The weather was miserable, as was predicted. Fortunately we met under a large canopy keeping the people and the picnic dry. Despite the weather the members of the Garden Club enjoyed a great event.
Here are some impressions of the fun.
Preparations, final touches.
Lots of food for the hungry club members
Goodie bags for the many workers in the club.
The early birds are in anticipation of what is going to be presented
The recipients of the scholarships and their family members are being presented by Kenetha Kilmurray
The President listed the open positions in the Garden Club. The success of the club depends on many functions being operational. Join the team for a splendid new season.
The buffet is open.
Mmmmmmm………..
What is for dessert? That is too beautiful to eat.
Two new Distinguished Club Members: Linda Hensler presented by Jane Howells and Nancy Iandoli presented by Jane Villa-Lobos.
Also in attendance were a number of recipients of scholarships issued by the club. Several of the students told us about their studies and impressive achievements.
One of the proud mothers spoke about her daughter’s work and ambitions. The daughter could not come to the picnic because of exams.
The scholarships were not presented at the picnic. They had been delivered to the student’s homes, prior to the picnic.
Goodies time for the busy bees in the club.
The winners of the 50-50 lottery and the raffle were drawn.
Three African Violets found 3 new owners and the club photographer won a certificate
Then the new board members were presented and sworn in.
Finally the pins for 10 or more membership years were awarded. Linda DuLong got her bar for 20 years, to be attached to her pin.
We can all look back on a successful GCPC picnic 2025.
Article by Marinus Grootenboer, interim Webmaster
Photography by Nancy Iandoli and Marinus Grootenboer