Sewickley's Little Garden Club celebrates 100 years

The Little Garden Club of Sewickley celebrated its 100th Anniversary at its traditional Christmas luncheon on Dec. 8 at Allegheny Country Club.

President Lauren McLeod opened the presentation by introducing the 100th Committee members — Fran Merryman, Nancy Hansen, Britt Eubanks, Elizabeth Sykes, Annie Gensheimer and Diane Meakem. The committee shared highlights of where past members directed their energies since the club’s inception in 1922.

There has been a strong history of highly driven ladies in floppy hats and tennis shoes who had greatly influenced the landscape of Sewickley: Wolcott Park, Park Place and the Broad Street trees have beautified the community for many decades.

In 2010, Little Garden Club raised more than $10,000 at a Dinner & Silent Auction where the proceeds went to purchasing and planting dogwood and service berries in Sewickley Heights Park over a two year period. The club has also had a 50 year history with involvement with the Post Office’s landscape, both at the Sweetwater Center for the Arts and at the Thorn Street locations.

At the end of the presentation, members enjoyed a slide show from the Little Garden Club’s archives, which brought back many fond memories to all in attendance.

To commemorate the club’s 100th Anniversary, Little Garden Club will be making a significant donation to the Sewickley community. A finalized plan will be announced in the spring.