Members of the LOW Garden Club support the natural resources of Lake of the Woods in Locust Grove, VA.  They share an interest in furthering scientific knowledge of gardening and horticulture and many want to learn
the artistry of flower design!

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Calendar of Events

Monday, May 11th--1 PM General Membership Meeting at the Clubhouse.  The program will be on "Teas From The Garden" presented b Judith Dreyer, MS, BSN, & Master Gardener

Historic Garden Week
The following is the schedule and prices for HGW! 
Saturday, April 18 is in Orange $50 in advance/$60 day of
Tuesday, April 21 is in F'burg--$45 in advance/$55 day of
Deadline for Tickets is April 13 (Our Next Gen. Mtg.)
Tickets are non-refundable
Email Jeanne Allen if you want to go and she will get the tickets.

Garden Club's Plant Sale!! May 2nd 9-12 at Sweetbriar Pavilion).  Let's make this the most profitable sale we've had.  Remember, this is the Club's biggest fundraiser of the year.  

May 14, 12:00--The mosaic garden ornament workshop will take place on at 4 PM (tile placement) AND again May 18, 12- 3 (grouting) at the Sweetbriar Pavilion.  As of April 2nd, there are 2 more spaces open for a total of 12 participants. The workshop cost is $50 and must be paid no later than April 13th at the garden club meeting. Cash or check payable to the Lake of the Woods Garden Club. 
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General meetings are held at 1 PM on the second Monday of each month in the clubhouse unless noted otherwise.
Board meetings are held on the fourth Monday of each month unless noted otherwise.

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Take a look at our 2025-2026 Scrapbook here

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No more bees, no more pollination, no more plants, no more animals, no more man.

Next Gathering:

Monday, May 11th

Food Pantry Items to Bring:
Cereal

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From the April
General Meeting Program

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Our April speaker was Ashley Appling of the Culpeper County Extension Office presenting on Mosquitos. Ashley displayed images of a wide range of mosquitoes species before focusing on the Virginia varieties. She discussed their habitat, life cycle, and methods of control. Furthermore, she provided tips for personal protection for yourself and home. The main deterrent is to remove any standing or stagnant water in the area--Jackie McMahon

Alex Salustri

Members gathered to celebrate the dedication of an American Dogwood.

In honor of Arbor Day, members gathered at the clubhouse to dedicate an American Dogwood, Cornus florida. Member Alex Salustri provided a brief history of Arbor Day which began in 1872. Founded in Nebraska, it is now commemorated throughout the world. This state tree is located at the clubhouse near the walkway to the beach. Thank you to Daniel Smith and his Maintenance team for their assistance in the placement.

LOW Garden Club
2025-2027 Officers

President - Jeanne Allen
Vice President - Christine Bregar
Programs -Janet Stockman, Renee Hochenberger and Susan Petty-Bailer
Recording Secretary - Deborah Baird
Corresponding Secretary -
                         Shellee Williams
Treasurer - Rita Bowles
Assistant Treasurer - Judy Flynn            
Parliamentarian - Jan Davis
Nominating Committee -Gaylen Smoak
Ex-Officio President - Debbie Hein
                     
The Board meets on the 4th Monday at 10 am in the Community Center.  All members are welcome to attend.

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LOW GC Members at OH

Members of the LOW GC recently got together to enjoy each other AND the fruits of the grape at Old House Vineyards.

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Jackie McMahon reminds members to write down any tree questions they may had for Garden Club's new, "Ask The Arborist" column which will be running in the LOW Currents.

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The LOW Garden Club is a member of the National Garden Clubs, Inc., South Atlantic Region and
The Virginia Federation of Garden Clubs, Shenandoah District