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Sea Turtle Rescue: A Visit to Sea Turtle Inc. in South Padre Island, Texas - September 2024
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Gardenette Mellie Singer, chairman of the Birds, Butterflies and Conservation committee, last month, while on vacation in South Padre Island, Texas, had the incredible opportunity to visit Sea Turtle Inc., a sea turtle rescue and rehabilitation center. She was profoundly impressed by the dedication and impact of this organization. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Sea Turtle Inc. was originally founded in 1977 by Ila Fox Loetscher, affectionately known as “The Turtle Lady of South Padre Island.” Her passion for sea turtles led to the creation of this remarkable center, which continues to thrive today. As of 2024, the facility has rescued and released 931 sea turtles, protected and released 3,439 hatchlings, responded to 640 emergency turtle calls, and educated 82,439 visitors. The center’s vision is “a world with thriving sea turtle populations,” and their work focuses on turtle conservation, medical care, applied research, and public education.
The Challenges Sea Turtles Face
Sea turtles become stranded for several reasons, including:
- Predators
- Entanglement in nets and fishing lines
- Boat strikes
- Plastic consumption
- Sudden cold weather
Sea Turtle Inc. receives no government funding and relies entirely on public donations, center tours, and gift shop sales. During my visit, I learned about three of their most notable rescue stories.
Fred: The Persistent Loggerhead
Fred, a loggerhead turtle, was found stranded at a local port in 1996, entangled in netting, with his left front flipper amputated. After receiving medical care, Fred was released twice in 1997, but he was re-stranded both times. The staff at Sea Turtle Inc. determined that he was no longer releasable, so Fred lived the rest of his life at the rescue center. Known for his calm and docile personality, Fred loved having his shell rubbed by staff and volunteers. He became a visitor favorite and brought in many donations, helping to keep the center active and successful.
Allison: The Trailblazer with a Prosthetic Flipper
Allison, an Atlantic Green Sea Turtle, was rescued in 2005 after losing three of her four flippers in a predator attack. The rescue center designed and fitted her with a prosthetic flipper, enabling her to move around in the water and enjoy a good quality of life, despite being deemed unreleasable. Allison was known for splashing water at visitors as she waved to them and played a key role in advancing prosthetic design for future sea turtles with amputated flippers.
Cowgirl: The Country Music Lover
Cowgirl, another Atlantic Green Sea Turtle, was found stranded in 2021, weighing just over 2 pounds. Despite normal blood work and X-rays, she was re-stranded multiple times after being released. Eventually, the medical experts at Sea Turtle Inc. decided she was unreleasable and provided her with permanent lodging at the center. Now weighing 60 pounds, Cowgirl is thriving, enjoying her favorite food—mackerel—and spending her days listening to country music, which she loves.
A Lasting Impression
My visit to Sea Turtle Inc. left me deeply impressed by the dedication of the staff and educators, who were eager to share their knowledge and encourage visitors to support the center through turtle adoption or donations toward medical expenses. The center is located in southern Texas, just 30 minutes from the border with Mexico, and offers an unforgettable experience for anyone interested in wildlife conservation.
For those in Louisiana, turtle rescue assistance is available through the LSU Wildlife Hospital in Baton Rouge. If you encounter a stranded turtle or one in need of help, you can call them at 225-578-9600 for assistance.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON SEA TURTLES INC. CLICK HERE
Sea Turtle Inc. was originally founded in 1977 by Ila Fox Loetscher, affectionately known as “The Turtle Lady of South Padre Island.” Her passion for sea turtles led to the creation of this remarkable center, which continues to thrive today. As of 2024, the facility has rescued and released 931 sea turtles, protected and released 3,439 hatchlings, responded to 640 emergency turtle calls, and educated 82,439 visitors. The center’s vision is “a world with thriving sea turtle populations,” and their work focuses on turtle conservation, medical care, applied research, and public education.
The Challenges Sea Turtles Face
Sea turtles become stranded for several reasons, including:
- Predators
- Entanglement in nets and fishing lines
- Boat strikes
- Plastic consumption
- Sudden cold weather
Sea Turtle Inc. receives no government funding and relies entirely on public donations, center tours, and gift shop sales. During my visit, I learned about three of their most notable rescue stories.
Fred: The Persistent Loggerhead
Fred, a loggerhead turtle, was found stranded at a local port in 1996, entangled in netting, with his left front flipper amputated. After receiving medical care, Fred was released twice in 1997, but he was re-stranded both times. The staff at Sea Turtle Inc. determined that he was no longer releasable, so Fred lived the rest of his life at the rescue center. Known for his calm and docile personality, Fred loved having his shell rubbed by staff and volunteers. He became a visitor favorite and brought in many donations, helping to keep the center active and successful.
Allison: The Trailblazer with a Prosthetic Flipper
Allison, an Atlantic Green Sea Turtle, was rescued in 2005 after losing three of her four flippers in a predator attack. The rescue center designed and fitted her with a prosthetic flipper, enabling her to move around in the water and enjoy a good quality of life, despite being deemed unreleasable. Allison was known for splashing water at visitors as she waved to them and played a key role in advancing prosthetic design for future sea turtles with amputated flippers.
Cowgirl: The Country Music Lover
Cowgirl, another Atlantic Green Sea Turtle, was found stranded in 2021, weighing just over 2 pounds. Despite normal blood work and X-rays, she was re-stranded multiple times after being released. Eventually, the medical experts at Sea Turtle Inc. decided she was unreleasable and provided her with permanent lodging at the center. Now weighing 60 pounds, Cowgirl is thriving, enjoying her favorite food—mackerel—and spending her days listening to country music, which she loves.
A Lasting Impression
My visit to Sea Turtle Inc. left me deeply impressed by the dedication of the staff and educators, who were eager to share their knowledge and encourage visitors to support the center through turtle adoption or donations toward medical expenses. The center is located in southern Texas, just 30 minutes from the border with Mexico, and offers an unforgettable experience for anyone interested in wildlife conservation.
For those in Louisiana, turtle rescue assistance is available through the LSU Wildlife Hospital in Baton Rouge. If you encounter a stranded turtle or one in need of help, you can call them at 225-578-9600 for assistance.
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August 2024
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Melly Singer: Uniting Through Nature - August
Gardenette Mellie Singer, chairman of the Birds, Butterflies and Conservation committee, recently ventured to Baton Rouge to attend a Uniting Through Nature initiative. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
On Saturday, June 22, 2024, Singer joined a lively group of local birdwatchers for the first annual “Black Birding Week” hike at Greenwood Park in north Baton Rouge. The birding hike was led by Jane Patterson, the president of the Baton Rouge Audubon Society.
The focus of this adventure was to introduce members of the Black community, as well as other people of color, to the joys of bird watching. This initiative was inspired by an event in May 2020 in New York, where a Black birdwatcher was falsely accused of threatening a woman walking her dog in Central Park. The local birdwatching community in Baton Rouge wanted to show solidarity and encourage birdwatching across all races, uniting us and introducing birdwatching skills to the curious.
According to Singer, we met at 8 am for a two-hour paved hike around the lake by the park. Binoculars were supplied to everyone who needed a pair. We were introduced to the art of birding by initially listening to the birdsongs. At first, all we could hear were car engines and various emergency sirens. When we quieted ourselves and listened harder, we could hear the birds too. The hike leaders could recognize the birdsongs easily. Once they had determined the identity of each bird, they pinpointed the direction of the song until they saw the actual bird, often far off. They taught us to use binoculars to zero in, and finally, we looked through a special birding telescope lens they had set up to get an incredibly clear view of the individual birds.
We heard and identified 35 different species of birds in total, from the Cardinal to the Mockingbird to the Turkey Vulture to the Mississippi Kite. They were all there, dancing among the treetops, and foraging for food as they raised their youngsters. We learned about how different species of smaller birds (like Blue Jays and Swallows) band together to surround and ward off larger, more predatory birds (like Screech-owls and Hawks) who threaten their territory. This is called “mobbing” and is a common practice in bird communities.
The two-hour hike went by quickly, and our group disbanded and went home. Fortunately, thanks to the Baton Rouge Audubon Society, we were all given information on upcoming guided birding walks and educational programs so we can continue to explore, study, and appreciate the wild birds of Louisiana.
On Saturday, June 22, 2024, Singer joined a lively group of local birdwatchers for the first annual “Black Birding Week” hike at Greenwood Park in north Baton Rouge. The birding hike was led by Jane Patterson, the president of the Baton Rouge Audubon Society.
The focus of this adventure was to introduce members of the Black community, as well as other people of color, to the joys of bird watching. This initiative was inspired by an event in May 2020 in New York, where a Black birdwatcher was falsely accused of threatening a woman walking her dog in Central Park. The local birdwatching community in Baton Rouge wanted to show solidarity and encourage birdwatching across all races, uniting us and introducing birdwatching skills to the curious.
According to Singer, we met at 8 am for a two-hour paved hike around the lake by the park. Binoculars were supplied to everyone who needed a pair. We were introduced to the art of birding by initially listening to the birdsongs. At first, all we could hear were car engines and various emergency sirens. When we quieted ourselves and listened harder, we could hear the birds too. The hike leaders could recognize the birdsongs easily. Once they had determined the identity of each bird, they pinpointed the direction of the song until they saw the actual bird, often far off. They taught us to use binoculars to zero in, and finally, we looked through a special birding telescope lens they had set up to get an incredibly clear view of the individual birds.
We heard and identified 35 different species of birds in total, from the Cardinal to the Mockingbird to the Turkey Vulture to the Mississippi Kite. They were all there, dancing among the treetops, and foraging for food as they raised their youngsters. We learned about how different species of smaller birds (like Blue Jays and Swallows) band together to surround and ward off larger, more predatory birds (like Screech-owls and Hawks) who threaten their territory. This is called “mobbing” and is a common practice in bird communities.
The two-hour hike went by quickly, and our group disbanded and went home. Fortunately, thanks to the Baton Rouge Audubon Society, we were all given information on upcoming guided birding walks and educational programs so we can continue to explore, study, and appreciate the wild birds of Louisiana.
Martha Davis - Garden of the Month - August 7, 2024
Garden of the Month for August: Carol McGough, Sunday Hanson, Vicky Fannaly, Susan Pizani, Martha Davis, Margaret Bailey, Sandy Cusick, Jamie LeBlanc, Marilyn Wright.
Martha Davis, 40117 Annette Drive, received Gardenettes Garden of the Month honors on August 7. The club belongs to District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Representing the club were chairman Marilyn Wright, president Susan Pizani, photographer Cricket Ayala, Margaret Bailey, Carol McGough, Sunday Hanson, Jamie LeBlanc, Sandy Cusick and Vicky Fannaly.
According Wright, the eye-catching flower beds are lined with white bedding rocks to bring out the color of the blooming plants. Davis uses roses for color as well as ornamental garden accents depicting butterflies, gazing balls and ornamental picket fencing. A shady sitting area with a glider and benches allows Davis to enjoy her hard work.in comfort.
Variegated flax lilies, blooming vinca, sego palms, coleus fill the well designed beds. Whimsical touchs like a concrete dog statue with sunglasses and colored swathes of rocks both red and white, show Davis's imagination and planning.
Following the presentation, the club members attending, had breakfast at Paul's Cafe
Martha Davis, 40117 Annette Drive, received Gardenettes Garden of the Month honors on August 7. The club belongs to District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Representing the club were chairman Marilyn Wright, president Susan Pizani, photographer Cricket Ayala, Margaret Bailey, Carol McGough, Sunday Hanson, Jamie LeBlanc, Sandy Cusick and Vicky Fannaly.
According Wright, the eye-catching flower beds are lined with white bedding rocks to bring out the color of the blooming plants. Davis uses roses for color as well as ornamental garden accents depicting butterflies, gazing balls and ornamental picket fencing. A shady sitting area with a glider and benches allows Davis to enjoy her hard work.in comfort.
Variegated flax lilies, blooming vinca, sego palms, coleus fill the well designed beds. Whimsical touchs like a concrete dog statue with sunglasses and colored swathes of rocks both red and white, show Davis's imagination and planning.
Following the presentation, the club members attending, had breakfast at Paul's Cafe
July 2024
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Melly Singer: Meet GeoDad
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FROM THE BIRD, BUTTERFLY & CONSERVATION COMMITTEE: I spent a day recently at the Bluebonnet Swamp and Nature Center in Baton Rouge. I learned the story of GeoDad, the Yellow Warbler.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc. GeoDad was a Prothonotary Warbler, just 5 inches in length, bright yellow in color, who lived at The Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center for the first year of his life in 2012. Researchers there trapped him briefly and attached a tiny tracking device to his back. They then released him back into the wild. Their plan was to track his journey over the next year to help explore the migratory pattern of the declining Warbler population. GeoDad took off from the Baton Rouge swamplands and spent 8 months with the geolocation on his back. In that 8 months he journeyed 4,800 miles across 7 countries. He flew over a 500 mile stretch of the Gulf of Mexico and wintered in Northern Colombia in Central America, before returning to his home in Baton Rouge. Bird conservation |
Bird conservation researchers across the world were very excited to see his progress. The rate of decline of the Warbler population has been 50% over the last 40 years. This is partly due to reduction in their natural habitat which is shrinking both in USA and Colombia.
Warblers have beaks that are ill suited to making their own nests so they usually live in homes vacated by woodpeckers. The Bluebonnet Swam Nature Center in Baton Rouge is putting up man made nesting boxes to expand the local Warbler population, many of whom are probably direct descendants of GeoDad!
For those looking for a good day out, I highly recommend this nature center in Baton Rouge, the nature center there is very interesting and the staff are helpful and engaging.
Warblers have beaks that are ill suited to making their own nests so they usually live in homes vacated by woodpeckers. The Bluebonnet Swam Nature Center in Baton Rouge is putting up man made nesting boxes to expand the local Warbler population, many of whom are probably direct descendants of GeoDad!
For those looking for a good day out, I highly recommend this nature center in Baton Rouge, the nature center there is very interesting and the staff are helpful and engaging.
Orchid Society Show Field Trip - July 15, 2024
Gardenette Field Trip to Baton Rouge Orchid Society Show July 14 at the Rural Life Museum in Baton Rouge. Our president Susan Pizani, Jamie LeBlanc and Vicky Fannaly made the vendors happy and came home with some reasonably priced bargains. Flowers were fantastic, making a favorite choice very difficult. Gardenettes are members of Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., District VI - Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Genesis Award July-August <<<>>> Sonic Drive In
Sonic Drive In received the Genesis Award for July-August from the Gardenettes, a Ponchatoula garden club. Sonic manager Zoe Ungren accepted the plaque July 3 for the location's well maintained landscape filled with bright blooming Vinca.
Gardenettes are members of Disrict VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
According to Ayala, the landscaping is maintained by Landscape Plus. Some of the permanent plantings include boxwood, Chinese holly, China roses, pink muhly grass and colorful annuals such as Vinca. The drive in has received this award in the past and maintains its reputation as a bright spot on the main street. The club ladies enjoyed sodas compliments of Sonic.
Gardenettes are members of Disrict VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
According to Ayala, the landscaping is maintained by Landscape Plus. Some of the permanent plantings include boxwood, Chinese holly, China roses, pink muhly grass and colorful annuals such as Vinca. The drive in has received this award in the past and maintains its reputation as a bright spot on the main street. The club ladies enjoyed sodas compliments of Sonic.
Summer Board Meeting - July 8-9, 2024
Gardenette president Susan Pizani accepted the Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. first place award for small clubs for her group's Publicity Pressbook. Debby Cooper, Regional Director, for a six state area, made the presentation at the Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc.'s annual Summer Board meeting held at the Crowne Plaza in Baton Rouge, July 8-9.
Vicky Fannaly, Gardenette Second Vice President, served as chairman for the event. Clubs from all over the state assembled for the two-day business meeting, which ended with the award's presentations. All clubs are members of National Garden Clubs Inc. Sandy Grimm, president of Belle Oaks Garden Club, represented Hammond. Gardenettes are a Ponchatoula group.
Vicky Fannaly, Gardenette Second Vice President, served as chairman for the event. Clubs from all over the state assembled for the two-day business meeting, which ended with the award's presentations. All clubs are members of National Garden Clubs Inc. Sandy Grimm, president of Belle Oaks Garden Club, represented Hammond. Gardenettes are a Ponchatoula group.
Garden of the Month
Margaret Joiner - 331 North 7th Street - July 3, 2024
Margaret Joiner, 331 N. Seventh Street, received Gardenettes' Garden of the Month honors for July. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Pictured are Sunday Hanson, Marilyn Wright, home owner Margaret Joiner, Margaret Bailey, president Susan Pizani, Ellen Pusey. A native of Ponchatoula, Joiner has deep ties to the community through her family and her work with placing rescue dogs. she has lived in her current location for twenty years and has worked with the rescue dogs for fifteen.
According to Gardenette chairman for Garden of the Month, Marilyn Wright, the home was chosen for the charm of its white picket fence with a view of well manicured lawns and beds of colorful vinca and lantana. The home faces Memorial Park which adds to its attractiveness.
Pictured are Sunday Hanson, Marilyn Wright, home owner Margaret Joiner, Margaret Bailey, president Susan Pizani, Ellen Pusey. A native of Ponchatoula, Joiner has deep ties to the community through her family and her work with placing rescue dogs. she has lived in her current location for twenty years and has worked with the rescue dogs for fifteen.
According to Gardenette chairman for Garden of the Month, Marilyn Wright, the home was chosen for the charm of its white picket fence with a view of well manicured lawns and beds of colorful vinca and lantana. The home faces Memorial Park which adds to its attractiveness.
June 2024
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Bosom Buddy Bags - 70 Delivered June 26, 2024
Karen Hotard delivered 70 Bosom Buddy bags to North Oaks Hospital June 26. What a lot of work for one committee chairman to accomplish. See Karen pictured on the left with Staci Arceneaux of North Oaks Hospital System. Thank you, Karen!
Gardenettes garden club is a member of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Gardenettes garden club is a member of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
June Garden of the Month
The Gardenettes awarded the June Garden of the Month to Anita Brandon at 163 South 5th Street on June 13. The garden club is a member of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
According to Margaret Bailey, chairman, "The main flower bed has beautiful Lantana, Coreopsis, Verbena and Gaillardia flowers blooming. Also included are bird feeders and bird houses placed in a lovely crepe myrtle tree. There are also many potted plants on posts, steps and porch with wandering Jew, moss rose, Gerbera daisies, creeping jenny and Mandevilla. Also a small arbor displays an old window with a window box. The porch is inviting with a swing, rocking chairs and plants, maybe even for Charlie Ray, the pet dog.
