Duck River Garden Club Celebrates National Garden Week with a Full Week of Community Events
Duck River Garden Club Celebrates National Garden Week with a Full Week of Community Events
Old Lyme, CT – May 29, 2025 — The Duck River Garden Club invites the community to join in a weeklong celebration of National Garden Week, June 1–7, 2025. The Club has organized a series of events in the towns it serves that highlight the joy of gardening, community service, and environmental appreciation.
Schedule of Events:
- Sunday, June 1 – 11:30 AM
Birdhouse Dedication at the Old Lyme Historical Society
55 Lyme Street, Old Lyme
Celebrate the installation of a newly donated birdhouse honoring local nature and community spirit. - Monday, June 2 – 7:00 PM
Flower Arrangement Installation & Nature Book Donation at the East Lyme Library
39 Society Road, Niantic
Enjoy a fresh floral display and nature book donation that encourages beauty and learning. - Tuesday, June 3 – 1:00 PM
Beginner Bonsai Demonstration by Mark Comstock, owner of Hydrangeas Galore, at the Lyme-Old Lyme Senior Center
26 Town Woods Road, Old Lyme
Explore the ancient art and philosophy of bonsai in this relaxing, hands-on demonstration tailored for seniors. Contact the Lymes Senior Center to register. - Wednesday, June 4 – 4:00 PM
Dedication of the New Miracle League Garden Site
Behind Flanders Elementary School, 167 Boston Post Road, East Lyme
Join us for the unveiling of a new inclusive garden space created to serve the entire community. - Thursday, June 5 – 10:00 AM
Mini Flower Arrangement Workshop at the Lyme-Old Lyme Senior Center
26 Town Woods Road, Old Lyme
Create your own cheerful mini bouquet to take home—limited to 12 participants. All materials provided. Contact the Lymes Senior Center to register. - Friday, June 6 – Throughout the Day
Duck River Garden Club Outreach Day
Members of the club will spread the joy of gardening across Old Lyme and East Lyme by gifting flowers to neighbors and friends. - Saturday, June 7 – 1:00 PM
Children’s Garden Activity at the Lyme Art Association
90 Lyme Street, Old Lyme
A fun, hands-on activity for kids to learn about gardening and nature in a creative setting.
Founded in 1970, the Duck River Garden Club of Old Lyme (DRGC) promotes interest in gardening, floral design, and environmental education while supporting civic beautification projects throughout the region. The Club began serving the town of East Lyme/Niantic in 2024 and aims to expand both membership and service over the next few years. DRGC is a proud member of The Federated Garden Clubs of Connecticut, Inc. and National Garden Clubs, Inc.
For more information, please visit www.duckrivergardenclub.org.
Duck River Garden Club of Old Lyme and East Lyme
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Karen LeBuffe Publicity Chair
- May 29, 2025
- (860) 833-9906
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