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Love in Full Bloom: The Wedding of Elle Leonsis & Toby Helme - Washington Life Magazine

Guinness family’s brewing fortune. Leonsis, now general manager of SnagFilms, was born into Washington sports royalty. Her father Ted Leonsis is the founder and CEO of Monumental Sports, which owns the Washington Capitals, Washington Wizards, Washington Mystics and Capital One Arena.While their wedding embraced a woodlands theme, with colors of hydrangea, blue and green, and the fairest flowers “o’ th’ season” suspended throughout like Shakespearean verse, the event paid homage to their family legacies as well.Leonsis credits her mother, Lynn, with handling the planning in style and at her very own home, no less. Marwood, the 13-acre former Gore family estate that sits on a knoll above the Potomac River, was once rented by Joseph P. Kennedy Sr. and briefly served as Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt’s summer home in the 1920s.“It surprised no one how immaculate the gardening and tent and little features all were,” says Leonsis, embracing her daughterly pride. “My mom is damn good at throwing a beautiful party!”One of the most magnificent elements that helped “crown” the evening was the multi-colored floral “cloud.” Inspired by London-based artist Rebecca Louise Law, Leonsis and Helme had their florist, Victoria Clausen, orchestrate and assemble the display suspended above the dance floor.And then, the dress. The day’s floral theme was inspired by the blue flowers on the bride’s custom Ramona Keveza ball gown. “The bold and beautiful pattern really made me feel like it was a work of art,” Leonsis says. “When I found a gown that was so striking and never worn before by a bride, I fell in love pretty quickly.”Toby’s groomsmen were dressed by Charles Tyrwhitt, the same company that has suited up the Washington Wizards and Washington Capitals; his ushers embodied the proud tradition of Highland dress, wearing trews (or kilts) and doublets with sporrans.Continuing with the familial nods, Helme’s father, Sir Tom Helme, gifted linens from his luxury British fabric company, Fermoie, which supplied table cloths, napkins, curtains, pillows and upholstered walls. “The dining tent felt like a forest thanks to his Savernake print,” Leonsis says. And to pay homage to Toby’s mother, the Honorable Mirabel Jane Guinness, and to her side of the family, the couple had a Guinness and salted caramel cake created by Fleur and Flour.The Guinness delights didn’t stop there. BD3 Design expertly replicated an Irish pub, “kitted out” with Guinness on tap a... http://washingtonlife.com/2019/04/05/love-in-full-bloom-the-wedding-of-elle-leonsis-toby-helme/

Flowers left at Bush’s Milton birthplace among tributes for the 41st US president - The Boston Globe

George H.W. Bush at the home where he was born more than nine decades ago.Outside the blue-gray house on Adams Street, Jack Guinan, 62, of Dedham, planted five flags in the soil in front of a stone monument commemorating Bush’s birthplace. Four and one, he said, representing the number 41, honoring Bush as the nation’s 41st president. Advertisement “His family was well-to-do, yet he didn’t take the easy road,” said Guinan. “He was always the guy who exemplified what that greatest generation was about.” Get Metro Headlines in your inbox: The 10 top local news stories from metro Boston and around New England delivered daily. Bush, who served as president from 1989 to 1993, died Friday in Houston at the age of 94. His wife, Barbara Bush, died in April at age 92.Across Massachusetts and beyond on Saturday, mourners paid tribute to Bush, a lifelong political leader and military veteran who they said put the needs of his country before himself.At the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum in Boston, where Bush was honored a little more than four years ago, a condolence book for visitors to sign sat near the front door Saturday morning. “Thank you for your service and turning our country into what it is today,” wrote a Methuen resident among reflections from visitors from around the country. Advertisement “What does it mean to be presidential?” asked Gayla Cahan, 63, another museum visitor. “George Bush was presidential.”Former members of Bush’s White House staff also remembered his accomplishments Saturday.Ron Kaufman, who worked for Bush during several campaigns, including his successful 1988 White ... https://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2018/12/01/mourners-leave-flowers-tributes-bush-milton-birthplace/kq8gIPAEMw358d9gceovIK/story.html