Following the presentation, Gardenettes Cricket Ayala, Bailey, Susan Pizani, Marilyn Wright, Mary Hirsch, Jamie LeBlanc and Virginia Hawkins met at Joe's Italian to discuss the presentation.
According to Margaret Bailey, chairman, "The main flower bed has beautiful Lantana, Coreopsis, Verbena and Gaillardia flowers blooming. Also included are bird feeders and bird houses placed in a lovely crepe myrtle tree. There are also many potted plants on posts, steps and porch with wandering Jew, moss rose, Gerbera daisies, creeping jenny and Mandevilla. Also a small arbor displays an old window with a window box. The porch is inviting with a swing, rocking chairs and plants, maybe even for Charlie Ray, the pet dog.
Following the presentation, Gardenettes Cricket Ayala, Bailey, Susan Pizani, Marilyn Wright, Mary Hirsch, Jamie LeBlanc and Virginia Hawkins met at Joe's Italian to discuss the presentation.
National Garden Week June 2-8, 2024
Day 1 - June 3
Celebrating National Garden Week, a project of National Garden Clubs Inc. Gardenettes put some free pass-along plants at the library on the first day. We plan to bring plants each day until Saturday. All plants are labeled with scientific names and planting instructions. Our garden club is a member of District VI Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Club Inc. Chairman Sunday Hanson with a library patron and President Susan LaBarre Pizani are shown with Gardenettes Vicky Fannaly and Margaret Varnado Bailey and librarian Kristen Breland.
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In honor of National Garden Week, Gardenette Margaret Varnado Bailey presents a gardening book to librarian Kristen Breland. Present were Gardenettes Vicky Fannaly, president Susan LaBarre Pizani and chairman Sunday Hanson. The garden club is a member of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
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Day 3 - June 5 |
Day 2 Celebrating National Garden Week at Ponchatoula Library with Gardenettes Ellen Larsen Pusey, Vicky Fannaly and Mary Hirsch. Our free pass-along plants are labeled with common and scientific name plus planting instructions. Marilyn Wright brought plants both days at a later time to stagger our offering. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
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Day 3 of National Garden Week celebration: Gardenettes Kathy Bruce and Virginia Hawkins met two enthusiastic gardeners while putting out today's plants. Also thanks to Marilyn Wright and Susan LaBarre Pizani for bringing more plants a little later so we would not run out so quickly. Our club has been meeting such nice people at Ponchatoula Library! We are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
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Day 4 - June 6 |
Day 5 - June 7 |
Day 4 - Gardenettes share pass-along plants at the Ponchatoula Library in honor of National Garden Week. Librarian Michele Wilson on the right assists Mary Hirsch and Vicky Fannaly as they display their plants. Special thanks to Cindy Fannaly for donating plants for two of our days! The garden club is a member of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
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Day 5 - National Garden Week celebration in the Ponchatoula Library. Head librarian Kellie Ferrara shown with Gardenettes Ellen Larsen , Vicky Fannaly and chairman Sunday Hanson. Thanks for the extra plants brought an hour later by Virginia Hawkins, Kate Madre, and Susan Pizani! Garden club belongs to District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
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Day 6 - June 8
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Day 6 National Garden Week - last day! Gardenettes president Susan Pizani, Marilyn Wright, Mellie Singer, Vicky Fannaly, chairman Sunday Hanson came to bring plants. Had great response from the library patrons. Brought refreshments for the librarians. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc. |
May 2024
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For the Birds - Mellie Singer 5/30/2024
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FOR THE BIRDS!: Mellie Singer, Gardenettes Birds- Butterflies- Conservation Chairman, offers these informative facts: The Northern Cardinal is a non-migratory bird found commonly across Louisiana.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc. They are about 8 or 9 inches in length and are lovely easily recognizable songbirds. The males have striking red feathers and a scarlet crest, whereas the females are brown with tinges of red. They have a varied diet including seeds, insects, and fruit. They're frequent visitors to bird feeders and will be encouraged to visit your garden very easily, if you provide one. However, they can often aggressively defend their territory from intruders, including their own reflection in windows or mirrors. They primarily forage at ground level and are skilled at using their strong bills to crack open seeds and nuts. They have a distinctive call, often described as "pichew-pichew-pichew, chew, chew, chew, chew." Have a listen the next time you hear bird song. See if you can hear any cardinals. |
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District VI President's Meeting
CLUB PRESIDENTS and Guests.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 29TH MIDDENDORF'S at Manchac 11A.M.
Gardenettes members attended the Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc. District VI President's Meeting held May 29 at Middendorf's Restaurant in Akers.
Representing Gardenettes were Melly Singer, president Susan Pizani, Sunday Hanson, Virginia Hawkins and Vicky Fannaly. All clubs attending also belong to Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
District VI Director Donna Moran presided over the meeting. Newly elected presidents received useful forms and instructions for their coming term of office. Each of the fourteen club presidents gave a brief talk on one of their outstanding club programs and introduced their members who attended the luncheon.
Representing Gardenettes were Melly Singer, president Susan Pizani, Sunday Hanson, Virginia Hawkins and Vicky Fannaly. All clubs attending also belong to Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
District VI Director Donna Moran presided over the meeting. Newly elected presidents received useful forms and instructions for their coming term of office. Each of the fourteen club presidents gave a brief talk on one of their outstanding club programs and introduced their members who attended the luncheon.
May Garden of the Month - Kelly Pizani & Dominic Miceli
Proud parents Tillman and Susan Pizani attend the presentation of Garden of the Month to Kelly Pizani and Dominic Miceli
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Many beautiful roses make this an eye-catching garden.
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Kelly Pizani and Dominic Miceli, Rue Chateau in Belle Foret, received Gardenettes May Garden of the Month honors for their profusion of roses of many colors and types. Attending the presentation were parents Tillman and Susan Pizani, garden club president.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc. Selection was made by Margaret Bailey, chairman of the Garden of the Month committee.
"The landscaping is eyecatching with the profusion of colors. Although the roses bloom throughout the year, the garden is at it's peak at this time of the year. We are pleased to acknowledge the work that was spent to make this garden so beautiful," according to Bailey.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc. Selection was made by Margaret Bailey, chairman of the Garden of the Month committee.
"The landscaping is eyecatching with the profusion of colors. Although the roses bloom throughout the year, the garden is at it's peak at this time of the year. We are pleased to acknowledge the work that was spent to make this garden so beautiful," according to Bailey.
Installation Banquet - Murphy's Seafood & Steak
May 8, 2024
Susan Pizani was installed as president of the Gardenettes at Murphy's Seafood and Steak, in Hammond May 8. District VI Director Donna Moran conducted the ceremony.
Joining her were vice president Marilyn Wright; second vice president Vicky Fannaly; recording secretary Jamie LeBlanc; corresponding secretary Cynthia Cummer; treasurer Ellen Pusey; parliamentarian Sunday Hanson; chaplain Kathy Bruce.
The garden club belongs to District VI Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., National Garden Clubs Inc.
Outgoing president Fannaly selected Karen Hotard, Bosom Buddy Bag committee, as outstanding chairman. Hotard received an award. Horticultue and Exhibits chairman, Bruce, honored the club members who participated in the monthly. Members brought plants decorated with live flowers to be exchanged to the May meeting.
Preparations for National Garden Week, June 2-8, 2024, were outlined by Hanson. She intends to repeat last year's plant starters give-away at the Ponchatoula Library during that period. She plans to have new plants each day.
Mary Hirsch conducted the 50/50 raffle and plant exchange. Virginia Hawkins led the blessing. May birthdays included Margaret Bailey and Rose Husser. Bailey and Cricket Ayala announced the upcoming Garden of the Month and Genesis award winners.
Joining her were vice president Marilyn Wright; second vice president Vicky Fannaly; recording secretary Jamie LeBlanc; corresponding secretary Cynthia Cummer; treasurer Ellen Pusey; parliamentarian Sunday Hanson; chaplain Kathy Bruce.
The garden club belongs to District VI Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., National Garden Clubs Inc.
Outgoing president Fannaly selected Karen Hotard, Bosom Buddy Bag committee, as outstanding chairman. Hotard received an award. Horticultue and Exhibits chairman, Bruce, honored the club members who participated in the monthly. Members brought plants decorated with live flowers to be exchanged to the May meeting.
Preparations for National Garden Week, June 2-8, 2024, were outlined by Hanson. She intends to repeat last year's plant starters give-away at the Ponchatoula Library during that period. She plans to have new plants each day.
Mary Hirsch conducted the 50/50 raffle and plant exchange. Virginia Hawkins led the blessing. May birthdays included Margaret Bailey and Rose Husser. Bailey and Cricket Ayala announced the upcoming Garden of the Month and Genesis award winners.
April 2024
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Virginia Hawkins
Hoffman Road
April 9, 2024
Virginia Hawkins, Hoffman Road, received Garden of the Month honors for April. Presentation by Margaret Bailey and Vicky Fannaly for the Gardenettes, a Ponchatoula garden club, was made April 10.
Hawkins holds membership in Belle Oaks Garden Club (Hammond) and Gardenettes. Both clubs are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., National Garden Clubs Inc.
An avid gardener, Hawkins used a new technique for getting hard to grow poppies and larkspur seeds to germinate and grow as witnessed by her waist high blooms. Her garden boasts some very unusual blossoms, attractively placed among attractive yard decor.
Also present for the tour of Hawkins garden was Carolyn Todd, a member of Belle Oaks and Hammond Garden clubs. Phlox, amarylis, roses and clematis mingle with her many vegetable plants to adorn the pocket beds
Hawkins holds membership in Belle Oaks Garden Club (Hammond) and Gardenettes. Both clubs are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., National Garden Clubs Inc.
An avid gardener, Hawkins used a new technique for getting hard to grow poppies and larkspur seeds to germinate and grow as witnessed by her waist high blooms. Her garden boasts some very unusual blossoms, attractively placed among attractive yard decor.
Also present for the tour of Hawkins garden was Carolyn Todd, a member of Belle Oaks and Hammond Garden clubs. Phlox, amarylis, roses and clematis mingle with her many vegetable plants to adorn the pocket beds
LGCF Convention in Lake Charles, April 16-17, 2024
Gardenettes place first for Publicity Pressbook and received cash awards for their website and Facebook page at the Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc. held at L'Auberge Casino in Lake Charles April 16-17. The club also received three other awards for Arbor Day, Special Conservation and Garden Club Achievement.
Representing the Gardenettes from District VI were incoming president Susan Pizani, current president Vicky Fannaly, Marilyn Wright and Sunday Hanson. The club belongs to Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Founded in 1942, the club recently celebrated it's forty-second anniversary and forty-first year in the Federation.
Representing the Gardenettes from District VI were incoming president Susan Pizani, current president Vicky Fannaly, Marilyn Wright and Sunday Hanson. The club belongs to Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Founded in 1942, the club recently celebrated it's forty-second anniversary and forty-first year in the Federation.
Election of Officers April 2024
Susan Pizani has been elected president of the Gardenettes, a Ponchatoula garden club. She succeeds Vicky Fannaly in the position.
Other officers include vice president - Marilyn Wright; second vice-president – Fannaly; treasurer – Ellen Pusey; recording secretary – Jamie LeBlanc; corresponding secretary – Cynthia Cummer; parliamentarian – Sunday Hanson; chaplain – Kathy Bruce.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
A native of New Orleans, Pizani has lived in Covington, Metairie, and Colorado. Married to T. J. Pizani, she is the mother of two and proud grandmother of four. According to Pizani, “After Katrina we moved to Colorado where we lived for ten years. When it was time to come home, we decided to build a house in Ponchatoula. I quickly found the Gardenettes.”
Pizani has served in the garden club in many committees, but notably on Arbor Day where she has coordinated the annual January tree planting ceremonies.
Other officers include vice president - Marilyn Wright; second vice-president – Fannaly; treasurer – Ellen Pusey; recording secretary – Jamie LeBlanc; corresponding secretary – Cynthia Cummer; parliamentarian – Sunday Hanson; chaplain – Kathy Bruce.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
A native of New Orleans, Pizani has lived in Covington, Metairie, and Colorado. Married to T. J. Pizani, she is the mother of two and proud grandmother of four. According to Pizani, “After Katrina we moved to Colorado where we lived for ten years. When it was time to come home, we decided to build a house in Ponchatoula. I quickly found the Gardenettes.”
Pizani has served in the garden club in many committees, but notably on Arbor Day where she has coordinated the annual January tree planting ceremonies.
Pam and Jimmy Byers - Garden Revisited
April 18, 2024
Presenting the award in 2018 were Sonya Avery, president, the late Pam Byers, with Jane O'Flynn and Ellen Pusey.
Gardenettes visited the gardens of the late Pam Byers, a past Garden of the Month winner, to view the flowers she worked so hard to nurture before her sudden passing recently. Invited by her husband, Jimmy Byers, Pam’s blossoms echoed her enthusiasm for beautifying her surroundings.
The last award Pam received was presented by Sonya Avery, Jane O’Flynn and Ellen Pusey in August 2018. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
According to her husband Jimmy, “Pam’s love for gardening has been full of tips handed down through generations. She has flowers all around the home; but her back patio was her relaxation spot with tropical plants, jasmine, mandevillas, petunias, hammock, porch swing, rocking chairs and hummingbird feeders. She loved to just sit and relax with her husband listening to music. Pam had a green thumb and could grow elephant ears bigger than herself and beautiful trees and gardens full of flowers and tomatoes.”
The Gardenettes will miss this avid plant lover whose inspiration helped beautify our city, according to Vicky Fannaly, current garden club president.
Jimmy explained, "At the front entrance is a seating area where you can rest after hours of yard work or just to enjoy the colorful flowers. Crepe Myrtles line the side drive and along the side of the house are mandevillas with a variety of plants. Pam has azaleas camellias ligustrum and pieris, lantanas, bleeding heart vine, South Carolina vine, Confederate Jasmine vine, English ivy and many other bushes and shrubs. Also many flowering annuals add color. Many plants are protected from the sun by the shade of large trees. Pam states the sun loving plants are doing well under their shade rather than in the sun (just too hot even for them). In the patio area are potted plants collected by Pam over the 6 years that she and Jimmy have lived at this location. Yard art and flags add to the landscape."
The last award Pam received was presented by Sonya Avery, Jane O’Flynn and Ellen Pusey in August 2018. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
According to her husband Jimmy, “Pam’s love for gardening has been full of tips handed down through generations. She has flowers all around the home; but her back patio was her relaxation spot with tropical plants, jasmine, mandevillas, petunias, hammock, porch swing, rocking chairs and hummingbird feeders. She loved to just sit and relax with her husband listening to music. Pam had a green thumb and could grow elephant ears bigger than herself and beautiful trees and gardens full of flowers and tomatoes.”
The Gardenettes will miss this avid plant lover whose inspiration helped beautify our city, according to Vicky Fannaly, current garden club president.
Jimmy explained, "At the front entrance is a seating area where you can rest after hours of yard work or just to enjoy the colorful flowers. Crepe Myrtles line the side drive and along the side of the house are mandevillas with a variety of plants. Pam has azaleas camellias ligustrum and pieris, lantanas, bleeding heart vine, South Carolina vine, Confederate Jasmine vine, English ivy and many other bushes and shrubs. Also many flowering annuals add color. Many plants are protected from the sun by the shade of large trees. Pam states the sun loving plants are doing well under their shade rather than in the sun (just too hot even for them). In the patio area are potted plants collected by Pam over the 6 years that she and Jimmy have lived at this location. Yard art and flags add to the landscape."
CLEANEST CITY CONTEST JUDGING
- BATON ROUGE 4/2/2024 -
Baton Rouge Garden Club hosted the Cleanest City District VI competition April 2 at the Downtown Development District office, 247 Florida St. in Baton Rouge. Representing Gardenettes, a Ponchatoula club, were Vicky Fannaly and Virginia Hawkins. They and the third judge Carolyn Todd are members of Belle Oaks Garden club as well. All clubs are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Club Inc. State judging will be held April 23 through May 3.
March 2024
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March - April
Roussel's Fine Jewelry & Gifts
March 13, 2024
Rene Roussel, Roussel’s Fine Jewelry and Gifts, 177 W. Pine St., accepted the Genesis Award for commercial displays from the Gardenettes. A Ponchatoula garden club, the group is a member of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
“Roussel’s was selected for helping maintain the beauty of downtown Ponchatoula. The display windows feature beautiful butterfly and floral art created by author and illustrator Ariane Trammell, according to Cricket Ayala, garden club chairman.
Assisting Ayala in the presentation, were Gardenettes Cynthia Cummer, Mary Hirsch, Margaret Bailey and Susan Pizani - photo by Ellen Pusey, present but not shown.
“Roussel’s was selected for helping maintain the beauty of downtown Ponchatoula. The display windows feature beautiful butterfly and floral art created by author and illustrator Ariane Trammell, according to Cricket Ayala, garden club chairman.
Assisting Ayala in the presentation, were Gardenettes Cynthia Cummer, Mary Hirsch, Margaret Bailey and Susan Pizani - photo by Ellen Pusey, present but not shown.
March Garden of the Month - March 2024
Gardenettes presented March Garden of the Month award to cDawn and Manly Cazedessus, 215 North 6th Street, March 20. Gardenettes, a Ponchatoula garden club, holds membership in District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
According to chairman Margaret Bailey, the lovely home shows off their well maintained landscaping displays with use of Loropetalum, Bridal wreath, camellias, Agapanthus, palmetto, and magnolia trees. The Cazedessus family, joined by Sammy, his golden retriever, welcomed garden club members Bailey, Marilyn Wright and Cricket Ayala. Photos were taken by Ayala.
According to chairman Margaret Bailey, the lovely home shows off their well maintained landscaping displays with use of Loropetalum, Bridal wreath, camellias, Agapanthus, palmetto, and magnolia trees. The Cazedessus family, joined by Sammy, his golden retriever, welcomed garden club members Bailey, Marilyn Wright and Cricket Ayala. Photos were taken by Ayala.
March 13, 2024 Meeting
Gardenette Sunday Hanson shared tips on composting and enriching soil for maximum yield vegetables and vigorous blooming plants at the garden club’s March 13 meeting, held at the Strawberry Board Building in Memorial Park.
Hanson brought samples of the supplies she uses to ensure success. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Hostesses for the event were Karen Hotard, Mary Hirsch, and Susan Pizani. They distributed door prizes to lucky club members. Dottie Boudreaux conducted the 50/50 raffle. Chaplain Kathy Bruce gave the opening prayer and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Treasurer Ellen Pusey read the financial report. Sunshine Chairman Cynthia Cummer discussed using email versus mailing cards for birthdays and condolences. The consensus was to mail a card and an email.
