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Second District FGCNYS

About Us

The Second District of FGCNYS was founded in 1925 and our aims are the conservation of our natural resources, beautification of communities, world gardening, organizations of youth groups, sponsorships of new clubs, floral design and the education of the public.

We, on Long Island, are part of Federated Garden Clubs of New York State, The Central Atlantic Region of State Garden Clubs, National Garden Clubs, Inc. and are part of one of the largest volunteer gardening organizations in the world.

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a field of flowers
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close-up photo of pink petaled flowers bouquet
National Garden Clubs, Inc.
Federated Garden Clubs of NY State
Central Atlantic Region

New & Noteworthy

2026 Flower Show School Dates Announced
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a blue vase filled with pink and white flowers

FGCNYS Flower Show School, Course 3 and Course 4 dates and location announced

More info on the Events page

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a bunch of colorful tulips in a vase
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a microphone on a stand in front of a room full of chairs
March Mingle Open to All 2nd District garden club members

The FGCNYS, National Garden Clubs and CAR-SGC annual convention dates and locations announced

See the Events page for more info

State and National Conventions Announced

Second District's March Mingle, "Ready, Set, Grow", featuring Alex Calamia of News 12, will take place on March 9 at the Planting Fields, 10:00-3:00

All members of Second District garden clubs are invited to attend

Support for Member Clubs

We provide resources, event information, and community project details for member garden clubs in Queens, Nassau and Suffolk

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purple flower in macro lens
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selective focus photography of two brown butterflies on pink flowers
Event Information

Stay updated with our district calendar, featuring events and activities for garden clubs in your area.

Community Projects

Engage with local initiatives and projects that enhance the beauty and sustainability of our communities.

Events
Projects

A Message from the Director

As the leaves fall and the wind begins to stir, the holiday season is just around the corner. I’d like to take this moment to wish each of you a warm and joyful holiday filled with good fortune.

Here in the Second District, we are hard at work planning our newly renamed “March Mingle”—formerly known as President’s Council. The name was updated to reflect that the event is open to all, not just presidents. It will be held on March 9th at the Planting Fields Arboretum. We’re pleased to welcome Alex Calamia as our guest speaker and will also host a round-table–style session, featuring topic-focused tables designed to help our 31 clubs address common challenges such as: membership, awards, websites, flower shows, youth groups, and more.

Please also mark your calendars for our Annual Luncheon on Thursday, July 30, 2026. More details will be shared soon.

Always sending my best,

Elizabeth Walsh

Elizabeth Walsh, Second District Director

Get in Touch

Contact us for information on events, resources, and support for garden clubs in Queens, Nassau and Suffolk, New York.

Inquire

fgcnysseconddistrict@gmail.com