May 2026 (Draft)
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President’s Message
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Warmly,
Dina
Announcements
Renew your Membership by June 15!
NEW PROCEDURE
Due to high demand, membership renewals are being processed earlier this year. Look for instructions in your email inbox — be sure to check your SPAM folder if you don’t see it — and renew during the dates below to ensure your continued membership. Dues are $65. The 2026-2027 Renewal process will take place in the following timeframe:
May 1 - June 15 → Renewals for Full Members. Payment due: June 15.
June 16 - June 30 → Renewals for Friends of Kalmia as Full members. Payment due: June 30.
After July 1 → New Member registration will be open to the public, pending capacity.
NEW EMAIL FOR MEMBERSHIP INQUIRIES:
kalmia.membership@gmail.com
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Help the Garden Tour Committee by becoming a docent. As docent, you would confirm tickets and watch over the gardens. Three shifts available (10am-12pm, 12-2pm, 2-4pm).
All docents will receive a complimentary garden tour ticket for the Saturday tour.
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Sincere thanks to those Kalmia members who helped provide and serve a delicious meal for the Community Meal Program on March 25! Please mark your calendars for the next upcoming meals that we will be providing. Come and join the fun! June 24, September 23, December 23.
SIGN UP FOR JUNE 24 —>
12:00 noon–1:30 pm, Lambertville Presbyterian Church, 31 N. Union Street.
Questions: Lillian Laney (lillian.laney@gmail.com) and Nancy Campbell (nmcmom16@aol.com)
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After five years of dedication to the newsletter, Nancy Campbell and Birsu Bascillar are stepping down as of June. We have contacted members directly without any success. We will offer instructions and move the newsletter to a simpler DIRECT EMAIL format for ease.
Please contact Dina Fanelli if interested in this very important position. Thank you dinafanelli39@gmail.com
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The new “Kalmia Connections” is a directory of Member-run businesses and services. This directory is for use by Members only and can be accessed via the MEMBERS ONLY page. You can browse for a service in the directory or add your business via the form provided.
Contact kalmiaclub@gmail.com with questions or to request a new category.
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28th Annual Hidden Gardens of Lambertville Tour
Saturday, June 13, 2026 | 10 am - 4 pm
A self-guided walking tour that explores the private gardens of our charming community.
$30 advanced tickets / $35 day of event
Tickets available at link below or via cash/check at Bucks on Bridge (25 Bridge St.)
Tickets and More Info —>
This Month’s Meeting
A Doll and Lost Family in Germany
Monday, May 11 at 6:30 pm
Program Coordinator: Gwen Zack
Kalmia member Julie Davidson Meyers’ 6-year-old daughter was given a homework assignment to share a doll with outside family members. Having lost almost all of her family in the Holocaust, Julie was surprised when she received a letter from a German researcher. In their communication, he became willing to accept the doll, sharing it around Julie’s mother’s hometown in Germany, and documenting its adventures with many pictures sent to Julie. The story doesn’t end there, as Julie shares the further adventure of the doll, the award-winning homework assignment, reunions and more!
Meeting Reminders
Click here to review the minutes from the previous meeting for approval.
Sign up for the Refreshment Committee here or sign up at the Membership Desk when you check in.
Gather items in advance for this month’s Outreach initiative (details below)
Wine is always appreciated.
May Outreach - Two Initiatives
Harbor of Hope
Harbor of Hope, located in Flemington, NJ, is a compassionate space for immigrants, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those on the path to healing from trauma. Through culturally responsive care and collective action they foster healing, resilience and belonging. It has been an exceptionally difficult time for their families recently. To better serve them, they have established a "Giving Room" at their facility. 💜 Rooted in care, growing in community.
We are collecting: Cleaning supplies, toiletries, bagged long grain rice, and dried black beans
Girl’s Career Institute (GCI) Donations
We are collecting items for the GCI program during April and May. The GCI program is staffed by volunteers. These items are needed by the NJSFWC. Our member Jiondae Dewald will be collecting these items at SHRHS and the Kalmia Club. Please mark your bag with GCI - Thank you
Dunkin Donnut $5 gift cards
White copy paper
Cannon 220 ink black and 221 ink colored
Large adult scissors for fabric cutting
Tampons and pads
Small sized water bottles
Committees & Membership
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NEW - Music Mountain Theater Cluster
Ready for a little theater, laughter, and a night out? Join your fellow Kalmia Club members for recurring outings to Music Mountain Theatre! We’ll attend a variety of shows together, enjoy a group discount, and support local arts— a win all around! This cluster is all about enjoying lively performances, sharing laughs, and making fun memories together. Whether you’re a theater lover or just in it for good vibes, come along for entertainment and connection.
Country Line Dancing Cluster
A few spots remain for our May 20 and June 17 sessions. We meet at 6 PM at the clubhouse. The cost is $10 to cover the instructor (cash or Venmo). Sign up here: Line Dancing Cluster
If you signed up but can’t attend, please remove your name from the list to make room for others. Thank you.
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Book Club #2 - Olive, Again by Elizabeth Strout
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Photos: See Photo Gallery below. Please send your photos to Nancy Campbell at nmcmom16@aol.com.
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A great way to make friends, Kalmia Clusters are small interest groups who get together for activities beyond our monthly meetings. Visit the Clusters page to sign up and for more information.
Want to start a new cluster? Email Cluster Coordinator, Nancy Campbell at nmcmom16@aol.com
Photo Gallery
To add photos, click on gallery
Federation News & Resources
The Kalmia Club is a member of the NJ State Federation of Women's Clubs (NJSFWC) and the General Federation of Women's Clubs (GFWC)
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General Federation of Women’s Clubs
New Jersey State Federation of Women’s Clubs
Hope to see you soon!
Dina and Ree
Dina Fanelli- President
Ree Gallagher - Vice President
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The Kalmia Club, 39 York Street, Lambertville, NJ 08530