
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
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Register and pay on-line ($2 transactional fee added)
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June 11, 2025
Private Tour of Sakonnet Gardens
Location:
510 W Main Rd, Little Compton, RI 02837
Time: 12:00 - 3pm
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Join us for a private tour of the amazing Sakonnet Gardens with owner Mikel Folcarelli.
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Please meet up for carpooling at 11:30am at Bank Newport on Gooding Ave.
*** Note: Bring a bag lunch!
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August 13, 2025
Brilliant Dahlia Farm
Location:
14 Chestnut St.
Rehoboth, MA 02769
Time: 11 – 1pm
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Owner and lead designer, Sharon Hoskins, will give us a private tour of her lovely dahlia flower farm.
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Please meet up for carpooling at 10:30am at Bank Newport on Gooding Ave.
*** This event begins earlier due to the summer heat!
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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
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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.
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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
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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.
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November 12, 2025
Holiday Floral Design with Vera & Vicki
Location:
Herreshoff Room
Rogers Free Library
Bristol, RI 02809
Time: 12 - 3pm
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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!
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December 10, 2025
Annual Holiday Potluck Luncheon
Location: TBD
Time: 12 - 3pm
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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






