Kingston Garden Club

June 16, 2010

The Potting Sisters!

Karen and Janice from Kingston

The meeting was called to order by President Maxine H at 9:30am.

45 members were present.

Pledge of alliance was said.

Maxine read a quote on gardening. She stated that today we were celebrating our 60^th Birthday party.

Maxine thanked hostesses, Annika M, Dawn V, Jane M and poet Noel L. They had worked on the Birthday Celebration for over a month. There was a table set up with Garden Club memorabilia.

Program: VP, Karen A introduced our program “The Potting Sisters” , Karen Brown and Janice Adams. They gave a wonderful program on planting in pots. We learned about purchasing containers, best type of soils and arranging plants in the containers.

Approval of minutes: The minutes were approved as posted on the internet. There were no corrections.

Treasurers report: Ann I, Treasurer reported that we have “approximately” $9,743.22. She also stated that she is collection membership dues and this meeting.

Hospitality: Karen A presented Maxine with a gift and thanked her for her service as our president this year.

The following members introduced their guests:

Eleanor D - guest Grand daughter Paige
Virginia T - guest Sharon
Bobbi W - guest Jane M
Jane M - guest Marilyn

Two ladies from Suquamish Garden Club were introduced. Pres. Vicki McLaughlin invited us to attend their meetings on the 3^rd Thurs of every month (except June and July) They also have home garden tours.

Maxine presented retiring Pastor Cal with a plant and thanked him for allowing our club to hold our meetings in the church.

Old Business

Betty T brought old programs for the members to see.

Maxine announced the names of the new officers:

Pres: Liz J

Sec. Jan S

Treas. Ann I

She asked for a volunteer to step up to be Vice President. Catherine P agreed to fill this position

The officers will be installed at the August picnic meeting on Thursday Aug 18^th at Betty T

Sun Shine report

Elaine J gave the sunshine report. She stated that Marilyn K had had a stroke.

Blanch Gray

Annika M reported that Blanch Gray dates are:

Sept. 16 Gordon Elementary

Sept. 21 Wolfle Elementary

“Roots” is the theme.

Annika also stated that the lace table clothes on the tables were for sale of $2 each.

Garden Bench -

James A reported that the Garden Bench has been purchase by the Garden Club and will be placed in the Village Green.

Kingston Beautification

Kay P reported that it is important for us to vote August 17th for the Metropolitan Park District. The campaign has started “Go for the Green”!

A “school’s out” party will be held Thurs evening June 17th will games and fun actvities.

Ann W stated that then next date for the Community “Clean Up” is June 26th 9:00 until 12:00

New Business

Plant sale Chairs for next year were introduced: Karen A and Sue H
It was brought up that it is the club’s obligation to maintain, plant and spruce up the community center. There is also a plant under the eve that needs to be watered. Please see Noel if you are able to help with this.
Diann K said that she would help Liz with the yearbook.

Maxine asked that all past presidents stand and be recognized.

Liz J gave directions to her home. Members were invited to tour Liz’s and Noel’s gardens.

The meeting was adjourned at 11:20.

Minutes recorded by Jan S