Genesis chairman, Cricket Ayala, invited everyone to go after the meeting to Rousell’s Fine Jewelry and Gifts, 177 W. Pine St. to make the presentation of the commercial beautification award. Margaret Bailey, chairman, announced the Garden of the Month recipient for March. Photos will be taken during the weekend.
Reporting for the nominating committee, Cummer announced the candidates for office for the coming year which starts in September following the club’s summer vacation. Nominees were voted in and will be officially announced at a later date.
Chairman Hanson made plans for National Garden Week June 2-8, with the possible repeat of last year’s successful plant giveaways. She distributed small pots to members so they could start making cuttings and sowing seeds for the event. The club plans to give these away at the Ponchatoula Library during this national event.
Exhibits chairman Kathy Bruce displayed her all green “St. Patrick’s Day” arrangement, giving hints on how to bring floral displays as outlined in the club’s yearbook. She and Virginia Hawkins judged the horticulture brought in by members. A plant exchange was held, with extra plants being sold to benefit the club.
Arbor Day Chairman, Pizani, gave a recap of the January Arbor Day ceremonies with Mayor Bob Zabbia. The club did not have a business meeting since then as they attended the joint Tangipahoa Garden Clubs meeting in February.
President Vicky Fannaly announced the LGCF Inc. flower bulb fundraiser, the Madisonville Flower Show and the Art in Bloom scheduled mini-class in June. Present but not previously mentioned were Marilyn Wright, Margaret Hardin and Carol Mc Gough.
Hanson brought samples of the supplies she uses to ensure success. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Hostesses for the event were Karen Hotard, Mary Hirsch, and Susan Pizani. They distributed door prizes to lucky club members. Dottie Boudreaux conducted the 50/50 raffle. Chaplain Kathy Bruce gave the opening prayer and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Treasurer Ellen Pusey read the financial report. Sunshine Chairman Cynthia Cummer discussed using email versus mailing cards for birthdays and condolences. The consensus was to mail a card and an email.
Genesis chairman, Cricket Ayala, invited everyone to go after the meeting to Rousell’s Fine Jewelry and Gifts, 177 W. Pine St. to make the presentation of the commercial beautification award. Margaret Bailey, chairman, announced the Garden of the Month recipient for March. Photos will be taken during the weekend.
Reporting for the nominating committee, Cummer announced the candidates for office for the coming year which starts in September following the club’s summer vacation. Nominees were voted in and will be officially announced at a later date.
Chairman Hanson made plans for National Garden Week June 2-8, with the possible repeat of last year’s successful plant giveaways. She distributed small pots to members so they could start making cuttings and sowing seeds for the event. The club plans to give these away at the Ponchatoula Library during this national event.
Exhibits chairman Kathy Bruce displayed her all green “St. Patrick’s Day” arrangement, giving hints on how to bring floral displays as outlined in the club’s yearbook. She and Virginia Hawkins judged the horticulture brought in by members. A plant exchange was held, with extra plants being sold to benefit the club.
Arbor Day Chairman, Pizani, gave a recap of the January Arbor Day ceremonies with Mayor Bob Zabbia. The club did not have a business meeting since then as they attended the joint Tangipahoa Garden Clubs meeting in February.
President Vicky Fannaly announced the LGCF Inc. flower bulb fundraiser, the Madisonville Flower Show and the Art in Bloom scheduled mini-class in June. Present but not previously mentioned were Marilyn Wright, Margaret Hardin and Carol Mc Gough.
February 2024
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Bosom Buddy Bags - 2/7/2024
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Gardenette chairman Karen Hotard delivered fifty Bosom Buddy Bags to Staci Arceneaux, liason at North Oaks Hospital, for the cancer and surgery patients February 7. These cheerful bags are appreciated by post surgery patients for holding their drip bags.
The club is a member of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc. For the past ten years, the garden club has been sewing these handy bags for the hospital. Started in 2014 to honor breast cancer awareness month, the tradition continues mainly because of the good response. The club has received letters of appreciation from patients who have received them over the years. Hotard who does much of the sewing on these bags herself enjoys the positive feedback she has received from the hospital regarding her efforts. |
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Circle of Roses - Margaret Bailey 2/7/2024
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Gardenette past president Margaret Bailey receives Circle of Roses honor from current president Vicky Fannaly at the annual Joint Tangipahoa Garden Clubs meeting February 7 at Oak Knoll Country Club.
A second generation recipient of this honor, Bailey joins her mother the late Edith Vitter in receiving the Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc.'s prestigious commendation recognizing years of high level service in their organization. Clubs present included Gardenettes, Hammond Garden Club, Belle Oaks Garden Club and Stem and Stamen Garden Club of Amite. All are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc. Bailey who was a member of Junior Gardenettes as a child remembers learning basic flower arranging and plant identification from an early age. A graduate of Lousiana State University in Baton Rouge, she received a Masters Degree from the University of New Orleans. She now resides in Ponchatoula. |
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February Joint Tangipahoa Parish Meeting 2/7/2024
Gardenettes attended the annual Tangipahoa Joint Garden Club Meeting hosted by Hammond Garden Club at Oak Knoll Country Club February 7.
Other attendees came from Belle Oaks Garden Club of Hammond and Stem and Stamen Garden Club of Amite. All four clubs are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Wearing Mardi Gras costumes and theme related apparel, the members enjoyed a very interesting program on Mardi Gras around the world was presented by Dr. Sam Hyde Jr., Director Center for Southeast Louisiana Studies at Southeastern Louisiana University.
Other attendees came from Belle Oaks Garden Club of Hammond and Stem and Stamen Garden Club of Amite. All four clubs are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Wearing Mardi Gras costumes and theme related apparel, the members enjoyed a very interesting program on Mardi Gras around the world was presented by Dr. Sam Hyde Jr., Director Center for Southeast Louisiana Studies at Southeastern Louisiana University.
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January 2024
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Genesis Award - January 31, 2023
The Oaks Wedding & Event Center
The Oaks Wedding and Event Center, 18444 Hwy. 22 East, received the Gardenettes January-February Genesis Award for their landscaping. Accepting the honor January 31 for the Center were Donald Jones and Missy Hammack.
Landscaping is maintained by Katie Albert. Garden club members present included chairman Cricket Ayala, Margaret Bailey, Susan Pizani and Vicky Fannaly. The club is a member of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
According to Ayala, beautiful oak trees drawith moss and dazzling lights are the focus in the garden of the Center. Magnolia trees, roses, azaleas, Chinese privet, bamboo, Japanese Pittosporum and Indian hawthorn are just a part of the landscaping features of this lovely event venue.
Landscaping is maintained by Katie Albert. Garden club members present included chairman Cricket Ayala, Margaret Bailey, Susan Pizani and Vicky Fannaly. The club is a member of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
According to Ayala, beautiful oak trees drawith moss and dazzling lights are the focus in the garden of the Center. Magnolia trees, roses, azaleas, Chinese privet, bamboo, Japanese Pittosporum and Indian hawthorn are just a part of the landscaping features of this lovely event venue.
Arbor Day - January 23, 2024
Gardenettes gathered at Memorial Park to celebrate Arbor Day on January 23. Mayor Bob Zabbia officiated at the ceremony as a Shumard oak was planted on the Strawberry Festival grounds main site.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc. Attending were chairman Susan Pizani, Mellie Singer, Kathy Bruce,
The Shumard oak was selected for its bright autumn foliage and tolerance to heat and poor soil conditions. A dependable shade tree, the Shumard is known for it's long lifespan.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc. Attending were chairman Susan Pizani, Mellie Singer, Kathy Bruce,
The Shumard oak was selected for its bright autumn foliage and tolerance to heat and poor soil conditions. A dependable shade tree, the Shumard is known for it's long lifespan.
Garden of the Month - January 22, 2024
Mary and Jay Ransom at 12031 Koerin Drive received January Garden of the Month honors from the Gardenettes. The garden club is a member of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
The couple were honored in 2016 for their outstanding landscaping. According to Margaret Bailey, committee chairman, "There is a tall Savanah holly that lost all of its leaves leaving behind a stunning tree of red berries. Their well maintained landscaping of Pampas grass, holly, Crepe myrtles, sago palms and liriope also had blooming camellias, azaleas and petunias. These sadly fell prey to our deep freeze. Mary Ransom urged me to tell everyone to come by in the spring when their yard is in full bloom."
The couple were honored in 2016 for their outstanding landscaping. According to Margaret Bailey, committee chairman, "There is a tall Savanah holly that lost all of its leaves leaving behind a stunning tree of red berries. Their well maintained landscaping of Pampas grass, holly, Crepe myrtles, sago palms and liriope also had blooming camellias, azaleas and petunias. These sadly fell prey to our deep freeze. Mary Ransom urged me to tell everyone to come by in the spring when their yard is in full bloom."
January 2024 Meeting: Camellias!
John Grimm, Master Gardener and owner of Camellia Heaven in Bush, presented a slide show of camellias of Western Australia to the Gardenettes at their January 10 meeting. Despite the less than ideal conditions offered by the country for the growth of this favored winter plant, he found many exceptional blooming camellias.
Grimm, who belongs to many specialty plant groups is a member of Belle Oaks Garden Club. He serves on the board of the American Camellia Society. Gardenettes and Belle Oaks are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Guests included Mona Middlebrook, Sandy Grimm, Timothy McLendon, and new Gardenette member Virginia Hawkins. Hostesses for the event included Cynthia Cummer, Jamie LeBlanc, and Sandy Cusick. Members congratulated Cricket Ayala on her upcoming birthday.
Following Grimm's presentation, the business meeting was called to order. Kathy Bruce gave an opening prayer and the collect. Corresponding secretary, Cummer updated the group on those who were ill and listed the February birthdays. Exhibits committee members Bruce and Melly Singer judged the horticulture specimens and awarded ribbons for condition and excellence. Members who brought specimens were Vicky Fannaly and Margaret Bailey.
Arbor Day chairman, Susan Pizani, invited everyone to attend the Arbor Day ceremony set for January 23
at 11:00 a.m. on the south side of Memorial Park.
Grimm, who belongs to many specialty plant groups is a member of Belle Oaks Garden Club. He serves on the board of the American Camellia Society. Gardenettes and Belle Oaks are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Guests included Mona Middlebrook, Sandy Grimm, Timothy McLendon, and new Gardenette member Virginia Hawkins. Hostesses for the event included Cynthia Cummer, Jamie LeBlanc, and Sandy Cusick. Members congratulated Cricket Ayala on her upcoming birthday.
Following Grimm's presentation, the business meeting was called to order. Kathy Bruce gave an opening prayer and the collect. Corresponding secretary, Cummer updated the group on those who were ill and listed the February birthdays. Exhibits committee members Bruce and Melly Singer judged the horticulture specimens and awarded ribbons for condition and excellence. Members who brought specimens were Vicky Fannaly and Margaret Bailey.
Arbor Day chairman, Susan Pizani, invited everyone to attend the Arbor Day ceremony set for January 23
at 11:00 a.m. on the south side of Memorial Park.
December 2023
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Christmas Tea - December 13, 2023
Kathy Bruce hosted the Gardenettes Christmas Tea, a tradition since 1942, in her home in Loranger on December 13. The club is member of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Bruce gave the opening prayer. All members brought covered dishes. Dottie Boudreaux conducted the stealing gift exchange, and Susan Pizani discussed the plans for Arbor Day tree planting in January.
Bruce gave the opening prayer. All members brought covered dishes. Dottie Boudreaux conducted the stealing gift exchange, and Susan Pizani discussed the plans for Arbor Day tree planting in January.
Gardenettes Mary Hirsch, Marilyn Wright, Vicky Fannaly, Garden of the Month chairman Margaret Bailey
Vicky Fannaly, 41411 S. Range Road, received Gardenettes' Garden of the Month honors for December. The garden club is a member of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc. (LGCF Inc.), Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Fannaly, president of the Gardenettes, is also a member of Belle Oaks Garden Club in Hammond, North Shore Daylily Society, Tangipahoa Master Gardeners, and Gladiolus Garden Club. She is a on the LGCF Garden Consultant's Council, and holds two state chairmanships.
According to Fannaly, roses and lilies are her favorites, but she enjoys trying new plants. Her garden is unusual in that it is sectioned off into many seating areas, perfect for enjoying a cup of coffee or writing a good book, one of her favorite pastimes. Fannaly has eleven books available on Amazon.com books, as well as works published in six anthologies.
A member of the Gardenettes since 1980, Fannaly has many plants she swapped with other members, making them special reminders of friends long gone, when they bloom. Perennial morning glories and climbing Gloriosa lilies are some of the many vines that climb the many trellis and arbors in the garden.
A 1947 Cadillac and a 1947 Buick serve as yard art, a reminder of Fannaly's online antique auto parts business through her eBay store.
Fannaly, president of the Gardenettes, is also a member of Belle Oaks Garden Club in Hammond, North Shore Daylily Society, Tangipahoa Master Gardeners, and Gladiolus Garden Club. She is a on the LGCF Garden Consultant's Council, and holds two state chairmanships.
According to Fannaly, roses and lilies are her favorites, but she enjoys trying new plants. Her garden is unusual in that it is sectioned off into many seating areas, perfect for enjoying a cup of coffee or writing a good book, one of her favorite pastimes. Fannaly has eleven books available on Amazon.com books, as well as works published in six anthologies.
A member of the Gardenettes since 1980, Fannaly has many plants she swapped with other members, making them special reminders of friends long gone, when they bloom. Perennial morning glories and climbing Gloriosa lilies are some of the many vines that climb the many trellis and arbors in the garden.
A 1947 Cadillac and a 1947 Buick serve as yard art, a reminder of Fannaly's online antique auto parts business through her eBay store.
November 2023
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Annual Tree Trimming at North Oaks Hospital
November 28, 2023
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Gardenettes decorating day at North Oaks Hospital! We decked the halls at the Main Entrance and in the Emergency Room lobby. Both trees were done in gold and red. Our garden club is a member of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Genesis Award for November-December
Ponchatoula City Hall received the Genesis Award for their landscaping from the Gardenettes. The garden club represented by Cricket Ayala, presented the plaque for November and December to Mayor Bob Zabbia on November 8.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc. The landscape maintained by Prestige One is mainly evergreens – creeping juniper, camellias, azaleas, crepe myrtle, Chinese holly and oaks. Other accent plants include flax, lily, ginger, and ornamental corn plants. The crepe myrtle and oak trees will be wrapped in lights for the Christmas season.
Attending the presentation were City Hall staff members: Bailey Breaux, Michelle Roy, Caroline Ott, Tara Umbach, Brandon Fletcher, Nikki James, Lisa Jones and Melanie Scott. Ponchatoula’s First Lady Kim Zabbia participated. Gardenettes assisting were Marilyn Wright, Sunday Hanson, Cynthia Cummer, Mary Hirsch, Jamie LeBlanc, and Dottie Boudreaux.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc. The landscape maintained by Prestige One is mainly evergreens – creeping juniper, camellias, azaleas, crepe myrtle, Chinese holly and oaks. Other accent plants include flax, lily, ginger, and ornamental corn plants. The crepe myrtle and oak trees will be wrapped in lights for the Christmas season.
Attending the presentation were City Hall staff members: Bailey Breaux, Michelle Roy, Caroline Ott, Tara Umbach, Brandon Fletcher, Nikki James, Lisa Jones and Melanie Scott. Ponchatoula’s First Lady Kim Zabbia participated. Gardenettes assisting were Marilyn Wright, Sunday Hanson, Cynthia Cummer, Mary Hirsch, Jamie LeBlanc, and Dottie Boudreaux.
November 8 Meeting
Cindy Moran, Baton Rouge Garden Club, featured plants to grow in the fall for spring blossoms in her address “Fall In, Spring Out,” at the Gardenettes November 8 meeting in the Strawberry Board building in Memorial Park.
Moran recommended foxglove, snapdragons, Heuchera, Verbena, Lamium, among others. Moran brought flowers for both shade and sun. Planting these cold tolerant plants now will give them time to get established and produce a beautiful spring display.
Hostesses for the meeting were Ellen Pusey, Carol McGough and Margaret Hardin. The club welcomed a new member, Doris Pennington, a guest of Marilyn Wright. Dottie Boudreaux gave the opening prayer.
Genesis Award Chairman, Cricket Ayala, invited members to help present the landscaping award to the City of Ponchatoula for their fall landscaping. President Vicky Fannaly asked members to decide whether or not to continue their White Elephant sales which the club tried for a two-month trial. It was decided to discontinue the program and donate any unsold items to Mary Hirsch for the Swampy Paws annual yard sale.
Sunday Hanson gave a report on the District VI Fall Meeting held in Hammond recently. November birthdays included Cynthia Cummer and Karen Hotard. Members congratulated Mellie Singer on her new granddaughter. Following the treasurer’s report by Pusey, Jamie LeBlanc encouraged members to donate to Penny Pines, a fund to plant trees at Kisatchie National Forest.
Pusey brought exhibits and horticulture specimens. Marilyn Wright gave out buckeye seeds for planting or good luck tokens. These came from Margaret Bailey’s tree. Wright then gave a recap of Make a Difference Day when Gardenettes gave out cancer awareness tokens. Susan Pizani reminded members that we will be planting an Arbor Day tree in January. The club welcomed back Rose Husser who had been ill. The December meeting will be held at the home of Kathy Bruce.
Moran recommended foxglove, snapdragons, Heuchera, Verbena, Lamium, among others. Moran brought flowers for both shade and sun. Planting these cold tolerant plants now will give them time to get established and produce a beautiful spring display.
Hostesses for the meeting were Ellen Pusey, Carol McGough and Margaret Hardin. The club welcomed a new member, Doris Pennington, a guest of Marilyn Wright. Dottie Boudreaux gave the opening prayer.
Genesis Award Chairman, Cricket Ayala, invited members to help present the landscaping award to the City of Ponchatoula for their fall landscaping. President Vicky Fannaly asked members to decide whether or not to continue their White Elephant sales which the club tried for a two-month trial. It was decided to discontinue the program and donate any unsold items to Mary Hirsch for the Swampy Paws annual yard sale.
Sunday Hanson gave a report on the District VI Fall Meeting held in Hammond recently. November birthdays included Cynthia Cummer and Karen Hotard. Members congratulated Mellie Singer on her new granddaughter. Following the treasurer’s report by Pusey, Jamie LeBlanc encouraged members to donate to Penny Pines, a fund to plant trees at Kisatchie National Forest.
