As the Woman's Club has done for many years, in conjunction with The Children's Connection, we are having our traditional Holiday Toy Drive for children who are neglected, abused and undergoing difficult times. Members are being asked to bring NEW UNWRAPPED gifts, as well as gift cards, cash and checks, at November's Club Day luncheon and throughout the month of November. There is a drop off box outside the office next to the grandfather clock. (more…)
A Worker's Coffee will be held on Nov. 3rd at 10:00 a.m. We
will meet in the auditorium of the clubhouse. This is open to
all members. It is great for the regular workers to meet each
other and refresh procedures or bring up any issues they have
encountered. It is also a good introduction for anyone who is
thinking about working at the Cottage. Refreshments will be
served. We hope to see you there.
Save the date and tell your friends & family!
On Thursday, Nov. 5, 2pm to 6pm ONLY, TALBOTS on Main St. in Westport
is offering us a WIN-WIN-WIN shopping fundraiser event!
Jump start your holiday shopping with 30% OFF all purchases from their exciting, newly revamped apparel collections. BETTER STILL--The WWC will receive 10% of ALL SALES on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2pm to 6pm!!! (more…)
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk on Sunday, October 18th at Sherwood Island State Park. As they have done for the past several years, members of the Woman’s Club walked together as a group to raise funds for breast cancer research and to show support for all the women who have experienced – themselves or loved ones – this disease.
Please mark your calendar for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk on Sunday, October 18th at Sherwood Island State Park at 9am. As we have done for the past several years, members (and their friends and family) of the Woman’s Club will be walking together as a group to raise funds for breast cancer research and to show support for all the women who have experienced – themselves or loved ones – this disease.
Go to the website for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer and register under the Westport Woman’s Club, or contact Audrey Rabinowitz (bxiteb4.com or 227-6010) for further information.
Dinner / Dance / Demo
Saturday, December 5th
6:30 - 10:00 PM
What happens to a native of blue-collar Brockton, MA who graduates college (Wellesley), marries, moves to Japan, writes a thoughtful, well-received book about Japanese women, then returns home with her brood to take up residency in Greenwich, CT?
On Mon. Oct. 5, when the Westport Woman’s Club welcomes comedian Jane Condon as the featured monthly luncheon entertainment, the audience will learn the hilarious answers.
Jane Condon “…had the audience cackling, guffawing and in hysterics as she sliced through marriage, husbands, kids, politics and other topics,” says the New York Times.
"Jane Condon is that rarity among her fellows, a comic whose material never needs laundering;" notes the Wall Street Journal. (more…)
On Thursday, Sept. 17, 5:30-7 pm, The Westport Woman's Club, at its historic Bedford Hall, 44 Imperial Avenue, will host the next Westport-Weston Chamber of Commerce "Business After Hours." The event offers the social philanthropic Westport Woman's Club, a non-profit member of the WWCC, an opportunity to introduce local businesses to rental options of WWC facilities, which comprise Bedford Hall (c. 1866) with attached commercial kitchen, along with parts of the main clubhouse, the c.1881 Queen-Anne-style Sidney Watts House. (more…)
It was a full house today at the Westport Woman’s Club “Club Day Luncheon” featuring the awarding winning fine art and editorial photographer Westporter Stacy Bass who started her presentation with a slide show of some of her truly beautiful photos from her current book, “Gardens at First Light.” She is known for capturing the essence of a place through an intuitive use of light, color and composition.
By volunteering at the Festival, we are expressing our appreciation and gratitude for the monies we have received, as well as showing support for a community event. If you are interested in helping out, there is a sign-up sheet at the Club or contact Audrey Rabinowitz to be assigned a shift.
In the Westport Woman's Club’s first-ever “live” Talk Show, "16 Minutes," award-winning fine art and editorial photographer Stacy Bass was interviewed by WWC president, Dorothy Curran during the Sept. 8th Club Day luncheon. Focusing on Stacy’s latest book, Gardens at First Light, this ground-breaking interview covered her Westport roots, family tree and the real dirt on garden photography.
Audience Q & A followed the interview. Books were available for purchase and signing by the photographer. (more…)
The "CORONATION"!!!
