Committees
Executive Board
President - Gaye Ridgway
Vice President - Barbara Victor
Treasurer - Martha Nesmith
Corresponding Secretary - Phyllis Aaron
Past President - Vicki Menke
Parliamentarian - Lisa Olson
Serenity Garden
Plan, design, implement and maintain the Serenity Garden at the Anderson Cancer Institute on the Memorial Health Hospital campus. Members are assigned monthly rotation to help with all aspects of garden maintenance.
Chairs: Amanda Dorman
Martha Nesmith
Pollinator Garden at
Sparrow Field
We supply both financial and volunteer support to the Pollinator Garden. The berm is alive with native plants that attract a multitude of pollinators. The site also has bee hives and is used for research. Members help maintain by contributing one or two hours on Friday mornings throughout the year.
Chair: Dawn Cordo
Bethesda Academy
We plant and maintain the light most and Chapel flower beds at Bethesda, a private school that serves young men who respond well to small classes, a structured environment, and a strong sense of community.Monthly work sessions are scheduled for members to perform gardening projects on the site.
Chairs: Kathy Collura
Skidaway Farms
Growing Food for the Hungry
Members plant and maintain a garden plot at Skidaway Farms and donate the produce to an organization which provides meals to the homeless.
Chair: Phyllis Aaron
Birds & Conservation
Promotes appreciation for birds and habitats through education, awareness and conservation efforts.
Holiday Decorating
Creating and installing annual Holiday Decorations at The Landings Community Gates.
Chair: Pat Barry
Fundraising
Supports the Garden Club’s mission by developing fundraising opportunities and coordinating special fundraising efforts.
Chair: Beth Weathers
Awards
Documents Garden Club activities and accomplishments for submission to district, state, and national award programs.
Chair: Vicki Menke
Yearbook
Creates and maintains the annual yearbook to keep members informed about Garden Club programs, activities, and membership.
Chairs: Gayle Ridgway
Angie Stewart
Charitable Gifts
20 plus organizations benefit from the Club's Charitable Gift Program annually.
Chair: Martha Nesmith
Membership
Follow the red brick road to the Garden Club! The Membership Committee welcomes new members and helps members stay connected and engaged in Garden Club activities.
Chair: Angie Stewart
Tablescapes & Floral Design
Creates floral arrangements for monthly membership meetings and special Garden Club events.
Chair: Donna Slappy
Publicity
Promotes Garden Club activities, events, and accomplishments through local media and community outreach.
Chair: Joni Brownstein
Newsletter
Keeps members informed through newsletters featuring Garden Club news, programs, events, and activities.
Chair: Linda Moore
Horticulture
Provides educational programs and activities that promote an appreciation and understanding of horticulture.
Hospitality
Provides refreshments and a welcoming atmosphere for monthly membership meetings.
Chair: Jen Johnson
Social Media
Shares Garden Club activities, events, and highlights through social media to keep members and the community informed and engaged.
Facebook Chair: Diane Benson
Website Chair: Gayle Ridgway
Instagram Chair: Gayle Ridgway
Community Service
Collects needed items and donations to support local charities and community organizations.
Chairs: Georgia Klautzer
Programs
Plans engaging monthly meetings by coordinating speakers, educational programs, and activities for members.
Chairs: Barbara Victor
Judi Painter
