Driftwood Garden Club

Yes, we maintain a large pot located inside the library opposite the main desk. The pot originated from a DGC program in March 2015. Deborah Trickett taught us all about “thrillers, spillers and fillers”. The finished product remained in the library. A small committee was formed to maintain the pot: watering and changing out plants for seasonal color. We’ve learned a lot over the past 4 years. The library micro-climate can be a harsh one for interior plants: too cold, too hot, too dry or not enough light. Two plants remain from the original planting: the Snake Plant (Mother-in-Law’s Tongue) and the Pathos. Today, the pot was rejuvenated for the first time in months. Dianne Barrett, Sue Ball and Kathy Bradford installed new plants to provide holiday color. The three new plants are: Caladium, Prayer Plant (pink stripes long leaves) and a Pink Polka Dot Plant (dark green pink spotted leaves). Below are before, during and after photos. The two other members of the committee are: Kathy Angle and Pinar Gokce.

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DGC members Ginny von Rueden and Laurie Boggis teamed up to show members how to make their own bows for use in adorning wreaths, swags and packages.  In addition, they demonstrated how to make “tussie mussies”, those little bundles used for making garlands and wreaths. Many smiles and laughter were produced by their engaging presentation. Then it was time to transform the ribbons and greens the members brought to the meeting into holiday decor. Hostesses Ellen Nichols, Trish Moore and Pinar Gocke provided tasty treats and a lovely seasonal floral arrangement. My favorite was the ginger spice hermits.

Due to the forecasted “Arctic Blast”, the Fall Cleanup Day on Wednesday 11/13 has been rescheduled. The new date and time is Wednesday, November 20th @ 1PM.

Please bring greens, clippers, and any special ribbon!

Please be reminded that the October 15th program Supporting a Resilient Environment for Marblehead will be preceded by a library tour highlighting changes planned during the upcoming renovations.

Tour starts at 6:00 PM in the Meeting Room on the lower level and all members are invited to attend.

Many members and their husbands enjoyed the Annual Fall Cocktail Party on September 7 at the oceanfront home of Lynda and Paul Hare. The views of the ocean swells, remnants of Hurricane Dorian were mesmerizing. The hors d’oeuvres and deserts were scrumptious and plentiful making it very difficult to pick a favorite. Besides the ocean views, the highlight of the evening was the conversation with old and new members. Ellen Nash, Judy Conner and Linda Duvel were the hostesses that kept the party flowing smoothly, including the move from outside to inside when the the temps started to drop. The weather cooperated, the food was delicious and the company was great; all the ingredients for a successful party.

Have you heard about successful local efforts to increase the North Shore’s resiliency and conservation? Jean Skaane, Sustainable Marblehead, and Andrew Brousseau, Black Earth Compost will provide insights on creating positive changes in our town, our club, and in our everyday lives.