At our July Bunco Night, we crowned our "Bunco Queen - 2015"
DIANA ZASLOW! Diana has been a bunco player for several years and this is her 3rd "crowning!" We all bid her a fond farewell as she will be moving but encourage her to continue her bunco playing in her new location.
Dear Ladies,
I'm hoping that this finds you in the midst of spring cleaning your closets and drawers and you're looking at some freshly clean, perfectly wonderful, seldom-worn garments and wondering what to do...?
GOOD NEWS! I have THE ANSWER!
The WWC Clothing Sale --- for perfectly wonderful, seldom-worn or gently-used garments ONLY-- is returning in October.
Once again on Father’s Day Weekend, “kids of all ages” gathered at the Westport Woman’s Club, 44 Imperial Avenue, to enjoy one of the town’s oldest and best-loved family events, The Westport Woman’s Club’s Yankee Doodle Fair.
Warm thanks to the "kids of all ages" in the greater Westport community who came out and supported Yankee Doodle Fair 2015, the non-profit Westport Woman's Club's signature fundraiser and Westport's favorite--and last remaining--carnival-style fair! Special thanks to those who came anyway on Sat. June 20, rode the rides and bought Raffle tickets (our "rain insurance") during the surprise day-long drizzle. (more…)
The program last night at the WWC was co-hosted by WWC Cultural Affairs, WWC Community Services, the Westport Public Library and TEAM Westport.
The movie, “The Good Lie” is the story of the ”Lost Boys of Sudan”. Thousands of boys and girls were rescued from the war having escaped the Soldiers who in many instances killed their parents and tried to kidnap the children for the Army. Those who were lucky enough to come to the United States have become U.S. Citizens and lead good lives. (more…)
Yankee Doodle Fair Video
A screening of the film The Good Lie, about the "Lost Boys" of the Sudan followed by a talkback with the screenwriter Margaret Nagle will take place on Wednesday, June 24 at 6:30pm at the Westport Woman's Club. The program is free and open to the public, presented in partnership with The Westport Library, TEAM Westport and the Westport Woman's Club. (more…)
Scenes from Memorial Day Parade
Once again on Father’s Day Weekend, “kids of all ages” will gather at the Westport Woman’s Club, 44 Imperial Avenue, to enjoy one of the town’s oldest and best-loved family events, The Westport Woman’s Club’s Yankee Doodle Fair. This year Westport’s last remaining annual family Fair opens Thursday, June 18, 6 PM to 10 PM and continues Friday, 6 PM to 10 PM, Saturday, 1 PM to 10 PM and Sunday, 1 PM to 5 PM. (Yankee Doodle Fair Details)
The Yankee Doodle Fair will once again feature carnival rides and games from Stewart Amusements. The Expo Wheel is replacing the Ferris Wheel. Dizzy Dragon, Bumper Cars, Cobra Coaster, Tornado, Scrambler, Cliff Hanger, Super Slide, Whacky Shack Fun House, Merry Go Round, and Rip Cord are returning. A new updated spectacular version of the Ali Baba type ride named Rock Star and breath-taking Zero Gravity, are among others. Kiddie Rides include Quad Runner, Jumping Jumbos, Dinos and Frog Hopper. (more…)
The Westport Woman’s Club Scholarship Committee awarded a total of $30,000 in scholarships to (8) Staples High School seniors and (1) Adult Woman’s scholarship at their May 22, 2015 Scholarship Awards Ceremony.
The scholarship awards are based on financial need and scholastic ability (no lower than 3.0 academic GPA). (more…)
WWC awarded $36,400 to 33 local nonprofit organizations at their Annual Grants Awards Breakfast today.
Pictured (center) and surrounded by the recipients are Nancy Saipe, WWC Community Services Director and Dorothy Curran, WWC President.
2015 YANKEE DOODLE FAIR
JUNE 18TH - JUNE 21ST
Sponsored by:
The Westport Woman’s Club
44 Imperial Avenue
Westport, CT
203-227-4240
Another very successful USPS Postal Carriers Food Drive to benefit the WWC Food Closet...Thanks to all who donated...food + TIME!!!
This show was dedicated to artist Susan Malloy who died last month at age 91.
Scenes from the Art Show featured works of 14 local artists. Proceeds of the show will benefit Staples H.S. senior need based scholarship recipients. (more…)
Janette Duchnicki’s beautiful landscape contribution to the Westport Woman's Club.
