Ongoing Club Projects

Gardens

 LOVEY'S GARDEN

Chairperson: Jane Madis

Our first garden designed and created in 1992 as a tribute to the late Lovey Montemurro, is an established perennial garden located at the Doc Fry Community Center. This year a special committee is looking to revamp the garden and return it to its former majesty.

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THE FLAGPOLE GARDEN

Chairperson: Eileen Marcos

This garden was established in 1993, following the completion of Warwick's new Town Hall. The committee plants and maintains this circular bed located in front of the building. Each year it is replanted with annuals to create a new design and color scheme.

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 VILLAGE HALL GARDEN

Chairperson: Marcela Gross

A combination of perennials and annuals are employed in the design of this miniature garden alongside the Village Hall.

The committee for this garden handles its implementation and maintenance.

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  DR. BEERS GARDEN AT MEMORIAL PARK

Chairperson: Darlene Brozowski

In 1995 the Warwick Valley Gardeners were invited to design and plant a garden at the monument to Dr. Beers at the entrance to Memorial Park. Perennials provide the backbone for this garden and annuals bring plenty of color to the area.

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MEMORIAL PARK - WORLD TRADE CENTER GARDEN

Chairperson: Lori Testa

In 2002 a monument was built to remember Town residents lost in the World Trade Center disaster. The WVG assumed the planting and maintenance of the garden surrounding the monument and it now flowers for three seasons.

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"WELCOME TO WARWICK" GARDEN - FORESTER AVE

Chairperson: Gertrude Galligan

In 1996 the Village of Warwick installed a beautiful sign near Forester Avenue to welcome visitors. The WVG were asked to create a planting to complement the sign. Now, years later it is planted for four seasons.

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"WELCOME TO WARWICK" GARDEN - ROUTES 17A/94

Chairperson: Loretta Ridella

In 1997 the Village of Warwick installed a charming sign along Routes 17A/94 at the north end of the village to welcome visitors.

The WVG now plant this lovely spot for three seasons.

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RAILROAD GREEN

Chairman: Cathy Garofalo and Shelly Sherfey

Our largest and most ambitious project to date, this garden is located in the center of the Village and is planted and  decorated for four seasons. Masses of annuals, perennials, and ornamental grasses border the park, in addition to raised planters, which change with the seasons.

Other Projects

Academic Scholarship

This new committee has been established to forge a relationship with Warwick Valley High School to create an annual scholarship in the field of horticulture.

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Arbor Day

Chairman: Pat Conroy Reinhardt

Arbor Day is a nationally - celebrated observance that encourages tree planting and care. Over the years the WVG has planted many trees in celebration of this event. The last Friday of the month of April has been designated Arbor Day in New York State, and as always, the club will participate with a planting ceremony and observance.

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Garden Therapy

Chairperson: Mary Pohlman

Garden Therapy is the use of live plants to heal and rehabilitate people. The WVG has a very active program at our local nursing facility, Mt. Alverno. Our club meets every few months to conduct workshops, such as simple planting and flower arranging projects.

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Library  Book Donations

Chairperson: MaryAnn Buckley

As part of WVG's mission to develop an interest in gardening and horticulture, the club continues to donate books to the Warwick Valley library system. Often, these donations include books for children, to instill an interest in gardening at an early age.

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Youth Gardens

Chairman: Pat Conroy Reinhardt

The WVG contribute to the Junior Master Gardener program, which is under the direction of Pat Conroy Reinhardt at Kings Elementary School.

Special Projects

Railroad Green Beautification

Chairperson: Cathy Garofalo

This project grows every year. We now plant this garden for four seasons, adding new perennials every year. Plans are in the works to add new plantings to this garden in the heart of the village.

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Railroad Green Holiday Decoration

Trees are lit with balls of light, as well as the perimeter of the park. Last year we decorated the seating area with green swags and garlands; this year we added swags to the lampposts and a live tree to the center of the stone planters. All of this was done in time for Warwick's Home for the Holidays Celebration the week before Thanksgiving.

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Warwick in Bloom

Chairpersons: Micki Londsky and Inga Spence

The town of Warwick participated in "America in Bloom", a national program committed to fostering civic pride, environmental responsibility, and beautification through community participation and won first prize in its population category. The Warwick Valley Gardeners continue to work with this organization to beautify the village of Warwick by participating in various fundraisers and floral projects. All members serve on this committee.