Events and meetings on this calendar are open to the public as noted. However, all guests wishing to attend meetings must pre-register using the contact us page.
Meetings take place via Zoom or at the Pound Ridge Library, 271 Westchester Ave. Pound Ridge, NY, as noted.
Details for Zoom meetings will be sent.
Meetings take place via Zoom or at the Pound Ridge Library, 271 Westchester Ave. Pound Ridge, NY, as noted.
Details for Zoom meetings will be sent.
2023 Calendar Overview
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March
March 13 - in-person meeting (members only) Joint program with Hopp Ground Garden Club. PRGC General meeting - 9:15 a.m. Hopp Ground Guests should arrive by 10:00 a.m. carpooling from Town park is necessary due to limited parking at library. “Heirloom Moody Blues Rose Arrangement” Speaker: Trish O’Sullivan, Trish O’Sullivan Design Pound Ridge Library March 27 - Board meeting via Zoom 10:00 a.m. April April 10 - in person meeting General Meeting at 9:15 a.m. Guests can join at 10:00 a.m. “Spring Container Garden Demonstration” Speaker: Jennifer Cipriano, Owner of Copia Home and Garden Pound Ridge Library April 22 - Daffodil Bulb and Dahlia Tuber Sale at The 2023 Earth Day Every Day Festival in Pound Ridge Square , 11:00a.m.-3:00p.m.** April 27-29 Daffodil Bulb and Dahlia Tuber Sale at The Market in Pound Ridge Square , 11:00a.m.-3:00p.m.** May May 4-6 Daffodil Bulb and Dahlia Tuber Sale at The Market at Pound Ridge Square, 11:00a.m.-3:00p.m.** May 8 - in-person meeting General Meeting at 9:15 a.m. Guests can join at 10:00 a.m. “Designing for the Blue” Speakers: Blue Ribbon PRGC Members May 12-13 - Plant Sale - 11:00a.m.-3:00p.m. ** details to follow May 17 Trip to Oliver Nursery, 9:00a.m. 1159 Bronson Rd., Fairfield, CT 06824phone (203) 259-5609 carpool location TBD May 22 - Board meeting via Zoom 10:00 a.m. May 29 Pound Ridge Memorial Day Parade - meet at Pound Ridge Elementary School (11:30 a.m.) June June 12 - Informal Design Flower Show - members only “Seaside in June” - 9:15 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. June 13 - 14 Free and Open to Public at Pound Ridge Library. 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. July July 17th*- in-person meeting General meeting - 9:15 a.m. “European Design” Speaker: Lauren Chillemi, Bedford Village Flower Shoppe Pound Ridge Library July 24 - Board Meeting via Zoom 10:00 a.m. |
August
August 14th - via Zoom General Meeting at 9:15 a.m. guests admitted at 10:00 a.m. Conservation Program - “Climate Change in NY State” Speaker: Anthony Antes, Master Gardener September September 8-9 Daffodil Bulb Sale at the Market at Pound Ridge Square** 10:00a.m.- 3:00p.m. September 11 - In person meeting General Meeting at 9:15 a.m. Guests can join at 10:00 a.m. Workshop following presentation at 11:00 a.m. ------------ “Putting the Garden to Bed: Environmentally Friendly Fall Cleanup” Speaker: Ann Edmonds, Cornell Cooperative Extension Speakers Bureau, Master Gardener Volunteer “Designing with Midollino Sticks workshop”. Leader: Roxane Wasserman, PRGC member and NGC Accredited Judge September 25 - Board Meeting via Zoom 10:00 a.m. October October 16* in-person meeting, Pound Ridge Library General meeting at 9:15 a.m. - members only Workshop: - pre-registered members, friends and guests welcome at 10:00 a.m. Bring a Friend to a “Construct a Pine Cone Tree” Workshop Leader - Connie Marchetti, PRGC Flower Show Chair, Horticulture Co-Chair November November 20 - 21 - General meeting - 10:00 a.m. “Wreath/Swag Making Workshop & Luncheon” 10:00 a.m. -3:30 p.m. - members only Conant Hall, 257 Westchester Ave., Pound Ridge, NY 10576 (914) 764-4701 snow date: November 21 November 25 Wreath and Holiday Bulb Sales ** 11:00a.m.-3:00p.m. Organized by Ways and Means Committee November 27 - Board Meeting via Zoom 10:00a.m. November 27th - December 20th Third Annual: Decorate Your Mailbox Contest - Win a $50 gift Certificate (Adult and Youth categories) Open to Pound Ridge, NY Residents only December December 4* - General Meeting & Luncheon - 9:15 a.m. Induction of Officers & Luncheon (members only) Conant Hall, 257 Westchester Ave., Pound Ridge, NY 10576 (914) 764-4701 9:15 a.m. - snow date 12/9/2022 December 11* - Board Meeting and Luncheon hosted by President Mary Bailly, at her home. 12:00 noon * note change of date and time ** Proceeds benefit Civic Improvement |
schedule details
March
March
March 13
Joint program with Hopp Ground Garden Club to be held at Pound Ridge Library.
