The October meeting of the Mattapoisett Woman’s Club will be held on Thursday, Oct. 16 at noon in Reynard Hall at the Congregational Church, 27 Church St.

The club will have lunch followed by a talk about the development of costume jewelry historically and in the US. Marie Rottler will also give tips and guidelines on collecting, purchasing and identifying costume jewelry in antique shops, at yard sales, or discovered in jewelry boxes of family members.

Marie will have examples of some styles of jewelry pieces as well as books that show the various types of jewelry and the styles of various designers.

Everyone is welcome to bring a piece of jewelry to get information about it.

Call Barb Van Inwegen at 508-864-5213 for information or for a ride.