HOLIDAY HOUSE TOUR
Our Westfield holiday tradition returns!
Come join us on Saturday, December 5 and tour three stunning Westfield homes dressed in holiday splendor, all featuring spectacular floral designs and handcrafted ornaments created by our talented Club members. Then discover one-of-a-kind treasures at Nature’s Beauty Holiday Boutique.
Three beautiful homes. Creative holiday inspiration. Unique gifts. All in support of the Club’s many community service projects.
Don’t miss this much-anticipated event, held just once every four years!
Ticket are $40 ($45 on day of event)
Tickets may be purchased
from October 14th - December 4th
until the close of business at
Baron's Pharmacy
243 East Broad Street, Westfield
Christoffer’s Flowers & Gifts
860 Mountain Avenue, Mountainside
On-Line Purchase
TILL FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4TH AT 11:59 PM
Three beautiful homes. Creative holiday inspiration.
Unique Gifts.
Open to the public 10am – 4pm.
Heaven and Nature
This award-winning Victorian residence is one of three outstanding Westfield residences to be presented on this year’s tour. Its theme, Heaven and Nature, celebrates the harmony of earth and sky through celestial motifs and natural beauty. Crescent moons, handmade stars, fresh greenery, seasonal flowers, and thoughtfully arranged natural materials and accents create a magical holiday experience in this beautifully preserved historic home.
Seasoned with Gold
This beautifully maintained Colonial Revival home that pairs timeless architecture with enchanting seasonal décor. Cascading swags, lush greenery, and sparkling winter scenes transform each room into a festive celebration, with elegant gold accents adding warmth and radiance throughout.
The 12 Days of Christmas
Handmade ornaments crafted from natural materials bring the beloved carol to life throughout this handsome center-hall Tudor. Each room interprets one or more of the song’s gifts, while the living room tree features all the gifts themselves, from partridges to drummers drumming. A cohesive and delightfully festive holiday experience.
Nature's Beauty Boutique & Much More!
Woman checking on plants
“Flowers always make people better, happier, and more helpful; they are sunshine, food and medicine to the mind.” Luther Burbank
Message From the President
Dear Friends.
Rooted in Heritage – 75 years
We have achieved lots of success in the past year alone. At the annual Garden Club of
New Jersey’s annual meeting, our club received many awards. Four individuals and
three Juniors were recognized. Our 2025 flower show “Get Inspired!” won accolades for
Best Flower Show, Best
Schedule and Best Horticulture. Our club worked hard to deliver a beautiful, inspiring sensation.
As we start a new season, we are busy preparing for our Deck the Halls holiday house
tour. It’s hard to believe we began this tradition in 1986! Since then, it’s been a highly
anticipated favorite. House teams are working on bringing their visions to life as the
boutique committee makes eye-catching creations. Of course there are magical elves
hard at work behind the scenes, too.
Next year, brings us to an impressive milestone, our 75 th anniversary. The Rake and
Hoe Garden Club celebrates this momentous anniversary by honoring the vision of its
founding members while looking towards a sustainable future. 2027 represents three-
quarters of a century devoted to fostering local beauty, environmental stewardship, and deep community bonds. Our diamond jubilee is a celebration of growth and our
enduring passion to continue sowing seeds of knowledge, beautifying our landscape
and cultivating friendships. We should be proud of our enduring impact. Happy
anniversary, Rake and Hoe! Cheers to many more fruitful years ahead.
With warm wishes,
Nina Sylvester
The Rake and Hoe Garden Club of Westfield
Our mission is to educate our members and the public in horticulture, floral design, nature and wildlife. We host workshops, field trips and plant exchanges in addition to presenting informative monthly meetings. Our talented members are more than willing to share their expertise with the group.
The Rake & Hoe Garden Club was founded in 1952, becoming a full member of the Garden Club of New Jersey in 1954. Since its inception, the Club has been comprised of a vibrant and talented group of members who have played an active role in the community and local gardens.
Members are dedicated to the community through their work with the Jardine Academy, Mobile Meals, Veterans and by maintaining three public gardens in Westfield. Rake and Hoe is a member of the Central Atlantic Region of the National Garden Clubs, Inc.
If you have an interest in joining the Club or would like additional information, please contact our membership chair, Margot Partridge.
GENERAL MEETINGS
Held Noon at the
Shady Rest Golf Course
820 Jerusalem Road
Scotch Plains
Second Wednesday
of the month
Join Us!
Embrace the beauty of gardening and nature by joining our Garden Club. Connect with fellow enthusiasts who share your passion, making enduring friendships along the way. Engage in fulfilling community service projects in our area and neighboring towns. Plus, with every meeting, expand your knowledge and skills, always learning something new to enrich your gardening journey. Come be a part of our vibrant community, where growth, both in gardens and friendships, is our constant goal.
For more information, please contact
Officers of the Club
2025-2027
President
Nina Sylvester
Vice President
Margot Partridge
Treasurer
Betsy Chance
Recording Secretary
Joann Androconis
Corresponding Secretary
Jane Christiani
Director
Sharon Shiraga
