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Thank you for visiting the website of
The Woman's Club of Rutherford,
a club within the Palisades District of the
New Jersey State Federation of Women's Clubs.
We are proudly celebrating
137 years of Service to our Community &
102 years of owning our beautiful Carriage House.
Laura O'Connor, President
201.893.1172
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The Woman's Club of Rutherford (WCR) is a non-profit volunteer organization, working to support the arts, preserve natural resources, promote healthy lifestyles, encourage civic involvement, support families in need and provide scholarships and awards to local high school graduates, all done with a spirit of friendship. We are comprised of women ages 18 and older.
When We Meet
Our members have the opportunity to gather every Monday at our clubouse at 201 Fairview Avenue (corner of Montross Avenue) in Rutherford, NJ.
- The first Monday of the month is a Program/Presentation. We begin with refreshments at 6pm and then have a speaker or activity (6:30pm).
- The third Monday of the month is our Business/Board meeting. We discuss upcoming fundraisers, projects, financials, etc. The meeting begins at 6:30pm.
- The remaining Mondays are Social/Project Nights. Members plan and work on upcoming fundraisers and/or play games, enjoy a Book Cub, work on a craft, etc. at 6pm.
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Our Beautiful, Permanent Sign
Have you seen the new permanent sign that has been installed at the Woman’s Club of Rutherford on the corner of Fairview Avenue and Montross Avenue?
The sign was made possible in part by a generous donation from the Borroto Family, in loving memory of their mother, Ida Borroto. Ida was a cherished member and past president of the Woman’s Club whose dedication, warmth, and leadership touched so many lives.
The planning process began nearly a year ago, when Leslie Beck, Club First Vice President, and Debra Mania, Club Trustee, eagerly started working on the design, colors, and lettering in collaboration with Majestic Sign Company.
What began as an amateur sketch quickly became the foundation for something special. Once they started, they were fully committed. During their travels, they paid close attention to signage everywhere they went, gathering inspiration from top to bottom. They felt strongly that the sign’s aesthetic should reflect the spirit of the organization — feminine, elegant, classic, and welcoming. The final design features a soft off-white background with gold leaf lettering and trim, creating a timeless and refined look.
We are incredibly proud of the result and hope the community enjoys it as much as we do. This spring, flowers will be planted and the sign will be professionally illuminated to enhance its presence even further.
And we are thankful to the Borroto family. Through their kindness and generosity, Ida’s legacy continues to inspire and uplift our community.
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Together in Service
United in Friendship
Barbara McCloskey
State President, 2024 - 2026
Janet Drogo
District VP, 2024 - 2026
The New Jersey State Federation of Women's Clubs, the largest volunteer women's service organization in the state and a member of the General Federation of Women's Clubs, provides opportunities for education, leadership training, and community service through participation in local clubs, enabling members to make a difference in the lives of others, one project at a time.
The goal of the New Jersey State Federation of Women’s Clubs is to enhance the quality of life within our respective communities and state by transforming public interests and concerns into meaningful projects and programs; to afford our members opportunities for the development of individual skills, talents and abilities; and to serve as a grass roots volunteer resource in New Jersey communities.
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GFWC ~ Living the Volunteer Spirit
Suellen Brazil
International President, 2024 - 2026
The General Federation of Women's Clubs, one of the world's largest and oldest nonpartisan, nondenominational, women's volunteer service organizations, was founded in 1890 and chartered by the 56th United States Congress in 1901.
Headquartered in a National Historic Landmark building in Washington, D.C., GFWC has a long history of philanthropy, social and political advocacy, and community leadership.
Nearly 80,000 members in affiliated clubs in every state and more than a dozen countries work in their own communities to support the arts, preserve natural resources, advance education, promote healthy lifestyles, encourage civic involvement, and work toward world peace and understanding.
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Woman's Club of Rutherford
Commemorative Ornament Available
$15
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| WCR Ornament |
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