Luncheon, Lecture & Boutique

The New Jersey Committee's Annual Luncheon fundraiser supports the Millicent Mercer Johnsen Scholarships.  The scholarships have supported over 62 students in a field of study including horticulture, the environment, landscape architecture, plant and marine science. Our speaker will be Warrie Price:  Founder and President of The Battery Conservancy & recipient of GCA's 2024 Historic Preservation Medal.  

Warrie has overseen the remarkable transformation of The Battery, a 25-acre park located at the southernmost tip of New York City. Under her leadership, this once-neglected area has become a lush paradise of plants over the past two decades. She collaborated with city, state, and federal agencies, securing over $180 million in public and private support for revitalization efforts.  For more than 25 years, Warrie has worked with talented designers to create a culturally rich gathering place. The Battery attracts millions of visitors annually and is internationally renowned. Her talk promises to be fascinating!

Schedule:

• 11:30 am Luncheon and Lecture
• 10:00 am - 3:00 pm  Boutique    
• 2024 Vendors: Burkewood Road, Carrie Dunham, F. Gerald New,   The Ginger Jar, Grace Connell Designs, Select Stationery, Stanton Sweets, Take a Bough, Womanswork, and Waiting for the Sun, and more!   
• $100 per person, non-refundable, cash bar, & limited seating
• Processed orders will be confirmed via thank you email from GiveLively ticketing

Our host club this year is The Plainfield Garden Club, who  hopes you will join us and The New Jersey Committee for this critical fundraising event!