Pusey brought exhibits and horticulture specimens. Marilyn Wright gave out buckeye seeds for planting or good luck tokens. These came from Margaret Bailey’s tree. Wright then gave a recap of Make a Difference Day when Gardenettes gave out cancer awareness tokens. Susan Pizani reminded members that we will be planting an Arbor Day tree in January. The club welcomed back Rose Husser who had been ill. The December meeting will be held at the home of Kathy Bruce.
Garden of the Month - November - Lillian Cameron
101 Ann Drive -- November 1, 2023
Lillian Cameron at 101 Ann Drive received Garden of the Month honors on November 1, from the Gardenettes, a Ponchatoula garden club. The group belongs to District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
According to Margaret Bailey, chairman, "I found the beautiful yard by getting lost on the Barringer Drive detour. This stunning yard is well worth the effort to find off of 13th Street. The first thing you notice is a large stand of Cockscomb. The beds are full of color: roses, Lantana, Mandevilla, chrysanthemums, Mexican heather, Vinca, hidden lilies and elephant ears to name a few. Lillian and her sister tend to these plants most of which are from cuttings and seeds from friends and family.
According to Margaret Bailey, chairman, "I found the beautiful yard by getting lost on the Barringer Drive detour. This stunning yard is well worth the effort to find off of 13th Street. The first thing you notice is a large stand of Cockscomb. The beds are full of color: roses, Lantana, Mandevilla, chrysanthemums, Mexican heather, Vinca, hidden lilies and elephant ears to name a few. Lillian and her sister tend to these plants most of which are from cuttings and seeds from friends and family.
October 2023
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Make A Difference Day - October 28, 2023
Gardenettes pinned 200 Breast Cancer Awareness ribbons on people Saturday, October 28, for Make A Difference Day. Members visiting places in Ponchatoula, included Sunday Hanson, Marilyn Wright, Cricket Ayala, Ellen Pusey and Margaret Bailey
The garden club is a member of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc. According to Margaret Bailey, chairman for the event, "We went in many stores and restaurants as well as the library. Everyone was so nice and accepted these pins, often relating stories of their own." |
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Monthly Meeting - October 11, 2023
Gardenette Sunday Hanson gave a powerpoint presentation "Stop and Smell the Tomatoes" on successful growing techniques for tomato plants. She addressed the October 11 Gardenette meeting held at the Strawberry Board Building.
According to Hanson, there are two types of people, those who grow tomatoes annually for that homegrown taste and those who only think about it. She recommended planting the transplants so deep that only the leaves and an inch of stem show above ground. This gives the plant a chance to make extra roots along the buried stem. She gave lots of pointers for insect protection collars and sturdy tomato cages.
The club is a member of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc. The meeting was hosted by Cricket Ayala, Rose Ann Husser and Margaret Bailey who gave the opening prayer. Corresponding secretary Cynthia Cummer updated the group regarding birthdays and illness notes sent. A finance report was presented by Ellen Pusey.
Bailey and Mellie Singer judged the horticulture and floral displays. Bailey then reported on the October Garden of the Month which was presented to Paulette and James Lewis, 428 N. Third St. Ayala spoke on the presentation of the Genesis commercial landscaping award which went to the Ponchatoula Police Department.
President Vicky Fannaly asked for suggestions for Make a Difference Day, Octobeer 28. Bailey offered to host the event which will consist of carnations being given out in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness. She plans to do this in the downtown area.
The November meeting will be held November 8 with Ellen Pusey, Carol McGough and Margaret Hardin acting as co-hostesses. Door prizes were won by Singer, Hanson and McGough. Dottie Boudreaux conducted a 50/50 raffle which was won by Pusey. A white elephant sale was held as a club benefit.
According to Hanson, there are two types of people, those who grow tomatoes annually for that homegrown taste and those who only think about it. She recommended planting the transplants so deep that only the leaves and an inch of stem show above ground. This gives the plant a chance to make extra roots along the buried stem. She gave lots of pointers for insect protection collars and sturdy tomato cages.
The club is a member of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc. The meeting was hosted by Cricket Ayala, Rose Ann Husser and Margaret Bailey who gave the opening prayer. Corresponding secretary Cynthia Cummer updated the group regarding birthdays and illness notes sent. A finance report was presented by Ellen Pusey.
Bailey and Mellie Singer judged the horticulture and floral displays. Bailey then reported on the October Garden of the Month which was presented to Paulette and James Lewis, 428 N. Third St. Ayala spoke on the presentation of the Genesis commercial landscaping award which went to the Ponchatoula Police Department.
President Vicky Fannaly asked for suggestions for Make a Difference Day, Octobeer 28. Bailey offered to host the event which will consist of carnations being given out in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness. She plans to do this in the downtown area.
The November meeting will be held November 8 with Ellen Pusey, Carol McGough and Margaret Hardin acting as co-hostesses. Door prizes were won by Singer, Hanson and McGough. Dottie Boudreaux conducted a 50/50 raffle which was won by Pusey. A white elephant sale was held as a club benefit.
Garden of the Month - Paulette and James Lewis
428 N. 3rd St.
Paulette and James Lewis, 428 N. Third St., received Gardenettes' Garden of the Month honors October 6. The garden club belongs to District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
According to Margaret Bailey, club chairman, Lewis' yard is ablaze with brightly blooming tall Mexican petunias. Large orange lantana shrubs crowd for attention during the summer. James has large cashmere bouquet bushes near her carport which have intermingled with the lantana and petunias for extra color. In the spring, her dark lavendar rambler roses perfume her garden. James also has Japanese plums and yellow fall blooming acacias, making her garden a special place for relaxing. James' enjoys propagating cuttings of her plants and using the new plants to share with her children.
According to Margaret Bailey, club chairman, Lewis' yard is ablaze with brightly blooming tall Mexican petunias. Large orange lantana shrubs crowd for attention during the summer. James has large cashmere bouquet bushes near her carport which have intermingled with the lantana and petunias for extra color. In the spring, her dark lavendar rambler roses perfume her garden. James also has Japanese plums and yellow fall blooming acacias, making her garden a special place for relaxing. James' enjoys propagating cuttings of her plants and using the new plants to share with her children.
September 2023
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Genesis Award 2023 September - October
Ponchatoula Police Department
September 29, 2023
The Ponchatoula Police Department located at 195 North 6th St. received the September-October Genesis Award from the Gardenettes. The landscaping around the Police Department is mostly evergreens: hawthorns, Chinese Ligustrum, tall holly trees, azaleas and flax lilies. There is also a row of crape myrtles in the front and in back a row of magnolias. This beautiful landscaping is maintained by Prestige One.
Attending the award ceremony were Margaret Bailey, Susan Pizani, Cricket Ayala Chairman, Bry Layrisson Chief of Police , Ellen Pusey, Shay Scallan Secretary, Kathy Bruce, Sandy Cusick. Attending but not pictured were Jim Betbeze Assistant Chief of Police and Lt. Kenny Schliegelmeyer.
The Gardenettes are members of District VI Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Attending the award ceremony were Margaret Bailey, Susan Pizani, Cricket Ayala Chairman, Bry Layrisson Chief of Police , Ellen Pusey, Shay Scallan Secretary, Kathy Bruce, Sandy Cusick. Attending but not pictured were Jim Betbeze Assistant Chief of Police and Lt. Kenny Schliegelmeyer.
The Gardenettes are members of District VI Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
KATHY BRUCE: CIRCLE OF ROSES
September 13, 2023
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Past Gardenette President Kathy Bruce, receives Circle of Roses honors, for her many years of activity in the club. Making the presentation is LGCF Inc. Representative at Large and Circle of Roses Chairman Kathy Bedenbaugh. Receiving a red rose from Club President Vicky Fannaly, Bruce thanked the club for her honor.
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Kathy Bruce, former Gardenette President, received the prestigious Circle of Roses honor from Kathy Bedenbaugh, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc. Representative at Large and Circle of Roses Chairman. The honor was awarded in a ceremony at the Gardenettes September 13 meeting at the Strawberry Board Building.
Serving as Gardenettes president from the years 2002 and 2003, Kathy Bruce joined the garden club in 1989. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
To qualify for this distinction, a recipient must have been an outstanding member for at least 15 years and be over seventy years of age.
According to Bruce, “I joined in 1989 as Donna Burge and Linda Egnew had children in my kindergarten class that year. These two ladies invited me to Linda’s house for lunch one Saturday and asked if I’d be interested in joining Gardenettes. I remember attending my first meeting at Betty Rosson’s home, when Cynthia Oregon was president in 1989. Cynthia’s husband, George, went to school with my husband, Rolly, in Gretna. We became friends and connected with them through my membership in the garden club”.
Bruce’s first committee was Garden of the Month with Pat Sweeney. She recalls, “I have a picture of Miss Pat and I awarding my first recipient across the road from Kathy Bedenbaugh’s home (the white brick house beside the creek). I always enjoyed this committee as you made new friends, and the families usually invited you in for iced tea or a cup of coffee.”
Through the years, since Bruce taught school her involvement in the club had been limited, but Garden of the Month remained her committee of choice.
“I remember we had to contact The Daily Star and The Ponchatoula Times to meet at the honored home for photos. I got to be close friends with photographers Randy Bergeron and Brian McMahon through the years. Randy would always put me on the spot and ask the name of various flowers in the homeowner’s garden. With time as technology improved, I wasn’t tech savvy to email photos to the newspaper, so I stepped down from this committee,” she said.
Bruce taught kindergarten in Ponchatoula. The Gardenettes would save their coffee and coupons for education to present to her school, Perrin Early Learning Center, as a service project for the club. Each spring the Gardenettes would gather at Perrin for a presentation of the coupons to the school. This was a tradition for a good 15+ years.
“I remember my husband, Rolly, designing a sign for The Bird Sanctuary at Collinswood Museum, and he refurbished the Garden of the Month sign several times for the club. One October Rolly designed scarecrows for the Gardenettes to decorate the downtown area for Fall,” she reminisced.
Since Christmas has always been her favorite season given that she celebrated a December birthday too. She recalls she always enjoyed Peggy April and Cynthia Orgeron’s hospitality with hosting the Gardenettes Christmas Tea. As time marched on and these two ladies were no longer able to host this event, Bruce has hosted the Christmas tea in her home over the past 20 years. Decorating the Christmas trees at North Oaks Hospital has been a favorite community project for her.
“The trees give a smile and a hug to the families as they visit their loved ones in the hospital. It warms my heart to bring a bit of Christmas cheer to our community,” she said.
Bruce enjoys learning about horticulture as she has been the horticulture and the exhibits chairman for the past few years.
According to Bruce, “Each new job broadens my gardening knowledge. I have made many lifelong friends through my 34 years as a Gardenettes member, I was honored to serve as president from 2003-2005. I continue to participate in supporting the Garden of the Month and the Genesis Award photo shoots when I’m available. Friends are definitely the flowers in life!”
Serving as Gardenettes president from the years 2002 and 2003, Kathy Bruce joined the garden club in 1989. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
To qualify for this distinction, a recipient must have been an outstanding member for at least 15 years and be over seventy years of age.
According to Bruce, “I joined in 1989 as Donna Burge and Linda Egnew had children in my kindergarten class that year. These two ladies invited me to Linda’s house for lunch one Saturday and asked if I’d be interested in joining Gardenettes. I remember attending my first meeting at Betty Rosson’s home, when Cynthia Oregon was president in 1989. Cynthia’s husband, George, went to school with my husband, Rolly, in Gretna. We became friends and connected with them through my membership in the garden club”.
Bruce’s first committee was Garden of the Month with Pat Sweeney. She recalls, “I have a picture of Miss Pat and I awarding my first recipient across the road from Kathy Bedenbaugh’s home (the white brick house beside the creek). I always enjoyed this committee as you made new friends, and the families usually invited you in for iced tea or a cup of coffee.”
Through the years, since Bruce taught school her involvement in the club had been limited, but Garden of the Month remained her committee of choice.
“I remember we had to contact The Daily Star and The Ponchatoula Times to meet at the honored home for photos. I got to be close friends with photographers Randy Bergeron and Brian McMahon through the years. Randy would always put me on the spot and ask the name of various flowers in the homeowner’s garden. With time as technology improved, I wasn’t tech savvy to email photos to the newspaper, so I stepped down from this committee,” she said.
Bruce taught kindergarten in Ponchatoula. The Gardenettes would save their coffee and coupons for education to present to her school, Perrin Early Learning Center, as a service project for the club. Each spring the Gardenettes would gather at Perrin for a presentation of the coupons to the school. This was a tradition for a good 15+ years.
“I remember my husband, Rolly, designing a sign for The Bird Sanctuary at Collinswood Museum, and he refurbished the Garden of the Month sign several times for the club. One October Rolly designed scarecrows for the Gardenettes to decorate the downtown area for Fall,” she reminisced.
Since Christmas has always been her favorite season given that she celebrated a December birthday too. She recalls she always enjoyed Peggy April and Cynthia Orgeron’s hospitality with hosting the Gardenettes Christmas Tea. As time marched on and these two ladies were no longer able to host this event, Bruce has hosted the Christmas tea in her home over the past 20 years. Decorating the Christmas trees at North Oaks Hospital has been a favorite community project for her.
“The trees give a smile and a hug to the families as they visit their loved ones in the hospital. It warms my heart to bring a bit of Christmas cheer to our community,” she said.
Bruce enjoys learning about horticulture as she has been the horticulture and the exhibits chairman for the past few years.
According to Bruce, “Each new job broadens my gardening knowledge. I have made many lifelong friends through my 34 years as a Gardenettes member, I was honored to serve as president from 2003-2005. I continue to participate in supporting the Garden of the Month and the Genesis Award photo shoots when I’m available. Friends are definitely the flowers in life!”
September 13, 2023 Monthly Meeting - Guest Speaker:
Sandy Grimm, President Belle Oaks Garden Club
Sandy Grimm, president of Belle Oaks Garden Club in Hammond, gave a presentation on “Saving a Heritage Live Oak” to the Gardenettes at their September 13 meeting. Held at the Strawberry Board building in Memorial Park in Ponchatoula, the meeting began the club’s new year.
A Master Gardener, Grimm gave a thorough botanical description of some of the physical traits of oaks, describing the male and female flowering characteristics that are often overlooked. She used a PowerPoint presentation to show how acorns are formed. A large part of her talk addressed the decline of the Friendship Oak at Southeastern Louisiana University and the steps being taken to restore it to health.
Jamie Leblanc, recording secretary, presented Grimm with a token of appreciation. Hostesses for the event included Marilyn Wright and Dottie Boudreaux. President Vicky Fannaly welcomed John Grimm of Belle Oaks Garden Club, Kathy Bedenbaugh of River Ridge Garden Club and new Gardenettes member Melly Singer.
Bedenbaugh, an officer in the Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., presented Kathy Bruce, a long-time member and past president of the Gardenettes, with a pin honoring her as a member of the prestigious Circle of Roses. Bedenbaugh, chairman of this committee, explained this award was bestowed on club members over the age of 70 who had served the garden club with distinction for at least 15 years. Gardenettes are members of District VI LGCF Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Corresponding secretary Cynthia Cummer announced that no member’s birthdays fell in the month of September. She requested that emails be used to alert members of coming birthdays and that emails should also replace written greetings due to the increasing cost of postage.
Sunday Hanson, National Garden Week chairman, gave a recap of the weeklong activity which offered free plants through the Ponchatoula library. The June program was well received, and members still bring plants to the library on occasion to help foster a love of gardening in the general public. Hanson urged members to plan for the next year’s event by planting extra seeds to have plants to share.
Genesis chairman Cricket Ayala selected the Ponchatoula Police Department as the recipient of the June – July Award. Due to the drought conditions, the Garden of the Month award was tabled for this month. It will resume in October.
A motion was made to offer White Elephant items for sale: books, plants, seeds; also, hold 50/50 raffles at the meetings to boost the club treasury. The next meeting will be October 11 with hostesses Bailey and Ayala.
A Master Gardener, Grimm gave a thorough botanical description of some of the physical traits of oaks, describing the male and female flowering characteristics that are often overlooked. She used a PowerPoint presentation to show how acorns are formed. A large part of her talk addressed the decline of the Friendship Oak at Southeastern Louisiana University and the steps being taken to restore it to health.
Jamie Leblanc, recording secretary, presented Grimm with a token of appreciation. Hostesses for the event included Marilyn Wright and Dottie Boudreaux. President Vicky Fannaly welcomed John Grimm of Belle Oaks Garden Club, Kathy Bedenbaugh of River Ridge Garden Club and new Gardenettes member Melly Singer.
Bedenbaugh, an officer in the Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., presented Kathy Bruce, a long-time member and past president of the Gardenettes, with a pin honoring her as a member of the prestigious Circle of Roses. Bedenbaugh, chairman of this committee, explained this award was bestowed on club members over the age of 70 who had served the garden club with distinction for at least 15 years. Gardenettes are members of District VI LGCF Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Corresponding secretary Cynthia Cummer announced that no member’s birthdays fell in the month of September. She requested that emails be used to alert members of coming birthdays and that emails should also replace written greetings due to the increasing cost of postage.
Sunday Hanson, National Garden Week chairman, gave a recap of the weeklong activity which offered free plants through the Ponchatoula library. The June program was well received, and members still bring plants to the library on occasion to help foster a love of gardening in the general public. Hanson urged members to plan for the next year’s event by planting extra seeds to have plants to share.
Genesis chairman Cricket Ayala selected the Ponchatoula Police Department as the recipient of the June – July Award. Due to the drought conditions, the Garden of the Month award was tabled for this month. It will resume in October.
A motion was made to offer White Elephant items for sale: books, plants, seeds; also, hold 50/50 raffles at the meetings to boost the club treasury. The next meeting will be October 11 with hostesses Bailey and Ayala.
August 2023
Gardenettes August 2023 Newsletter
August Social - Vice President's Birthday Luncheon
August 21, 2023 - Millside Restaurant
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Any excuse for a party! Gardenettes are out for the summer June through August, so me met at Millside to celebrate our Vice President Marilyn Wright's birthday. Ten members and three guests shared cake and a meal with Marilyn. Participating were Jamie LeBlanc, Mary Hirsch, Sheila Reno, Kathryn J Martin, Sandra Haro, Cricket Ayala, Margaret Bailey, Vicky Fannaly, Susan LaBarre Pizani, Kathy Bruce, Sandy Cusick, Sunday Hanson. The garden club belongs to District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs, Inc.
