“Flowers always make people better, happier, and more helpful; they are sunshine, food and medicine to the mind.” Luther Burbank

Message From the President

Dear Friends.

I am truly honored and excited to serve as your new president. As we begin a new chapter together,

I had a simple idea “Let’s Grow Together”. I have always been excited by the Back to School season, as it was filled with promise, a brand new year bursting with possibilities. A fresh year of garden club is no different.

“Let’s Grow Together” reflects more than our love of gardening.

It speaks to the spirit of our club – nurturing not only plants but also friendships, knowledge, and our shared commitment to creating beauty. Learning something new helps us grow stronger- together.

This coming year you can expect exciting workshops, inspiring guest speakers, garden tours and many opportunities to dig in and make a difference. We will continue to support each other and enjoy the many ways gardening connects us. I am excited to grow with you and can’t wait to see what we’ll create together!

With warm wishes,

Nina Sylvester

The Rake and Hoe Garden Club of Westfield

Our mission is to educate our members and the public in horticulture, floral design, nature and wildlife. We host workshops, field trips and plant exchanges in addition to presenting informative monthly meetings. Our talented members are more than willing to share their expertise with the group.

Members are dedicated to the community through their work with the Jardine Academy, Mobile Meals, Veterans and by maintaining three public gardens in Westfield. Rake and Hoe is a member of the Central Atlantic Region of the National Garden Clubs, Inc.

If you have an interest in joining the Club or would like additional information, please contact our membership chair, Margot Partridge.

GENERAL MEETINGS

Held Noon at the

Shady Rest Golf Course
820 Jerusalem Road

Scotch Plains
Second Wednesday

of the month

Officers of the Club

2025-2026

President

Nina Sylvester

Vice President

Margot Partridge

Treasurer

Betsy Chance

Recording Secretary

Joann Androconis

Corresponding Secretary

Jane Christiani

Director

Sharon Shiraga

Join Us!

Embrace the beauty of gardening and nature by joining our Garden Club. Connect with fellow enthusiasts who share your passion, making enduring friendships along the way. Engage in fulfilling community service projects in our area and neighboring towns. Plus, with every meeting, expand your knowledge and skills, always learning something new to enrich your gardening journey. Come be a part of our vibrant community, where growth, both in gardens and friendships, is our constant goal.

For more information, please contact

Margot Partridge