Mark your calendars for the Westport Woman’s Club’s 2017 Yankee Doodle Fair coming up Father’s Day weekend. It’s fun for the whole family!
2017 Yankee Doodle Fair Hours:
Thursday, June 15, 6pm to 10pm
Friday, June 16, 6pm to 10pm
Saturday, June 17, 1pm to 10pm
Sunday, June 18, 1pm to 5pm
Come enjoy one of Fairfield County’s longest running Fairs with Amusement Rides, International Food, Face Painting, Sand Art, Lucky Prize Drawing, Bake Sale, Raffle, and more. Our Curio Cottage Thrift Shop will be open for bargain hunters. Click here for Full Yankee Doodle Fair Information.
On Tuesday, May 9, the Westport Woman's Club Garden Club Members visited the NY Botanical Gardens and took a self-guide tour of the Chihuly Exhibit.
An afternoon of fun was had by all at the Westport Woman's Club Bingo Bonanza on Sunday, May 21st. (more…)
Date: Sunday, May 21
Time: 1:00 pm
Place: Westport Woman's Club
Join us for this popular Fundraiser Event on Sunday, May 21, at the Woman's Club. Bring your family and friends. Who knows, you may be a winner! Doors open at 1:00 pm. Games start at 2:00 pm and end at 5:00 pm. Cash Prizes - Door Prizes - Food & Fun
May Club Day consisted of a traditional May Tea. Members donned their favorite festive hats to welcome Spring at the WWC. Attendees enjoyed an assortment of delicious Tea Sandwiches: watercress cucumber, deviled egg, curried chicken, French ham and butter, tuna and vegetables on assorted breads, and mini desserts. Beautiful flowers adorned the Buffet Table. In addition, Art from the WWC Art Show, was on display. (more…)
The Westport Woman’s Club’s held it's Art Show fundraiser, curated by Miggs Burroughs at Bedford Hall on April 29 -30. Art Show chair Jo Luscombe noted that this year’s show builds on last year’s success and continues the long WWC tradition of partnering with 14 local artists to generate sales for them and funds for local scholarships. Westportnow Website Gallery. (more…)
Wakeman Farm Spring Dance at The Westport Woman's Club. See photos below.
The Gourmet Group met Tuesday, March 21 and had a demonstration on various types of fried rice. The guest chefs were Ralph Hunt, John Zline and Sarah Crews (our granddaughter). In the clip, Jerry and Barbara Gladnick are watching and commenting on the cooking. The menu was Fried Rice with Shrimp, Thai Fried Rice and Rosemary, Olive Oil and Orange Cake. The dessert was provided by Heike Martin and Dorothy Packer. (see video below) (more…)
On the evening of April 29 and the afternoon of April 30 only, the Westport Woman’s Club’s Art Show fundraiser, curated by Miggs Burroughs, returns to Bedford Hall. Art Show chair Jo Luscombe notes that this year’s show builds on last year’s success and continues the long WWC tradition of partnering with local artists to generate sales for them and funds for local scholarships. Because this year’s show again features multiple works by 14 artists, across an array of media, and at attractive price points, there’s something for everyone. (more…)
Guest Speaker for April Club Day was Lucia Gulbransen, an Image Consultant credentialed by the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City. Lucia presented a workshop entitled "Style Confidence at Any Age." (more…)
Sophie Helenek was the speaker at the WWC March Club Day Luncheon. Sophie intertwined her mountaineering experience of climbing and reaching the top of Mt. Everest, with her financial-analyst skills in a fascinating presentation at the Westport Women's Club. Her enthralling story captivated the audience. (more…)
The Garden Club was busy today making beautiful flower arrangements at their Valentine's Day Workshop. (more…)
The Curio Cottage Thrift Shop at the Westport Woman’s Club is having a Huge Winter Clearance Sale.
For the ENTIRE MONTH of FEBRUARY EVERYTHING is HALF-PRICE.
There are a wide variety of quality items from collectibles, jewelry, glassware, furniture, artwork, purses and much, much more.
Hours are Monday 1-4 pm, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 10-3 pm, and Saturday 11-3
Proceeds benefit Fairfield County Charitable Organizations.
Westport Woman’s Club, 44 Imperial Avenue, Westport, CT
Our February Club Day Luncheon with Philip Anthony DiConstanzo and Anya Liftig, presenting "The Art of Living the Role", on the teachings of Acting Coach and Director Albert Pia.
BUY A RUG, EARN MONEY FOR OUR CLUB!
