At our June 2nd meeting, we were pleased to see Claire Norris receive a Life Membership in the Federated Garden Clubs of Connecticut.

Claire is one of the founding members of the Olde Ripton Garden Club.  She has held many positions in the club including club President from 2004-2006 and 2008-2010.  During the years Claire has been in the club she has chaired the Artistic Design Committee, the By Laws Committee, the Plant Sale Committee along with many other positions.

Presenting Claire with the award is current club President, Lisa DiNardo.