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 move. Please explore the site for more info.
Upcoming Events
2026
Saturday, May 2, at 10:00 a.m.
Green-Up Day on River Road
This is a statewide event for greening up Vermont.
Location: Meet at the fountain below Wilburton Inn.
Coordinator: Barbara Powers
Wednesday, May 13, at 1:00 p.m.
Ferns of Vermont
Ryan Rebozo, Director of Conservation Science at Vermont Ecostudies, will speak about the overlooked ferns of the Vermont landscape.
Location: Dorset Town Office
Coordinator: Pat Cherry
Saturday, May 16, at 9:00 a.m.
Annual Plant, Bake and Tag Sale (Opens to the public at 10am)
All member participation is needed for our fundraiser for Civic Beautification. Set up will be Friday, May 15 and many hands are needed.
Location: Southern Vermont Arts Center
Coordinators: Carolyn Brogan and Anne MacLaurin
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
