Club Year 2024 - 2025 — Haymarket Town & Country Garden Club

Galleries | Club Year September 2024 thru May 2025

January 14, 2025 | Hydroponic Microgreens
February 18, 2025 | Container Gardening
March 11, 2025 | Ikebana

September 10, 2024 | Food Pantry
October 10, 2024 | Winery at Sunshine Ridge Farm
November 12, 2024 | Bows for Boughs Workshop
November 22 and 23, 2024 | Holiday Shoppe
December 12, 2024 | Wreath Making Workshop

september 10, 2024 | haymarket food pantry |
eileen Smith, Executive Director

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New Year, New Furniture, New Set-up

New Year, New Furniture, New Set-up

President Bev addresses the members, Recording Secretary Kathy captures it all.

President Bev addresses the members, Recording Secretary Kathy captures it all.

Large Sunny Floral Arrangement by Immediate Past President and Advisor, Jane Razeghi

Large Sunny Floral Arrangement by Immediate Past President and Advisor, Jane Razeghi

Joyce Miller

Pam Lindholm

Catherine Presents

Catherine Presents

Get a 6 gallon handle bucket (usually used in sports) flip it and have a seat. Perfect height for adding flowers or removing weeds. Holds weeds and tools too.

Mary Ellen Colondene

Mary Ellen Colondene

Barbara (front) and Robin settle in for the presentation.

Barbara (front) and Robin settle in for the presentation.

Eileen F. Smith, Executive Director

Eileen F. Smith, Executive Director

Speaks about the Haymarket Food Pantry

Sunflowers brightened up the meeting.

Sunflowers brightened up the meeting.

Arrangement by Sheila Niemela

Guest Audrey H, with Hostess Team (Mom) Jennifer T, Jane R, and Lisa O

Guest Audrey H, with Hostess Team (Mom) Jennifer T, Jane R, and Lisa O

WOW

Coffee and treats

Coffee and treats

Savory Buffet

Desserts

Raffle Winner Jennifer takes home a bunch of colorful mums.

Raffle Winner Jennifer takes home a bunch of colorful mums.

New Year, New Furniture, New Set-up

President Bev addresses the members, Recording Secretary Kathy captures it all.

Large Sunny Floral Arrangement by Immediate Past President and Advisor, Jane Razeghi

Joyce Miller

Pam Lindholm

Catherine Presents

Mary Ellen Colondene

Barbara (front) and Robin settle in for the presentation.

Eileen F. Smith, Executive Director

Sunflowers brightened up the meeting.

Guest Audrey H, with Hostess Team (Mom) Jennifer T, Jane R, and Lisa O

Coffee and treats

Savory Buffet

Desserts

Raffle Winner Jennifer takes home a bunch of colorful mums.

Photography by Judy T

October 10, 2024 | The Winery at Sunshine Ridge Farm

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Owner Maria Rafferty with Winemaker Ashton Lough

Owner Maria Rafferty with Winemaker Ashton Lough

A Sample of Wine Offerings

A Sample of Wine Offerings

Winemaker Ashton Lough

Winemaker Ashton Lough

President Bev K with photographer and florist for the event, Judy T

President Bev K with photographer and florist for the event, Judy T

Bev enjoying a visit wth Lisa F

Bev enjoying a visit wth Lisa F

Our Membership Team, Susan B and Kathleen P, hamming it up for the shot.

Our Membership Team, Susan B and Kathleen P, hamming it up for the shot.

Sally joins the Membership Table

Sally joins the Membership Table

Bunny B, Barbara B and husband John catch up.

Bunny B, Barbara B and husband John catch up.

Jane H with Lisa F, new member Kristin K coming through the center

Jane H with Lisa F, new member Kristin K coming through the center

Gorgeous lake view from the lawn

Gorgeous lake view from the lawn

Past President Jane R with Kathy E

Past President Jane R with Kathy E

Getting ready for the meeting

Getting ready for the meeting

Janet M shares an article on the Virginia Woman’s and Family Support Center in Haymarket

Janet M shares an article on the Virginia Woman’s and Family Support Center in Haymarket

Maria and Member Hillary L prepare the tastings

Maria and Member Hillary L prepare the tastings

Tasting Board all set

Tasting Board all set

Sample of the accomodations at Sunshine Ridge - Thank you to the proprietors and staff.

Sample of the accomodations at Sunshine Ridge - Thank you to the proprietors and staff.