AT THE TURKISH RUG BAZAAR
Saturday, January 28 - 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Sunday, January 29 - 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm
We have been advised by our Rentals Chairperson, Mira Auxier, that a Turkish Rug Bazaar will be held at the Westport Woman's Club on Saturday and Sunday, January 28th and 29th. The Westport Woman's Club will receive a donation of 5% of all carpet sale proceeds. This exclusive shopping experience will feature hundreds of one-of-a-kind Turkish Rugs offered at factory direct prices. Therefore, we would like to encourage our members to share this information with their families, friends, neighbors and to support this event. If you have any questions, please contact Mira at miraauxier@gmail.com, 203-807-6696.
Click here to view samples of rugs (Text currently not available in English). Click here for Event Flyer.
Our small farewell party for Karen Eickhoff, one of the founding members of the WWC Curio Cottage together with Jackie Froelich. Karen will be moving to Saratoga Springs, NY.
Thank you, Karen. Your hard work, loving care and generous spirit has helped make our Curio Cottage the success it is. Thanks from all of us at The Westport Woman's Club! (more…)
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INTERNATIONAL FOOD COURT!
GRAND PRIZE: $1,000
SECOND PRIZE: 8 WESTPORT COUNTRY PLAYHOUSE Flex Tickets
THIRD PRIZE: $350 SILVER RIBBON Gift Certificate
RAFFLE DRAWING will be held on Sunday at 5pm
TAKE-A-CHANCE DRAWINGS will be held on Sunday at 4pm
(Need not be present to win.)
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The Westport Woman’s Club is a non-profit, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization.
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This year’s family Fair opens Thursday, June 12 (6pm – 10pm) and continues Friday, June 13 (6pm – 10pm), Saturday, June 14 (1pm – 10pm) and Sunday, June 15 (1pm – 5pm).
The signature fundraiser of the WWC has become a “Westport Institution,” which is attended by grandparents, parents, and children of our town and from surrounding areas. This fun event runs for four days (Thursday night, Friday night, Saturday, and Sunday) during Father's Day weekend every June. In addition to carnival rides and an International Food Court, the YDF features a Bake Sale, raffle prizes, and carnival games. (more…)
The WWC Food Closet works in conjunction with Human Services at Westport Town Hall. When individuals/families who are in need contact Human Services, we fulfill their requests for food by providing them with bags of groceries and with Stop and Shop gift cards (for them to purchase meats, fresh fruits and vegetables, and dairy products). When the bags are packed, the Food Closet workers deliver them to Town Hall. The recipients remain anonymous to us and are able to pick up their groceries and food cards at Town Hall. (more…)
The Westport Woman's Club held their December Luncheon on Monday, December 5th. Their guest speaker was distinguished Art Historian, Fiona Garland, who spoke about Titian's "Venus of Urbino."
The club was beautifully decorated for the holiday season, and the Garden Department held it's annual Holiday Boutique in the living room. (more…)
Founded in 2014, Friday Social usually happens on the third Friday of the month, from 4 - 5:30 p.m. in the kitchen (unless we need to yield to a Rental). Every member with a sense of humor is welcome to stop in for any or all of that time. Gatherings are picnic-style, with attendees bringing something to sip, nibbles to share and their own set-ups. "We leave no fingerprints!" (Dorothy Curran)
WWC Nutcracker Tea Party, held November 26, 2016, benefited the Project Love Holiday Meal Campaign.
Sweet treats, tea sandwiches, hot cocoa and tea were served in the Westport Woman’s Club's historic ballroom which included snowflakes, live readings, costumed performers and high tea in a Victorian setting in the heart of Westport. (more…)
The Annual WWC Nutcracker Tea Party will take place on November 26, 2016, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM. Click here for Flyer: Nutcracker Tea Party.
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.”
This simple but elegant Westport Woman’s Club fundraiser will benefit the Project Love Holiday Meal Campaign.
The Garden Room is preparing beautiful fresh wreaths, swags and boxwood trees for the holidays. To guarantee availability, please submit your order by Friday, November 18, 2016. Click here for: Order Form.
The WWC Garden Department traveled to Old Lyme, CT to the Griswold House. A Faerie Village was set up which included 31 little villages from all over the world.
Many Westport vogue-to-vintage women’s, men’s and children’s clothing and accessories treasures are back for an encore at the Westport Woman’s Club’s ENCORE! Clothing & Accessories Tag Sale, Friday, October 28 and Saturday, October 29 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
This sale offers something for everyone at incredible prices. Expect a wide array of slightly used, gently worn suits, dresses, pants, jackets, blouses, sweaters, gowns, coats, scarves, shoes, jewelry, handbags and hats. Plus, the Boutique section will feature special garments, including formal wear not available elsewhere and not to be missed, for thrifty bargain seekers. (more…)
Team "Westport Woman's Club participates in Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk.
