Special Occasions – Framingham Garden Club

FGC Presents “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner”

Shannon Fitzpatrick — Sun, 11 Feb 2024 23:31:33 +0000

One hundred and seventy people enjoyed FGC’s tablescape program on March 20, 2024. Eleven teams each chose a different iconic “guest,” and created a table topped with decorative features and centerpieces depicting the lives of their notable guests. “Invited” guests included authors, artists, explorers, musicians and athletes. In addition to eight tables designed by Framingham Garden Club members, participants included the Framingham History Center, the Framingham Public Library and Pinefield Garden Club.

Additionally, Ikebana master Minal Akkad from the O’Hara School of Ikebana, wowed the crowd with her amazing creative Ikebana design.

See photographer Art Illman’s photo montage from the MetroWest Daily News at
https://www.metrowestdailynews.com/picture-gallery/news/2024/03/20/framingham-garden-club-guess-whos-coming-to-dinner-creative-tables/73048148007/

Also click on the gallery to see each table and its designers. Photos by Bob Evans.

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Wreath Pre-sale Orders

Shannon Fitzpatrick — Mon, 06 Nov 2023 19:59:06 +0000

Pre-Order your favorite wreath from your favorite Greens Sale! Choose from five beautiful styles, all 22-inch double-sided balsam wreaths embellished by hand with freshly cut greens, natural elements and special details.

For more information, view our catalog.

To order, view and print the order form. Payment is due by November 29, 2024. Contact us for now information.

Noble and Elegant Holiday Swags

Shannon Fitzpatrick — Sat, 19 Nov 2022 21:36:17 +0000

A beautiful alternative to wreaths, FGC swags are lush with long-lasting noble fir and other freshly cut evergreens. Talented garden club designers handcraft each swag with carefully placed greens, natural adornments and more. Each swag is uniquely beautiful. Complete with a hand-tied bow and ready for hanging.

Here is a sample of swags from our past Greens Sales.

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Shop December 1 from 9 to 6 and Saturday from December 2 9 to 11

Shannon Fitzpatrick — Sat, 19 Nov 2022 05:00:08 +0000

FGC arrangements, wreaths, swags and outdoor baskets are known for their unique beauty. Our members handcraft each piece with fresh greenery, natural elements and other tasteful embellishments.

Styles range from long and low centerpieces with and without candles, elegant pieces with a little bling, rustic greens with natural plant material, and playful designs to bring a smile.

Shop extended hours on Friday, December 1 from 9am to 6pm and Saturday, December 2 from 9am to 11am. Credit cards accepted!

Located at Framingham Cushing Park Maintenance Building (enter at Keefe Tech, Winter St. entrance and take immediate left through gate. Follow curving drive to end. Parking available)

2020 Green Sale as seen in the News

Shannon Fitzpatrick — Mon, 23 Nov 2020 16:14:54 +0000

Framingham Garden Club’s first online holiday Green Sale is shaping up to be a great success. The Patch and Metrowest Daily News recently covered the sale . Our members have put countless hours into making this happen. Shown are club president Andi Saari and Membership Chair Joan Johnson.

The labor of love continues through December 3. Check back frequently as stock is added.

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Say It With Flowers!

Pam Keeney — Mon, 03 Feb 2020 21:06:50 +0000

Framingham Garden Club Presents: “Say it with Flowers”
Award-winning floral designer Thelma Shoneman will create six inspired and expressive designs, explaining the symbolism and meaning of flowers and the messages they send. Her designs will be available as raffle prizes. Before the main event, enjoy light refreshments while you browse carefully curated gifts, baskets and other prizes, including a selection of wine donated by our members. Buy a balloon and find your lucky gift card!

Doors open at 6:15pm for refreshments and raffle shopping, 7:15pm for Thelma’s presentation, followed by raffling of her designs.
April 2021 – date tbd | Tickets $20

Boston Church of Christ, 214 Concord Street, Framingham, MA [Map]

Proceeds support scholarships & community projects.

Advance purchase recommended to guarantee seating. For tickets call Pam Keeney 508-405-0331
or Andi Saari 508-877-1091

90 Years of Community Service

Shannon Fitzpatrick — Sun, 17 Mar 2019 06:29:14 +0000

For nine decades, the Framingham Garden Club has been actively serving the Framingham Community and beyond, with civic beautification projects, senior classes, scholarships, and much more.

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Artifacts in Bloom

Shannon Fitzpatrick — Mon, 04 Mar 2019 23:31:28 +0000

The first week in April brings Framingham’s first “Artifacts in Bloom.” Explore history and design through floral interpretations of some of the History Center’s most significant pieces. Ten artifacts have been chosen from the Center’s collection to be interpreted by our designers.

This special exhibition celebrates Framingham Garden Club’s 85th Birthday in collaboration with the History Center of Framingham. Artifacts were selected from the Civil War, WWI, Women’s Suffrage and Victorian Era.

The exhibit will be held at the Framingham History Center, 3 Oak Street, Framingham, on April 5th, 1:00-5:00 pm and Saturday April 6th 10:00 am-4:00 pm. There will be an Opening Reception on Friday, April 5th from 5:00-7:00 pm.

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Greens Sale 2018

Shannon Fitzpatrick — Sat, 17 Nov 2018 06:35:57 +0000

The Framingham Garden Club Greens Sale is here!

Decorate your home for the holiday with gorgeous hand-crafted wreaths, arrangements, baskets, candle holder, crafts and much more at excellent prices.

Friday, November 30 from 9 am to 3 pm and Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm. Located at the Cushing Maintenance Building. Enter at Keefe Tech on Winter Street and take immediate left through gate. Follow signs to the sale. Credit cards accepted this year!
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Framingham Garden Club awards four scholarships

Estelle Gooltz — Fri, 14 Jul 2017 02:24:36 +0000

In May 2022, the Framingham Garden Club, Inc. awarded four $1000 scholarships to local students who plan to degree in environmental or related areas orf study..

Emma Rothwell

This year’s deserving recipients are Ella Downey, Olivia Robitaille, Calvin Poole and Emma Rothwell. Shown here is Emma Rothwell, the Marion Goodman Memorial Scholarship recipient, and her fellow deserving graduating seniors.

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FGC member Susan Whittaker presents scholarships

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