Cultivating Community Through Gardening
The Earth Speaks through gardens and flowers
At District V, we are a dedicated group of gardeners aiming to promote gardening and floral design within our community. Together, we foster a love for growing plants and preserving nature.
Fifth District, Inc.
Federated Garden Clubs of New York State
Mischael McKenna
Director
About District V Gardening Club
District V has a wonderful tradition of community involvement with its 15 clubs, and close to 400 members. Each club takes on some form of community service at its location. This is a dedicated group of gardeners, with the mission to promote gardening, educating both members and the public on gardening and eco friendly issues. Join us to explore the art of floral design, foster community through sustainable practices, and engage in workshops and events for all ages.
Upcoming Events
April 15, 2026
Bi-Annual Luncheon
Twin Ponds Golf and Country Club
Business Meeting 10:00 AM
Luncheon 12 Noon
Speaker:
Sep 11 & 12, 2026
Oct 21, 2026
Semi-Annual Meeting & Luncheon
Twin Ponds Country Club
Business Meeting 10 AM
Luncheon 12 Noon
Speaker:
Central New York
Our clubs meet throughout the Central New York Area
Our Clubs
Adirondack Forever Wild GC
Boonville Area
Established 19912
President: Jeanne Perry
perjeanm@gmail.com
Canajoharie-Ft Plain GC
Established 1934
President: Marion Utz
marionu1977@gmail.com
Clinton Garden Club
Established 1935
Meets 2nd Tuesdays, September-June.
https://www.facebook.com/clintongardenclub
President: Sharon Rippey
sharon.rippey@gmail.com
GC of Richfield Springs
Established 1940
https://www.facebook.com/thegardenclubofrichfieldsprings
President: Holly Dowd
Herkimer Garden Club
Established 1937
https://www.facebook.com/herkimergardenclub
President: Joyce Christiano
jmcri2@verizon.net
Hillsboro Garden Club
Camden, NY
Established 1936
President: Nancy Taskey
nancytaskey@aol.com
Ilion Garden Club
Established 1952
https://www.facebook.com/iliongrows
President: Karen Macrina
klmacrina@yahoo.com
Kanata Garden Club
Holland Patent, NY
Established 1992
President: Kathy Sieffert
kate12661@yahoo.com
Kingsboro Garden Club
Johnstown-Gloversville, NY
Established 1934
President: Kathie Raneri
kathieraneri@hotmail.com
McConnellsville Garden Club
McConnellsville, NY
Established 1935
Presiedent: Corrinne Posner
Minnowbrook Garden Club
Established 1937
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094393982969
President: Carol Brown
cbrown0946@me.com
Paris Hill Garden Club
Established 1940
President: Pam Keida
pkeida3533@yahoo.com
Sauquoit Valley Garden Club
Town of Paris, NY
Established 1937
Meets 2nd Tuesdays, April-December
President: Dale Rager
quarryboys3@gmail.com
Seed & Weed Garden Club
Utica, NY and Environs
Established 1936
Meets 3rd Tuesdays, March-Dec
https://seedandweedgc.weebly.com
President: Jean Driscoll
singingnurse10@yahoo.com
Sherrill Garden Club
Sherrill, NY
Meets 1st Tuesdays
Established 1952
https://www.facebook.com/sherrillgardenclub
President: Dale major
cakiwoba@yahoo.com
Annual Flower Show
Showcase your gardening skills and floral design talents at our annual event, bringing the community together in celebration. 2025 is the fifth annual event. It will be September 5-6 at the Utica Public Library. Click here for the full schedule download.
Gallery
Some of 2024!