July 2023
Gardenettes July 2023 Newsletter
Annual Yearbook Luncheon, July 21, 2023
Joe's Italian Restaurant, Ponchatoula LA
Annual Yearbook Luncheon at Joe's Italian, Ponchatoula, July 21. Gardenettes received their program for the club year which begins in September. Enjoying fellowship were Marilyn Wright, Jamie LeBlanc, Susan LaBarre Pizani, Cricket Ayala, Margaret Varnado Bailey, Carol Borgstede McGough, Sheila Reno, and Vicky Fannaly. The garden club belongs to District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs, Inc.
LGCF Summer Board, July 17-18, 2023, Embassy Suites
Baton Rouge LA
Summer Board Meeting for Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc. July 17-18. Manning the registration desk with friends Kathy Bedenbaugh and Dottie Hebert. Summer Board chairman Vicky Fannaly represented Gardenettes who are members of District VI LGCF Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
June 2023
Gardenettes June 2023 Newsletter
June 30 Social - Salty Joe's in Hammond
Gardenettes June Social - sixteen club members and friends met at Salty Joe's in Hammond for some socializing. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
President's Meeting June 16, 2023
District VI Garden Clubs President's meeting held June 16 at Middendorf's. Gardenettes attending were Marilyn Wright, Margaret Hardin and Vicky Fannaly. All clubs are members of Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
June Garden of the Month - Terry Wilde, 170 Pineywoods
June 10, 2023
Shown are Ellen Pusey, Margaret Bailey, Recipient Terry Willde, Marilyn Wright, Sunday Hanson, Vicky Fannaly
Gardenettes awarded June Garden of the Month to Terry and Ann Wilde of 170 Pineywood Road on June 10. The honor recognizes outstanding horticulture and landscaping in a home setting.
The garden club is a member of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
According to Margaret Bailey, club chairman, "This month the award goes to a vegetable garden where organic tomatoes, zucchini, bell peppers, cucumbers and eggplants fill the above ground beds. Terry practices a no till\no weeds method of lasagna layer gardening. Along with vegetables there are various herbs and fruit trees to make a lovely award winning front yard garden."
Wilde said he uses cardboard layers, topped with green mulch and leaves then soil. Each layer is repeated to fill his raised vegetable beds just as you would make a layered casserole like lasagna. Apparently the vegetables respond well as Wilde produces many types of vegetables in his series of raised beds.
Gardenettes awarded June Garden of the Month to Terry and Ann Wilde of 170 Pineywood Road on June 10. The honor recognizes outstanding horticulture and landscaping in a home setting.
The garden club is a member of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
According to Margaret Bailey, club chairman, "This month the award goes to a vegetable garden where organic tomatoes, zucchini, bell peppers, cucumbers and eggplants fill the above ground beds. Terry practices a no till\no weeds method of lasagna layer gardening. Along with vegetables there are various herbs and fruit trees to make a lovely award winning front yard garden."
Wilde said he uses cardboard layers, topped with green mulch and leaves then soil. Each layer is repeated to fill his raised vegetable beds just as you would make a layered casserole like lasagna. Apparently the vegetables respond well as Wilde produces many types of vegetables in his series of raised beds.
Bosom Buddy Bags - June 7, 2023
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Gardenette Karen Hotard, chairman of the Bosom Buddy Bag committee, delivered 68 completed bags to North Oaks Medical Center for use by cancer and surgery patients to hold their drainage bags. This makes a total of 95 given to the hospital this year.
These bright, cheerful bags have been appreciated by the patients. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs, Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc. Each bag has been sewn mainly by Hotard with help from club members. The purpose is to show sympathy for patients at a difficult time in their lives and wish them a speedy recovery, said Hotard. |
National Garden Week - June 4-10, 2023
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Sunday Hanson, Gardenettes chairman for National Garden Week, presented a book Saving Seeds to Ponchatoula Library manager Raven Creech and Jada Davis (left) to honor the annual gardening week. Also present was Vicky Fannaly, garden club president (right). The club is a member of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
This annual event, June 4-10, will be commemorated with root-able plant cuttings from members gardens, placed in the Ponchatoula Library “free to a good home.” Chairman Sunday Hanson has commitments from members for this event. It is hoped that it will encourage or support a love of gardening in those who receive the plants. Gardenettes are members of District VI Louisiana Garden Clubs Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., National Garden Clubs Inc.
By calling attention to gardening, it is hoped that the community will be encouraged to be more aware of picking up litter and planting an attractive haven around our homes, she said.
Gardenetttes are joining the national group in celebrating the objectives of beautification, education of environmental efforts, gardening and involvement with the community.
This annual event, June 4-10, will be commemorated with root-able plant cuttings from members gardens, placed in the Ponchatoula Library “free to a good home.” Chairman Sunday Hanson has commitments from members for this event. It is hoped that it will encourage or support a love of gardening in those who receive the plants. Gardenettes are members of District VI Louisiana Garden Clubs Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., National Garden Clubs Inc.
By calling attention to gardening, it is hoped that the community will be encouraged to be more aware of picking up litter and planting an attractive haven around our homes, she said.
Gardenetttes are joining the national group in celebrating the objectives of beautification, education of environmental efforts, gardening and involvement with the community.
May 2023
Gardenettes May 2023 Newsletter
Genesis Award - May / June
May 10, 2023
Gardenettes awarded the May/June Genesis Award to Mandy May Fine Arts located at 128 West Pine Street, May 10. The business was chosen for their attractive use of plantings.
The garden club is a member of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
There are hanging baskets of Mandevilla and black urns of Hibiscus surrounded by Impatiens. The shop has a bench made from a car and a painted pelican by the entrance. Over the door is a lovely painted Magnolia. The plantings were done by the owner Mandy Poche's husband Josh Poche. The plants are from Smiths Nursery.
The garden club is a member of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
There are hanging baskets of Mandevilla and black urns of Hibiscus surrounded by Impatiens. The shop has a bench made from a car and a painted pelican by the entrance. Over the door is a lovely painted Magnolia. The plantings were done by the owner Mandy Poche's husband Josh Poche. The plants are from Smiths Nursery.
Garden of the Month
May 10, 2023
Long time resident of Ponchatoula, Yvonne Felder, was awarded Gardenettes' May Garden of the Month, May 10. Located at 220 West Magnolia her front yard has a large Magnolia, a towering pine and an oak. Surrounding her home are azaleas, nandinas, roses, daylilies and a Japanese maple.
The Gardenettes are members of District VI Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Close to the driveway are some cannas and climbing roses. She has a raised bed where she has planted tomatoes, peppers, sunflowers and marigolds. A back seating area has urns and pots of Agapanthus, begonias and other potted plants.
The Gardenettes are members of District VI Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Close to the driveway are some cannas and climbing roses. She has a raised bed where she has planted tomatoes, peppers, sunflowers and marigolds. A back seating area has urns and pots of Agapanthus, begonias and other potted plants.
80th Awards Banquet Since Federated in 1943
May 3, 2023
Dr. Allen Owings presented an interesting talk on roses with tips from purchasing them, pruning them and maintaining these long lasting shrubs to the Gardenettes at the 80th Awards Banquet since they were federated in 1943. Members gathered at Murphy's Restaurant in Hammond, on May 3.
The garden club belongs to District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc. Awards received for the past year were presented at the recent Deep South and LGCF conventions. A recap of these honors and a preview of the coming list of speakers was presented by Vicky Fannaly, president. Best chairman award was presented to Mary Hirsch. She and her Ways and Means committee received an additional token of esteem for their outstanding work at the February Joint Tangipahoa Garden Clubs meeting.
Kathy Bruce, horticulture and exhibits chairman gave gifts to Fannaly and Margaret Bailey for their participation in the monthly exhibits. Bailey announced the May Garden of the Month and Genesis winners. She will set a time for the official presentation. The club's next schedule meeting is on the second Wednesday in September.
The garden club belongs to District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc. Awards received for the past year were presented at the recent Deep South and LGCF conventions. A recap of these honors and a preview of the coming list of speakers was presented by Vicky Fannaly, president. Best chairman award was presented to Mary Hirsch. She and her Ways and Means committee received an additional token of esteem for their outstanding work at the February Joint Tangipahoa Garden Clubs meeting.
Kathy Bruce, horticulture and exhibits chairman gave gifts to Fannaly and Margaret Bailey for their participation in the monthly exhibits. Bailey announced the May Garden of the Month and Genesis winners. She will set a time for the official presentation. The club's next schedule meeting is on the second Wednesday in September.
April 2023
Gardenettes April 2023 Newsletter
Madisonville Garden Club Flower Show April 26, 2023
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Gardenette fun today at the Madisonville Flower Show. Marilyn Wright, Kathy Bruce, Donna Moran ( District VI Director), Vicky Fannaly ( Gardenette President), Kathy Bedenbaugh ( River Ridge Garden Club), and Sunday Hanson. We enjoyed viewing horticulture and exhibits. Gardenettes are members of Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc. Had a great lunch at the Triple Nickel in Madisonville. |
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April Meeting - April 12, 2023 - Home of Vicky Fannaly
John Cleary, Master Gardener, demonstrated how to make Mason Bee houses out of bamboo, at the Gardenettes April meeting held in the home of Vicky Fannaly, club president.
Cleary elaborated on the life cycle of this species of bee and outlined it's importance in polinating. Mason bees lay their eggs in cells. The recommended length of the nesting tubes should be 12 inches to allow the bees to lay an egg, deposit pollen for the larva to eat, then seal off the cell. The next egg is laid in the space ahead until the entire tube is filled. The larva may stay as long as a year before it matures.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
The meeting was opened with a prayer from Kathy Bruce, chaplain. Garden of the Month chairman, Margaret Bailey described the Garden of the Month winners, Joan and Patricia Barze, lovely garden on N. First Street. The two month Genesis Award was given to Twin Steeples last month.
Ellen Pusey made a presentation to Cleary, then gave her treasurer's report. Cynthia Cummer gave a report on sunshine committee and birthdays. Jamie LeBlanc passed around the Penny Pines container for members to put spare change. When the money adds up, it is sent to re-forest an acre with pine trees at Kisatchie National Forest in Louisiana.
Exhibit chairman, Bruce, awarded blue stars to Vicky Fannaly for her horticulture specimens. Bruce and Bailey brought place settings for exhibits. Popular vote was awarded to Bailey. Bruce offered horticulture bottles donated by Linda Chutz, Master Gardener, for members to use when bringing floral specimens.
Fannaly announced that the club received first place in the state and in the six-state region for their publicity pressbook at the recent Deep South Convention, held in Kenner. She reminded the group that the awards banquet was moved to May 3, at Murphy's Seafood Restaurant in Hammond.
Cleary elaborated on the life cycle of this species of bee and outlined it's importance in polinating. Mason bees lay their eggs in cells. The recommended length of the nesting tubes should be 12 inches to allow the bees to lay an egg, deposit pollen for the larva to eat, then seal off the cell. The next egg is laid in the space ahead until the entire tube is filled. The larva may stay as long as a year before it matures.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
The meeting was opened with a prayer from Kathy Bruce, chaplain. Garden of the Month chairman, Margaret Bailey described the Garden of the Month winners, Joan and Patricia Barze, lovely garden on N. First Street. The two month Genesis Award was given to Twin Steeples last month.
Ellen Pusey made a presentation to Cleary, then gave her treasurer's report. Cynthia Cummer gave a report on sunshine committee and birthdays. Jamie LeBlanc passed around the Penny Pines container for members to put spare change. When the money adds up, it is sent to re-forest an acre with pine trees at Kisatchie National Forest in Louisiana.
Exhibit chairman, Bruce, awarded blue stars to Vicky Fannaly for her horticulture specimens. Bruce and Bailey brought place settings for exhibits. Popular vote was awarded to Bailey. Bruce offered horticulture bottles donated by Linda Chutz, Master Gardener, for members to use when bringing floral specimens.
Fannaly announced that the club received first place in the state and in the six-state region for their publicity pressbook at the recent Deep South Convention, held in Kenner. She reminded the group that the awards banquet was moved to May 3, at Murphy's Seafood Restaurant in Hammond.
Garden of the Month - Joan and Patricia Barze
250 N. First Street - April 6, 2023
Joan and Patricia Barze of 205 North First Street were awarded the Gardenettes Garden of the Month for April. Making the presentation were Carol McGough, Cricket Ayala and Margaret Bailey. Photo was taken by Vicky Fannaly.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
According to Bailey, club chairman, Barze tends to the gardening and Patricia says she is the "water girl". There is a beautiful oak tree in the front yard and if you look closely you will find a rooster perched on one of the limbs. Surounding the tree are knockout roses, marigolds and petunias of every color. There are also baskets of roses hanging from the oak tree limbs. Several other small flower beds repeat the planting and colors found around the tree.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
According to Bailey, club chairman, Barze tends to the gardening and Patricia says she is the "water girl". There is a beautiful oak tree in the front yard and if you look closely you will find a rooster perched on one of the limbs. Surounding the tree are knockout roses, marigolds and petunias of every color. There are also baskets of roses hanging from the oak tree limbs. Several other small flower beds repeat the planting and colors found around the tree.
March 2023
Gardenettes March 2023 Newsletter
Deep South Convention Award
1st Place Publicity Pressbook - Small Clubs
March 10, 2023
Former Gardenette president Kathy Bedenbaugh and current president accept the honors for the club's Publicity Pressbook from the Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. at their annual convention, March 8-10 at the Airport Hilton in Kenner LA.
The club placed first in the small club division for the six state competition. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc. Deep South and National Garden Clubs Inc.
This is Gardenettes second time placing first in two years. President Fannaly congratulated the members for their hard work promoting the ideals of the National Council in the Ponchatoula community.
The club placed first in the small club division for the six state competition. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc. Deep South and National Garden Clubs Inc.
This is Gardenettes second time placing first in two years. President Fannaly congratulated the members for their hard work promoting the ideals of the National Council in the Ponchatoula community.
Genesis Award 2023 March - April
Twin Steeples Creative Arts Center
March 8, 2023
Gardenettes Kathy Bruce, Mary Hirsch, Margaret Bailey, Executive Director Joshua Duncan, Sunday Hanson, Landscaper Katie Albert.
March\April Genesis Award was presented by the Gardenettes to Twin Steeples Creative Arts Center at 220 East Oak Street. Founded by Harry Gabriel in 2020 these two historic churches provide a venue for visual, literary and performing arts. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
The entrance to the courtyard is surrounded by azaleas accented by distillium, dianthis, and petunias. Maple trees are planted in the courtyard which is bordered in the back by Japanese Yews. Joshua Duncan is the Executive Director of Twin Steeples and Katie Albert is the talented landscaper.
March\April Genesis Award was presented by the Gardenettes to Twin Steeples Creative Arts Center at 220 East Oak Street. Founded by Harry Gabriel in 2020 these two historic churches provide a venue for visual, literary and performing arts. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
The entrance to the courtyard is surrounded by azaleas accented by distillium, dianthis, and petunias. Maple trees are planted in the courtyard which is bordered in the back by Japanese Yews. Joshua Duncan is the Executive Director of Twin Steeples and Katie Albert is the talented landscaper.
March Garden of the Month - Jo and Mike Wilson
14599 Highway 22West
March 8, 2023
Gardenettes Cynthia Cummer, Kathy Bruce, Mary Hirsch, Genevieve and Michael Wilson, Mike and Jo Wilson, Margaret Bailey, Sunday Hanson, Sandy Cusick
Gardenettes awarded March Garden of the Month to Jo and Mike Wilson at 14599 Highway 22W. The club is a member of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Riding on Highway 22 the huge bank of azaleas presented a stunning display of solid color. These azaleas were planted in 1994 by Jo's parents Kathy and Randy Tricou. Though the azaleas are now past their prime, inside the property there are beds of roses, azaleas, amaryllis and mondo grass growing around around the trees. Oak trees, Bradford pears, a magnificent Magnolia and various fruit trees enhance the beauty of the property.
Gardenettes awarded March Garden of the Month to Jo and Mike Wilson at 14599 Highway 22W. The club is a member of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Riding on Highway 22 the huge bank of azaleas presented a stunning display of solid color. These azaleas were planted in 1994 by Jo's parents Kathy and Randy Tricou. Though the azaleas are now past their prime, inside the property there are beds of roses, azaleas, amaryllis and mondo grass growing around around the trees. Oak trees, Bradford pears, a magnificent Magnolia and various fruit trees enhance the beauty of the property.
March 8, 2023 Meeting - Basic Floral Arrangements:
Linda Ryan
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Floral artist, Linda Ryan, demonstrated how to make a flower arrangement using a flower pot at the Gardenettes March 8, meeting. Ryan is a member of the Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc. Sixth District Judges Council and Hammond Garden Club.
Making a lovely floral arrangement for a gift or to decorate your home can be very simple if you keep a few things in mind, according to Linda Ryan, in her demonstration to the Gardenettes at their March 8 meeting held at the Strawberry Board building in Memorial Park. Using a decorative flower pot, Ryan lined it with plastic wrap before inserting her floral foam. Showing how to position flowers according to height and eye movement, she used fern to fill in the blank spots and cover her "mechanics" so the foam would be hidden. Ryan is a member of the Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc. Sixth District Judges Council and Hammond Garden Club. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and |
National Garden Clubs Inc. Hostesses for the meeting were Sunday Hanson and Karen Hotard. Kathy Bruce led the prayer. Vicky Fannaly introduced her guest Cheryl Wade. Karen Hotard, bosom buddy bag chairman, reported delivering 30 bags to North Oaks Medical Center for use by breast cancer and surgery patients.
Margaret Bailey announced the Garden of the Month winner and asked members to tour the yard after the meeting. Her committee gave the Genesis Award for March and April to Twin Steeples Creative Art Center. Horticulture blue ribbon winners were Mary Hirsch, Bailey and Bruce. A floral exhibit was brought by Bailey
Reporting on the February Joint Tangipahoa meeting, president Fannaly congratulated the members on their lovely table decorations, extra desserts and hard work. Special commendation went to Mary Hirsch and Jamie Leblanc for their months of work on the Ways and Means committee. Assisting them were Bailey and Hanson.
The April meeting will be held in the home of Vicky Fannaly with Hirsch and Linda Farbe as hostesses. Master Gardener John Cleary will do a demonstration on building mason bee houses.
Margaret Bailey announced the Garden of the Month winner and asked members to tour the yard after the meeting. Her committee gave the Genesis Award for March and April to Twin Steeples Creative Art Center. Horticulture blue ribbon winners were Mary Hirsch, Bailey and Bruce. A floral exhibit was brought by Bailey
Reporting on the February Joint Tangipahoa meeting, president Fannaly congratulated the members on their lovely table decorations, extra desserts and hard work. Special commendation went to Mary Hirsch and Jamie Leblanc for their months of work on the Ways and Means committee. Assisting them were Bailey and Hanson.