Vietnam pays respects to John McCain with tributes, flowers

Meanwhile, scores of people in Hanoi paid their respects to McCain at the U.S. Embassy and at a monument by Truc Bach lake, where he landed after parachuting from his damaged plane. Speaking to reporters after writing in a book of condolences, U.S. Ambassador Daniel Kritenbrink said McCain was "a great leader and real hero" who helped normalize relations between the former enemies. "He was a warrior, he was also a peacemaker and of course he fought and suffered during the Vietnam War, but then later as a senator, he was one of the leaders who helped bring our countries back together and helped the United States and Vietnam normalize our relationship and now become partners and friends," Kritenbrink said. McCain and former Sen. Kerry played important roles in the normalization of bilateral relations in 1995. The Vietnam News Agency said Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc and National Assembly Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan sent messages of condolence to McCain's family and U.S. Senate leaders, while Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh paid respects to McCain at the embassy. Pham Gia Minh, a 62-year-old businessman who signed the condolence book at the embassy, said he witnessed Vietnamese civilians being killed by the U.S bombings of North Vietnam, including the Christmas bombing of Hanoi in 1972, but he admired McCain for overcoming the difficult past to build better ties between the two countries. "War is losses and suffering," he told the AP. "But the will of a brave nation is to go beyond that to look to the future. The Vietnamese people have that will and Mr. John McCain has that will. ... We both have that will to overcome the painful past, overcome the misunderstanding to together build a brighter future." Hoang Thi Hang, a Hanoi resident who also signed the condolence book, said he had great respect for McCain's compassion. "He had compassion for everyone, whether they were rich or poor, whatever their background. And that is important in life." Related stories from Kansas City Star The U.S. Embassy announced it will launch a McCain/... https://www.kansascity.com/news/politics-government/national-politics/article217381335.html

An illustrated guide to Los Angeles trees and flowers

Not that Angelenos hold these drawbacks against the majestic giants—in fact, three separate plantings of the trees around the city have been awarded Historic-Cultural Monument status.9. Bird of paradiseThe official flower of the city of Los Angeles, fittingly, is a transplant. Imported from South Africa in 1853, the bird of paradise can bloom year-round or suspend growth during periods of drought, but winter is its favorite time to flower. The brightly plumed plant’s nectar is also a big draw for brilliantly colored hummingbirds and other pollinators.10. BougainvilleaAdmittedly, we have no hard data to back this up, but it seems safe to say that the mental image of a classic 1920s Spanish draped in fuchsia bougainvillea has enticed untold millions of transplants to move here. However, if facts are what you’re after, here’s one: Los Angeles County is home to the single largest growth of bougainvillea in the entire United States. Planted circa 1901, the Glendora Bougainvillea stretches over 1,200 feet in length and rises up to 40 feet in height. 11. Foxtail agaveThough it may look like something dreamed up by Dr. Seuss, the foxtail agave originated in the mountains of central Mexico. It can take a decade or longer for the succulent to bloom, producing a hefty, arching stalk between 5 and 10 feet long covered in tiny flowers inviting pollination. The bad news: They can only bloom once before dying. But on the bright side, by the time a foxtail agave reaches the end of its life span, it will usually have a number of offshoots, or “pups,” at its base that repeat the cycle.12. JasmineOne of the rewards of becoming a resident of Los Angeles is getting to know all the flora that you miss as a mere visitor due to their brief blooming and flowering period. Exhibit A: night-blooming jasmine. Between June and September, this evergreen shrub, also known as “queen of the night,” emits a scent so intoxicating, it’ll make you feel like re-enacting your own private version of a href="https://la.cu... https://la.curbed.com/2018/8/23/17720768/los-angeles-plants-trees-glossary-guide-jasmine-palm

