The next Ventura County Garden Club regular meeting will be on Wednesday, May 1st (2019) at St. Paul’s Episcopal & Emmanuel Church, 117 N. 7th Street, in Santa Paula. This is “A Victorian May Day” and will begin at 1:00 p.m. with a “Vintage Spring Fashion Show”, presented by Garden Club member, Carol Beckerdite; an avid vintage fashion collector. She has created many fashion shows and teas. Models from Ventura and Santa Paula will be wearing original and reproduction vintage clothing and hats; with an emphasis on Victorian style. The show will be followed by light refreshments and regular club business.
May-day basket
After announcements, members and guests will hear about the Victorian custom of making a May Day Basket. Then they will have an optional opportunity to make their own, with fresh cut flowers. Carol will bring supplies for those who telephone her, (805)525-1935, by April 29th. She will collect a $10 materials fee (cash-only), from those who will be making a basket.
Members and guests are encouraged to wear a spring outfit and hat. Carol will bring a few extra hats that she makes ($30-$35 to purchase). Guests are always welcome to join in Club events. For further information about the meeting, contact Jacqualin at (805) 816-6019 or [email protected]