GFWC Coral Gables Womans Club & Rentals

Meet the Members Monday! 🌟
Today, we honor Barbara J. Lapsley, a true legend of the Coral Gables Woman’s Club with nearly 39 years of service! 👏 Barbara’s journey started with the Coral Gables Junior Woman’s Club in 1986, and she’s been an unstoppable force ever since. 💪 From holding various leadership roles, including President five times, to founding the prestigious Barbara Lapsley Best New Member Award in 1997, her impact runs deep. 🏆
As a grant writer, Barbara has secured over $737,000 for our Children’s Dental Clinic, providing crucial care to those who need it most. 🦷💖 Plus, she even assisted Dr. Iris Torres-Rivera every Wednesday at our Dental Clinic.
Her dedication, leadership, and passion for our club have left a legacy we continue to celebrate every day. Thank you, Barbara, for your nearly four decades of service and unwavering commitment! 🙌

🌎 Today, we teamed up to give back to our beautiful city, collecting 77.6 lbs of trash throughout Coral Gables. Proud of our members and volunteers who showed up to keep our community clean and green! 💚

Happy Halloween 🎃

🌿 Join us for a Community Cleanup! 🌿

November 2, from 9 AM to 11 AM we are hosting a neighborhood cleanup, and we need your helping hands! Let’s come together to keep our beautiful city clean and green. 🧹🌎

📅 Date: Saturday, November 2
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
📍 Location: Coral Gables Woman’s Club

Bring a friend, some gloves, and let’s make a difference together! 💪 Every little effort counts.

🌹 Member Monday

This week we’re celebrating Iris Seguí, who’s been a proud member since 1994! 🎉 She was introduced to our club by Dr. Iris Torres and has since become an inspiring leader, serving as our First Vice President. 💪💖

Fun fact: Iris is a former rodeo competitor! 🤠 From riding in the arena to championing our club’s mission, she brings grit, grace, and heart to everything she does. 🐎✨

Let’s give a big shoutout to Iris for her passion and commitment to our CGWC family! 👏

Our members had a wonderful time attending the Annual District Meeting, engaging in meaningful discussions and sharing insights with fellow leaders from across the region. This gathering reinforces our shared commitment to empowering women and serving our community with purpose and dedication.

🌹 Member Monday

This week, we introduce Carmen Suarez, a member of the Coral Gables Woman’s Club since 1998! 💃

❤️ Her passion? Supporting our incredible dental clinic while making sure every fundraiser is a success as our Fundraiser Chair.
🎉 Fun fact: Carmen is a trained ballet dancer, and she brings that same grace and dedication to everything she does at . 🩰

Let’s give Carmen a round of applause for all her hard work and commitment!

The GFWC Coral Gables Woman’s Club has been empowering women and uplifting our community since 1923, all from our beautiful and historic clubhouse in the heart of Coral Gables! 🏛️ As part of the Florida Federation of Women’s Clubs and the Southern Region of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs, we’re proud to be part of a rich legacy of service and leadership. ✨

Our historic building isn’t just a landmark; it’s a symbol of our commitment to preserving history while creating a brighter future for South Florida. Let’s keep making a difference together! Donate to our club today! Link in bio.

Check out the latest issue of featuring our incredible Club President, ! We’re so grateful for this amazing feature. 💫

🌍 Thank You for Joining the Fight Against Hunger! 🌍

We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who supported our hunger initiative on September 28th. Thanks to your generosity, the Coral Gables Woman’s Club and Buddy System MIA can continue to stock the Community Fridges in Coconut Grove and Little Havana, ensuring that those facing food insecurity in our community have access to nutritious meals. 🍎🥦

With approximately 287,000 people in Miami-Dade County, including 14% of children, experiencing food insecurity, your donations are truly making a difference. Every contribution helps us fight hunger, one meal at a time!

Your kindness and support remind us of the power of community. Together, we are bringing hope and making a lasting impact.

Thank you for being a part of this important cause. 💚

We’re excited for the GFWC Florida Fall Board weekend ahead—ready to connect, collaborate, and make an impact with inspiring women from across the state. Let’s make it a weekend to remember! 🌟

On our way to the GFWC Florida state Convention in Orlando on the !

National Night Out! Join your neighbors and local police for an evening of fun, food, and friendship. Together, we can strengthen community bonds and promote safety. Let’s unite for a safer community! We hope to see you there !

