Presidents Message

Maplewood Garden Club’s President Monthly Message

September 2026

WELCOME BACK! I am excited to be taking on the mantle of President, as the Maplewood Garden Club celebrates its 99th year! MGC is more than just a place to share plants and gardening knowledge – it is a place where friendships grow, ideas bloom and we work together to create something beautiful. Each of you brings unique energy, knowledge and experience, and that is what makes our Club special.

THIS YEAR I LOOK FORWARD to seeing our gardens flourish, our projects take shape, and our conversations inspire new ideas and lasting connections. Whether you are a longtime member or joining us for the first time, your presence and participation are deeply valued and greatly appreciated.

JOY. Maybe you spent time this summer:

Cleaning out the Bird Houses
Experiencing the glory of a night blooming queen
Enjoying a book in your Garden
Enjoying the Sunset from your garden

NO MATTER WHAT YOU DID, I hope you did it with your whole heart and that it brought you joy.

HELPING HANDS. I encourage each of you to stay engaged, share ideas, and take part in the upcoming events and projects that make our Club so meaningful. Your participation helps the Club and our community continue to grow, bloom, and thrive.

TAKE A PEEK AT THE COMMITTEE DIRECTORY in the Yearbook to see what sparks your interest, then reach out to the committee chair to learn how you can pitch in.  Or maybe you can step up and chair a committee? We have openings for: Garden Walk, Hospitality, Library Donations, Publicity, MGC Clothing, Garden Behind the Greenhouse.

Contact me directly if you would like to be the chairperson of one of these committees. Every helping hand makes a difference, and everyone is warmly welcome.

THANK YOU FOR your continued support, your time, and your commitment to making our Club a success. I am excited for all that we will learn, share, and accomplish together in the months ahead. Wishing all of you a joyful, productive, and blooming year! Let’s dig in and continue to grow strong as we bloom into MGC’s 99th year!

~ Juliet Powell

president@maplewoodgardenclub.org