Highlights from Our Annual Holly Day Party at the West Tisbury Agricutural Hall
It was a joyful evening as members donated over 100 items to the Island Food Pantry and contributed to The Red Stocking Fund, spreading smiles and goodwill all around!
It was a joyful evening as members donated over 100 items to the Island Food Pantry and contributed to The Red Stocking Fund, spreading smiles and goodwill all around!
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Seasonal Fun with Floral Design
In early December, enthusiastic MVGC members learned the art of creating wreaths from scratch and designed their own unique creations! It’s just one more reason to enjoy all that MVGC has to offer. Join us and unleash your creativity—don’t miss out in 2025!
See below to learn more about Floral Design Workshops for MVGC members to be held in January and February.
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Winter Floral Design Events for Members Only
“A Wintry Mix” Floral Design Demonstration and Soup for Lunch Too!
12noon Tuesday, January 14th at the Wakeman Center
Nancy will demonstrate how to create a floral arrangement from foraged materials available in the winter. Island artist and Garden Club member, Kanta Lipsky will also discuss color, proportion, textures and inspirations with Nancy and attendees. A light lunch of soups will be served to warm us up on a January day!
Valentine’s Day Workshop
12noon Saturday, February 8th at the Wakeman Center
We will hold our second annual Valentine’s Day workshop on Saturday, February 8th with flowers from Morrice Florist. Maximum of 16 participants. Watch for email to sign up. Cost is $35.00.
Contact Jayne Isford via [email protected] with questions.
“A Wintry Mix” Floral Design Demonstration and Soup for Lunch Too!
12noon Tuesday, January 14th at the Wakeman Center
Nancy will demonstrate how to create a floral arrangement from foraged materials available in the winter. Island artist and Garden Club member, Kanta Lipsky will also discuss color, proportion, textures and inspirations with Nancy and attendees. A light lunch of soups will be served to warm us up on a January day!
Valentine’s Day Workshop
12noon Saturday, February 8th at the Wakeman Center
We will hold our second annual Valentine’s Day workshop on Saturday, February 8th with flowers from Morrice Florist. Maximum of 16 participants. Watch for email to sign up. Cost is $35.00.
Contact Jayne Isford via [email protected] with questions.
Preview of MVGC Member Monthly Meeting Programs for 2025
February 18th, Master Gardener Nancy Brais, an experienced educator with the Massachusetts Master Gardener Association (MMGA), will present an informative talk on Gardening Ergonomics at an upcoming hybrid meeting. Her lecture, delivered via Zoom, offers members the flexibility to attend either in person or remotely. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn practical tips for gardening with ease and comfort!
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March 18th, Rich Couse, Program Director at BiodiversityWorks, will present an engaging talk on the Natural Neighbors program. With an extensive background in conservation biology and environmental sciences, Rich brings valuable expertise to this initiative, which focuses on fostering connections between people and local biodiversity. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from his deep knowledge and passion for preserving our natural world!
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April 15th, Master Gardener Kathi Gariepy, a Lifetime Master Gardener with the Massachusetts Master Gardener Association (MMGA), will present an engaging talk on Container Gardening. Kathi brings extensive experience as a member of the MMGA Speakers’ Bureau and has held several leadership roles within the organization, including Vice President and Chair of the Master Gardener Advisory Board. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a true gardening expert!
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May 13-14th, Tom Clarke, former curator at Polly Hill Arboretum and current Director of the Mount Holyoke Botanic Garden, will deliver an enlightening talk on Rhododendrons and Azaleas. The following day, he will lead a guided tour of the Polly Hill collection, offering a unique opportunity to explore these stunning plants with an expert. Don’t miss this two-part event!
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Stay tuned for more information..Renew your membership or join today!
February 18th, Master Gardener Nancy Brais, an experienced educator with the Massachusetts Master Gardener Association (MMGA), will present an informative talk on Gardening Ergonomics at an upcoming hybrid meeting. Her lecture, delivered via Zoom, offers members the flexibility to attend either in person or remotely. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn practical tips for gardening with ease and comfort!
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March 18th, Rich Couse, Program Director at BiodiversityWorks, will present an engaging talk on the Natural Neighbors program. With an extensive background in conservation biology and environmental sciences, Rich brings valuable expertise to this initiative, which focuses on fostering connections between people and local biodiversity. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from his deep knowledge and passion for preserving our natural world!
