2024-2025 River Walk Garden Club Meetings
Here's a heartfelt look back at the wonderful meetings held by the River Walk Garden Club throughout the year. Whether the gatherings were informative or creative, they were always enriched by the warmth of good friends and the joy of shared community. Each meeting, filled with laughter and camaraderie, stands as a testament to the strong bonds and cheerful spirits of our club members.
September 2024 Meeting
To launch an exciting new year of garden club activities, our September 2024 meeting was a delightful Ice Cream Social! The event was a perfect blend of reconnecting with past members and extending a warm welcome to new members and guests.
The Ice Cream Social was more than just a treat for our taste buds; it was a heartwarming gathering that set the tone for a year filled with exciting projects, educational sessions, and community building. The enthusiasm and camaraderie of the group were palpable, making it a truly memorable start to the new garden club season.
Here’s to a fantastic year ahead, nurturing both our gardens and our friendships!
The Ice Cream Social was more than just a treat for our taste buds; it was a heartwarming gathering that set the tone for a year filled with exciting projects, educational sessions, and community building. The enthusiasm and camaraderie of the group were palpable, making it a truly memorable start to the new garden club season.
Here’s to a fantastic year ahead, nurturing both our gardens and our friendships!
October 2024 Meeting
The River Walk Garden Club was captivated by the wealth of knowledge shared by our guest speaker, Linda Baskerfield, a Chesapeake Master Gardener. Linda's presentation on creating stunning fall-themed container gardens.
With a mix of expertise and passion, Linda walked everyone through the step-by-step process of designing and assembling the perfect autumn container garden. She emphasized the importance of selecting the right combination of plants that thrive in cooler weather, such as hardy mums, ornamental kale, and vibrant pansies. Attendees learned invaluable tips on soil preparation, drainage, and the optimal placement of plants to ensure a healthy and visually appealing arrangement.
It was an enlightening and motivating session that highlighted the joy and creativity of gardening in the fall season.
With a mix of expertise and passion, Linda walked everyone through the step-by-step process of designing and assembling the perfect autumn container garden. She emphasized the importance of selecting the right combination of plants that thrive in cooler weather, such as hardy mums, ornamental kale, and vibrant pansies. Attendees learned invaluable tips on soil preparation, drainage, and the optimal placement of plants to ensure a healthy and visually appealing arrangement.
It was an enlightening and motivating session that highlighted the joy and creativity of gardening in the fall season.
November 2024 Meeting
The November meeting of the River Walk Garden Club was a joyous celebration of creativity and holiday cheer! Members rolled up their sleeves and dove into a hands-on project, crafting beautiful luminary pieces that would add a warm and festive glow to any home.
Gathered around tables adorned with a delightful array of crafting supplies, everyone was buzzing with excitement and inspiration. The club members, armed with mason jars, twinkling fairy lights, and a variety of decorative elements, set to work under the gentle guidance of our expert crafters. The room was filled with laughter, chatter, and the soft sounds of scissors snipping and glue guns humming.
As the luminaries began to take shape, each piece uniquely reflected the personal flair and artistic vision of its creator. Some members opted for a classic winter wonderland theme with snowflakes and icicles, while others embraced vibrant colors and whimsical designs. The creativity was truly boundless!
It was a meeting to remember, and the perfect way to kick off the holiday season with creativity, community, and a touch of magic
Gathered around tables adorned with a delightful array of crafting supplies, everyone was buzzing with excitement and inspiration. The club members, armed with mason jars, twinkling fairy lights, and a variety of decorative elements, set to work under the gentle guidance of our expert crafters. The room was filled with laughter, chatter, and the soft sounds of scissors snipping and glue guns humming.
As the luminaries began to take shape, each piece uniquely reflected the personal flair and artistic vision of its creator. Some members opted for a classic winter wonderland theme with snowflakes and icicles, while others embraced vibrant colors and whimsical designs. The creativity was truly boundless!
It was a meeting to remember, and the perfect way to kick off the holiday season with creativity, community, and a touch of magic
December 2024 Meeting
The final gathering of 2024 was a splendid celebration, our beloved traditional wine tasting event exclusive to River Walk Garden Club members. This festive affair was all about cherishing friendship, indulging in delectable food, and savoring exquisite wines. The evening sparkled with laughter, delicious bites, and joyous cheer, creating the perfect ambiance for memorable moments and heartfelt connections.
January 2025 Meeting
The January meeting for the River Walk Garden Club was such a treat as we were whisked away to the vibrant fields of Amsterdam, thanks to our lovely member June Harvey. She led us on a captivating "virtual tour" of her tulip bulb adventure. The delightful photos and fascinating information she shared had us all dreaming of our own tulip-filled journeys!
Could there be a more colorful and inspiring way to kick off the year? We think not!
Could there be a more colorful and inspiring way to kick off the year? We think not!
February 2025 Meeting
The February meeting of the River Walk Garden Club was an unforgettable hydrangea extravaganza! We had the pleasure of welcoming Scott Blair from the Norfolk Botanical Garden, who enchanted us with his profound passion and expertise on hydrangeas. The room was buzzing with excitement as 36 enthusiastic members and guests gathered to soak in every bit of knowledge about this stunning flower with an Ask the Expert Q&A afterwards to help members with this plant in their garden.
