PARSIPPANY — The GFWC Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills celebrated the installation of its new officers for the 2026-2028 administration during a special Installation Dinner held in May. The evening also recognized scholarship recipients from Parsippany High School and Parsippany Hills High School while welcoming new members to the organization.
The event featured a special guest, Susan Chambers, President of the New Jersey State Federation of Women’s Clubs (NJSFWC), who attended the proceedings and met with club members. Outgoing President Cathy Haney presided over a brief business meeting and was honored with gifts from the club in recognition of her dedication and leadership during the past two years.
Several scholarship recipients from Parsippany High School and Parsippany Hills High School attended the dinner, giving members the opportunity to meet the students and learn about their future educational plans and fields of study. Seven of the club’s thirteen scholarship winners were present for the celebration.
The club also welcomed two new members, Jenn DeStefano and Yagna Parmar, who were installed by outgoing Membership Officers Janice Carrubba and Ginny Scala. With the addition of the new members, the club’s membership now stands at 51.
The installation ceremony was conducted by Highlands District Vice President Joan Garbarino, a longtime member of the Parsippany club. New officers installed for the 2026-2028 term included Nanda Sanichar as Treasurer, Susan Byrne as Secretary, and Diana Craig and Jennifer Biondo as Co-Second Vice Presidents responsible for Membership. Cathy Haney and Chris Sinner were installed as Co-First Vice Presidents responsible for fundraising. Marianne Burke and Ivy Ertle were installed as Co-Presidents. Following the ceremony, Haney presented the ceremonial gavel to the incoming co-presidents.
Founded in 1954, the Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills is a member of both the General Federation of Women’s Clubs and the New Jersey State Federation of Women’s Clubs. The organization supports numerous community service projects, educational initiatives, and charitable programs throughout the year.
The club holds general meetings on the fourth Monday of each month from September through April and welcomes women interested in community service, leadership development, and volunteerism.