This past Saturday, Club Sisters participated in the International Coastal Clean up Day at Cartagena Park, thanks to the efforts of our Environmental Chair, Jackie Defrancesco. Ocean Conservancy’s International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) is the world’s largest volunteer effort for ocean’s health.
Did you know that it is estimated that by the year 2050, there will be more plastic in the ocean than fish? Please join in the effort to save our oceans- Reduce, Reuse, Refuse 🌊🌊🌊

📢 🗳️ NOW is the time to make sure your voice is heard! You can still register to vote and request mail-in ballots for the upcoming elections. The Coral Gables Woman's Club encourages everyone to check their voter registration status, update their information, or register to vote.

Let’s continue our legacy of leadership and community involvement by ensuring that every voice is counted. Together, we can make a difference!

Vote-by-Mail Ballot Vote by mail to avoid the lines and vote in the comfort of your own home. Also find out if we've received your mail ballot.

Our Arts and Culture Chair, Alex Guillen, arranged a wonderful Jazz Night for us in collaboration with the ✨✨it was a magical night✨✨Thank you Alex!!

Last week, the Coral Gables Women’s Club held our annual Board Retreat! 🎉 It was a day filled with inspiration, collaboration, and strategic planning for the year ahead. Grateful for the incredible women who came together to lead and uplift our community. Here’s to an impactful year ahead! 💪✨

Let us stand together in remembrance and resilience, supporting one another as we continue to build a brighter future for all. 🇺🇸

🌍 Join us in the Fight Against Hunger! 🌍

On September 28th, the Greater Federation of Women’s Clubs is turning its focus to hunger, and the Coral Gables Woman’s Club is proud to partner with Buddy System MIA to support their Community Fridges initiative. 🍎🥦

Did you know that approximately 10% of Miami-Dade County’s population — that’s about 287,000 people, including 14% of children — are considered food insecure? We want to make a difference right here in our community! The two closest fridges to our location are in Coconut Grove and Little Havana, and we need YOUR help to keep them stocked!

👉 How you can help: Drop off your food donations at our club on September 28th. We’ll make sure they reach the community fridges in need!

Together, let’s take action to support our neighbors and fight hunger one meal at a time. 💚

🌟 Did you know? The Coral Gables Woman’s Club proudly operates a free dental clinic that has served our community for over 80 years! 🦷💖 At the heart of this mission is our remarkable club sister, Dr. Iris Torres-Rivera, a licensed oral and maxillofacial surgery specialist who has been transforming lives at 475 Biltmore Way for over two decades. Not only does she run a successful dental practice, but she’s also been the driving force behind our clinic since 1989, serving as director for the past 25 years! 🙌

Founded in 1939, our Children’s Dental Clinic has provided essential dental care to over 90,000 children from low-income families across Miami-Dade County. ✨

“For me, it’s all about giving back,” says Dr. Torres-Rivera. “It’s an honor to serve the City Beautiful and bring brighter smiles to South Florida’s children.” 💫

Join us in celebrating this incredible work and learn how you can be a part of our mission to make a difference! 💪

🌺 Happy Labor Day from Coral Gables Woman’s Club! 🌺

Today, we celebrate the hard work and dedication of all the incredible women in our community. Enjoy a safe and relaxing holiday!

🎷 Join us for a night of soulful jazz at the Coral Gables Woman’s Club, in collaboration with the Frost School of Music at UM! 🌟 Enjoy an unforgettable evening while supporting a great cause—100% of the proceeds benefit our CGWC Dental Clinic, providing essential dental care for children in need and preserving our historic building.

✨ Curated by our Arts & Culture Chair, Alexandria Guillen, and proudly sponsored by Primal Physical Therapy, this event promises to be a highlight of the summer.

🎟️ Tickets are available now! Link in bio. Don’t miss out on this amazing night of music and philanthropy! 💙

Thank you Yoli for all your years of service as the dental hygienist of our Children’s Dental Clinic! We will miss you and wish you the very best !!
So many people are familiar with the our Club but they are not aware there is a childrens dental clinic within its quarters that has provided 90,000 low income children 5.5 million dollars in dental care over the past 85 years!!! We hope to continue well beyond 100 years serving the community ✨✨✨

🎉✨ What a wonderful day at the Coral Gables Woman’s Club for our bench unveiling! A huge thank you to Ana Lam, Kristina Jackson, and Ann Ryan for leading this project. We were honored to have Dorothy Thomson, longtime member and the first and only woman Mayor of Coral Gables, address the crowd. The bench, now situated in front of the Little Library, is the perfect spot to grab a book and have a seat. 📚💖 Thank you
for our grant!!

We had a fantastic evening catching up and enjoying wine together! Cheers to great company and even better conversations. 🍷