Andover Garden Club Members Honored with Awards

At the end of the past club year, two members of the Andover Garden Club were honored by the Northern District of the Garden Club Federation of Massachusetts. Ann C. Lange, noted flower arranger, sculptor, and past president of the club, received a Lifetime Achievement Award. Garden designer and long-time member of the club Judy Wright, who has contributed significantly in the areas of horticulture and programming, received a Certificate of Distinction.

Founded in 1927, the Andover Garden Club is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that encourages the study and practice of horticulture, landscape design, and floral design; aids in the beautification of the town of Andover; and helps protect and conserve natural resources. A member of the Garden Club Federation of Massachusetts, Inc., and National Garden Clubs, Inc., the club provides both financial and hands-on support to a variety of municipal, educational, and environmental organizations throughout the region.

The Andover Garden Club welcomes new members, and information about joining is available from membership chairs Liz Bell (belles810@gmail.com, 978-475-3021) and Cathy Starr (978-475-8473, cstarr12@comcast.net).