The April meeting will be held in the home of Vicky Fannaly with Hirsch and Linda Farbe as hostesses. Master Gardener John Cleary will do a demonstration on building mason bee houses.
February 2023
Gardenettes February 2023 Newsletter
February Garden of the Month
Yvette and Jacques Levet
14184 Hoffman Road - Hammond
February 22, 2023
Pictured above are Jamie LeBlanc, Margaret Bailey, Homeowners Jacques and Yvette Levet, Cricket Ayala, Mary Hirsch
Yvette and Jacques Levet, 14184 Hoffman Road, Hammond, received Garden of the Month honors for February from the Gardenettes chairman Margaret Bailey. Assisting her in the presentation were Jamie Leblanc, Cricket Ayala, Mary Hirsch and Vicky Fannaly.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Since moving to the area eleven years ago from Garyville, the Levets started by planting trees on the bare property site. Their current concept is living fences of Distylium and clumping bamboo to surround their four and a half acre property. A pond on the grounds is enjoyed by their ducks. Their garden has many privacy settings, one with Peggy Martin roses gracing the picket fenced enclosure.
Yvette and Jacques Levet, 14184 Hoffman Road, Hammond, received Garden of the Month honors for February from the Gardenettes chairman Margaret Bailey. Assisting her in the presentation were Jamie Leblanc, Cricket Ayala, Mary Hirsch and Vicky Fannaly.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Since moving to the area eleven years ago from Garyville, the Levets started by planting trees on the bare property site. Their current concept is living fences of Distylium and clumping bamboo to surround their four and a half acre property. A pond on the grounds is enjoyed by their ducks. Their garden has many privacy settings, one with Peggy Martin roses gracing the picket fenced enclosure.
Joint Tangipahoa Garden Clubs Meeting
Hosted by Gardenettes
February 8, 2023 - Knights of Columbus Hall
Gardenettes hosted the annual Tangipahoa Parish Garden Clubs Meeting, February 8, at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Ponchatoula. Attending the event were presidents and members of Belle Oaks Garden Club, Hammond Garden Club, Stem and Stamen Garden Club and guests River Ridge Garden Club.
Parish Clubs are members of District VI; River Ridge, District II of the Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc. (LGCF Inc), Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc. Special guests were the current LGCF Inc. president Roxanna Champagne, Lafayette, and incoming president Tricia Ortalano, Gretna. Other distinguished guests included Cindy Moran, Baton Rouge, current District VI district director; Donna Moran, Covington, incoming district director; Kyle Martin, second vice president (Covington); Kathy Bedenbaugh (Hammond), represenative at large; Elizabeth McDougald (River Ridge), Chairman - Deep South Convention.
Mayor Bob Zabbia gave the opening welcome to the over seventy garden club members in attendance. Kathryn Martin, guest speaker, gave the invocation. Since being discovered by Minnie Pearl and other professionals years ago, Martin has appeared across the United States and Canada as well as on national TV as author, inspirational speaker and country humorist "Miz Maudie." She spoke on gardening, positive motivation and public service.
The prestigious Circle of Roses honorees included Gardenettes Margaret Hardin and Marilyn Wright. River Ridge Garden Club member Kathy Bedenbaugh, a past president of Gardenettes, was also honored. Making the presentation was state president Champagne. Each recipient received a red rose bouquet and an LGCF Inc. Circle of Roses pin. A gift basket of Tangipahoa products was given to Champagne.
An invitation to the Deep South Inc. Convention March 8-10 was extended by McDougald, chairman for the event. Louisiana is hosting the six state event in Kenner at the Airport Hilton. Each club president gave invitations to their coming events.
The theme "You Light Up My Life" was interpreted differently at each table by Gardenette members. A silent auction, raffle items and fifty-fifty raffle were conducted by Mary Hirsch, Gardenette. Music was provided by Rick Tobey.
Parish Clubs are members of District VI; River Ridge, District II of the Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc. (LGCF Inc), Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc. Special guests were the current LGCF Inc. president Roxanna Champagne, Lafayette, and incoming president Tricia Ortalano, Gretna. Other distinguished guests included Cindy Moran, Baton Rouge, current District VI district director; Donna Moran, Covington, incoming district director; Kyle Martin, second vice president (Covington); Kathy Bedenbaugh (Hammond), represenative at large; Elizabeth McDougald (River Ridge), Chairman - Deep South Convention.
Mayor Bob Zabbia gave the opening welcome to the over seventy garden club members in attendance. Kathryn Martin, guest speaker, gave the invocation. Since being discovered by Minnie Pearl and other professionals years ago, Martin has appeared across the United States and Canada as well as on national TV as author, inspirational speaker and country humorist "Miz Maudie." She spoke on gardening, positive motivation and public service.
The prestigious Circle of Roses honorees included Gardenettes Margaret Hardin and Marilyn Wright. River Ridge Garden Club member Kathy Bedenbaugh, a past president of Gardenettes, was also honored. Making the presentation was state president Champagne. Each recipient received a red rose bouquet and an LGCF Inc. Circle of Roses pin. A gift basket of Tangipahoa products was given to Champagne.
An invitation to the Deep South Inc. Convention March 8-10 was extended by McDougald, chairman for the event. Louisiana is hosting the six state event in Kenner at the Airport Hilton. Each club president gave invitations to their coming events.
The theme "You Light Up My Life" was interpreted differently at each table by Gardenette members. A silent auction, raffle items and fifty-fifty raffle were conducted by Mary Hirsch, Gardenette. Music was provided by Rick Tobey.
January 2023
Gardenettes January 2023 Newsletter
GARDEN OF THE MONTH 1/19/2023
Susan Pevey McHugh, Diane Pevey Pepitone, Gardenettes Ellen Pusey, Margaret Bailey, Mary Hirsch, Reggie Pevey, Jamie LeBlanc, Vicky Fannaly
Long time resident of Ponchatoula, Reggie Pevey, was awarded the January Garden of the Month by the Gardenettes. His home on 225 East Cypress Street is surrounded by beautiful old oak trees.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Under these sweeping oaks are beds bordered with monkey grass and filled with azaleas, Ardisia, palmetto and other evergreen plants. Along the driveway a bed of Louisiana iris emerge in front of a row of pampas grass, according to Margaret Bailey, garden club chairman.
Joined by his daughters, Susan Pevey McHugh and Diane Pevey Pepitone, Pevey accepted the award presented by Gardenettes Ellen Pusey, Margaret Bailey, Mary Hirsch, Jamie LeBlanc, Cricket Ayala and Vicky Fannaly.
Long time resident of Ponchatoula, Reggie Pevey, was awarded the January Garden of the Month by the Gardenettes. His home on 225 East Cypress Street is surrounded by beautiful old oak trees.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Under these sweeping oaks are beds bordered with monkey grass and filled with azaleas, Ardisia, palmetto and other evergreen plants. Along the driveway a bed of Louisiana iris emerge in front of a row of pampas grass, according to Margaret Bailey, garden club chairman.
Joined by his daughters, Susan Pevey McHugh and Diane Pevey Pepitone, Pevey accepted the award presented by Gardenettes Ellen Pusey, Margaret Bailey, Mary Hirsch, Jamie LeBlanc, Cricket Ayala and Vicky Fannaly.
GENESIS AWARD January-February 1/19/2023
Vicky Fannaly, Ellen Pusey, Mary Hirsch, Amy Smith, Sergio Pineda, Brittany Howes, Margaret Bailey, Jamie LeBlanc
Gardenettes awarded Amy Smith and Brittany Howes, owners of Strawberry Manor event center, the Genesis Award for January/February. Strawberry Manor located at 1690 Veteran Ave. was the previous home of Will Ed. Butler and later the Steve Pugh family. The well established landscaping is maintained and improved upon by Sergio Pineda of Year Round Landscaping and lovingly tended by owner Bobby Smith.
Members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc., the Gardenettes were founded in 1942.
The property is surrounded by azaleas, camellias, Southern magnolias, Japanese magnolias, oaks, Crepe myrtles and other mature trees. One of many conversation areas has a trickling well flowing into a goldfish pond where you can find holly, knock out roses and other seasonal plants and shrubs.
In front Strawberry Manor are beds of Viola, dusty miller, Distylium 'Cinnamon Girl.' The main doorway is flanked by antique urns full of ferns.
Gardenettes awarded Amy Smith and Brittany Howes, owners of Strawberry Manor event center, the Genesis Award for January/February. Strawberry Manor located at 1690 Veteran Ave. was the previous home of Will Ed. Butler and later the Steve Pugh family. The well established landscaping is maintained and improved upon by Sergio Pineda of Year Round Landscaping and lovingly tended by owner Bobby Smith.
Members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc., the Gardenettes were founded in 1942.
The property is surrounded by azaleas, camellias, Southern magnolias, Japanese magnolias, oaks, Crepe myrtles and other mature trees. One of many conversation areas has a trickling well flowing into a goldfish pond where you can find holly, knock out roses and other seasonal plants and shrubs.
In front Strawberry Manor are beds of Viola, dusty miller, Distylium 'Cinnamon Girl.' The main doorway is flanked by antique urns full of ferns.
ARBOR DAY 1/20/2023
Gardenettes planted a Shumard Oak in Memorial Park for Arbor Day. Attending were Sunday Hanson, Kim Zabbia, Sandy Cussick, Margaret Hardin, Mary Hirsch, Margaret Bailey, Vicky Fannaly; kneeling - Pierre James.
Gardenettes observed Arbor Day by planting a Shumard Oak in Memorial Park, Friday January 20. Assisting in the ceremony was Kim Zabbia, Ponchatoula's First Lady, who read a proclaimation from Mayor Bob Zabbia proclaiming the day officially Arbor Day.
Gardenette Mary Hirsch read a Remembrance Poem on trees, author unknown. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc. Gardenettes attending included Sandy Cussick, Margaret Hardin, Cricket Ayala, Margaret Bailey and Vicky Fannaly. Representing the City of Ponchatoula to dig the hole was Pierre James.
Assisting with the program was Gardenette Sunday Hanson who gave the cultural needs of this deciduous oak, noting that the bright red fall coloring was very desireable. She also noted that the tree was drought resistant and fast growing. The Shumard Oak, Quercus shumardii, is a desireable tree for shelter and color. Lunch at Joe's Italian followed.
Gardenette Mary Hirsch read a Remembrance Poem on trees, author unknown. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc. Gardenettes attending included Sandy Cussick, Margaret Hardin, Cricket Ayala, Margaret Bailey and Vicky Fannaly. Representing the City of Ponchatoula to dig the hole was Pierre James.
Assisting with the program was Gardenette Sunday Hanson who gave the cultural needs of this deciduous oak, noting that the bright red fall coloring was very desireable. She also noted that the tree was drought resistant and fast growing. The Shumard Oak, Quercus shumardii, is a desireable tree for shelter and color. Lunch at Joe's Italian followed.
January Meeting
About 2,000 species of begonias and even more hybrids, make begonias a very popular plant for enthusiasts everywhere, according to Cynthia Moran, former nursery owner and District VI Director for the Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc. Moran spoke to the Gardnettes at their January 11 meeting, held in the Strawberry Board Building.
Moran demonstrated how to propagate the fleshy plants through two types of stem cuttings, rhizone cuttings and leaf cuttings. She brought terrariums made from disposable plastic food boxes to show how these throw-aways could become tiny greenhouses. She and the Gardenettes are members of Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Hostesses for the meeting were Cynthia Cummer, Sandy Cusick and Jamie LeBlanc. Members made plans for Arbor Day on January 20 when they will plant a Shumard Oak tree. Margaret Bailey, chairman of Garden of the Month and Genesis, outlined plans for presenting both awards this month.
The club held a table arrangement workshop in preparation for their February 8 meeting where they will welcome the Tangipahoa parish area garden clubs. Arrangements for that event were discussed.
Moran demonstrated how to propagate the fleshy plants through two types of stem cuttings, rhizone cuttings and leaf cuttings. She brought terrariums made from disposable plastic food boxes to show how these throw-aways could become tiny greenhouses. She and the Gardenettes are members of Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Hostesses for the meeting were Cynthia Cummer, Sandy Cusick and Jamie LeBlanc. Members made plans for Arbor Day on January 20 when they will plant a Shumard Oak tree. Margaret Bailey, chairman of Garden of the Month and Genesis, outlined plans for presenting both awards this month.
The club held a table arrangement workshop in preparation for their February 8 meeting where they will welcome the Tangipahoa parish area garden clubs. Arrangements for that event were discussed.
December 2022
Gardenettes December 2022 Newsletter
80th Annual Christmas Tea - December 14, 2022
Gardenettes celebrate the Christmas holiday with their 80th Annual Christmas Tea. Officers Vicky Fannaly, President; Jamie LeBlanc, Recording Secretary; Sunday Hanson, Parliamentarian; Cynthia Cummer, Corresponding Secretary; Marilyn Wright, Vice-President, shown at the home of Kathy Bruce, Chaplain. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., National Garden Clubs Inc.
November 2022
Gardenettes November 2022 Newsletter
Christmas Tree Decorating at North Oaks Medical Center
November 30, 2022
Annual Christmas tree decorating at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond LA. Gardenettes present were Carol McGough, Ellen Pusey, Jamie LeBlanc, Margaret Hardin, Mary Hirsch, Kathy Bruce, Vicky Fannaly and Sandy Cusick. After the decorating, it was time for PJ's Coffee and conversation! Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Covington Garden Club FALL FASHIONISTA FLING
November 10, 2022
What a great, well run event! Food was great, models lovely and top notch all around. Covington Garden Club's Fasionista Fling held at the Maritime Museum in Madisonville! See photos! Special thanks to Kyle Rovira Martin for inviting me! Covington Garden Club and Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
November Monthly Meeting - November 9, 2022
Michael Seal is the owner of the Funny Farm in Poplarville MS. His expertise in propagation, division and mounting bromeliads has made him the go-to person in his field. A long time member of the MS Nursery and Landscape Association, he has been working with these plants since 1990. He will be bringing plants for sale.
Mike Seal of Funny Farm Bromeliads in Poplarville MS showed the Gardenettes how easy growing air plants can be. Addressing the group at their November 9 meeting at the Strawberry Board Building in Memorial Park, Seal offered many varieties of these epiphytes who share the same botanical classification as Spanish Moss and pineapples.
Attending the meeting included guest Betty Guidry and new members Karen Hotard and Linda Fabre. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc. Hostesses for the meeting were Ellen Pusey, Carol McGough, and Margaret Hardin.
Mike Seal of Funny Farm Bromeliads in Poplarville MS showed the Gardenettes how easy growing air plants can be. Addressing the group at their November 9 meeting at the Strawberry Board Building in Memorial Park, Seal offered many varieties of these epiphytes who share the same botanical classification as Spanish Moss and pineapples.
Attending the meeting included guest Betty Guidry and new members Karen Hotard and Linda Fabre. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc. Hostesses for the meeting were Ellen Pusey, Carol McGough, and Margaret Hardin.
Genesis Award 2022 November - December
Paul's Cafe
November 9, 2022
Hanging baskets of cascading Bogainvillea and urns of chrysanthemums greet the patrons of Paul's Cafe at 100 East Pine Street. The Gardenettes awarded Becky Smith with the November \December Genesis Award. Pictured here are Lilah Schexnayder a loyal customer, Margaret Bailey and Becky Smith.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
GARDEN OF THE MONTH - Emanuel and Pat Bourgeois
280 Barringer Drive.
November 9, 2022
If you drive on Barringer Drive look for the Gardenettes November Garden of the Month at 280 Barringer Drive. Emanuel and Pat Bourgeois maintain this property with beautiful landscaped flower beds accented with Nandina, azaleas, Indian Hawthorn, Agapanthus, and Daylilies. There are mature crype myrtles, Bradford pears,Robin holly and sweet olives.
Gardenettes are a member of District VI Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Gardenettes are a member of District VI Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
October 2022
Gardenettes October 2022 Newsletter
Gardenettes At District VI Meeting, Baton Rouge
October 27, 2022
Great food and Dan Gill giving a very informative speech at District VI Fall Meeting, Juban Restaurant in Baton Rouge. Pleased to get the door prize at my table. Gardenettes Sunday Hanson and I joined our friends from across the state. All are members of Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
St. Tammany Master Gardener Association Fall Seminar
October 25, 2022
Passed a good time at the St. Tammany Master Gardner Association Fall Seminar at Church of the King in Mandeville LA. Speakers included Dan Gill, P. Allen Smith and Felder Rushing. There were plenty of exhibits and plants for sale. Lots of garden clubs were represented like Gardenettes, Terrytown Garden Club, Covington Garden Club, River Ridge Garden Club - all of whom are members of District VI and II of the Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Gardenettes At District II Meeting, Harvey
October 20, 2022
Good times in Harvey, LA at District II Fall Meeting. Saw lots of old friends! Only Gardenette from District VI. Clubs are members of Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Gardenettes At District VII Meeting, Jennings
October 19, 2022
Attended the District VII Fall Meeting in Jennings LA. Saw old friends, saw a great program on Whooping Cranes, ate well! I was the only Gardenette there - we are all members of Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Club Inc.
Making a Difference - October 12, 2022
Celebrating the spirit of Make a Difference Day, Gardenettes collected canned goods for Westminster Place. Delivering the food were chairman Sherry Klein and president Vicky Fannaly. Manager of Westminster, Latasha Banks, thanked the group for their contribution. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
October Meeting - October 12, 2022
Use Polymers to conserve water and aerate soil to grow healthier, lusher plants advises Yvette Gautreaux Cutrer, Master Gardener and guest speaker for the Gardenettes October 12 meeting, held at the Strawberry Board Building in Memorial Park.
Cutrer assembled living plant wreaths using succulents and blooming transplants. With moss from Oregon as a liner, she filled the wreath forms with polymers and soil and added a final covering of moss. Then she inserted the rooted plants around the wreath where they could grow. Polymers insure that the roots stay moist for a longer time before watering.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Treasurer Ellen Pusey made a presentation to Cutrer, thanking her for coming from Mississippi to address the group. President Vicky Fannaly introduced guests Karen Hotard and Linda Chutz. Hostesses for the meeting included Margaret Bailey, Rose Ann Husser and Cricket Ayala. Corresponding Secretary Cynthia Cummer congratulated October birthday members Sunday Hanson and Sherry Klein.
