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Jefferson City, Missouri

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2021 Programs and Activities

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The 2021 yearbooks were distributed in December. You can also access the listing of meetings, programs, activities, and committees by clicking the image at the left or clicking this link.
See also the​ "Calendar Tab" above and the "Upcoming Events" column on the right.

2020 Scholarship Winners

     The 2020  Bittersweet Garden Club Scholarship recipients are:
  • Kennedy Frank - Osage R-2 H.S.; will attend University of Missouri-Columbia​
  • Tance R. Lachcik - Helias Catholic H.S., will attend Central Methodist University
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Upcoming Events
MEETING LOCATIONS: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, meeting locations will be determined on a monthly basis, considering public health guidelines and our own sense of perceived safety. We will meet via Zoom when not able to meet in person.

March Bittersweet Meeting

 Thursday, March 18

Meeting online via Zoom
Meeting: 6:30 PM
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Program: “Taking Under-Used Trees and Shrubs to New Heights”
Presenter:  Katie Kammler
Katie Kammler has been a Horticulture Specialist with MU Extension since 2008. She has worked in various horticulture enterprises including a nut tree farm, orchard, greenhouse, commercial vegetable production, and landscaping. Katie will show by way of a power point presentation how to incorporate under-used trees and shrubs—both native plants and cultivated varieties—into the landscape.
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Host: Pat Roberts
Co-Hosts: Mari-Anne Antweiler, Judy Birk, Linda Bledsoe, Linda Block, Ginni Griffen, Sheri Holland, Tracy Leonberger, Naydene Quisling, Sonya Ross, Liz Rue, Judy Schneider, Jenelle Schwieterman
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April Bittersweet Meeting

Thursday, April 15
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Meeting online via Zoom
Meeting: 6:30 PM
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Program: “Details and Creativity Behind the Bouquet”
Presenter: Leana Fitzgerald & Kristina Aust
Leana Fitzgerald has 27 years’ experience in the floral industry starting in the flower shop with her mom to currently serving as General Manager at Busch’s Florist. Assisting will be Kristina Aust who has 26 years’ experience. Leana will give us insight such as how and where flowers are obtained, how they are chosen and what’s most popular. Then she will discuss flower design, create a floral arrangement, and, finally, raffle the bouquet. 
Host: Linda Block
Co-Hosts: Mari-Anne Antweiler, Karen Basel, Brenda Hancock, Millie Jones, Nancy Kaiser, Tracy Leonberger, Evelyn Samson, Niki Schulte, Sheila Scott, Sue Scott
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May Bittersweet Meeting

 Thursday, May 20

Meeting online via Zoom
Meeting: 6:30 PM
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Program: “Garden Tour Preparation”
Presenter:  Linda Block and Ronda Thompson
Linda and Ronda, co-chairs for the Bittersweet Garden Tour, will conduct an informational meeting regarding the 21st Annual Bittersweet Garden Tour. Signs, tickets and flyers will be distributed.
Inspirational Minute: Cathy Hall
Host: Gail Cummins
Co-Hosts: Cass Bates, Cathy Hall, Sandy Hiatte, Kathy Kolb, Kathy Laur, Marcia Reed, Rosella Reinkemeyer, Pat Roberts, Susan Stork

Share-Your-Garden Tour

 Sunday, May 23

Enjoy a sampling of five of our own Bittersweet members' gardens. Share your gardening talent or just enjoy the comradery of fellow members while viewing the gardens. Gardens might be complete or a work in progress in need of a few helpful hints or suggestions.

Details will be shared at a later date.
Bittersweet Garden Club - Jefferson City, Missouri