
OUR STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
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To stimulate a greater interest in and knowledge of the artistic arrangement of plant materials, flowers, vegetables and their culture;
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To encourage the growth and preservation of our trees and wildflowers;
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To give our aid and protection to our native birds;
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To participate in civic beautification projects around the Town of Canton.
WHAT WE DO
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Provide opportunities to learn from featured speakers in the areas of floral arrangement, horticulture design, and conservation of natural resources.
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Maintain the gardens at the Canton Library and Community Center, the Canton Green, and the four plant containers along the Farmington River in Collinsville.
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Participate in the Japanese Knotweed Eradication Project at Allen Place and the Collinsville Pollen Trail.
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Plant spring bulbs on town properties and along the Rails to Trails.
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Decorate and deliver holiday baskets for local special needs residents.
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Decorate and deliver holiday wreaths and baskets for town agencies.
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Maintain a local bluebird trail.
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Organize annual fundraisers.
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
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Opportunities to learn from featured speakers in the areas of floral arrangement, horticultural design, and conservation.
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Fellowship for its members through a common interest in gardening and the beautification of our community.
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Special trips and related activities.
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Horticultural and floral design workshops.
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Affiliation with state and national gardening organizations such as the Federated Garden Club of CT, Inc.
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Venue to explore creative aspects of life as a gardener.
MEMBER'S OBLIGATIONS
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Pay annual membership dues.
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Regularly attend general meetings.
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Co-host the social hour at one business meeting during the year.
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Participate in activities of the club and attend events.