Klein, chairman of Make A Difference Day, collected canned goods to be distributed to the residents of Westminster Place. The donation was given to Latasha Banks, manager, for the apartments. Jamie LeBlanc made a motion to dispense with reading of the minutes as they were posted and emailed to all members. She also reminded the club to contribute their loose change and folding money to the club's Penny Pines for reforestration and Quarters for Waters for countries who need water filtration systems.
Bailey gave an update on upcoming Garden of the Month presentations and explained the horticulture and exhibit program to the newer members. Horticulture was shown by Bailey; and an exhibit, by Fannaly. Marilyn Wright was appointed to fill the vice president position; and Hanson, the parliamentarian office.
Carol McGough said that when she took the last of the bosom buddy bags to the hospital, there was still a need for them. Hotard offered to try making some for the club, and volunteers were requested to help her.
Hostesses for the November meeting are McGough, Margaret Hardin and Pusey. Members present but not mentioned included Susan Pizani and Mary Hirsch.
Cutrer assembled living plant wreaths using succulents and blooming transplants. With moss from Oregon as a liner, she filled the wreath forms with polymers and soil and added a final covering of moss. Then she inserted the rooted plants around the wreath where they could grow. Polymers insure that the roots stay moist for a longer time before watering.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Treasurer Ellen Pusey made a presentation to Cutrer, thanking her for coming from Mississippi to address the group. President Vicky Fannaly introduced guests Karen Hotard and Linda Chutz. Hostesses for the meeting included Margaret Bailey, Rose Ann Husser and Cricket Ayala. Corresponding Secretary Cynthia Cummer congratulated October birthday members Sunday Hanson and Sherry Klein.
Klein, chairman of Make A Difference Day, collected canned goods to be distributed to the residents of Westminster Place. The donation was given to Latasha Banks, manager, for the apartments. Jamie LeBlanc made a motion to dispense with reading of the minutes as they were posted and emailed to all members. She also reminded the club to contribute their loose change and folding money to the club's Penny Pines for reforestration and Quarters for Waters for countries who need water filtration systems.
Bailey gave an update on upcoming Garden of the Month presentations and explained the horticulture and exhibit program to the newer members. Horticulture was shown by Bailey; and an exhibit, by Fannaly. Marilyn Wright was appointed to fill the vice president position; and Hanson, the parliamentarian office.
Carol McGough said that when she took the last of the bosom buddy bags to the hospital, there was still a need for them. Hotard offered to try making some for the club, and volunteers were requested to help her.
Hostesses for the November meeting are McGough, Margaret Hardin and Pusey. Members present but not mentioned included Susan Pizani and Mary Hirsch.
Rickey and Tara Umbach
October Garden of the Month Recipients
October 6, 2022
Tara' and Rickey Umbach are the proud recipients of the Gardenettes October Garden of the Month. The Umbachs live at 39620 Dutch Lane. Their driveway entrance and home is beautifully landscaped with yellow Lantana, red Verbena, gardenias, begonias, Hibiscus, holly trees, and Little Gem magnolias, according to Margaret Bailey, club chairman.
Presenting the award are Carol McGough, Ellen Pusey, Bailey, Sandy Cusick, and Marilyn Wright. Pictures were taken by Cricket Ayala. The Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc. This award is given to homeowners that beautify Ponchatoula by doing the gardening themselves.
Presenting the award are Carol McGough, Ellen Pusey, Bailey, Sandy Cusick, and Marilyn Wright. Pictures were taken by Cricket Ayala. The Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc. This award is given to homeowners that beautify Ponchatoula by doing the gardening themselves.
September 2022
Gardenettes September 2022 Newsletter
Genesis Award 2022 September - October
First Baptist Church Ponchatoula
September 22, 2022
Pictured are Mary Beth Crovetto, Interim Minister to Children; Margaret Bailey, Gardenette; Robert Parkin, Minister of Students; Dr. David Cranford, Sr. Pastor; Chip Vickers, Minister of Music; Gardenettes Margaret Hardin and Marilyn Wright.
The Gardenettes awarded the September-October Genesis award to the First Baptist Church of Ponchatoula at 325 East Pine Street. The landscaping is beautifully maintained by Prestige One. They have bordered the flower beds with sweet Alyssum and periwinkles. The beds are filled with holly and cedar trees along with roses, lilies, Agapanthus, sedum and small cedar shrubs.
Gardenettes Margaret Bailey, Marilyn Wright and Margaret Hardin presented the plaque to Dr. David Cranford, Sr. Pastor. Joining us for the presentation are Mary Beth Crovetto, Interim Minister to Children, Robert Parkin, Minister of Students and Chip Vickers, Minister of Music. Pictures were taken by Gardenette Patricia Ayala. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc, Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
The Gardenettes awarded the September-October Genesis award to the First Baptist Church of Ponchatoula at 325 East Pine Street. The landscaping is beautifully maintained by Prestige One. They have bordered the flower beds with sweet Alyssum and periwinkles. The beds are filled with holly and cedar trees along with roses, lilies, Agapanthus, sedum and small cedar shrubs.
Gardenettes Margaret Bailey, Marilyn Wright and Margaret Hardin presented the plaque to Dr. David Cranford, Sr. Pastor. Joining us for the presentation are Mary Beth Crovetto, Interim Minister to Children, Robert Parkin, Minister of Students and Chip Vickers, Minister of Music. Pictures were taken by Gardenette Patricia Ayala. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc, Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Gardenettes Presentation - Belle Oaks Garden Club
September 14, 2022
Vicky Fannaly, Gardenette president, gave a program on the Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc. (LGCF Inc.) website to Belle Oaks Garden Club at their September 14 meeting, held in the home of Tanya Pearson. As LGCF Inc. Webmaster, she enumerated the interesting education opportunities to learn gardening, environmental, landscape design and floral arrangements. She stressed all the fun socials that were available to member clubs. Gardenettes and Belle Oaks are members of LGCF Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Gardenettes Monthly Meeting 9/14/2022
Gardenette hostesses Sherry Klein, Dottie Boudreax, guest speaker Krista Salathe Adams, hostess Marilyn Wright welcome in the new garden club year at their September 14 meeting at the Strawberry Board building.
Krista Salathe Adams, Purple Martin Conservation Initiative director, outlined the steps to attract Purple Martins to your backyard, at the Gardenettes first meeting of their new year September 14, held at the Strawberry Board Building in Ponchatoula.
Martins like to live in colonies, so nesting boxes should be placed away from trees and near a water source. Each year the boxes should be cleaned out by January 1 to accommodate the birds who return to the area by March 1, according to Adams. A graduate of Ponchatoula High School and Southeastern Louisiana University she is also a program manager at Louisiana State University and a director, Outreach Chair at Louisiana Master Naturalists of Greater Baton Rouge.
Club treasurer Ellen Pusey made a presentation to Adams following her powerpoint presentation. The club is a member of Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc. (LGCF Inc.), Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Hostesses for the meeting were Marilyn Wright, Dottie Boudreaux and Sherry Klein. Wright was appointed vice president to fill the term of the late Pat Walsh. A collection for Penny Pines to replant trees in Kisatchie National Forest and Quarters for Waters to help underdeveloped countries with a fresh water system - was passed by Jamie LeBlanc.
Garden of the Month and Genesis committee members Margaret Bailey, Cricket Ayala and Rose Ann Husser announced the Genesis Award winner for September and October would be First Baptist Church. The photos will be taken later this month. Cynthia Cummer, Sunshine Chairman, read a letter from the LGCF Inc. acknowledging Walsh and Peggy Avery being added to their Memorial Book of Rembrance. Money for the Gardenette donation will go toward the organization's Landscape Design School.
Vicky Fannaly, president, announced the design teams for the February Joint Tangipahoa Garden Club meeting hosted by the Gardenettes. Teams are Fannaly, Klein and Margaret Hardin (head table); Sandy Cusick and Cummer; Leblanc and Mary Hirsch; Sunday Hanson and Susan Pizani; Pusey and Carol McGough; Wright and Boudreaux; Husser and Kathy Bruce; Ayala and Bailey.
Two programs were tabled for the current year due to lack of a chairman. They were Bosom Buddy Bags and Coupons for Education. Boudreaux was announced as the new membership chairman. The chairman for the October 12 meeting include Bailey, Husser and Ayala.
Krista Salathe Adams, Purple Martin Conservation Initiative director, outlined the steps to attract Purple Martins to your backyard, at the Gardenettes first meeting of their new year September 14, held at the Strawberry Board Building in Ponchatoula.
Martins like to live in colonies, so nesting boxes should be placed away from trees and near a water source. Each year the boxes should be cleaned out by January 1 to accommodate the birds who return to the area by March 1, according to Adams. A graduate of Ponchatoula High School and Southeastern Louisiana University she is also a program manager at Louisiana State University and a director, Outreach Chair at Louisiana Master Naturalists of Greater Baton Rouge.
Club treasurer Ellen Pusey made a presentation to Adams following her powerpoint presentation. The club is a member of Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc. (LGCF Inc.), Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Hostesses for the meeting were Marilyn Wright, Dottie Boudreaux and Sherry Klein. Wright was appointed vice president to fill the term of the late Pat Walsh. A collection for Penny Pines to replant trees in Kisatchie National Forest and Quarters for Waters to help underdeveloped countries with a fresh water system - was passed by Jamie LeBlanc.
Garden of the Month and Genesis committee members Margaret Bailey, Cricket Ayala and Rose Ann Husser announced the Genesis Award winner for September and October would be First Baptist Church. The photos will be taken later this month. Cynthia Cummer, Sunshine Chairman, read a letter from the LGCF Inc. acknowledging Walsh and Peggy Avery being added to their Memorial Book of Rembrance. Money for the Gardenette donation will go toward the organization's Landscape Design School.
Vicky Fannaly, president, announced the design teams for the February Joint Tangipahoa Garden Club meeting hosted by the Gardenettes. Teams are Fannaly, Klein and Margaret Hardin (head table); Sandy Cusick and Cummer; Leblanc and Mary Hirsch; Sunday Hanson and Susan Pizani; Pusey and Carol McGough; Wright and Boudreaux; Husser and Kathy Bruce; Ayala and Bailey.
Two programs were tabled for the current year due to lack of a chairman. They were Bosom Buddy Bags and Coupons for Education. Boudreaux was announced as the new membership chairman. The chairman for the October 12 meeting include Bailey, Husser and Ayala.
Garden of the Month - September 9, 2022
Wes and Carlene Ott of 22308 HWY 22E are the proud recipients of the Gardenettes September Garden of the Month. The award was presented September 9 by Gardenettes Marilyn Wright, Margaret Bailey and Cricket Ayala.
According to Margaret Bailey, club chairman: "The first thing you notice are the beautifully sculptured shrubs in the yard. The beds around the home are filled with trimmed shrubs as well as edged with monkey grass enhanced with roses, Lantana, day lilies, potato vines, and chrysanthemums. There is a potting shed, seating area, bottle trees and American flags that add interest to this yard."
The Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
According to Margaret Bailey, club chairman: "The first thing you notice are the beautifully sculptured shrubs in the yard. The beds around the home are filled with trimmed shrubs as well as edged with monkey grass enhanced with roses, Lantana, day lilies, potato vines, and chrysanthemums. There is a potting shed, seating area, bottle trees and American flags that add interest to this yard."
The Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Gardenettes Present Program
To Terrebonne Garden Club September 9, 2022
Gardenettes Vicky Fannaly and Sunday Hanson traveled to Houma to present a program to Terrebonne Garden Club at their September 9 meeting. Both clubs are members of Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
August 2022
Gardenettes August 2022 Newsletter
Garden of the Month - AUGUST 8, 2022
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The newly renovated Miller home at 301 North 7th Street received the August Garden of the Month from the Gardenettes. Owners Amanda and Jerry Miller Jr. received the award from Margaret Bailey, garden club chairman.
Amanda Miller took on the task of "renovating" the landscaping. The house is surrounded by flower beds that are full of colorful flowers: caladiums, cannas, ornamental grasses, potato vines, Lantana, Verbena, Gladiolus, begonias, Liriope and a row of yellow roses to name a few. She bought some of the plants, kept some of the original shrubs such as the sweet olive and angel trumpets and transplanted plants from her mother's and grandmother's gardens.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Amanda Miller took on the task of "renovating" the landscaping. The house is surrounded by flower beds that are full of colorful flowers: caladiums, cannas, ornamental grasses, potato vines, Lantana, Verbena, Gladiolus, begonias, Liriope and a row of yellow roses to name a few. She bought some of the plants, kept some of the original shrubs such as the sweet olive and angel trumpets and transplanted plants from her mother's and grandmother's gardens.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
July 2022
Gardenettes July 2022 Newsletter
Annual Yearbook Distribution - July 27, 2022
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Annual distribution of club yearbooks was held at Salty Joe's BBQ on S. Range Road, Hammond LA on July 27. Gardenettes are members of District VI Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Gardenettes at Summer Board July 11-12, 2022
Federation Inc. Summer Board Meeting held at the Embassy Suites Hotel in Baton Rouge were Gardenettes Sunday Hanson and Vicky Fannaly. The two day event was held July 11-12. Gardenettes are also members of District VI LGCF Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Peggy Avery 1936- July 15, 2022
Sad news - Our friend and honorary member Peggy Avery passed away at the age of 85, after a long struggle. Peggy was a LGCF Inc. Circle of Roses member and valued member of the Gardenettes. She was our only member who was a veteran. Prior to that she was president of the Community Garden Club for many years. Condolences to her family especially Michael Avery and his wife Sonya Avery who served as Gardenette president. The two clubs Gardenettes and Community Garden Club were members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc. A kind and loving lady, Peggy will be missed.
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July Garden of the Month - July 5, 2022
The Gardenettes Garden of the Month for July was awarded to Dwayne Clause at 530 East Beech Street. According to Margaret Bailey, club chairman, Clause has planted beautiful caladiums across the front of the house. These are flanked by cannas in one corner and azaleas on the other side. He has a porch that offers him a cool retreat behind pots of variegated Schefflera, ferns, and palms and hanging baskets of Begonia.
Gardenettes are a Ponchatoula garden club and are members of District VI Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc. and members of the Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Gardenettes are a Ponchatoula garden club and are members of District VI Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc. and members of the Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Genesis Award July-August - July 5, 2022
Gardenette chairman Margaret Bailey presents the Genesis Award for July-August to Shaun Pepitone, owner of The Right Choice Hair Salon. Assisting Bailey is Rose Ann Husser, committee member.
Gardenettes awarded July/August Genesis Award to The Right Choice Hair Salon located at 125 Barringer Drive. The owner Shaun Pepitone did the "landscaping" which consists of multiple hanging baskets of Mandevilla, window boxes of Begonia, as well as plantings of azaleas and caladiums along the fence line. She has decorated with flags and has a small sitting area by her door. There is also a quilt square displayed which is featured on the Northshore Quilt Trail.
Gardenettes are a Ponchatoula garden club and are members of District VI Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc. and members of the Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Gardenettes awarded July/August Genesis Award to The Right Choice Hair Salon located at 125 Barringer Drive. The owner Shaun Pepitone did the "landscaping" which consists of multiple hanging baskets of Mandevilla, window boxes of Begonia, as well as plantings of azaleas and caladiums along the fence line. She has decorated with flags and has a small sitting area by her door. There is also a quilt square displayed which is featured on the Northshore Quilt Trail.
Gardenettes are a Ponchatoula garden club and are members of District VI Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc. and members of the Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
June 2022
Gardenettes June 2022 Newsletter
DISTRICT VI PRESIDENT'S MEETING
JUBAN RESTAURANT - BATON ROUGE
June 14, 2022
Gardenettes president Vicky Fannaly and vice president Pat Walsh attended Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc. District VI President's Meeting at Juban in Baton Rouge June 14. An orientation meeting for the new presidents and a chance for returning presidents to exchange ideas, the meeting conducted by District Director Cindy Moran gave the clubs officers a chance get acquainted. The clubs are members of Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Garden of the Month, June 4, 2022
Gardenettes awarded June Garden of the Month honors to Karen and John Liautaud, 110 Colver Drive.
The landscaping is maintained by John. The front flower beds are outlined with boxwoods and filled with groupings of various shrubs and flowering plants. There are accents of Magnolia, sweet olive, variegated Japanese maple, crepe myrtle and Bradford pear trees. There are garden features peeking out from the lush plantings, according to Margaret Bailey, club chairman.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc, and National Garden Clubs Inc.
The landscaping is maintained by John. The front flower beds are outlined with boxwoods and filled with groupings of various shrubs and flowering plants. There are accents of Magnolia, sweet olive, variegated Japanese maple, crepe myrtle and Bradford pear trees. There are garden features peeking out from the lush plantings, according to Margaret Bailey, club chairman.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc, and National Garden Clubs Inc.
May 2022
Gardenettes May 2022 Newsletter
Gardenettes Installation Banquet
Salty Joe's BBQ - Hammond LA
Vicky Fannaly was installed as president of the Gardenettes garden club. Other officers include vice president Pat Walsh, Recording Secretary Jamie LeBlanc, Corresponding Secretary Cynthia Cummer, Treasurer Ellen Pusey, Parliamentarian Marilyn Wright and Chaplain Kathy Bruce. All officer were elected to a second two year term.
District VI Director Cynthia Moran installed Gardenette officers at Salty Joe's BBQ Restaurant, Hammond, May 11. Moran from Baton Rouge Garden Club and the local club are members of Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
President's Award to an outstanding member went to Marilyn Wright who served as Genesis and Garden of the Month chairman. Horticulture chairman Kathy Bruce gave each member a plant for participating in the club's monthly exhibits. A plant exchange and door prizes were distributed.
Sunday Hanson gave a report on the LGCF state convention. Margaret Bailey reported on her visit to local nurseries and showed some water storing crystals. Fannaly gave an overview on the speakers for the coming year.
District VI Director Cynthia Moran installed Gardenette officers at Salty Joe's BBQ Restaurant, Hammond, May 11. Moran from Baton Rouge Garden Club and the local club are members of Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
President's Award to an outstanding member went to Marilyn Wright who served as Genesis and Garden of the Month chairman. Horticulture chairman Kathy Bruce gave each member a plant for participating in the club's monthly exhibits. A plant exchange and door prizes were distributed.
Sunday Hanson gave a report on the LGCF state convention. Margaret Bailey reported on her visit to local nurseries and showed some water storing crystals. Fannaly gave an overview on the speakers for the coming year.
Genesis Award - May/June 2022
Sonic General Manager Zoe Ungren accepts Gardenettes Genesis Award from Marilyn Wright, club chairman. The drive-inn is located at 753 West Pine Street, Ponchatoula. The commercial landscaping award was received for the eye-catching floral planting in front.