Charlottesville anniversary: Peaceful protests, few arrests

Hundreds of neo-Nazis, skinheads and Ku Klux Klan members and other white nationalists descended on Charlottesville on Aug. 12, 2017, in part to protest over the city’s decision to remove a monument to Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee from a park.Violent fighting broke out between attendees and counterprotesters. Authorities eventually forced the crowd to disperse, but chaos erupted again when the car barrelled into the crowd.James Fields Jr., of Maumee, Ohio, is charged in state court with murder in Heyer’s killing and faces separate hate crime charges in federal court. He pleaded not guilty last month to the federal charges.The day’s death toll rose to three when a state police helicopter crashed, killing Lt. Jay Cullen and Trooper-Pilot Berke Bates.Among the other anniversary events was a Sunday morning community gathering at a park that drew more than 200 people. The group sang and listened to speakers, among them Courtney Commander, a friend of Heyer’s who was with her when she was killed.“She is with me today, too,” Commander said.Law enforcement officials faced blistering criticism after last year’s rally for what was perceived as a passive response to the violence that unfolded. A review by a former U.S. attorney found a lack of co-ordination between state and city police and an operational plan that elevated officer safety over public safety.The anniversary weekend was marked by a much heavier police presence, which also drew criticism from some activists.Demonstrators on Sunday marched through Charlottesville chanting, “Cops and Klan go hand in hand,” and “Will you protect us?”After the white nationalists departed, police had a tense standoff with about 150 masked anti-fascist, or antifa, protesters who marched through downtown Washington blocking traffic after the white nationalists left. Police shoved back advancing members of the far-left-leaning militant group, and an officer used pepper spray, but no tear gas was deployed.The city of Charlottesville said four people were arrested in the downtown area. Two arrests stemmed from a confrontation near the Lee statue where a Spotsylvania, Virginia, man stopped to salute, a Charlottesville woman confronted him and a physical altercation took place, officials said.Police were also investigating the assault of a Charlottesville police officer who was knocked down during a demonstration related to the rally. The officer was knocked to the ground and swarmed after approaching a man whose face was covered, according to police. The officer wasn’t hurt, but the investigation is ongoing.___Kunzelman reported from Charlottesville and Rankin reported from Richmond, Virginia.___Ashraf Khalil, Michael Kunzelman And Sarah Rankin, The Associated Press Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter. Let's block ads!... https://www.pentictonwesternnews.com/news/charlottesville-anniversary-peaceful-protests-few-arrests/

Obituary Notices: Week of July 29, 2018 - Big Island Now

KaliloaBronson KaliloaJanuary 26, 1972 – July 18, 2018Bronson Kaimana Weimun Kaliloa, 46, of Keaau, killed in the line of duty on July 18, 2018, at Hilo Medical Center. Born January 26, 1972 in Colorado, he was a 10 year Police Officer for the Hawaii County Police Department.Services to be held Saturday, August 4, 2018 8:30am visitation, 10am service at Hilo Civic Auditorium. Burial to follow approx. 2:45pm at Homelani Memorial Park 388 Ponahawai St, Hilo, HI 96720. Online condolences may be sent to: www.ballardfamilymortuaries.comArrangements by Ballard Family Mortuary-Hilo. Donations can be mailed to:Casey KaliloaATTN: Major JelsmaPahoa Police Department15-2615 Keaau-Pahoa Rd, Pahoa, HI 96778... http://bigislandnow.com/2018/07/29/obituary-notices-week-of-july-29-2018/

Urbandale: Where business is blooming and helping one another is the way the neighborhood grows - south west michigan

