This Week in the Garden – Vol 144
This week in the garden (TWIG)…Vol 144
November 6, 2024
Tuesday, November 12th, 10am-Program and meeting
Social, refreshments, and raffle tickets at 9:30am
Patricia DiBona of DiBona Designs Studio is a local Norcross artist. She will show us how to paint wonderful watercolor rose note cards! This is a hands-on experience. (https://www.dibonadesignsart.com/)
Please RSVP to Debbie Boyd by Friday, Nov 8th if you can attend (Debbie.boyd@comcast.net)
If you wish to send a sympathy card to Barbara Johnson Bergin’s husband, his address is: Randy Bergin 701 Belgrave Lane, Tucker GA 30084.
What to bring to the meeting?
· Please bring your own mug to this meeting for coffee or tea. It’s one small “green” step for our meetings. If you prefer water, please bring your own beverage container.
· Grocery store plastic bags for Neighborhood Cooperative Ministry-very much needed!
· Pull tabs for Ronald McDonald House
· Cash for door prize raffle. 3 items will be in the raffle at each meeting. (Please note raffle tickets are $1 ea. or 6 for $5. No free tickets will be given out. Proceeds from the raffle go toward the Norcross Garden Club college scholarship fund awarded to a local student.)
Tuesday, December 10th 6:00pm at the Norcross Community Center
Christmas Dinner and Wrapped Gift Exchange
The club will provide a light dinner: appetizers, salad, desserts and beverages.
For our gift exchange, think of your favorite gardening item- e.g., book, plant, tool, etc. It can be new or used–please wrap your gift. Please feel free to bring a bottle of wine to share.
Please RSVP as early as possible! The deadline for reservations is Tuesday, November 26th.
For the past several years, we have asked members to consider donating a $25 gift card to the Neighborhood Cooperative Ministry. The cards will be distributed to families in need for Christmas…suggestions: Publix, Kroger, Aldi, Target, Walmart.
Cottage Workday-Saturday November 10th 10a-12p
Our shed needs to be cleaned out and re-organized. All are welcome to help! Let Kathy know if you can help. (678.357.8684)
Fulton Federation Meeting, Monday, November 11th 10:30am
Refreshments and Social at 10:15am
Northside Drive Baptist Church Fellowship Hall
3100 Northside Drive NW, Atlanta, GA 30305
Enter through the handicap door or where the awning is at the office entrance.
Program: “More About Camellias” by John Scarpu, President of the North GA Camellia Society.
Please bring cash for Penny Pines, raffle tickets and a tip for the custodians. Kathy Sumner is attending. Please let Kathy know if would like to ride with her. (678.357.8684)
Blue Star Memorial Marker Installation, Sunday November 10th
Christmas Shopping at the Cottage Saturday November 16th 10a-5p
Mark your calendars for ‘Christmas at the Cottage’on Saturday, November 16, at The Garden Club Cottage in Historic Norcross, hosted by local interior designer Beverly Norris. Garden Club members are invited to shop from 9a-10a and receive a 10% discount on purchases during this hour. Browse a beautiful selection of home décor and holiday items, including garlands, wreaths, and more. It’s a great opportunity for gifting or decorating your own home. Bring a friend, neighbor, or family member and enjoy the holiday shopping experience!
Historic Norcross Christmas Village Saturday Dec 7th 10a-6p
This event is sponsored by the Historic Norcross Business Assn and the City of Norcross. Our club is participating this year. We will sell hand-made bows and offer a free craft project for children.
Volunteers are needed to make bows. Helpers are needed at the cottage on Saturday Dec 7th to sell the bows and help with the craft projects. This is also a great opportunity to show off our cottage and grounds. Please contact Jeanette Shewbert to volunteer (770.329.1411 or jmosowski@gmail.com)
Dogwood District Annual Wreath Fundraiser Sale-Order deadline is December 1st.
The Annual Wreath Fundraiser raises money for the GCG Scholarship initiative.
For those of you who love Three Rivers Holiday Wreaths, you can order them again. These beautiful wreaths ship all over the Country and shipping is included in the price. It’s especially great for out-of-state family and friends. Use this link to place your order. Order deadline is December 1st. https://threeriversfundraising.com/fundraiser/gcgdd-w24/
Garden Club of Georgia-100th Anniversary-Statewide Contest for a “Theme”
The 100th Anniversary will be in 2028. All garden club members statewide are invited to submit an entry for a “Theme” that will be captivating and memorable. The committee is looking for a catchy phrase that embodies the 100-year history of the Garden Club of Georgia. The Theme will be used in promotional materials and media publicity to create interest and awareness within all the garden clubs and for the general public.
Submit your entry by January 15, 2025, to 100th Anniversary Chair, Barbara Bourque
b.bourque@comcast.net by email or postal mail to Barbara Bourque, 6445 Holland Drive, Cumming GA 30041. The decision of the 100th Anniversary Committee is final. Winner will be announced in Garden Gateways with an acknowledgement of appreciation. One entry per person.
Please provide the following information:
Name, complete address, email and phone number, Garden Club and Club #. And most importantly Your Theme entry. (Contest form is attached)
November Landscape Tips from UGA Extension Gwinnett
· Time to fertilize pansies and other winter annuals. Use a slow-release product that will feed through the next 3-4 months.
· Time to plant garlic! It will be ready to harvest next June.
· Check out the instructions for creating a compost pile.
· Gardening is excellent physical exercise. Studies have shown that one hour of weeding burns 300 calories, the same as walking or bicycling at a moderate pace.
For many more tips: https://extension.uga.edu/content/dam/extension-county-offices/gwinnett-county/anr/gardening-tips-month-to-month/11-November.pdf
Norcross Events
City of Norcross: https://www.norcrossga.net/
Lionheart Theatre: https://lionhearttheatre.org/. See website for upcoming performances, times and ticket information. Performances have been selling out! Reserve early if you see something you like!
The Norcross Gallery and Studios is open Thursday-Saturday 11am-4:00pm to view works and exhibits by local artists. https://norcrossgalleryandstudios.org/
Peachtree Corners Events
Town Center Events Schedule-https://peachtreecornersga.gov/DocumentCenter/View/561/Full-2023-Event-Calendar-PDF?bidId= The Forum https://theforumpeachtree.com/
