Crofton is looking festive once again, thanks to the efforts of the Holiday Decorating Committee led by Project Chair Tracy Backus. Tracy hosted a wreath workshop in her home, where committee members helped add festive bows to fresh wreaths.

Once prepared, the wreaths were delivered and displayed throughout the community—including the Village Green, local public schools, the Blue Star Memorial at the Crofton Community Library, the Gold Star Memorial located at the main entrance to Crofton, and Town Hall. Members of the committee contributed in different ways, whether by assisting at the workshop or delivering the wreaths to the various locations.

A warm thank-you to Tracy Backus, Cindy Hare, Diane Gallow, Angela DeLuca, Jane McClanahan, and Diane Smith. Your time and teamwork helped spread holiday cheer throughout Crofton!

Project Co-Chairs Trish Lilek Demers and Margo Antonelli hosted a cheerful wreath-making workshop at Trish’s home with committee members Diane Smith, Lauren Toomey, Paulette and Paul Heward, Peggy Smail, Rosa Johnson, and Heather Marken. As part of an annual tradition, CVGC contributed wreaths alongside other area garden clubs to help decorate the Maryland State House and State Circle for the holiday season.

Members donated a beautiful assortment of evergreens: thread cypress and juniper from Nancy Percivall; mixed greens and Nellie Stevens holly from Diane Smith; and loblollies and pinecones from Paulette Heward. The variety made each wreath unique and full of seasonal charm.

After the wreaths were completed, Trish delivered them to Renee Little, Naval Academy Garden Club and State Circle Chair, at State Circle and East Street—continuing a meaningful tradition that brightens Annapolis each year.

Each year, the Crofton Village Garden Club joins other District II clubs to decorate State Circle and the Maryland State House with fresh evergreen wreaths.

This season, members Diane Smith, Project Co-Chair Trish Lilek Demers, and Rosa Johnson gathered a mix of greens to prepare for the wreath-making effort. Their teamwork marks the start of a cherished tradition that brings natural beauty to Annapolis each holiday season.

On Monday, November 3rd, the Garden Club gathered at the Village Green Memorial Garden to weed, cut back perennials, and tidy things up for the fall season. In attendance were Rosa Johnson, Yuki Adams, Nancy Percivall, Margo Antonelli, Laura Austin, Angela Wetzel, Peggy Smail, Lois Nichols, and Littany Hollerbach.

A huge thank-you to these wonderful ladies for coming out and helping make the day such a success!

At today’s meeting, Crofton Village Garden Club members participated in a hands-on workshop led by Project Co-Chair Cindy Hansen, creating patriotic-themed floral arrangements to honor local veterans. Using red and white carnations, American flags, and fresh greenery, members designed thoughtful tributes celebrating the courage and dedication of those who have served our country.

Following the workshop, Cindy Hansen delivered arrangements to Meals on Wheels in Baltimore for distribution to veterans along their delivery routes, while Diane Gallow delivered additional arrangements to Hospice of the Chesapeake in Pasadena—spreading heartfelt appreciation throughout the community. Jane McClanahan also shared an arrangement with her neighbor, a Vietnam veteran, extending the club’s gratitude close to home.

This annual project reflects the club’s ongoing commitment to service, gratitude, and honoring those who have given so much.

Thank you to hostesses Lauren Toomey (lead), Peggy Smail, Carol Morris, and Jane McClanahan for providing the refreshments for our November meeting. The patriotic theme was the perfect complement to our program creating floral arrangements for veterans — a thoughtful way to round out a meaningful day.

Crofton Village Garden Club is delighted to welcome Angie Robb as our newest member! Angie was sponsored by Nancy Durose and brings her enthusiasm for gardening and community involvement to our club. We look forward to getting to know her and sharing in many creative and rewarding projects together. Welcome, Angie!