President's Message
Gardens grow communities as much as they do plants, fostering connections through the simple act of sharing."
Anonymous
As we reflect on our first year serving VGCD as Co-Presidents, we are grateful for all we have accomplished together. None of it would have been possible without the dedication, enthusiasm, and generosity of our members.
Our monthly meetings continued to feature outstanding speakers, delicious refreshments, and the fellowship that makes VGCD such a special organization. This past year, we held another successful Plant Sale, awarded four scholarships to deserving students, welcomed neighboring garden club members for Stephen Orr's inspiring presentation, decorated Dennis with twenty-nine holiday wreaths at fourteen locations, and continued maintaining
our ten public gardens. In addition, our Pop-Up Garden Tours once again brought members together to share their beautiful, inspirational gardens.
Above all, our club's greatest strength is our members. At our June annual luncheon, we recognized 45 members with five or more years of membership, including four who have
belonged to VGCD for more than 30 years. This loyalty and commitment helps preserve the welcoming spirit and traditions of our club. Our club thrives because members
are willing to share their time and talents—we simply couldn't do it without you.
As we look ahead to the coming year, we encourage members to consider stepping into one of our committee chair or Board positions. Your ideas, energy, and willingness
to get involved are what keep VGCD thriving. Join us as we continue our club's legacy of friendship, learning, service, and gardening. We look forward to building on our traditions, expanding our social activities, and enjoying another wonderful year together.
Our Best, Nancy and Kate
2024–25 Highlights:
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Hidden Gems: A Tour of Dennis Gardens,
On June 28, 2025 our fundraiser held every 3 - 4 years welcomed over 350 garden enthusiasts who wandered through seven uniquely beautiful private gardens. Substantial funds were raised to continue our scholarship program and civic beautification projects—ensuring our mission flourishes for seasons to come. -
Garden Club Presidents Day
A festive and inspiring gathering that welcomed past presidents and leaders from 12 other clubs, featuring an ikebana demonstration, pumpkin bouquet giveaway, and teak adirondack chair raffle. -
Dennis Village Stroll
Participation in the December event boosted visibility, energized members, and expanded fundraising reach. -
Garden Pop-Up Visits
Introduced by Bethany and Marie, these informal gatherings fostered camaraderie, conversation, and garden knowledge-sharing among members, as well as creating a tradition for summers to come. -
New Civic Beautification Site
A new site was added at the South Dennis Public Library, furthering efforts to enhance public spaces. -
Membership Growth
Membership increased by over 20% for the second consecutive year, bringing in individuals with expertise in gardening, marketing, tech, business, and environmental issues. -
Collaborative Programming
A meeting featuring a lecture titled “Postcards from Plants” presented by local gardening celebrity C.L.Fornari in collaboration with the Harwich Garden Club expanded our audience and impact, showcasing the benefits of club partnerships.