If you’re looking for a way to have an impact on the Stamford community while making meaningful connections , The Stamford Garden Club may be the perfect fit!
It was founded in 1921 as a gathering of local women and gardening enthusiasts with a love of plants and community improvement. At that time, members beautified prominent public spaces, including landscaping around the Stamford Railroad Station.
Mia Schipani is a Member and Co- Chair of Visiting Gardens Committee for The Stamford Garden Club. She is sharing her experience!
Why did you decide to get involved with The Stamford Garden Club?
I have always loved plants and flowers and when I bought a house in Stamford, I inherited a professionally designed garden that I needed to maintain and so I wanted to learn more about gardening myself vs. paying my landscaper.
What has been your biggest achievement as a member of The Stamford Garden Club?
Contributing to the awareness of all our amazing community and civic projects.
Goodbody Garden at Fort Stamford
Where can we go to see your work?
The Goodbody Garden is one of Stamford’s most beautiful and historic gardens that we maintain.
What do you want local families to know about your organization?
That we encourage anyone who is passionate about horticulture, gardening, conservation and learning to get involved. Our club is part of The Garden Club of America and the Federated Garden Clubs of Connecticut which gives us access to the best resources and benefits, including garden tours and education.
Garden Tour at Sleepy Cat Farm
How can others become involved and begin volunteering with The Stamford Garden Club?
Our garden club is membership based and new members are voted into the organization each year. If you’re interested in being a member of The Stamford Garden Club, reach out to Mia at [email protected] or (646) 734-7004.
What is your number one gardening tip this spring?
Invest in your own garden education and you will be inspired to work on your own floral, herbal, and vegetable gardens!
Join The Stamford Garden Club’s “Enchanted Garden Cocktail Gala” on Thursday, May 14 at a very special artist’s studio along the Rippowam River.
Celebrate Spring, Meet the Volunteer Gardener’s who are Beautifying our City & Learn about the Educational Workshops and more! Click here to purchase tickets!