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;

• To encourage the growth and preservation of our trees and wildflowers;

• To give our aid and protection to our native birds;

• To participate in civic beautification projects around the Town of Canton.

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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.

• Maintain the garden(s) at Bicentennial Park, Canton Library and Community Center, Canton Green, and plant containers along the Farmington River in Collinsville. 

• Participate in the Japanese Knotweed Eradication Project at Allen Place and the Collinsville Pollen Trail.

• Plant spring bulbs on town properties and along the Rails to Trails.

• Decorate holiday baskets for local special needs residents.

• Decorate and deliver holiday wreaths and baskets for town agencies.

• Maintain 8 bluebird boxes.

• Host two annual fundraisers.

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MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

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• Opportunities to learn from featured speakers in the areas of floral arrangement, horticultural design, and conservation.

• Fellowship for its members through a common interest in gardening and the beautification of our community.

• Special trips and related activities.

• Horticultural and floral design workshops.

• Affiliation with state and national gardening organizations such as the Federated Garden Clubs of CT.

• Venue to explore creative aspects of life as a gardener.

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MEMBER'S OBLIGATIONS

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• Pay annual membership dues.

• Regularly attend business meetings.

• Co-host the social hour at one business meeting during the year.

• Participate in club activities and events.

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