If you’ve driven past the VFW or Wakeman Town Farm, or stopped in at the Parks & Recreation office, Senior Center or Aspetuck Health District, you have admired their festive doors.
They’re not from the wreath fairy.
The decorations were crafted — creatively, colorfully and lovingly — by the Westport Garden Club.
Every year, a dedicated and green-thumbed crew gathers for their annual tradition. They transform fresh balsam into unique 26-inch wreaths.
This year WGC members made 23 wreaths, for 16 locations all over town. Each is decorated with signature bows, natural accents and tailored ornaments, plus a holiday message from the Garden Club.
Members met recently for their annual workshop at Gilbertie’s Herbs & Garden Center. When they finished their labor of love, our public spaces — Adams Academy, Earthplace, A Better Chance, Homes with Hope and over a dozen more — looked even more cheerful.
The Westport Garden Club’s mission has always been about more than just an annual plant sale and gardening tips. For over 100 years, they have conserved and beautified Westport.
In a world filled with excess and plastic, their work stands out as fragrant. Genuine.
And gorgeous.
Thank you, Westport Garden Club. You are our Unsung Heroes of the week — and of every holiday season.
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So beautiful! What a wonderful tradition. Thanks for sharing Dan-A -Claus!
beautiful tradition….. Thank you Westport Garden Club…