The Garden Club of Manchester
Welcome
With more than 100 members and a recently celebrated centennial anniversary, the Garden Club of Manchester (GCM) has long played a vital role in preserving the beauty and character of Manchester and Dorset.
Through its many projects, the Club helps ensure these communities remain as picturesque as the Green Mountains themselves—reflecting Vermont’s natural splendor and enduring New England charm. Its membership is a vibrant mix of Master Gardeners, skilled floral designers, enthusiastic beginners, and dedicated, community-minded neighbors.
The work of the club can be seen throughout the Manchester/Dorset and surrounding areas, from civic beautification to conservation to education. Please explore the site to learn more.
Upcoming Events
2026
Wednesday, May 20 at 7:00 a.m. & 9:00 a.m.
Annual Bird Walk and Breakfast
The variety of habitat at Manchester Country Club wetlands attracts many different species of birds which are singing, choosing mates and nest building. Breakfast and a short program to follow.
Locations: Manchester Country Club and Equinox Village
Coordinator: Martha Pfeiffer
Tuesday, June 9, at 9:00 a.m.
Manchester Town Green Cleanup
Manchester Coordinator: Sue Hinkel
Wednesday, June 10, at 1:00 p.m.
America’s Most Under-Appreciated Flower
Barbara Melera of Harvesting History will talkabout Dahlias: growing them, storing them and
learning to appreciate these stunning colorful flowers.
Location: Manchester Community Library
Coordinator: Carol Munson
Tuesday, July 7, at 9:00 a.m.
Manchester Town Green Cleanup
Manchester Coordinator: Sue Hinkel
Wednesday, July 8, at 1:00 p.m.
Thinking Outside the Vase and Garden Tour Preparation
This was so much fun last year, we decided to repeat it. Enjoy the fun to mix, mingle and make. Bring a creative vase and flowers from your home to swap with another member and do an arrangement in their container with their flowers. You will take home a creative arrangement made by another GCM member. We will also prepare for the upcoming garden tour, and all hands on deck are needed.
Location: Manchester Community Library
Coordinators: Becky Burke and Lisa Welp
Saturday, July 11
GCM Garden Tour
Join in by helping and attending the tour of gardens in Manchester, Dorset, and East Dorset. This will be a fundraising event, and 100% participation by GCM members is needed.
Locations: Various Gardens
Coordinators: Garden Tour Committee and Executive Board
Mark your calendar!! Tickets go on sale June 1st, buy online or at Northshire Bookstore and HM Williams