ln-person and restricted to members of the two clubs.
Business meeting at 9:15, program at 10:00.
Due to resticted parking at library and high attendance anticipated, carpooling will be required. Meet at Town park and fill cars before driving to library.
Joint program with Hopp Ground Garden Club to be held at Pound Ridge Library.
ln-person and restricted to members of the two clubs.
Business meeting at 9:15, program at 10:00.
Due to resticted parking at library and high attendance anticipated, carpooling will be required. Meet at Town park and fill cars before driving to library.
“ Heirloom Moody Blues Rose Arrangement”
Speaker: Trish O’Sullivan
Trish O’Sullivan has been one of New York City’s foremost names in floral design for the past 30 years. A Master Florist, Emmy Award Winner, and eco-friendly floral designer, she brings her Floral vision, attention to detail, exuberant love of flowers and extensive floral knowledge to her presentations.
She is Director of the New York Botanical Garden Floral Design Program, and an accomplished teacher and speaker. She has presented at the NYBG Orchid Show, designed living walls for the Nate Berkus tv show, and had her arrangements displayed in many major NYC hotels, restaurants, and commercial properties.
Trish O’Sullivan has been one of New York City’s foremost names in floral design for the past 30 years. A Master Florist, Emmy Award Winner, and eco-friendly floral designer, she brings her Floral vision, attention to detail, exuberant love of flowers and extensive floral knowledge to her presentations.
She is Director of the New York Botanical Garden Floral Design Program, and an accomplished teacher and speaker. She has presented at the NYBG Orchid Show, designed living walls for the Nate Berkus tv show, and had her arrangements displayed in many major NYC hotels, restaurants, and commercial properties.
March 21
10:00 a.m. - Board Meeting via Zoom
10:00 a.m. - Board Meeting via Zoom
April
April 10
in person only
Members at 9:15 a.m.
Guests at 10:00 a.m.
in person only
Members at 9:15 a.m.
Guests at 10:00 a.m.
“Spring Container Garden Demonstration”
Speaker: Jennifer Cipriano, co-owner of Copia Home and Garden
Jennifer Cipriano, co-owner of Copia Home and Garden, will demonstrate what to plant in your garden at this time of year. Many annuals, perennials and small shrubs can be used that will tolerate the flux in temperatures during the Spring. Jen will also share her ideas for how to artfully combine the many choices available. Many of these plants can also be replanted in the garden and are pollinator friendly.
April 22 - Daffodil Bulb and Dahlia Tuber Sale at the 2023 Earth Day Everyday Festival in Pound Ridge Square
11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
April 27 - 29 - at The Market at Pound Ridge Square. 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
April 27 - 29 - at The Market at Pound Ridge Square. 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
May
May 4-6 - Daffodil Bulb and Dahlia Tuber Sale at The Market at Pound Ridge Square, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
May 8
in person only
General meeting for Members at 9:15 a.m.
Guests admitted at 10:00 a.m. for Program
"Designing for the Blue"
Speakers: Garden Club members who won Blue Ribbons at the September 2022 Petite-Small Standard Flower will discuss how they constructed their winning entry and offer helpful tips.
May 17 - Trip to Oliver Nurseries, 1159 Bronson Rd., Fairfield, CT (203) 259-5609
carpool 9:00 location to be announced
May 22 - Board meeting via Zoom 10:00 a.m.
carpool 9:00 location to be announced
May 22 - Board meeting via Zoom 10:00 a.m.
May 29
Memorial Day Parade
Pound Ridge Garden Club members will continue their annual tradition of marching in the parade. We hope to see you there! Meet at Pound Ridge Elementary School at 11:30 a.m..
