Floral Design Study Group “Envision” – Peaceful Underwater Design Leaders: Cathy Fochtman and Thelma Shoneman Location: St. Matthew’s United Methodist Church We’ll imagine a leafy paradise by arranging manipulated foliage in an underwater design. Glass vase and plant material provided. Bring floral shears, wire cutters and tool box. Cost $25.

Board Meeting Location: Home of Janet Irons Refreshments: Fran Hearn

Hostess Dia Chigas Committee Kelly Clayton • Tanaz Hashemi • Mary Hurley-O’Neil • Diane Williams November 4, 2025 Acton Town Hall, Room 204, and Zoom Social Time 9:00 am Business Meeting 9:30 am Program 10:30 am Light Refreshments • Bring your own beverage

Speaker Elizabeth Almeida, Fat Moon Farm founder Topic Marvelous Mushrooms Description Farmer Elizabeth will share her mycological expertise with us. In this program, we will learn more about this fascinating food and the important role it plays in our diet, our environment, and the economy. Social Time 9:00 am Business Meeting 9:30 am Program 10:30 am Light […]

Horticulture Study Group Plant Mutations Program Leader: Derek Lowe Refreshments: Anne Sterling   What is Horticulture? Horticulture is the science and art of growing plants for human consumption or enjoyment. It can be divided into several sub-disciplines. Environmental horticulture deals with the production of plants for indoor and outdoor ornamental use. It can be further […]

Location: Home of Heather Makris Refreshments: Linda O’Neil

Holiday Greens Workshop Candlestick or Swag with Cathy Fochtman and Thelma Shoneman Bring your favorite taper candle holder and we’ll provide an O’dapter to insert a small round of floral foam to elevate and arrange your greens. Alternate option is a rectangular cage for a swag. Bring your pruners and a selection of greens. If […]

Social Time 9:00 am Business Meeting 10:00 am Holiday Greens Workshop 10:30 am Luncheon 12:00 pm Hostesses : Light Lunch provided by the Executive Board Matthew’s United Methodist Church