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An afternoon of fun was had by all at the Westport Woman's Club Bingo Bonanza.
Come join us at the
Westport Woman’s Club
44 IMPERIAL AVENUE
WESTPORT, CT 06880
(203) 227-4240
for an afternoon of Bingo Bonanza
Sunday, October 16, 2016
DOORS OPEN: 1:00pm
GAMES: 2:00pm – 5:00pm
Admission: $2.00
CASH PRIZES – DOOR PRIZES – FOOD & FUN
The Westport Woman’s Club hosted their New and Prospective Members Wine and Cheese on September 28 at 5 p.m. at their historic clubhouse at 44 Imperial Avenue, Westport. Attendees learned about the many philanthropic and social activities the Club is involved in.
The Westport Woman’s Club (WWC) is a non- profit organization dedicated to volunteerism and the raising of funds in support of charitable, educational, cultural and public health services in Westport and surrounding towns. Founded in 1907, the WWC achieves its goals through various fundraisers, including the Yankee Doodle Fair and the Curio Cottage Thrift Shop. Other fundraising activities are spearheaded by the active Ways and Means Committee.
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Westport Woman's Club Team
Audrey Rabinowitz, Captain:
Click here: Join / Donate to Join our team and/or make a donation online.
Donors don't have to participate in the walk.
Sign up today and plan to walk with the Westport Woman's Club Team:
Sherwood Island State Park
Sunday, October 16, 2016
Arrive at 9:30...our group starts promptly at 10 a.m. (more…)
First Selectman, Jim Marpe, was the Guest Speaker at the WWC September Club Day Luncheon. The First Selectman spoke about the state of the Town of Westport. He addressed financial matters, town facility upgrades and improvements; progress on current projects, and implementation of various ongoing projects of interest (i.e., Downtown Master Plan, Compo Beach Site Improvement). (more…)
WWC Members - Mark you calendars and please join the us for the Curio Cottage information Coffee on Friday, September 16, at 10:00 am, at the Woman's Club. For all of our volunteers who don't need any refresher info, please come and enjoy the snacks and see your friends. For our new volunteers, this is a great time to learn exactly how and why we do what we do. For members who are just thinking about volunteering, this is a perfect time to help you make up your mind. It won't be a long meeting and it is always full of energy and fun. Hope to see many of you here.
Curio Cottage Committee
The Westport Woman’s Club Annual Lobsterfest, organized by Jo Fuchs-Luscombe, was held at the Minuteman Yacht Club, Ned Dimes Marina, at Compo Beach this evening. Despite the weather, a wonderful time was had by all. (more…)
The Westport Woman’s Club Curio Cottage will continue its Half-Price Summer Clearance Sale - August 22 - 27.
The Curio Cottage Thrift Shop, at the Westport Woman’s Club, 44 Imperial Avenue, will hold a Half-Price Sale starting Monday, August 22 from 1:00 M to 4:00 PM, Tuesday, August 23 through Friday, August 26 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM and the final day, Saturday, August 27 from 11:00 am to 3:00 PM. Rain or Shine. All proceeds go to Fairfield County charities.
Savvy shoppers will get there early, so don’t wait! The shop offers a wide variety of quality items from glassware, cooking equipment, pictures, frames…just about anything. And the inventory is constantly changing.
Our association with the Blues, Views, and BBQ Festival began back in 2008 during its first year and has continued for all 8 years. Since that time, the WWC has received over $14,000 from the Westport Downtown Merchants Association, the sponsor of this town-wide event. Over the last few years, this money was designated for our Food Closet. (more…)
The Westport Woman’s Club installed its new Board of Directors with Dorothy M. Packer leading as President for the 2016 – 2017 club year. (more…)
Community News & Events
Community Food Drive
From July 1st - July 29th, Westport National Bank® will be participating in a community food drive to help benefit Homes with Hope, Operation Hope and the Westport Woman's Club Food Closet. Help us restock our local food banks with non-perishable items!
Drop off your items at either one of our Westport National Bank® branches located at 1495 Post Road East or 1100 Kings Highway East during branch hours.
Shirley Mellor, WWC Member and former owner of iconic Max's Art Supplies, donated the cost of framing for 3 Bedford Family portraits now hanging at the WWC.
THANK YOU, Shirley!!!
Click Here: Westportnow.com article. (more…)
THANK YOU!!!
To all our Fairgoers, Sponsors and Volunteers for making Yankee Doodle Fair 2016 a beautiful, memorable and successful event!
