The Millbury Women’s Club (MWC) has enjoyed a busy and engaging year, offering educational programs, social activities, and community outreach for its members. Meetings are held at the historic Asa Waters Mansion on the first Monday of each month, except in January, July, and August.

In October, MWC President Diane Hill hosted a “Meet and Greet” orientation for new members. T. Jablanski, past state president of GFWC Massachusetts, presented the history of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs, while past MWC President Mary Lou Mulhane highlighted the club’s long-standing contributions to the Millbury community. Several past presidents and committee members also spoke about their roles within the organization, and new members were introduced.

Throughout the year, the club offered a variety of programs and activities. In June, members organized a plant sale, followed by a line-dancing event in September. October’s meeting featured a guest speaker from the Rhode Island State Police Special Victims Unit. In November, the club hosted a special Veterans program with guest speaker First Sergeant (Ret.) Matthew Hill, a Millbury native, who shared stories from nearly three decades of service with the 82nd Regiment of the U.S. Army.

During the Veterans program, Hill received a Quilt of Valor created from remnants of his uniform and designed by Karen Dinsdale Magnant of Hearts ’n’ Hands. The club also collected donations for veterans, raising $520 in cash and $573 in donated goods for Central Massachusetts Veterans Support Inc.

The December meeting concluded the year with a festive regifting auction enjoyed by members.

The Millbury Women’s Club has already scheduled several programs for 2026, beginning in February with New England Donor Services, followed by a guest author in March, local artist Michael Wackell in April, and the club’s annual meeting in May featuring guest speaker Connie Askin, CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Massachusetts and MetroWest. The season will wrap up in June with a “Movie Night Under the Stars” under the tent.

Residents interested in becoming members of the Millbury Women’s Club can learn more by visiting the club’s Facebook page or website at millburywomensclub.yolasite.com.