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April 15th, Master Gardener Kathi Gariepy, a Lifetime Master Gardener with the Massachusetts Master Gardener Association (MMGA), will present an engaging talk on Container Gardening. Kathi brings extensive experience as a member of the MMGA Speakers’ Bureau and has held several leadership roles within the organization, including Vice President and Chair of the Master Gardener Advisory Board. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a true gardening expert!
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May 13-14th, Tom Clarke, former curator at Polly Hill Arboretum and current Director of the Mount Holyoke Botanic Garden, will deliver an enlightening talk on Rhododendrons and Azaleas. The following day, he will lead a guided tour of the Polly Hill collection, offering a unique opportunity to explore these stunning plants with an expert. Don’t miss this two-part event!
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Stay tuned for more information..Renew your membership or join today!
Our 100th Birthday Party at the Old Mill!
Click here to read about and see images from the party!
Click here to read about and see images from the party!
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Centennial Garden Party "Thank You"
Thank you to everyone who made our Centennial Garden Party, held on August 1st at the former home of our founder, Mrs. Agnes Meikleham, such a tremendous success! The event was beautifully attended, and the funds raised will support the restoration of the Old Mill, the Garden Club’s cherished Summer Home since its purchase in 1942. We deeply appreciate the support and effort of all who participated and helped bring this special celebration to life.
CLICK HERE to view images from our 'Centennial Garden Party',
Thank you to everyone who made our Centennial Garden Party, held on August 1st at the former home of our founder, Mrs. Agnes Meikleham, such a tremendous success! The event was beautifully attended, and the funds raised will support the restoration of the Old Mill, the Garden Club’s cherished Summer Home since its purchase in 1942. We deeply appreciate the support and effort of all who participated and helped bring this special celebration to life.
CLICK HERE to view images from our 'Centennial Garden Party',
Edgartown Garden Stroll
The 2024 Edgartown Garden Stroll on July 25 was a SOLD-OUT success! Huge thanks to the homeowners who opened their gardens, our amazing volunteers, sponsors, and The Carnegie for partnering with us. Most of all, thank you to the ‘strollers’ who attended and made this event unforgettable!
CLICK HERE to view images from the day and more information.
The 2024 Edgartown Garden Stroll on July 25 was a SOLD-OUT success! Huge thanks to the homeowners who opened their gardens, our amazing volunteers, sponsors, and The Carnegie for partnering with us. Most of all, thank you to the ‘strollers’ who attended and made this event unforgettable!
CLICK HERE to view images from the day and more information.
Blooming Art at the Old Mill
The weekend weather was perfect, and our perennial fundraiser was a hit! Thank you to our Island community for the support, the 36 talented Island artists, and the Garden Club members whose floral designs made the show bloom. Special thanks to the docents, those who prepared the Mill, and the Blooming Art Committee for their planning and hard work.
CLICK HERE to view images from Blooming Art 2024.
CLICK HERE to view images of the Blooming Art 2024 Art & Floral Designs .
The weekend weather was perfect, and our perennial fundraiser was a hit! Thank you to our Island community for the support, the 36 talented Island artists, and the Garden Club members whose floral designs made the show bloom. Special thanks to the docents, those who prepared the Mill, and the Blooming Art Committee for their planning and hard work.
CLICK HERE to view images from Blooming Art 2024.
CLICK HERE to view images of the Blooming Art 2024 Art & Floral Designs .
Never to early to plan your summer bulbs!
Its time to order your summer bulbs from Brent and Becky's! MVGC receives funds from every order. Support the club today. CLICK HERE to go to the Brent and Becky's website.
Its time to order your summer bulbs from Brent and Becky's! MVGC receives funds from every order. Support the club today. CLICK HERE to go to the Brent and Becky's website.
Consider a donation to the Island's premiere Conservation Organization, the Martha's Vineyard Garden Club in our 2025! Click on the below button to donate...
Donations enable the MVGC to sustain our programs, scholarship fund, Windemere Program, and maintenance of The Old Mill. Your support furthers our mission to promote gardening, horticulture, and conservation, preserving our Island’s beauty and heritage since 1924.
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MARTHA'S VINEYARD GARDEN CLUB
PO Box 5061
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568
The Martha's Vineyard Garden Club, established in 1924, is an island-wide community organization who share a passion for gardening, conservation, and maintaining our Island unique environment. Our monthly meetings are both educational and social; our programs are varied and designed to meet personal and community needs. We value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and everyone is welcome to be a member or guest of our club.
The MVGC is a 501 C-3 Non-Profit Organization.
The MVGC is a 501 C-3 Non-Profit Organization.