June
June 12 - Informal Design Flower Show 9:15 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. PRGC club members
"Seaside in June"
June 13 - 14 The show designs will be on display the public at Pound Ridge Library for viewing by the public
from 10: a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
from 10: a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
July
July 17th
General meeting 9:15
General meeting 9:15
" European Design"
Speaker: Lauren Chellemi, Bedford Village Flower Shoppe
Lauren and her husband, Anthony, have owned the Bedford Flower Shoppe since 2016. She studied horticulture at the New York Botanical Gardens, and previously owned Simply Gardens, a container and vegetable garden design and maintenance service. She now offers full-service floral design and delivery for everything from cut flowers and custom designs to full-blown special event planning. In addition she offers a line of ceramic pots for indoor and outdoor use with a portion of the proceeds donated to London’s Royal Botanic Gardens.
Lauren and her husband, Anthony, have owned the Bedford Flower Shoppe since 2016. She studied horticulture at the New York Botanical Gardens, and previously owned Simply Gardens, a container and vegetable garden design and maintenance service. She now offers full-service floral design and delivery for everything from cut flowers and custom designs to full-blown special event planning. In addition she offers a line of ceramic pots for indoor and outdoor use with a portion of the proceeds donated to London’s Royal Botanic Gardens.
August
August 14th*
Meeting held via Zoom
General meeting for Members at 9:15 a.m.
Guests admitted at 10:00 a.m.
Meeting held via Zoom
General meeting for Members at 9:15 a.m.
Guests admitted at 10:00 a.m.
"Climate Change in NY State"
Speaker: Anthtony Antes, Master Gardener
September
September 8-9 Daffodil Bulb Sale at The Market at Pound Ridge Square 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
September 11
General Meeting: 9:15 a.m.
Program: 10:00 a.m.
Workshop: 11:00 a.m. Immediately following presentation
General Meeting: 9:15 a.m.
Program: 10:00 a.m.
Workshop: 11:00 a.m. Immediately following presentation
“Putting the Garden to Bed: Environmentally Friendly Fall Cleanup”
Speaker: to be announced
“Designing with Middolino Sticks workshop”
Leader: Roxane Wasserman, PRGC member and NGC Accredited Judge
September 25
10:00 am - Board meeting via Zoom
10:00 am - Board meeting via Zoom
October
October 17th
9:15 - general meeting - Election of Officers, members only
10:00 - workshop -
Speaker: Connie Marchetti
9:15 - general meeting - Election of Officers, members only
10:00 - workshop -
Speaker: Connie Marchetti
Bring a Friend to “Construct a Pine Cone Tree “ Workshop
Pound Ridge Garden Club member and Flower Show Chair, Connie Marchetti, will lead a design workshop for
pre-registered members and their guests. Attendees will be able to create a decorative pine cone centerpiece.
Materials will be provided but all attendees should bring tweezers and small scissors.
pre-registered members and their guests. Attendees will be able to create a decorative pine cone centerpiece.
Materials will be provided but all attendees should bring tweezers and small scissors.
November
November 20 Snow Date, November 21
9:15 meeting,
10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. workshop
Members only
Wreath/Swag Workshop & Luncheon
Conant Hall
9:15 meeting,
10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. workshop
Members only
Wreath/Swag Workshop & Luncheon
Conant Hall
November 27*
10:00 a.m. - Board meeting via Zoom
10:00 a.m. - Board meeting via Zoom
November 27 - December 20
Fourth Annual Decorate your Mailbox Contest
This will be a contest open to all residents of Pound Ridge. Decorate your mailbox for the holidays, take a photograph and send it to the club. A drawing for a $50 gift certificate to The Market at Pound Ridge Square will be awarded to one adult entrant and a $50 gift certificate to Booksy Galore will be awarded to a youth entrant. Young children will, of course, be allowed parental help. Prizes will be awarded in January.
December
December 4 - General Meeting (members only) Induction of Officers & Luncheon
Conant Hall
10:00 a.m.
December 11 - Board meeting and luncheon
Hosted by Club president Mary Bailly, at her home. 12:00 noon
Conant Hall
10:00 a.m.
December 11 - Board meeting and luncheon
Hosted by Club president Mary Bailly, at her home. 12:00 noon