Genesis Award for May-June was presented to Sonic Drive-In, 753 West Pine Street, by Marilyn Wright, Gardenette chairman. This award is given to well planned commercial landscaping. Owned by Gabe Ray and managed by Zoe Ungren, the SONIC sign came down during Hurricane Ida, but the beautiful spring garden in front is resplendent in beautiful blooms and plants which are a delight to our city's main street, according to Wright.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Clubs Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Genesis Award for May-June was presented to Sonic Drive-In, 753 West Pine Street, by Marilyn Wright, Gardenette chairman. This award is given to well planned commercial landscaping. Owned by Gabe Ray and managed by Zoe Ungren, the SONIC sign came down during Hurricane Ida, but the beautiful spring garden in front is resplendent in beautiful blooms and plants which are a delight to our city's main street, according to Wright.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Clubs Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Baton Rouge Garden Club Spring Tea
May 1, 2022
April 2022
Gardenettes April 2022 Newsletter
86th Anniversary LGCF INC. CONVENTION
April 26-27, 2022
Representing the Gardenettes at the Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc. Convention were Vicky Fannaly (standing) and Sunday Hanson (seated). The club received five state and one Deep South Garden Club Inc. awards at the Baton Rouge event April 25-27.
Gardenettes received a Deep South Garden Club Inc. first place for their Publicity Press Book at the Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc. (LGCF Inc.) Convention held in Baton Rouge, April 25-27.Groups are members of National Garden Clubs Inc. Representing the local club were Sunday Hanson and Vicky Fannaly.
Five state awards were received including a cash prize for the club webpage, a state first place for publicity press books, a gold ribbon with seal for Garden Club Achievement and certificates for Arbor Day Programs and Special Conservation.
A life membership in the state federation was presented to Vicky Fannaly by Linda Ryan. This was in appreciation for Fannaly's work as registrar for summer boards. Fannaly gave a workshop presentation on the state webpage as part of the program's events. The LGCF Inc. is composed of 74 clubs with over 2,000 members.
Gardenettes received a Deep South Garden Club Inc. first place for their Publicity Press Book at the Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc. (LGCF Inc.) Convention held in Baton Rouge, April 25-27.Groups are members of National Garden Clubs Inc. Representing the local club were Sunday Hanson and Vicky Fannaly.
Five state awards were received including a cash prize for the club webpage, a state first place for publicity press books, a gold ribbon with seal for Garden Club Achievement and certificates for Arbor Day Programs and Special Conservation.
A life membership in the state federation was presented to Vicky Fannaly by Linda Ryan. This was in appreciation for Fannaly's work as registrar for summer boards. Fannaly gave a workshop presentation on the state webpage as part of the program's events. The LGCF Inc. is composed of 74 clubs with over 2,000 members.
Garden of the Month - April 20, 2022
Sharon and Wayne Melancon received April Garden of the Month honors from the Gardenettes chairman Marilyn Wright. The club is a member of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
"The Melancon's beautiful garden is bright with a circle of rose bushes planted by Wayne Melancon as a surprise for his wife. Ferns add a tranquil accent suggesting a cool haven in the heat of the summer. This well maintained garden is very attractive and welcoming," according to Wright.
"The Melancon's beautiful garden is bright with a circle of rose bushes planted by Wayne Melancon as a surprise for his wife. Ferns add a tranquil accent suggesting a cool haven in the heat of the summer. This well maintained garden is very attractive and welcoming," according to Wright.
April Meeting - April 13, 2022
Retired county agent, Annie Coco, gave a plant quiz at the April 13 Gardenette meeting held at the home of president Vicky Fannaly. Showing specimens from her yard, Coco gave prizes for the most correct answers.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc. (LGCF), Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc. Hostesses for the event included Fannaly, Mary Hirsch, Sunday Hanson, and Sherry Klein. Marilyn Wright said the opening prayer and Hanson led the traditional Collect. Secretary Jamie LeBlanc gave a report, followed by a treasurer's report given by Ellen Pusey. Dottie Boudreaux said that the Bosom Buddy Bags would be presented possibly in May.
Sunshine committee chairman Cynthia Cummer wished a happy birthday for LeBlanc in April. Klein presented LeBlanc with a painting for the occasion. Margaret Bailey's birthday is in May. Horticulture and a breakfast tray floral exhibit were displayed by Bailey.
Thanks were extended to Wright and Hanson for donating items for the silent auction to be held at the LGCF Convention later this month. Gently worn shoes were collected for the Deep South Convention in New Orleans April 2023. The current slate of officers were re-elected to serve a second term due to the many meeting cancellations in the 2020-2022 term. A booklet acknowledging the Never Forget Rose Garden in Baton Rouge was passed around to show the Gardenettes' contribution to the memorial garden.
A list of shrubs and trees planted from the club year 2021-2022 was compiled for a national garden club project. Members planted 52 new additions to their garden that qualified. Membership chairman Pat Walsh ordered nametags for the new members. Also present but not previously mentioned were Karen Moran, Susan Pizani, Margaret Hardin, Sandy Cusick and Cricket Ayala.
The next meeting will be the May Installation Banquet at Salty Joe's. District VI Director Cynthia Moran from Baton Rouge, will conduct the ceremonies.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc. (LGCF), Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc. Hostesses for the event included Fannaly, Mary Hirsch, Sunday Hanson, and Sherry Klein. Marilyn Wright said the opening prayer and Hanson led the traditional Collect. Secretary Jamie LeBlanc gave a report, followed by a treasurer's report given by Ellen Pusey. Dottie Boudreaux said that the Bosom Buddy Bags would be presented possibly in May.
Sunshine committee chairman Cynthia Cummer wished a happy birthday for LeBlanc in April. Klein presented LeBlanc with a painting for the occasion. Margaret Bailey's birthday is in May. Horticulture and a breakfast tray floral exhibit were displayed by Bailey.
Thanks were extended to Wright and Hanson for donating items for the silent auction to be held at the LGCF Convention later this month. Gently worn shoes were collected for the Deep South Convention in New Orleans April 2023. The current slate of officers were re-elected to serve a second term due to the many meeting cancellations in the 2020-2022 term. A booklet acknowledging the Never Forget Rose Garden in Baton Rouge was passed around to show the Gardenettes' contribution to the memorial garden.
A list of shrubs and trees planted from the club year 2021-2022 was compiled for a national garden club project. Members planted 52 new additions to their garden that qualified. Membership chairman Pat Walsh ordered nametags for the new members. Also present but not previously mentioned were Karen Moran, Susan Pizani, Margaret Hardin, Sandy Cusick and Cricket Ayala.
The next meeting will be the May Installation Banquet at Salty Joe's. District VI Director Cynthia Moran from Baton Rouge, will conduct the ceremonies.
Box Tops For Education - April 14, 2022
Gardenette Betty Jordan met with Allison Blache who is a seventh grade Social Studies teacher at Ponchatoula Jr. High on April 14. She was very happy to have the Box Tops and Community coffee coupons, according to Jordan. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
March 2022
Gardenettes March 2022 Newsletter
Annual Covington Garden Club Lunch & Style Show
"Luck of the Irish"
Gardenettes joined other state garden clubs at the Covington Garden Club's annual luncheon and style show March 17 at the Maritime Museum in Madisonville. Clubs are members of Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
March Gardenette Meeting
March 9, 2022
Dr. Allen Owings, senior horticulturist at Bracy’s Nursery, presented a program on the 2022 LSU Super Plants selections. Owings spoke to the Gardenettes at their March 9 meeting at Pappy’s Stowaway Restaurant.
Hostesses for the meeting included Cricket Ayala, Karen Moran, Pat Walsh and Betty Jordan. The opening prayer was given by Sunday Hanson. Annette Cabral was introduced as a guest of Sherry Klein. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
President Vicky Fannaly opened the meeting. A report was given by Ellen Pusey treasurer. Marilyn Wright invited the members to help present Garden of the Month to Jan Downey in Lake Orleans and the Genesis Award to Smith’s Nursery 19355 Hwy. 22 East.
The nominating committee Susan Pizani, Jamie LeBlanc and Cynthia Cummer reported the current officers agreed to assume another two year term due to the broken agenda caused by COVID conditions. Cummer announced the birthdays for the month.
Membership chairman Walsh distributed permanent nametags to the new members present. Members present but not previously mentioned were Margaret Hardin, Kathy Bruce and Sandy Cusick. A brief discussion of the joint Tangipahoa garden club’s meeting which will be hosted by the Gardenettes was held.
Hostesses for the meeting included Cricket Ayala, Karen Moran, Pat Walsh and Betty Jordan. The opening prayer was given by Sunday Hanson. Annette Cabral was introduced as a guest of Sherry Klein. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
President Vicky Fannaly opened the meeting. A report was given by Ellen Pusey treasurer. Marilyn Wright invited the members to help present Garden of the Month to Jan Downey in Lake Orleans and the Genesis Award to Smith’s Nursery 19355 Hwy. 22 East.
The nominating committee Susan Pizani, Jamie LeBlanc and Cynthia Cummer reported the current officers agreed to assume another two year term due to the broken agenda caused by COVID conditions. Cummer announced the birthdays for the month.
Membership chairman Walsh distributed permanent nametags to the new members present. Members present but not previously mentioned were Margaret Hardin, Kathy Bruce and Sandy Cusick. A brief discussion of the joint Tangipahoa garden club’s meeting which will be hosted by the Gardenettes was held.
March Garden of the Month
Jan Downy, 154 Lake Orleans, received the March Garden of the Month award from the Gardenettes. The presentation was made March 9 by chairman Marilyn Wright.
Joining her in congratulating Downy were Vicky Fannaly, Sherry Klein, Mary Hirsch, Betty Jordan, Ellen Pusey, Kathy Bruce, Susan Pizani, Karen Moran, Pat Walsh, Sunday Hanson and Annette Cabral.
The well-maintained lawn is bright with newly planted marigolds. Bird of Paradise plants adorn the area near the front door. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Joining her in congratulating Downy were Vicky Fannaly, Sherry Klein, Mary Hirsch, Betty Jordan, Ellen Pusey, Kathy Bruce, Susan Pizani, Karen Moran, Pat Walsh, Sunday Hanson and Annette Cabral.
The well-maintained lawn is bright with newly planted marigolds. Bird of Paradise plants adorn the area near the front door. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
March-April 2022 Genesis Award
Gardenettes presented the March-April Genesis Award for commercial landscaping to Smith’s Nursery, 19355 Hwy. 22 East. Shown are Sherry Klein, Sunday Hanson, Ellen Pusey, Kyle Kugler, Jeanette Richard, Roxane Smith, Karen Moran, Marilyn Wright, Sandy Cusick, Mary Hirsch, Cynthia Cummer, Vicky Fannaly and Betty Jordan. Photo by Annette Cabral.
Smith’s Nursery, 19355 Hwy. 22 East, received the Genesis Award for March, April. Given to commercial groups whose floral plantings are interesting and attractive, the award was presented by Gardenettes chairman Marilyn Wright.
Assisting her in the presentation were Sherry Klein, Sunday Hanson, Ellen Pusey, Karen Moran, Marilyn Wright, Sandy Cusick, Mary Hirsch, Cynthia Cummer, Vicky Fannaly, Betty Jordan and Annette Cabral. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
According to Wright, the nursery was selected for their interesting yard art as well as their colorful floral offerings.
Smith’s Nursery, 19355 Hwy. 22 East, received the Genesis Award for March, April. Given to commercial groups whose floral plantings are interesting and attractive, the award was presented by Gardenettes chairman Marilyn Wright.
Assisting her in the presentation were Sherry Klein, Sunday Hanson, Ellen Pusey, Karen Moran, Marilyn Wright, Sandy Cusick, Mary Hirsch, Cynthia Cummer, Vicky Fannaly, Betty Jordan and Annette Cabral. Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
According to Wright, the nursery was selected for their interesting yard art as well as their colorful floral offerings.
February 2022
Gardenettes February 2022 Newsletter
TANGIPAHOA PARISH JOINT GARDEN CLUB MEETING
February 9, 2022
Gardenettes had a great day at the annual Joint Tangipahoa Garden Clubs meeting in Amite. Hosted by president Merrie Bennett and the members of Stem and Stamen Garden Club, good program, lots of prizes, silent auctions and raffles - not to mention a good lunch! Also attending were state president Roxanna Champagne, 2nd VP Kyle Martin and District VI Director Cindy Moran. All clubs are members of District VI Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc., and National Garden Clubs Inc.
January 2022
Gardenettes January 2022 Newsletter
Arbor Day - January 24, 2022
Gardenettes planted a live oak tree in front of the City Hall Annex, across the street from the City Hall January 24. City officials attending were Mayor Bob Zabbia, his assistant Rhonda Sheridan. and Faith Peterson, downtown revitalization director.
Garden club chairman Susan Pizani gave a brief program outlining the significance of Arbor Day and the club's commitment to renew the environment. Club members present were Margaret Hardin, Dottie Boudreaux, Sandy Cusick, Marillyn Wright, Sherry Klein, Sunday Hanson, Vicky Fannaly, and Jamie Leblanc.
The club is a member of District VI Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
Garden club chairman Susan Pizani gave a brief program outlining the significance of Arbor Day and the club's commitment to renew the environment. Club members present were Margaret Hardin, Dottie Boudreaux, Sandy Cusick, Marillyn Wright, Sherry Klein, Sunday Hanson, Vicky Fannaly, and Jamie Leblanc.
The club is a member of District VI Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
AFTER THE ARBOR DAY CEREMONY - LA CARETTA'S RESTAURANT
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80th Anniversary - January 12, 2022 Meeting
Kyle Martin, second vice president of the Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., addressed the Gardenettes at their January meeting held at Joe's Italian Restaurant January 12. The state group has 75 member clubs with 2,085 members.
Besides the obvious benefits of meeting people from all over the state with the same passion for gardening, Martin told of the education opportunities to learn flower arranging, gardening, landscaping and environmental skills. The group offers some nice tours to Holland, Germany and the Biltmore House in Ashville NC.
"There are many opportunities to give service to the community through our civic plantings, arbor day ceremonies, scholarship programs and cleanest city competitions," she said. "The clubs are members of Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc."
Treasurer Ellen Pusey presented a gift to Martin from the club. Hostesses for the meeting were Sandy Cusick, Jamie LeBlanc, Susan Pizani and Cynthia Cummer. Honorary member Joan Morse gave the opening prayer. The club voted to give money to three charities designated by members present.
Arbor Day chairman Pizani announced that the club will plant a live oak tree at the City Hall Annex on Friday, January 21 at 11:30 a.m. Those present will meet for lunch following the ceremony with the mayor. Dottie Boudreaux, Bosom Buddy Bag chairman, said that a work day will be set in February to re-stock the club's supply of hospital drain bags for cancer patients.
Garden of the Month chairman Marilyn Wright invited the members to help her and her committee present the January award to Vera Dunbar, 285 N.W. Railroad Avenue. Rose Ann Husser and Margaret Bailey brought horticulture specimens. Bailey also brought a winter floral arrangement for display. Betty Jordan brought some heirloom rose cuttings to share.
Vicky Fannaly said that the Publicity Pressbook has been sent to the state awards committee for judging. She requested members save any news clippings for the coming year's submission. She also noted that this is the Gardenette's 80th year anniversary.
The club welcomed Mary Hirsch as a new member. Hirsch was Garden of the Month winner in December. Members present but not previously mentioned include Cricket Ayala, Carol McGough, Kathy Bruce, Margaret Hardin, Karen Moran and Sherry Klein.
Gardenettes will be traveling to Amite for their annual Joint Tangipahoa Garden Clubs Meeting sponsored this year by Stem and Stamen Garden Club.
Besides the obvious benefits of meeting people from all over the state with the same passion for gardening, Martin told of the education opportunities to learn flower arranging, gardening, landscaping and environmental skills. The group offers some nice tours to Holland, Germany and the Biltmore House in Ashville NC.
"There are many opportunities to give service to the community through our civic plantings, arbor day ceremonies, scholarship programs and cleanest city competitions," she said. "The clubs are members of Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc."
Treasurer Ellen Pusey presented a gift to Martin from the club. Hostesses for the meeting were Sandy Cusick, Jamie LeBlanc, Susan Pizani and Cynthia Cummer. Honorary member Joan Morse gave the opening prayer. The club voted to give money to three charities designated by members present.
Arbor Day chairman Pizani announced that the club will plant a live oak tree at the City Hall Annex on Friday, January 21 at 11:30 a.m. Those present will meet for lunch following the ceremony with the mayor. Dottie Boudreaux, Bosom Buddy Bag chairman, said that a work day will be set in February to re-stock the club's supply of hospital drain bags for cancer patients.
Garden of the Month chairman Marilyn Wright invited the members to help her and her committee present the January award to Vera Dunbar, 285 N.W. Railroad Avenue. Rose Ann Husser and Margaret Bailey brought horticulture specimens. Bailey also brought a winter floral arrangement for display. Betty Jordan brought some heirloom rose cuttings to share.
Vicky Fannaly said that the Publicity Pressbook has been sent to the state awards committee for judging. She requested members save any news clippings for the coming year's submission. She also noted that this is the Gardenette's 80th year anniversary.
The club welcomed Mary Hirsch as a new member. Hirsch was Garden of the Month winner in December. Members present but not previously mentioned include Cricket Ayala, Carol McGough, Kathy Bruce, Margaret Hardin, Karen Moran and Sherry Klein.
Gardenettes will be traveling to Amite for their annual Joint Tangipahoa Garden Clubs Meeting sponsored this year by Stem and Stamen Garden Club.
Garden of the Month - January 2022
Vera Dunbar, 285 NWRR Avenue, was awarded January 2022 Garden of the Month honors by the Gardenettes, January 12. Dunbar received this award many years ago for her horticultural efforts.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
"Many of the plants in this garden are difficult to get to bloom with the cold temperatures we have had. There are trumpet flowers in abundance, Ti plants, Lantana, and tropicals like Plumeria," according to Marilyn Wright, chairman of the program. She was assisted by her committee members Rose Ann Husser and Margaret Bailey, and Gardenettes Margaret Hardin, Vicky Fannaly, Ellen Pusey and Joan Morse.
Gardenettes are members of District VI, Louisiana Garden Club Federation Inc., Deep South Garden Clubs Inc. and National Garden Clubs Inc.
"Many of the plants in this garden are difficult to get to bloom with the cold temperatures we have had. There are trumpet flowers in abundance, Ti plants, Lantana, and tropicals like Plumeria," according to Marilyn Wright, chairman of the program. She was assisted by her committee members Rose Ann Husser and Margaret Bailey, and Gardenettes Margaret Hardin, Vicky Fannaly, Ellen Pusey and Joan Morse.
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