Mission Statement
To further, in every way, interest in gardening and kindred subjects and to cooperate with all programs for the improvement in planting, conservation, environment and beautification of our island.
The Club supports many outreach programs, local environmental organizations, scholarship programs and services through the monies raised by our annual Holiday Tour of Homes and our June Outdoor Living Garden Tour. Professional speakers present programs throughout the year on floral design, horticulture, environmental issues and garden related topics. Membership meetings are held the second Thursday of every month, September through May excluding December.
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The 58th Annual Holiday Tour of Homes – “Seashells and Sleighbells”
Wreath & photo by Judie Alloway
The Garden Club of LBI Holiday Tour of Homes has grown into a two-day event and will take place on:
Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025 – 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 – 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Ticket Price: $55 per ticket and Tickets are Date Specific:
Tickets purchased for Wednesday are valid only on Wednesday, and tickets purchased for Thursday are valid only on Thursday.
NO Exceptions can be made so please select carefully when buying your tickets online.
Tickets will go on sale to the public on Friday, October 10, 2025.
The link to access our online purchasing platform will be found here on The Garden Club of LBI website home page while tickets are available. If tickets sell out, the link will be removed.
You may purchase tickets via credit card. We will not be accepting personal checks or cash. If you have any questions about purchasing tickets, please send an email to:
Our Vendor Boutique – featuring our Greens and Cookie Sales along with wares from local vendors – will be open both days of the tour at the Surf City Firehouse, 713 Long Beach Boulevard, Surf City, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
This year, the Garden Club will not be hosting a luncheon for tour patrons. Instead, we are partnering with local restaurants, many of whom will offer reservations or post their hours of operation for our Tour days. Please visit The Garden Club of LBI website for the most updated restaurant information. Here is some preliminary information about the restaurants we anticipate will be open on Tour Days:
Kubel’s Barnegat Light (accepting reservations – hours: 11:30am – close)
28 W. 7th Street, Barnegat Light
609-494-8592
Website: Kubelsbarnegatlight.com
Wally’s (hours: 8am – 8pm)
712 Long Beach Blvd., Surf City
609-494-1667
Website: Wallyslbi.com
Website: lbitable.com
Birdy’s Café and Artisan Market (accepting reservations – hours: 9 am – 3pm)
7801 Long Beach Blvd., Harvey Cedars
609-661-1586
Website: birdyslbi.com
Azzurri Italian Cucina (accepting reservations – hours: 5:00pm to 9:00pm)
8001 Long Beach Blvd., Harvey Cedars
609-479-1014
Website: Azzurrilbi.com
Dockside Diner (hours: 7 am – 9 pm)
2404 Long Beach Blvd., (Spray Beach) Long Beach Township
609-492-8466
Website: Docksidelbi.com
Jersey Girl Kitchen and Market (accepting reservations – hours: 7am – 9pm)
400 N. Bay Ave., Beach Haven
609-492-1424
Website: Jerseygirllbi.com
Buckalew’s Restaurant & Tavern (accepting reservations – hours: 11am – 9pm)
101 N. Bay Ave., Beach Haven
609-492-1065
Website: Buckalews.com
Sincerely,
Paula Brennan & Kim Carroll
2025 House Tour Chairs
The Garden Club of Long Beach Island
Garden Club Announces New President – September 2025
Photo by Joyce Lubach
(l to r) Outgoing President Lois Perry extends warm congratulations to incoming President Joanne McKee! Discover an insightful article on our Publicity page.
Cattus Island County Park – September 2025
Photo by Cattus Island County Park member
The Garden Club launched its inaugural trip of the season by visiting Cattus Island County Park on Monday, September 22! Discover more about this intriguing trip by exploring our Trip Committee page!
Hello September – September 2025
Photo by Kevin Janis
The Garden Club of LBI kicked off its inaugural monthly meeting for the 2025-2026 season on Thursday, September 11, 2025. Numerous members engaged in lively discussions about their summer experiences while sharing their delightful opinions on the delicious tea and sandwiches offered during the luncheon. Check our Members Meeting page for more information!
2025 Outdoor Living Garden Tour and Art Show – June 2025
Photo by Kevin Janis
Enjoy the captivating gardens of five stunning homes that were on display at the 2025 Outdoor Living Garden Tour and Art Show on Thursday, June 19, 2025. Delight in the charming tablescapes designed for a garden parties and discover our local vendors that were located at each home and gardens! Click here to view!
Hooked on Fishing Not Drugs – August 2025
On Saturday, August 9, 2025, the Environmental Committee took part in the 26th Annual “Hooked on Fishing Not on Drugs” event, organized by the LBI Fishing Club in collaboration with the Borough of Harvey Cedars. This event offered children and their families the opportunity to enjoy surf fishing while also encouraging a positive and healthy lifestyle. Check out our Environmental & Publicity pages for more important information.
Barnegat Bay Day – July 2025
Photo by Marge Girardo
The Environmental Committee, under the leadership of Environmental Chair Kathy Gronostajski, took part in the 17th Barnegat Bay Day organized by the Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences in Loveladies. A key emphasis the Environmental Committee’s displayed was ongoing initiatives to promote the reduction of plastic consumption. Learn how you can be more environmentally conscious by visiting our Environmental page!
Garden Club Members Luncheon – June 2025
Photo by Deb Resch
Members of The Garden Club of LBI attended their Annual June Luncheon on Thursday, June 12, 2025. The Garden Club received the prestigious Silver Trophy for Garden Club of the Year from the Garden Club of New Jersey! To learn more about the luncheon, numerous awards and the informative presentation by The Garden Guru, Kent Russell, check out our Annual June Luncheon page & Publicity page!
More News!!
Click on the links below for details and photos.
Intergenerational – Intergenerational & Publicity
Garden Club Wins National & State Awards – Awards Committee & Publicity
Environmental Committee – Environmental & Publicity
Workshops- Workshops
Youth Committee – Youth Committee & Publicity
Member Meetings – Member Meetings
Senior Services – Senior Services & Publicity
2025 Scholarship Winners – Scholarships & Publicity
STATEMENT OF THE GARDEN CLUB OF LONG BEACH ISLAND’S POLICIES
1. PHOTOGRAPHY
All photographs and videos used for social media, publication and publicity shall be selected and distributed solely by the Website/Social Media/Photography Chair, with credit given to the photographers This will ensure a consistent approach to how images and videos represent The Garden Club of LBI.
Photographs and videos featuring identifiable individuals will not be used by The Garden Club of LBI without prior written consent.
The emblem of The Garden Club of Long Beach Island, New Jersey may not be used or copied in any way or for any purpose other than official application by the Board of Directors. The name of The Garden Club of Long Beach Island, New Jersey shall be used only on awards, publications, programs, etc. authorized by the Board of Directors. The name of The Garden Club of Long Beach Island, New Jersey shall not be used to endorse a candidate for office, product, lecture, tour or organization except as ordered by the Board of Directors. The list of the Board of Directors of The Garden Club of Long Beach Island, New Jersey, their officers and members is not available for distribution to others or for use in advertising purposes, except by special vote of the Board of Directors.
Updated April 2024
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