Monthly Programs 2010
Theme
“Nurturing the Earth, our Community Gardens, and our Garden Club Friendships”
Tuesday - January 26, 2010
“The Benefits
of Cherries”
Angela Sayler, a 2003 graduate of ERHS, and the
recently crowned National Cherry Queen 2009-2010, will inform and entertain us with her passion for cherries,
their health benefits, and what it’s been like growing up in a cherry farming family. She is beginning this year to
promote the cherry industry as part of her responsibilities for the Cherry Queen program.
Hostesses: Nedra Wager, Karen Kane, Joan Barnes, Sonia Schuler, Mike Norling
Ways & Means Table:
Anne Craig, Nedra Wager
Tuesday
- February 23, 2010
“Organic
Gardening”
After gardening organically for 25 years, Carolyn Royal will outline some of the key elements involved in this method
of gardening. She will give members some suggestions for preparing the garden with natural soil amendments, which plants
to use for companion planting, mixed cropping, and natural methods for pest management.
Hostesses: Phyllis Staley, Jan Shurte, Eddie Hubbell, Kathleen Anne Peterson,
Char Fitzpatrick
Ways & Means Table: Dorothy Luxton, Mary Fierle
Tuesday -
March 30, 2010
“Native Plants”
Working for the Grand Traverse Conservation District, Rebecca Teahen will inform us of the responsibilities of the GTCD.
She will also explain why it is important to plant native species, and provide descriptions of some of the native plants that
are sold in their annual native plant sale.
Hostesses: Barb Schantz, Marcie Klove, Sue Barr, Dorothy Luxton, Pat Jackson
Ways & Means Table: Mary Fierle, Diane Geddes
Tuesday
- April 27, 2010
“Spring Wildflowers”
Trailing
arbutus, Bishop’s cap, Squirrel corn, Dutchman’s Breeches, Stinking Benjamin: the spring wildflowers of northern
Michigan are a joy to behold and nothing announces spring like a woodland bursting with color! Completing their life cycles
in a month or two, many of them disappear as summer heat builds. In an illustrated talk, Richard Fidler
will explore the spring flora of the Elk Rapids area with members.
Hostesses: Lucy Hylan, Inez Gotts, Pauline Truesdell, Lorraine Ver Hage,
Sharon Lanier
Ways & Means Table: Lois Eaton, Ann Craig
Tuesday -
May 25, 2010
“Elk
Rapids Beautification Commission”
As one of seven members of the Beautification
Commission, Margaret LaBlond takes her job description seriously in helping to maintain the beauty
of our village. She will inform club members of the role that the Commission plays in Elk Rapids. We will also
have a chance to ask questions relating to future outdorr landscaping for our lovely
village.
Hostesses: Sonja Perry, Shirley Snare, Marcia Graham, Shirley Landon,
Jean Schurch
Ways and Means Table: Ann Craig,
Mary Fierle
Reminder: Plant Exchange - June 5th
Contact Kathleen: Peterson
Tuesday -
June 29, 2010
Award Luncheon
“Designing Women Floral
Exhibition”
Place: Edward C. Grace Memorial Harbor Pavilion
Time: 12:00 Noon
This is our second annual Informal Flower Show, directed by our own,
Myrta Keelan. This year’s theme is “Michigan Festivals - Floral Design. At this luncheon we will also have
the opportunity to recognize and honor our Club and Community members for their extraordinary contributions for the ERGC and
Village activities.
Awards Chairperson: Pat Jackson
Flower Show Chairperson:
Myrta Keelan
Hostesses: Gerri Ruppert,
Carolyn Strohm, Jan Zander, Barb Thomas, Bonnie Miller
Ways and Means Table: Not available during luncheon
Tuesday - July 27, 2010
"Knocking
the Hydrangea Blues"
One of our most popular speakers, Robin Smillie of Garden Goods will unlock
the mystery to having hydrangeas performing well. This sought after, but misunderstood plant, has many varieties and
she will provide us helpful tips to get beautiful plants, no matter what variety we have.
Hostesses: Judy Oswald, Joyce Demas, Karen Kingon, Marge Wright, VernaSak,
Barb Williams
Ways and Means Table: Geri Rupert, Mary Fierle
July
Reminder: 2010 GARDEN WALK - July
13th Contact: Jan Doty
