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

2026 - 2027 Officers

Co-President: Mary Compagnone [2025 - 2027]
Co-President: Maeve McHenry [2026 - 2028]
Co-Recording Secretary: Marla Lynch [2024 - 2028]
Co-Recording Secretary:  Beth MacKeen [2026 - 2028]
Corresponding Secretary: Leanne LaHar [2025 - 2028]
Co-Treasurer: Charlotte Pollock [2019 - 2027]
Co-Treasurer: Jean Varriale [2026-2028]

Committee Chairpersons

Garden Therapy / Horticulture: Jean Lyons Martens / Donna Arthur
Hospitality: Mary Devine-Benz / Jeanne Rawson
Membership: Patricia Aucoin
Nominating: Patricia Aucoin
Plant Sale: Sandy Smole / Jean Varriale
Programs / Workshops: Karen Kerrigan / Carol Gillis
Publicity / Website: Stephanie Radner / TBA
Tours / Conservation: Beth Quarles / Christi Gorelli
Ways and Means: Judy Massey
Yearbook: Marie Naughton
"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 8
October 13
November 10
December 1 (first Tuesday, if needed)
January 12
February 9
March 9
April 13
May 4 (first Tuesday)
June 1 (first Tuesday)