Island Garden Club

Serving the Barrier Island from Merrit Island to South Melbourne Beach

gardeners striving to better understand our local environment through education and conversation

IGC is an inclusive service-driven membership club. Our purpose is to bring like-minded local garden enthusiasts together and increase gardening knowledge through education and exploration. With a mission to conserve the local area's natural resources.

IGC Community Projects Include:

The Haven for Children Brevard County- fostering a love of gardening and teaching the children about growing sustainable fruit and vegetable gardens
Barrier Island Center- Friends of BIC funding and maintaining native plants, trails, and volunteer support where needed
Brevard County EEL program Hog Point Sanctuary- Educational and Experimental Project in conjunction with Conradina Chapter Florida Native Plant Society
Joy’s Memorial Garden South Beach Community Center

More About IGC

IGC general meetings consist of lunch provided by designated hostesses, an informative meeting, and a guest speaker presentation focusing on topics and resources related to our local area. The club also enjoys hands-on activities and field trips. We share tips and events in our Facebook Group. Guests and prospective members are encouraged to attend a meeting and enjoy the fellowship of like-minded gardeners. Please contact a club representative in advance to assure proper headcount for the luncheon. Use the “contact IGC” button or join our Facebook group.

IGC meets the 2nd Wednesday of the Month, September- May, @ 12:00 pm (unless otherwise announced)

Meeting Location: Eau Gallie Library unless otherwise announced

1521 Pineapple Ave

Melbourne, Fl 32935

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Island Garden Club Program Schedule 2025/2026

September 10 2025

TBD Haven Home fall work day - weeding and raised bed preparation for fall planting.
October 9 2025

Thursday October 9, 2025 at 10:00 we will travel to the Orlando Wetlands for a volunteer-led tram tour. RSVP is required to secure a space on the tram. There is no cost for this tour, however , volunteers do accept donation. We will have lunch following the tour at a location TBD.
November 12 2025

12-noon IGC members will meet at the Eau Gallie Library for a Natural Wreath Making Workshop. Bring flowers, vines, and attractive natural elements like seed pods to create your wreath. Lunch provided by member hostesses RSVP required.

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Island Garden Club Program Schedule 2024/2025

December 10 2025

11:00 am IGC will meet at member Julia Hill’s home for our annual Holiday Gathering. We will enjoy a festive brunch and fun gift exchange. The club also collects items for the Women’s Shelter (women’s items as well as small household items). RSVP to Julia by December 5th
January 14 2026

10:00 am IGC will travel to Painted Sky Farms in Vero Beach. Activity and details TBD, but will include a tour of the working farm and hands on activity. RSVP required.
February 11 2026

At noon, Join IGC for a romantic afternoon Valentine’s Tea and Auction to benefit IGC projects at the Eau Gallie Library. Bring gently used items and a friend to enjoy the activity. Don’t forget your hat and tea party attire. Members host this luncheon. RSVP to ensure adequate luncheon items.

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Island Garden Club Program Schedule 2024/2025

March 11 2026

Field Trip to the Brevard Discovery Garden hosted by member Master Gardner Diane Chasick. The Garden is being developed by maser gardener volunteers to promote appreciation of Florida’s environment. The garden is located in Cocoa Florida details TBD. RSVP required.
April 8th 2026

At noon, IGC will meet at the EauGallie Library for a hands on activity with a floral creator and artist. Luncheon served by Hostesses. Details TBD RSVP required.
May 13 2026

IGC will conclude our program schedule with a “bring your own lunch” gathering hosted by member Beth Glover in her lovely Floridana Tropicals Nursery. Beth is a wonderful source of knowledge and specializes in hard-to-find coastal species grown from seed. The nursery is located in Floridana.