Owner Maria Rafferty with Winemaker Ashton Lough

A Sample of Wine Offerings

President Bev K with photographer and florist for the event, Judy T

Our Membership Team, Susan B and Kathleen P, hamming it up for the shot.

Sally joins the Membership Table

Bunny B, Barbara B and husband John catch up.

Gorgeous lake view from the lawn

Getting ready for the meeting

Janet M shares an article on the Virginia Woman’s and Family Support Center in Haymarket

Maria and Member Hillary L prepare the tastings

Tasting Board all set

Sample of the accomodations at Sunshine Ridge - Thank you to the proprietors and staff.

Photography and Floral Arrangements by Judy T

November 12, 2024 | judy Tweel | bows for boughs

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Bev, Joyce, Mary Ellen, Norma, Virginia, and Ellen are looking forward to learning how a proper bow comes into the world.

Bev, Joyce, Mary Ellen, Norma, Virginia, and Ellen are looking forward to learning how a proper bow comes into the world.

Paula, Kathy, and Lisa get ready.

Paula, Kathy, and Lisa get ready.

Harvest Table Arrangement

Harvest Table Arrangement

Lisa & Kathy at the Helm. Judy (demonstrating), seen are: Elsie, Page, Robin, Catherine, Barb, and John

Lisa & Kathy at the Helm. Judy (demonstrating), seen are: Elsie, Page, Robin, Catherine, Barb, and John

Bow Starter and Prep

Bow Starter and Prep

Betty, Ellen, Judy, Christine, Ginsey, Amy, Catherine, and Barb

Betty, Ellen, Judy, Christine, Ginsey, Amy, Catherine, and Barb

Janet, Bonnie, Kathy, Jenn, Lisa, and Vernelle

Janet, Bonnie, Kathy, Jenn, Lisa, and Vernelle

Kristin, Susan, Elsie, Paula, and Robin

Kristin, Susan, Elsie, Paula, and Robin

Vernelle, Lisa, Jenn, Bonnie, Janet, Page, Robin, Barb, John, Judy, and Kristin

Vernelle, Lisa, Jenn, Bonnie, Janet, Page, Robin, Barb, John, Judy, and Kristin

A peek at progress. See More bows at the Holiday Shoppe next.

A peek at progress. See More bows at the Holiday Shoppe next.

Photography by Judy T and friends

November 23 and 24, 2024 | Holiday Shop Highlights

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Lilies, Alstromeria, Carnations and more.

Lilies, Alstromeria, Carnations and more.

Candles add the "extra" glow

Candles add the "extra" glow

Bonnie is busy with room set-up

Bonnie is busy with room set-up

Getting Set-up, and confering with Jane

Getting Set-up, and confering with Jane

Check it out with Jane and Vernelle

Check it out with Jane and Vernelle

Mary Ellen, Page and Sally are ready to serve.

Mary Ellen, Page and Sally are ready to serve.

Flowers and Birdie Treats Mingle.

Flowers and Birdie Treats Mingle.

A Flower Shop from Autumn to Winter.

A Flower Shop from Autumn to Winter.

Wreaths and Arrangements

Wreaths and Arrangements

Back at the Bakery, the German Chocolate Dream Cake is Going to a Good Home.

Back at the Bakery, the German Chocolate Dream Cake is Going to a Good Home.

Knome in a sled, super cute

Knome in a sled, super cute

Lots of fun for porches and hearth

Lots of fun for porches and hearth

Coco Ready Reindeer

Coco Ready Reindeer

Nutcrackers and Trees, instant Mantle Decor

Nutcrackers and Trees, instant Mantle Decor

Cranberry Walnut Scones and Judy's Famous Soup Mix. A complete meal.

Cranberry Walnut Scones and Judy's Famous Soup Mix. A complete meal.

King Cracker

Choo Choo Cracker

Choo Choo Cracker

Bows, bows, bows, for sale. Tie them on wreaths or anything you desire.

Bows, bows, bows, for sale. Tie them on wreaths or anything you desire.

See the previous slideshow to learn where they came from.

Grab a Snack

Bundt Cake Delight

Bundt Cake Delight

Squishy Soft Santa

Squishy Soft Santa

Cookies and jam all ready

Cookies and jam all ready

Happy snowman looking for a home

Happy snowman looking for a home

Classic Sugar Cookies and Almond Bark

Classic Sugar Cookies and Almond Bark

Tasty Nutty Carrot Cake for a Crowd

Tasty Nutty Carrot Cake for a Crowd

Sweet Holiday Crunch for a Bunch

Sweet Holiday Crunch for a Bunch

Mini Blueberry Muffins

Mini Blueberry Muffins

(Probably eaten before leaving the shop)

Shoppers in all four corners.

