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WOMAN’S CLUB TOURS HENRY B. PLANT MUSEUM

GFWC LUTZ-LAND O’LAKES WOMAN’S CLUB went to the Henry B. Plant Museum and enjoyed a two hour tour graciously provided by club member, Faith Sincich, who is a longtime docent at the museum.  Since 1933, the Tampa Bay Hotel has been home to the Henry B. Plant Museum and The University of Tampa. The Museum ignites thought and transports visitors to another era through exhibits and innovative programs, so that they may be educated and inspired by the lifestyles, times and experiences of Florida’s early tourist industry. Original furnishings, artifacts and a dynamic self-guided audio tour immerse visitors in the opulence of the 1891 Tampa Bay Hotel and its rich history.

Club Tours Henry B. Plant Museum
(l-r) Club members – Marsha Gibson, Darryln Caudill, Faith Sincich, April Saland, Nancy Taylor, Debbie Williams, Gina Caper & Elayne Bassinger

GFWC LUTZ-LAND O’LAKES WOMAN’S CLUB MEMBERS VOLUNTEER FOR ‘OPERATION STAND DOWN’

GFWC LUTZ-LAND O’LAKES WOMAN’ CLUB members have volunteered at the recent Annual “Operation Stand Down” event which serves to better the lives of homeless veterans by providing many free services such as medical and dental care, haircuts, showers and clothing.  Also available to the vets in need are housing resources, employment opportunities, Court services, mental health counseling and much more.  The Woman’s Club supports veterans in many capacities and through many organizations, both locally and nationally.

Club Members Participating in Operation Stand Down
(l-r) Club members Shirley Willhite, Nancy Taylor & Dee Knerr

GFWC LUTZ-LAND O’LAKES WOMAN’S CLUB GARDENERS SPRUCE UP ITS SENSORY GARDEN AT CAMP IDLEWOOD

GFWC LUTZ-LAND O’LAKES WOMAN’S CLUB gardening members have been giving the club’s ‘Sensory & Meditation Garden’ at Camp Idlewild in Land O’Lakes a good spring facelift and weeding.  Nancy Taylor, who usually maintains the garden single-handedly, has enlisted the help of members Ellen Brayton and Debbie Williams for this heavier workload to put the garden in optimal blooming condition for the busy summer camp season.
 
Camp Idlewild provides special camping programs adapted for children with special needs and the Woman’s Club has supported the camp from its inception.
Weeding at the Camp Idlewild Sensory Garden
(l-r) Ellen Brayton, Debbie Williams & Nancy Taylor

GFWC LUTZ-LAND O’LAKES WOMAN’S CLUB ‘PLANT LADY’ DONATES AGAIN TO CSS FOR UNHOUSED

GFWC LUTZ-LAND O’LAKES WOMAN’S CLUB longtime member, Elaine Pittman, a/k/a The Plant Lady once again has donated $500 to Christian Social Services in Land O’Lakes, which organization provides goods and services to the area’s unhoused and food insecure population.  Ms. Pittman has for decades raised funds by propagating, potting and selling beautiful plants to raise funds dedicated to CSS, her favorite charity, and at age 94 shows no signs of slowing down her efforts. 
Over the years, the beloved Plant Lady has generously donated thousands of dollars to this organization.   Well-done, Ms. Pittman!
Member Selling Plants
‘Plant Lady’ Elaine Pittman working sales at her plant booth
Donation Presented to Christian Social Services
Member Elaine Pittman (right) presenting check to CSS Staffers

GFWC LUTZ-LAND O’LAKES WOMAN’S CLUB PROVIDES EASTER FAVORS FOR MEALS ON WHEELS SHUT-INS

GFWC LUTZ-LAND O’LAKES WOMAN’S CLUB members hand-crafted adorable bunny Easter favors for those receiving Meals on Wheels.  Club member Darryln Caudill delivered 200 bunnies to Executive Director Steve King for distribution to the clients of MOW, who are mostly elderly, disabled and shut-ins, for their holiday enjoyment.
The Woman’s Club tries hard to support those in need and who may be somewhat forgotten in our community.
Club Gives 200 Easter Favors to Meals On Wheels
Member Darryln Caudill Delivering Easter Favors

GFWC LUTZ-LAND O’LAKES WOMAN’S CLUB ENJOYS KICKOFF LUNCHEON FOR STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER

GFWC LUTZ-LAND O’LAKES WOMAN’S CLUB members prepared and enjoyed a lovely kickoff luncheon to raise funds for the American Cancer Society’s ‘Making Strides Against Breast Cancer’.  The clubwoman began their work early in order to meet their lofty goal to support this very important cause.  Many club members, family members and friends have experienced or lost loved ones through this difficult disease and they wish to do their part in working toward a cure.
Club Holds Luncheon to Fight Breast Cancer
Members and guests at fundraiser luncheon