Community Church
***Joint Program with Hill and Dale Garden Club***
Unraveling the Mysteries of Pruning
with George Trecina
Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 6:30 p.m.
Glastonbury Community Church
Let it all Soak in – Rain Gardens
with Margery Winters
Rain Gardens are not only a wonderful opportunity for gardeners to grow a variety of plants that enjoy having wet feet, but a way to improve local water quality, reduce flooding, provide food and shelter for butterflies, songbirds and other wildlife, all while beautifying your yard. Learn where to locate a rain garden, how to build and maintain it, and what to plant in it.
Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 6:30 p.m.
Glastonbury Community Church
Common Invasive Insects
with Claire Rutledge
Saturday, May 10, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. – Noon
Chamber of Commerce Lawn
Evergreen Country Gardeners Annual Plant Sale
Mark your calendar for our annual plant sale from 9:00 a.m. – Noon on the grounds of the Chamber of Commerce on Main Street.
Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.
TBD
Progressive Dinner and Annual Meeting
We conclude our year with a Progressive Dinner featuring Appetizer Course at one member’s home, dinner at another location and dessert at a third home. Details will be announced closer to the date.