On April 4th, 2022, the Friends of Robinson Gardens hosted a New Members Tea, a first-time addition to our annual New Members Orientation at the Virginia Robinson Gardens. The event was chaired by Lori Gordon, Candy Beaver, and myself (Natalie Gordon). New members and FRG board members first gathered in the patio outside the kitchen to mix and mingle.
Guests were led to the Loggia for an elegant tea, where they were greeted at their seats with delicious berries and whipped cream. As board members, including President Betty Goldstein, Clare Wagner (Chair of Education Lectures), Patti Reinstein (Co-Chair of the Children’s Program), and Elaine Stein (Co-Chair of Garden Tour and Book Club), presented on their exciting committees, attendees snacked on sandwiches with egg salad, chicken salad, and cream cheese with cucumber as well as scones (with j
am and lemon curd), and myriad desserts!
The tea gave new members an intimate forum to ask questions about the Gardens. And our beloved Tim Lindsay was on hand to answer questions, including discussing the unique private-public relationship between LA County and the Friends. The members were also able to meet the new Superintendent, Diane Sipos! And finally, the new members were treated to one of the best perks we offer— a tour of the gardens by Tim! All in all, it was a lovely afternoon. It is my hope that the cheery atmosphere of the day made new members feel welcome and that all attendees walked out refreshed and enjoyed delicious treats!
A wonderful addition to the Friends, the new and returning members who have joined in 2022 are:
Linda Toibb, William Grubman, Terri Kohl, Pamela Cohen, Erica Lowy, Anne Koral, Marla Diamond, Emily Boyle, Denise Bennett, Jon Biddle, and Linda Sasson.
Post by Natalie Gordon
Friends of Robinson Gardens Board Member
Membership Chair
Photos by Natalie Gordon and President Betty Goldstein
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