MANCHESTER WOMAN'S CLUB
Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA
Organized 1908
Out and About
Friendship Tree Lighting
December 7, 2025
Making for a Bright Season
The Friendship Tree Lighting was a splendid event Sunday, December 7, 2025. The crowd enjoyed the the Manchester Essex Regional High School (MERHS) Concert Band, the Memorial and Essex Elementary School Chorus, MERHS Sound Waves, and Tyler Cummins original composition, Glow, sung by Maggie Whitman.
Hot chocolate, donated by Manchester Masonic Lodge and served by the Manchester Woman's Club elves, kept hands warm, and had several in the audience coming back for seconds.
The Friendship Tree will be lit at dusk each evening until the first of January. Stop by to see the tree resplendent with all the lights and topped with a lighted snowflake. The tree and along with the decorated fountain have been a tradition in Manchester since 1965. It is because of the support of the Manchester community that the Woman's Club can continue to provide the lights for the tree each year and coordinate the Festive Program.
May everyone have a safe and happy holiday and all the best in the New Year.
Wellspring House Linen Drive 2025 | November 1 to November 13
The linen drive for Wellspring House in Gloucester and Salem was a fantastic success!
The items donated will help Wellspring House's mission to assist vulnerable populations. Such support not only helps meet immediate physical needs but also fosters a sense of community and care.
Providing these essentials can significantly improve the comfort and dignity of those in need, particularly for the homeless and individuals facing difficult circumstances.
Thank you to everyone of our members who contributed to help our neighbors in need.
You are simply the BEST!
Wobblin Goblin 2025 | October 25
Saturday, October 25, the Town held its annual Wobblin Goblin parade. A huge thanks to Club members, Betsy Parker and Jen DeSimone for handing out treats to the wee ones, getting into the spirit and dressing the part. Happy Halloween!