Shoppers in all four corners.

Christmas Crunch and Peppermint Bark

Christmas Crunch and Peppermint Bark

Fresh-made Cookies to Give and Get

Fresh-made Cookies to Give and Get

The Bake Shop is staying busy.

The Bake Shop is staying busy.

Candied Pecan Treats

Candied Pecan Treats

Kathy joins Mary Ellen in the Bake Shop.

Kathy joins Mary Ellen in the Bake Shop.

Antique Toys from "way-back" in 1993.

Antique Toys from "way-back" in 1993.

Tall Order Plush Giraffe from Melissa & Doug toys.

Tall Order Plush Giraffe from Melissa & Doug toys.

Photography by Bev, Judy T and friends

December 12, 2024 | Judy Tweel | Wreath Making

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Our guest Areen, our Prez Bev, and 1st VP Sally

Our guest Areen, our Prez Bev, and 1st VP Sally

Areen busy with support from husband Greg

Areen busy with support from husband Greg

Our Hostesses, Janet, Jane, Kathy and Elsie with support from husband Dave

Our Hostesses, Janet, Jane, Kathy and Elsie with support from husband Dave

Toys for Tots are ready for their trip. Thank you!

Toys for Tots are ready for their trip. Thank you!

Bev shows off her wreath, and biceps.

Bev shows off her wreath, and biceps.

Elsie displays her swag.

Elsie displays her swag.

Joyce is using boxwood for a sleek look.

Joyce is using boxwood for a sleek look.

Linda and Betty with a great mix of greens.

Linda and Betty with a great mix of greens.

Areen looking proud of her berry wreath.

Areen looking proud of her berry wreath.

Paula is all smiles and wants to make three more!

Paula is all smiles and wants to make three more!

Mary Ellen presents a gorgeous mingling of leaves.

Mary Ellen presents a gorgeous mingling of leaves.

Vernelle and her wreath are decked out in cardinal red and guarding the holiday buffet.

Vernelle and her wreath are decked out in cardinal red and guarding the holiday buffet.

The Christmas Class of 2024!

The Christmas Class of 2024!

Our guest Areen, our Prez Bev, and 1st VP Sally

Areen busy with support from husband Greg

Our Hostesses, Janet, Jane, Kathy and Elsie with support from husband Dave

Toys for Tots are ready for their trip. Thank you!

Bev shows off her wreath, and biceps.

Elsie displays her swag.

Joyce is using boxwood for a sleek look.

Linda and Betty with a great mix of greens.

Areen looking proud of her berry wreath.

Paula is all smiles and wants to make three more!

Mary Ellen presents a gorgeous mingling of leaves.

Vernelle and her wreath are decked out in cardinal red and guarding the holiday buffet.

The Christmas Class of 2024!

January 14, 2025 | Tim Ernst | Hydroponic Microgreens website

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Thanks to our Host and Hostess Group: Bonnie, John, Barb, Virginia, and Jennifer R

Thanks to our Host and Hostess Group: Bonnie, John, Barb, Virginia, and Jennifer R

Winter Buffet

Our History Preserved by Judy: 17 years on the job

Our History Preserved by Judy: 17 years on the job

Bev gets the meeting started, and Kathy scribes.

Bev gets the meeting started, and Kathy scribes.

Bev hands out the green to Susan and Kathleen

Bev hands out the green to Susan and Kathleen

Kathy helps with the tasting for Page and Joyce

Kathy helps with the tasting for Page and Joyce

Line forms to the left

Line forms to the left

A "little" something for Kristin's dinner

A "little" something for Kristin's dinner

Thanks to our Host and Hostess Group: Bonnie, John, Barb, Virginia, and Jennifer R

Winter Buffet

Our History Preserved by Judy: 17 years on the job

Bev gets the meeting started, and Kathy scribes.

Bev hands out the green to Susan and Kathleen

Kathy helps with the tasting for Page and Joyce

Line forms to the left

A "little" something for Kristin's dinner

February 18, 2025 | Louis Ratchford | container gardening

Date pushed a week due to Snow, Snow, and Snow : Click through at your own pace.

Hostesses: Susan (with instructions from Judy), with Rachel and Vernelle. Kristin, not shown.

