2023 Member Special Events | Rockportgardenclubme

Member Special Events

Eastward Manor Spring Social

Friday, May 12th at 5:30 pm

Each season, a wonderful social event is on the calendar! For members and their partners, the Spring Social, held at the Eastward Manor House, is an evening dinner prepared by club members. It is a great way for everyone to gather, informally, after the Maine winter. The highlight is a game of Right-Left-Center.

Hostesses: Jacquie Ferrara, Susan Freeman, Helen Kuhl & Patti Peace

Mad Hatter's Tea - A Real July Garden Party

Wednesday, July 12th at 1:00 pm

In the high summer, members gather at a private home for a beautiful afternoon of camaraderie. This is a potluck affair with salads and desserts creating a spectacular buffet table. Members are asked to wear a hat bedecked with flowers.

Hosted by Lynn Snider

Hostesses: Marilyn McWilliams & Cindy Rocknak

Merry Spring Nature Center Tour

Monday, July 17th at 10:00 am

Merryspring Nature Center Tour with John Fromer, the new Program Director at Merryspring Nature Center, - donation.

Rockport Boat Club Party

Sunday, August 6th at 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm

The Rockport Boat Club is the venue for this annual August revel. Everyone is invited with their spouse or significant other. It is an afternoon by the water with pot-luck appetizers. byob cocktails, great conversation and sunshine.

Hostesses: Haunani Wallace & Sally Ann Williamson

Schleppinghurst Garden Tour

Monday, August 14th at 10:00 am

For nearly 40 years, Ken Cleaves has been clearing, moving rocks, and making paths in the woods of his Lincolnville property. He calls his tranquil, rambling landscape “Shleppinghurst.” Maine Homes Magazine by DownEast describes it; "An expansive, serene haven emerges from decades of taming a stony forest." This tour is $15 per person.

October Annual Luncheon

Thursday, October 5

The annual luncheon meeting is held every October and includes the President's report of the year. A buffet with appetizers, entree, salad and dessert is provided by members. It is a lovely occasion celebrating our membership.

Hosted by the Executive Board