Antiques

The Antiques Group started approximately in 1987 and, with the exception of a year or so, has been meeting since that time. Refreshments are served prior to a short business meeting, followed by a speaker, who talks about his/her expertise in a specific area. Topics in the past have included antique jewelry, furniture, dolls, quilts and linens, and silver, as well as EBay selling, auctions, and current trends in the antiques field.
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Book Review

Book Review is an informal discussion group enjoyed by WWC members for a number of years. Books are chosen by the members and the discussions are usually led by the member who proposed the book.
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Bunco

Bunco started in the year 2000. This ever- popular game is best described as: food, fun, laughter and a chance to win some money at this fast paced dice game. No experience necessary. No long- term commitment. Easy- to- learn. Sign- up is outside the office on the bulletin board on a month- to- month basis. Bunco averages 20- 25 players monthly.
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Cultural Affairs

The Arts, in one form or another, have been a part of the WWC since 1935. Today the chair of the Cultural Affairs Group arranges trips to a wide variety of cultural venues, including important gardens, historical homes, the ballet and museums as well as Broadway and regional theatres. The Group takes several trips between September and June of each year.
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CURIO COTTAGE THRIFT SHOP

This is a year- round program that annually contributes significant funding in support of the philanthropic mission of the WWC. The Curio Cottage Thrift Shop opened in 1999 and in its first decade has raised and given back to the community over a quarter of a million dollars. more »

Garden Department

Our award winning Garden Department had its beginnings in 1910 when the then Woman’s Town Improvement Association sponsored a children’s competition for the best flower. However, it was officially established in 1939 when it was inducted into the Federated Garden Clubs of Connecticut, Inc.
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Girls Night Out, or GNO!

What is it? A regularly scheduled week night evening social for members. This group is the result of a brainstorming session attended by 12 members on January 19, 2011.

The goal of GNO is to provide an opportunity at a convenient time for our members who work during the day, as well as any members who want to connect with others, to mingle socially while enjoying some food and wine.
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Gourmet

This popular group has been enjoyed by many members since the 1980s. Gourmet is organized around how food is prepared and its enjoyment. Various cuisines are prepared by members on a rotating basis usually in small groups for the Group. Members commit to cook once a year.
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Mah Jongg

In 2008, this traditional tile game from China was introduced at the WWC. Experienced players are always ready to teach new players the game. It is not necessary to have your own Mah Jongg card or set but players who do are encouraged to bring them.

RSVP Knitters

This is a project that started in 1989 when the WWC was asked to knit blankets for AIDS babies. It is still going strong today! It is run by the Retired Senior Volunteer Program, RSVP, in Norwalk. Over the years the program has expanded to knitting mittens, scarves, hats and blankets for children in Norwalk including those attending Neon Daycare and the Head Start Nursery School Program.
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Social Bridge

Social Bridge has been part of the WWC for many years. Social Bridge was formed around 1985. It offers new members a more relaxed social setting as a way of getting acquainted with our regular members of the WWC. Three to four tables of bridge “foursomes” are set up to play independently of each other.
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The Sunshine Girls Commitee

The Sunshine Girls are responsible for expressing the sentiments of the WWC to members in matters of personal concern. The Sunshine Girls, originally known as the Friendship Committee, was formed in 1999. In 2006, the committee was formalized and named the Sunshine Girls and is placed under the purview of the First Vice President for Special Interest.
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Tournament Bridge

Tournament Bridge is a competitive bridge game. You and your partner play 6 games against each of 5 other teams each week (30 games each day). We meet every Monday (except on Club Days), from 10:30am to 2:00pm. We play 5-week sessions, from September through May, with prizes handed out at the end of each session.
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YANKEE DOODLE FAIR

The signature fundraiser of the WWC has become a “Westport Institution”. It consists of five sessions over four days, typically held on Father’s Day weekend in June. It is a major source of funding for our philanthropic programs. Proceeds from this event provide most of the funding for the WWC’s grants to local community service organizations and the need- based scholarships for Staples High School seniors. more »

Zumba

Thursdays at 11:30-12:30.
Everyone is welcome. Join us for fun, and dance to a healthier you.

Zumba Video – November 2011