Recital Club (Garner, Iowa)

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Organized in 1901, the Recital Club of Garner, Iowa, originally provided a musical or dramatic program at each meeting. By 1957, the club'sfocus had become improvement of the local community. Its Community Improvement Program ultimately resulted in the organization of the Garner Town and Country Planning Council which promoted such projects as a public swimming pool and retirement apartments. Although originally intended for both men and women, the club is now composed entirely of women. It continues to hold meetings with presentations about literature, the arts and the community.

From the description of Records of the Recital Club, 1901-1994. (University of Iowa Libraries). WorldCat record id: 233102926

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creatorOf Recital Club (Garner, Iowa). Records of the Recital Club, 1901-1994. University of Iowa Libraries
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associatedWith Iowa Federation of Women's Clubs. corporateBody
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Iowa--Garner
Garner (Iowa)
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Art
Literature
Women
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Active 1901

Active 1994

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