Like Hodge, Bachman was born and raised in Battle Creek. After high school, he planned to pursue a career as a physician and attended the University of Colorado, but a Chemistry class did him in and his father suggested a focus on Elementary Education. He taught school and worked at funeral homes in Colorado before in 1975 to work on and earn a Mortuary Science degree.Five years later he moved back to Battle Creek and joined his dad in the family business. “Coming back, you know a lot of people, having grown up in the area. I was making a lot of nice contacts with people in Colorado,” Bachman says, “but getting back in touch with all of the people I knew -- like the different babysitters that my folks had for my sister and I -- was special because they trusted us and we’ve taken care of them.”The funeral home owned by Bachman’s father relocated to Urbandale from downtown Battle Creek in 1988 after the city wanted to build the Cereal City Museum on the corner of West Michigan Avenue and Carlisle Street. That gave Bachman and his family the opportunity to relocate to a 375-acre space in Urbandale that has proven to be the right place for them and their business.“It’s a peaceful neighborhood in a residential area and we had green grass and birds and rabbits,” Bachman says. “It felt like you were in an area where if people looked outside it could distract them which is important because they are here under difficult circumstances.”That trust has gone beyond customers to other Urbandale business owners who Bachman has formed deep connections and friendships with over the years. This has led to collaborations designed to both benefit the neighborhood’s profile and elevate it.Churches, restaurants, and businesses, including Plumeria, have banded together on efforts like a sweater drive organized by Bachman, the Fall Festival, and an annual Pancake Supper. Longtime Urbandale resident Patricia Graw, who is a self-described cheerleader and one-woman Welcome Wagon, says there was a great turnout this year for the Fall Festival that included a number of people from outside of Urbandale. A fourth-generation Urbandale resident, Graw says the neighborhood is fortunate to have established businesses because they serve as examples of what is possible for newer entrepreneurs like Hodge.“It makes me feel very excited and hopeful because Urbandale has lost its share of businesses over the years, but as soon as I saw that Elisha had opened her business I went in and told her about our Neighborhood Planning Council and welcomed her,” Graw says. “We have empty buildings, but there’s a lot of talk about new businesses coming in. We’re never going to be like Lakeview, but I think we’ll get it back.”Bachman, who is a member of Urbandale’s Neighborhood Planning Council, says he thinks a lot of bus... http://www.secondwavemedia.com/southwest-michigan/features/Urbandale-Where-business-is-blooming-and-helping-one-another-is-the-way-neighborhood-grows1213.aspx

Lafayette Florist introduces Make Your Own Bouquet for Bridal Parties - Press Release - Digital Journal

One of the leading florists in Lafayette offers help in hosting a memorable wedding party for bridesmaids.Lafayette, Colorado - February 11, 2019 - Lafayette Florist Gift Shop & Garden Center recently introduced their Make Your Own Bouquet Party, exclusively meant for bridesmaids. As the name suggests, bridesmaids get the liberty of choosing flowers that they want in their bouquets together.Brides select an assortment of flowers in colors that they like. They then bring their bridesmaids to the Lafayette florist gift shop and have a fun get together, one or two days before the wedding. Bridesmaids can choose the flowers they want to be added in their bouquets.A spokesperson for the company explained, “We are delighted to offer a memorable experience for brides and bridesmaids with our Make Your Own Bouquet Party. We let people customize their bouquets with their favorite flowers. We are sure the bridesmaids will love this floral-themed party. Friends can chat, compare and de-stress as they have fun together at the shop. It’s a way for the bridal party to relax and get to know each oth... http://www.digitaljournal.com/pr/4151727

Floral Nightmare: A warning about a website to stay away from - KRDO

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. - A special warning for those romantic online shoppers: a site called "Troy's Florist" is reportedly scamming victims across Southern Colorado.The company, which has been active for four years, is accused of stealing thousands from consumers nationwide, according to the Better Business Bureau.If you're in the market for a special gift and you're looking online, it's easy to come across scam sites by doing a simple Google search.Troy's Florist is a perfect example of one that looks completely legitimate.  It has pictures, prices, and the promise of a quick booking.Rubisel Carranza from Colorado Springs used the site to buy his wife, Judith, two beautiful bouquets for their anniversary. "I got a receipt, but days later nothing ... no flowers," Carranza said, who filed several complaints on the website.It turns out, he's not alone. There are multiple sites with hundreds of complaints from different consumers who paid for flowers, but got nothing in return.Our team sat down with the Better Business Bureau of Southern Colorado CEO Jonathan Liebert, who explained the company has an 'F' rating with their site. ... https://www.krdo.com/news/colorado-springs/floral-nightmare-a-warning-about-a-website-to-stay-away-from/1040065847