Anderson Creek Garden Club

🐢 TRASH TALKIN’ TUESDAY: Where does that plastic bottle actually go? 🐢
Spoiler alert: If it’s dropped on the ground in Harnett County, there’s a high chance its final destination is the Cape Fear River.
A recent Duke University environmental report found that a massive 80% to 90% of all litter found in North Carolina water sources is plastic. 😵‍💫 Unlike organic material, plastic never truly biodegrades. It just breaks down into tiny microplastics that threaten fish, birds, and our drinking water supply.
https://www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2025/12/12/plastic-waste-is-costing-society-billions-duke-study-finds/ #:~:text=Unlike%20traditional%20litter%20studies%20that,and%20coastlines%2C%20and%20lost%20economic
By participating in a river or creek-side litter sweep, you are acting as a human filter, stopping the trash before it has a chance to harm our aquatic wildlife or contaminate our water.
Paddle teams, bank walkers, and trail lovers, let's team up to keep our waterways pristine. 🛶

Drop a 💧 below if you love our rivers, lakes, and streams and want to keep them trash free!

For more information reach out by email at [email protected] or call/text 910-514-2054

We know that are powerful. 🌲 "Communities Thrive on Trees, " a data-packed guide from NC State Extension, proves just how massive of an impact our urban canopy has on daily life in North Carolina.

Green space, erosion control, stormwater management and, of course, natural beauty are just some of the reasons to value our leafy friends. From slashing residential cooling costs by up to 50% to filtering out millions of pounds of air pollutants, trees are working overtime for our communities.

🌳 Dive into the research of this free resource about the environmental and economic value of our trees ➡️ content.ces.ncsu.edu/communities-thrive-on-trees

📸 credit: Acer rubrum by Amanda Munoz (CC BY 2.0) listing in the NC Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox - plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/acer-rubrum

https://watch.eventive.org/thegardenermovie/play/6a2871ea29692abc1eea2cc3?fbclid=IwZnRzaASb1lZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeppjs_ke_TBXb2cBQfdpSogFrlRVyS6v3vq00NsQVemQFVTC2VmbpMiRtqpo_aem_-VrhkifLTiL2ayuzWHqXFA

Lets try to get together and watch this film! Get your tickets. 🎫

The Gardener | The Garden Club of North Carolina Presents A Full Bloom Virtual Screening Event - June 24, 7PM ET/ 4PM PT | The Gardener Movie The wait is over! Join us for a nationwide one-night-only virtual screening of The Gardener on June 24th at 7PM ET / 4PM PT. Watch from home or host a watch party — plus an exclusive Q&A with the Director and cast. Can't make it live? Your ticket includes on-demand access through June 26th at 4PM ...

Clay soil in North Carolina frustrates most gardeners. The ones who understand it start seeing advantages others are working against.

Let's get some ticket's and watch this movie! Maybe plan to get together and have some viewing parties! 🎉

The Gardener | The Garden Club of North Carolina Presents A Full Bloom Virtual Screening Event - June 24, 7PM ET/ 4PM PT | The Gardener Movie The wait is over! Join us for a nationwide one-night-only virtual screening of The Gardener on June 24th at 7PM ET / 4PM PT. Watch from home or host a watch party — plus an exclusive Q&A with the Director and cast. Can't make it live? Your ticket includes on-demand access through June 26th at 4PM ...

Message me to get a spot! ☀️💐🌷💕

Save the date and join us for our July roadside cleanup! July 11th!

Anderson Creek Garden Club Seeks Volunteers for Community Clean-Up Day
Spring Lake, NC (June 10, 2026) — The Anderson Creek Garden Club, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit federated garden club and member of both the North Carolina Garden Club and The National Garden Clubs, Inc., invites community members to roll up their sleeves and join its upcoming Clean-Up Day on Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Volunteers will help make Western Harnett cleaner and greener by picking up litter and beautifying Ray Road and surrounding areas. This family-friendly event is a great opportunity to connect with neighbors while improving the local environment.
Participants should meet at the Patriot Hall parking lot, located at 216 Anderson Creek Drive, Spring Lake, NC 28390. A brief safety talk, waiver signing, and distribution of supplies will take place at the start of the event.
“Every piece of litter we remove and every area we beautify makes a real difference in the quality of life in our community,” said Lee Mendocino of the Anderson Creek Garden Club. “We welcome all ages and skill levels — come out for an hour or two and help us keep Western Harnett and Ray Road looking its best!”
No experience is necessary. Gloves, trash bags, and other supplies will be provided. Volunteers are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes.
Event Details:
• Date: Saturday, July 11, 2026
• Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Location: Patriot Hall, 216 Anderson Creek Drive, Spring Lake, NC 28390
For more information or questions, contact Lee Mendocino at (919) 497-9249 or (253) 370-1757, or email the club at [email protected].
Visit the Anderson Creek Garden Club online at https://andersoncreekgardenclub.org to learn more about the organization and future events.



About Anderson Creek Garden Club
The Anderson Creek Garden Club is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit federated garden club and active member of the North Carolina Garden Club and The National Garden Clubs, Inc. The purpose of the Anderson Creek Garden Club is to stimulate interest in horticulture and gardens. We aim to improve civic planning and promote youth gardening while protecting wildlife and native plants. Through volunteer events, education, and beautification projects, the club works to enhance the beauty, cleanliness, and environmental health of the Anderson Creek neighborhood in Spring Lake, North Carolina, while fostering pride and connection among residents

Synopsis: “A Salon Story: Fact, Fiction, and the Farmer”

In the lively, gossip-filled atmosphere of Curl & Whisper Salon, a group of regular clients buzzes with excitement over the latest viral headlines, social media reels, and alarming claims about farm bills, food chemicals, and AI-generated “news.” As dryers hum and styling chairs turn, the conversation flows freely with half-truths and sensational stories.
The mood shifts when local farmer walks in for a haircut. With calm authority and real-world experience, Mr Farmer gently interrupts the chatter and encourages everyone to pause and check their sources. He calmly debunks the specific claims the women were discussing — revealing lobbying influence, AI-generated misinformation, twisted data, and emotional manipulation — while emphasizing the importance of primary sources such as university extension offices, peer-reviewed studies, and actual scientific data.
Through warm, relatable dialogue and humorous salon banter, the skit illustrates how easily misinformation spreads in everyday conversations and the value of critical thinking. Earl’s message lands: just because something is repeated often in groups or goes viral doesn’t make it true. Bots are active, AI isn’t infallible, and real farmers and scientists remain the most reliable sources of practical information.
The presentation ends on an uplifting note with the salon patrons reflecting on the lesson and the timeless reminder to verify before believing or sharing.

This skit was proudly presented by the Western Harnett FFA to the Anderson Creek Garden Club / as the first of five practice presentations in preparation for the upcoming state competition. It effectively combines entertainment, education, and timely media literacy in a fun, community-friendly format.

It was an excellent, entertaining and relevant experience for all!

A great way to celebrate NATIONAL GARDEN WEEK!!