Our Mission Statement

The Fairbanks Garden Club is dedicated to promoting horticultural education, stimulating interest and knowledge in gardening and the environment, protecting wildlife and natural plant life, and enhancing horticultural beauty in our community.

We are a member of The Garden Club Federation of Massachusetts and National Garden Clubs, Inc.

Our History

The Fairbanks Garden Club was organized on April 16, 1959, became a member of The Garden Club Federation of Massachusetts, Inc. on February 1, 1960, and was granted 501(c)(3) status August 25, 2010.

Who We Are

2025 - 2026 Officers

Co-President: Patricia Aucoin [2023 - 2026]
Co-President: Mary Compagnone [2025 - 2027]
Co-Recording Secretary: Carol Dixon [2024 - 2026]
Co-Recording Secretary: Marla Lynch [2024 - 2026]
Corresponding Secretary: Leanne LaHar [2025 - 2027]
Co-Treasurer: Virginia Swanson [2016 - 2026]
Co-Treasurer: Charlotte Pollock [2019 - 2027]

Committee Chairpersons

Garden Therapy / Horticulture: Jean Lyons Martens / Donna Arthur
Hospitality: Mary Devine-Benz / Joan Byrne
Membership: Saroj Joshi / Mary Ellen Jordan-Mercier
Nominating: Jodi Rand
Plant Sale: Jeanne Rawson / Sandy Smole
Programs / Workshops: Karen Kerrigan / Carol Gillis
Publicity / Website: Stephanie Radner / Jean Varriale
Tours / Conservation: Beth Quarles / Christi Gorelli
Yearbook: Marie Naughton / Mary Ellen Foti
Ways and Means: Ginny Graham
"One touch of nature makes the whole world kin." 
~ William Shakespeare ~

Board Meetings

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Photo credit: Loretta M. Larraga
Unless otherwise noted, Board Meetings are held at the
Endicott Estate, 656 East Street, Dedham, MA
Tuesdays: 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon
September 9
October 7
November 4
December 2 (first Tuesday, if needed)
January 13
February 10
March 10
April 7
May 5 (first Tuesday)
June 2 (first Tuesday)