Meetings & Programs | Bristol Garden Club

Meetings and Programs 2024-2025

May 14, 2025

Location: The Beach House, Bristol

Time: Noon - 3pm

We will meet during a delicious lunch, with time for socializing before and after. There is no formal program at this meeting, except the installation of our new Executive Board.

Installation of new executive Board Members

June 11, 2025

Private Tour of Sakonnet Gardens

Location:

510 W Main Rd, Little Compton, RI 02837

Time: 12:00 - 3pm

Join us for a private tour of the amazing Sakonnet Gardens with owner Mikel Folcarelli.

Please meet up for carpooling at 11:30am at Bank Newport on Gooding Ave.

*** Note: Bring a bag lunch!

August 13, 2025

Brilliant Dahlia Farm

Location:

14 Chestnut St.

Rehoboth, MA 02769

Time: 11 – 1pm

Owner and lead designer, Sharon Hoskins, will give us a private tour of her lovely dahlia flower farm.

Please meet up for carpooling at 10:30am at Bank Newport on Gooding Ave.

*** This event begins earlier due to the summer heat!

September 10, 2025

Annual September Tea Luncheon

Location:

Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum

101 Ferry Rd

Bristol, RI 02809

Meet in Education Center

Time: 12 - 3pm

Join us for an inspiring presentation by the renowned Jana Milboker. Jana is known for her inspiring presentations on gardens throughout New England and beyond.

Our business meeting will be held following the lunch. Please feel free to invite your friends and neighbors.

Ticket price: $45 members, $55 for guests

October 15, 2025

Ikebana Design with Carol Glanville

Location:

Herreshoff Room

Rogers Free Library

Bristol, RI 02809

Time: 12 - 3pm

Following our business meeting, members will design their own Ikebana floral display. Our own Bristol Garden Club member, Carol, is thrilled to share her expertise in this ancient Japanese design tradition. She will explain the origins and design elements to create a serene display for your home.

November 12, 2025

Holiday Floral Design with Vera & Vicki

Location:

Herreshoff Room

Rogers Free Library

Bristol, RI 02809

Time: 12 - 3pm

Have you ever wanted to design an easy wreath or holiday centerpiece? Well, this is your chance to experiment. Our own Vera & Vicki will guide us on this creative journey, and we will each bring something wonderful home!

December 10, 2025

Annual Holiday Potluck Luncheon

Location: TBD

Time: 12 - 3pm

Bring your favorite side dish, appetizer or dessert to share at our festive annual pot-luck get together. The club will provide the main course and beverages.

There is no designated program or speaker at this event. We get to spend quality time with our BGC friends.

Please bring a $5 donation to defray luncheon costs as well as a $5 donation for local lady’s shelter.

Hostess: Hospitality Committee