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.

New & Noteworthy

Flower Show School and Symposium Information

The FGCNYS Flower Show School, Course 4 will take place in Voorheesville on Oct. 5-8. Judges Symposium scheduled for Nov. 4-5 in Albany. More info on the Events page

Awards and Citations Annouced

The Fall Design Workshop will cover Topiary Design and Multi-Rythmic Design. The workshop will take place on Sept. 17 at the West Islip Library. See the Events page for more info

Fall Design Workshop Announced

See our new Awards page for a summary of the NGC, CAR, FGCNYS and Second District Awards presented at the Second District Annual Luncheon held in July

Support for Member Clubs

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

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.

A Message from the Director

I would like to thank all of you who supported Second District by attending our Annual District Luncheon. I truly hope everyone enjoyed the festivities—I know I certainly did! Your participation and support are what make our District events so successful.

Have you ever wondered why some clubs seem to receive so many awards while others receive very few? What is their secret? APPLY! There are so many awards available to recognize the wonderful work your clubs and members are already doing. One suggestion is to designate one or two members of your club whose primary responsibility is to review the available awards and submit applications. You may be surprised at how many your club qualifies for! Visit our district website at district2fgcnys.com and the state website at fgcnys.com to see the many awards available. Your club is already doing the work—now make sure you receive the recognition you de serve!

Our Second District Design Workshop will be held on September 17th at the West Islip Library. Your club president received the flyer, registration form, and information needed to attend and should have forwarded it to you. I hope many of you will join us for what promises to be an informative and enjoyable day. The registration form is located on the Events page.

Would you like a voice in Second District? Would you like firsthand knowledge of what is happening—and what is coming up—in Second District? Would you like your club to have representation and a voice in district events and activities? Consider joining our Second District Board. We need your talent, your ideas, and your enthusiasm. Serving on the District Board is a wonderful opportunity to become more involved, meet members from clubs throughout the district, and help shape what we do in the future. If you are interested, please reach out to me at ElizabethRwalsh5@gmail.com and let me know that you would like to become involved. We would love to have you join us and bring your voice to Second District!

With warm regards,

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