The Westport Woman’s Club presented its 2015 Most Active Member Award to Karen Center at their May Club Day luncheon. The prestigious award, which honors exceptional volunteer service to the WWC and its charitable and social philanthropic initiatives, will result in the WWC on May 22 presenting one of its need-based college scholarships to a graduating Staples HS senior in Karen Center's name, then adding both names to the WWC Honor Roll plaque...
On Earth Day, at the head of the Earthplace trails system, the Westport Woman’s Club’s Community Services chair, Nancy Saipe, presented its annual $5,000 Ruegg Grant to Tony McDowell, EarthPlace executive director and Lisa Shufro, Trustee and Grounds chair. Also presenting were WWC president, Dorothy Curran, and Jo Fuchs-Luscombe, Mary Lee Clayton, and Arlene Thrope.
The Westport Woman's Club hosted a prospective members gathering on Wednesday, April 22. Guests enjoyed wine and hors d'oeuvres, toured the historic Clubhouse and learned how to become involved in the WWC's philanthropic and social activities. (more…)
Reviving a long tradition after a 30-year hiatus, The Westport Woman’s Club again will host, May 2 and 3 only, an Art Show fundraiser showcasing top local talent. Featured artists include: Nina Bentley, Miggs Burroughs, Trace Burroughs, Vincent Calenzo, Jennifer Dewis, Helen Klisser During, Karen Ford, Tom Kretsch, Susan Malloy, Dayan Moore, Kathy Ross, Jill Sarver, Jo Titsworth and Cris Xavier. Multiple works by each of the 14 artists will be displayed in the Club’s newly renovated Bedford Hall and available for purchase.
The Westport Woman’s Club (est.1907) and the Westport Young Woman’s League (est.1956) for the first time co-hosted a brown bag luncheon panel and roundtables discussion to explore answers to the question, “What is the role and future of our women’s volunteer organizations in the 21st century?” More than 65 women including the WWC and WYWL members, public sector partners, non-profit grant recipients and civic leaders attended in the newly renovated Bedford Hall at 44 Imperial Ave clubhouse that both organizations share. (more…)
WWC Garden Department's featured speaker Cyrus Paktinat, award-winning floral designer, poet and owner of The Flowerfall of Westport, entertained his audience with demonstrations of his spring seasonal arrangements and decor for the home. Each week he goes to the NYC Flower Market to hand pick the flowers he uses in his beautiful creations. Cyrus's lovely work, history, awards, videos etc. can be viewed on-- theflowerfall.com--a must see. This event was co-chaired by Vivian Rosenberg and Jeannette Tewey. Program director is Jerilyn Deveau. (more…)
Westport Woman's Club - Clubhouse and Renovation featured in 06880
Newly renovated Bedford Hall pictured on Westportnow.com
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony celebrating the reopening of the WWC historic Banquet Room pictured on Westportnow.com
Rentals Director, Susan Loselle, is standing by to receive rentals questions or accept reservations. Her WWC rentals hotline # is 203-246-0258.
The Curio Cottage Thrift Shop, at the Westport Woman’s Club, 44 Imperial Avenue, held its “Annual Tag Sale” on Friday and Saturday, March 6th and 7th. All proceeds go to Fairfield County charities.
Merchandise included furniture, vintage collectibles, china, glassware, house wares, home accessories, hostess gifts, small appliances, linens, artwork, toys and games.
The WWC Curio Shop Annual Tag Sale pictured on Westportnow.com
The WWC Curio Cottage Thrift Shop - Shopping Hours:
Monday: 1p.m. to 4 p.m.
Wednesday- Friday: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Saturday: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Curio Cottage at the Westport Woman’s Club
44 Imperial Avenue, Westport, CT
Westporter headed to Westminister Dog Show. Click here for further details.
The Westport Woman’s Club has announced that proposals are now being accepted for its annual $5,000 Ruegg Grant. Non-profit organizations are invited to submit their grant requests for projects that will make a continuing difference in our community.
