Members had an amazing time learning how to make homemade paneer and discovering its health benefits! We also got to try our hand at making some delicious Indian flatbread to go with it. Many thanks to Darshana for the wonderful lesson and sharing her expertise!
This St. Patrick’s Day and Women’s History Month, let’s celebrate an incredible life from history! Meet Margaret Ann Bulkley—an extraordinary trailblazer who defied expectations and broke barriers. Margaret Ann Bulkley: A Woman Ahead of Her Time 
Born in the early 19th century, Margaret Ann Bulkley knew that society would never allow a woman to become a doctor. So, she defied the rules—reinventing herself as Dr. James Barry.
Disguised as a man, she attended medical school, became a skilled surgeon, and even rose to the rank of Inspector General in the British Army. Along the way, she performed one of the first successful C-sections where both mother and baby survived—a groundbreaking achievement!
For decades, Barry lived in secrecy, dedicating a lifetime to medicine and saving countless lives. It was only after death that the truth was revealed: Dr. James Barry had been Margaret Ann Bulkley all along.
Her story is one of courage, determination, and an unwavering commitment to breaking barriers. Imagine what she could have accomplished in a world where women were allowed to follow their dreams.
Let’s keep pushing for a future where no girl has to hide who she is to achieve her dreams! #CosmicGirlsFoundation
Thank You for a “Soup”er Successful Food Drive! 
A huge thank you to everyone who contributed to our “Soup”er Bowl Food Drive—your generosity made it a huge success! 
A special shoutout to Inserra ShopRite for their incredible donation of $500 worth of soups and staples—your support means the world to us and to those in need!
Together, we’re making a difference, one bowl at a time!
We wrapped up our last book club meeting of the year in style! Since A Gentleman in Moscow is set in a hotel and centers around a fancy restaurant, we decided to embrace the theme with a formal dinner, some Russian nibbles, and plenty of vodka. To top it all off, we ended the night with a festive holiday book swap.
Cheers to a great year of reading!
Our Holiday Cookie Exchange was a huge hit! So many tasty treats baked with love by our amazing members. It was such a lovely evening filled with laughter, connection, and, of course, delicious goodies to take home. A big shoutout to Darshana and Jane for organizing this wonderful event—thank you!
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The Woman’s Club had a wonderful day exploring the beautifully decorated Victorian Christmas at Ringwood Manor! A big shoutout to the talented members of the Woman’s Club of West Milford, who dedicated countless hours designing, planning, and bringing this stunning vision to life. It was truly a magical and festive experience!
What a magical holiday dinner! The Women’s Club gathered to celebrate the season and the incredible bonds we share with joy, laughter and the spirit of giving. Many thanks to Del Pino’s for giving us a delicious holiday dinner!
In the true spirit of giving, we also joined hands to make a difference in the lives of others. 
Our generous members came together to collect toys in support of the The Saddle River Valley Junior Woman’s Club Toy Drive, spreading smiles and holiday cheer to those who need it most. Thank you to everyone who contributed! 
Wishing our amazing group of women a season filled with love, laughter, and the magic of the holidays! 
THE WOMAN'S CLUB OF UPPER SADDLE RIVER 