Hostesses: Susan (with instructions from Judy), with Rachel and Vernelle. Kristin, not shown.

Linda's Valentine Arrangement

Linda's Valentine Arrangement

Each table enjoys a carnation

Each table enjoys a carnation

Vernelle enjoys a spot of coffee

Vernelle enjoys a spot of coffee

Heatfelt Feast

We love crackers

We love crackers

Love messages everywhere

Love messages everywhere

Bev: "Take your seats"

Bev: "Take your seats"

Sally Speaks

Barb's quote of the day

Barb's quote of the day

Members gather

Guy Talk

Louis begins his presentation

Louis begins his presentation

Louis' Opening Remarks

Louis' Opening Remarks

Don't you wish you were here to see this!

Don't you wish you were here to see this!

Horticulture Raffle - Featuring Plants with Benefits

Horticulture Raffle - Featuring Plants with Benefits

Begonias (with silvery spots) and Succulents

Begonias (with silvery spots) and Succulents

Leaving you with a heart full of sparkle

Leaving you with a heart full of sparkle

Hostesses: Susan (with instructions from Judy), with Rachel and Vernelle. Kristin, not shown.

Linda's Valentine Arrangement

Each table enjoys a carnation

Vernelle enjoys a spot of coffee

Heatfelt Feast

We love crackers

Love messages everywhere

Bev: "Take your seats"

Sally Speaks

Barb's quote of the day

Members gather

Guy Talk

Louis begins his presentation

Louis' Opening Remarks

Don't you wish you were here to see this!

Horticulture Raffle - Featuring Plants with Benefits

Begonias (with silvery spots) and Succulents

Leaving you with a heart full of sparkle

March 11, 2025 | Holley Green | Ikebana

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Happy St. Patrick's Day Table with green and a spot of orange. Arrangement by Jane R.

Happy St. Patrick's Day Table with green and a spot of orange. Arrangement by Jane R.

Bev and Kathleen all smiles.

Bev and Kathleen all smiles.

Kathleen in green as the greeting queen

Kathleen in green as the greeting queen

A shoe-in for the most festive planter

A shoe-in for the most festive planter

Our March Hostesses: Judy, Kathleen, one of our 3 men, Jane, Sally, Mary Ellen, and Robin. Not shown: Hillary, and Mitra. Thanks Ladies.

Our March Hostesses: Judy, Kathleen, one of our 3 men, Jane, Sally, Mary Ellen, and Robin. Not shown: Hillary, and Mitra. Thanks Ladies.

Table decor - carnation

Table decor - carnation

Hostess table has a customer, Lisa behind the shades

Hostess table has a customer, Lisa behind the shades

Lucky Treats!

Emerald Table Decor

Emerald Table Decor

Ruth gets the crowd's attention

Ruth gets the crowd's attention

Jane, Mary Ellen, Ruth, Bonnie and Bev, with Kathy watching through the shamrock

Jane, Mary Ellen, Ruth, Bonnie and Bev, with Kathy watching through the shamrock

Holley begins her Ikebana presentation

Holley begins her Ikebana presentation

Demonstrations

Concentration

Sunflowers waving

Sunflowers waving

Lily and Pine

Willow and Lily

Willow and Lily

Sally discusses the art with Holley

Sally discusses the art with Holley

Catherine stops by for a chat

Catherine stops by for a chat

Ellen joins in

John Wins the Oxalis/Shamrock, as proud Barb looks on.

John Wins the Oxalis/Shamrock, as proud Barb looks on.

A lucky day!

Happy St. Patrick's Day Table with green and a spot of orange. Arrangement by Jane R.

Bev and Kathleen all smiles.

Kathleen in green as the greeting queen

A shoe-in for the most festive planter

Our March Hostesses: Judy, Kathleen, one of our 3 men, Jane, Sally, Mary Ellen, and Robin. Not shown: Hillary, and Mitra. Thanks Ladies.

Table decor - carnation

Hostess table has a customer, Lisa behind the shades

Lucky Treats!

Emerald Table Decor

Ruth gets the crowd's attention

Jane, Mary Ellen, Ruth, Bonnie and Bev, with Kathy watching through the shamrock

Holley begins her Ikebana presentation

Demonstrations

Concentration

Sunflowers waving

Lily and Pine

Willow and Lily

Sally discusses the art with Holley

Catherine stops by for a chat

Ellen joins in

John Wins the Oxalis/Shamrock, as proud Barb looks on.

A lucky day!