This grant, established in 1995 by an endowment left to the club by former member Lea Ruegg, is given each year to deserving organizations in the arts, education endeavors, and health and safety-related programs. Past beneficiaries include the Westport Police Department “Project Lifesaver”, Susan G. Komen for the Cure Connecticut, Hall-Brooke Behavioral Health Services, Nursing and Home Care, Westport Center for Senior Activities, Interfaith Housing Association, Mercy Learning Center, Toquet Hall, Clasp Homes, Westport Weston Family Y, Wakeman Town Farm and ITN Coastal CT. (more…)
Gourmet Group had their annual "Sparkling" Holiday Party on December 16th. This was a pot luck luncheon which included hors d’oeuvres, desserts and sparkling wine A wonderful time was had by all.
Holiday and Boutique workshops were held in early December. Arrangements, Boxwood Trees and Wreaths were prepared for sale at the December Club Day Holiday Boutique. Boxwood Tree instruction was provided by Carol Wahl.
Saturday's SENSATIONAL WWC fundraiser, chaired by 3rd VP Ways & Means, Suzan Murphy, deserves a "standing O!"
THANK YOU to all who made snowflakes, sourced food & beverages, set up, bought tickets and/or showed up to host, cleaned up and otherwise enjoyed the MAGIC!
What better way for future prima ballerinas and their mothers, grandmothers, aunts or fairy godmothers to launch the Holiday Season than with snowflakes, live readings, costumed performers and high tea in a Victorian venue at the Westport Woman's Club's “Nutcracker Tea Party” on Sat. Nov. 29, 2-4 pm?
This simple but elegant Westport Woman’s Club fundraiser will benefit the Waltersville School’s Performing Arts Program. (more…)
November’s WWC Guest Speaker, PAM ARCIERO spoke about various types of puppets and introduced club members to some of her puppet friends. Ms. Arciero performs for film, television and theater, notably as a principal puppeteer with Sesame Street and Between the Lions, performing numerous characters, most notably Grundgetta Grouch and Leona Lion. Pam has taught puppetry all over the world from New York to Hong Kong, Saudi Arabia to Denmark, and her love and joy of puppetry is contagious.
Making Strides against Breast Cancer Walk, sponsored by the American Cancer Society, was held at Sherwood Island State Park on Sunday, October 9th to honor breast cancer survivors, raise awareness about the disease, and to help save lives. Pictured (L-R): The Westport Woman’s Club Team: Amy Schneider, Vivian Rosenberg and Leah Scherzer.
For five days only, just ahead of holiday season, the Curio Cottage Thrift Shop at the Westport Woman’s Club is having a special half-price sale for savvy shoppers on all merchandise. The sale starts Mon. Nov. 17, 2014, 1-4 pm, resumes Wed. Nov. 19, 10am-3pm, through Friday (10-3) and ends Sat., Nov. 22, 2014 (10-3). Whether replenishing serving supplies for holiday parties, seeking the perfect hostess gift, expanding your costume jewelry collection or simply treasure hunting, shoppers will delight in discovering china, crystal, clothing, cashmere, furs, jewelry, framed artwork and much more at bargain prices. (more…)
The Westport Woman’s Club hosted a prospective members' gathering on Tuesday, September 30. Guests enjoyed wine and hors d’oeuvres, toured the historic Clubhouse (1881) and Auditorium (c. 1865) and learned how to become involved in the WWC’s philanthropic and social activities. (more…)
The Garden Room is preparing beautiful fresh wreaths, swags and boxwood trees for the holidays. To guarantee availability, please submit your order by Nov. 20, 2013.
Questions? Please contact Vivian Rosenberg at vivianrose1@gmail.com or 203-227-4419. Please print and fill out this order form (click here: Order Form). Either mail to the WWC c/o Garden Room or drop in Garden box along with your check made out to the Garden Room.
The Westport Woman’s Club has announced that proposals are now being accepted for grants. Non-profit organizations are invited to submit their grant requests for projects that will make a continuing difference in our community. Grants may be in the form of funds or use of the Westport Woman’s Club House for events (the club house on Imperial Avenue is owned by the WWC – there are only two Woman’s clubs in CT that own their own houses) or partnerships. (more…)
Lobsterfest held at the Compo Marina on Sunday, August 17, 2014, organized by Jo Fuchs Luscombe for the Westport Woman's Club was enjoyed by all. Thank you Jo for everything that you do for the Woman's Club. (more…)
