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Sad to see her forced to move, Berkeley community steps in to build flower shop owner a new space - Berkeleyside

The community is against this,” said da Silva, who immigrated from Brazil in 1995. “But I have the community. I have the love.”That’s one signal she’s received loud and clear. The Albany resident has been a neighborhood institution since opening the shop in 2002. She’s also the sole caretaker of husband Roy Bleiweiss, a former publishing attorney who has Alzheimer’s. As he has grown sicker, da Silva has found it increasingly difficult to care for him and work enough in the store to afford the rent.Da Silva is moving into a much smaller space. Which is OK, because it’s a gift.Todd Jersey is a Berkeley architect who heard da Silva was closing her doors, looked down Gilman Street, and came up with an idea. A block east, under the elevated BART tracks and across the street, sat the burned-out husk of a former kiosk, at Gilman, Santa Fe and Masonic. It was destroyed by fire in the early 2000s.Jersey went to work Sunday refurbishing the kiosk with two friends, while da Silva hurried to get out of her space up the street. The goal – for which they’re looking for additional volunteers – is to spend the next five Saturdays rebuilding the 120-square-feet kiosk into a place where da Silva can continue her business.Jersey not only has the blessing of the property owner to refurbish the kiosk. He also got him to waive da Silva’s rent for two years, so she can get back on her feet.Todd Jersey (standing) and Chris Delphey building a new kiosk for Ana Flowers and Gifts. Photo: Tony Hicks“This was Heidi’s Flowers,” said Jersey about the previous tenant as he took a break from stripping charred wood and wiping off years-old black ash from his hands and forearms. “She was Persian. Urban myth says someone firebombed it after 9/11. When Ana had to leave, I thought ‘Why don’t we redo the shed?’ (Owner Robert Kelso) gave her two years of free rent. That’s Berkeley. There’s no rapacious developer involved.”Sunday’s work crew was three strong, which they hope will increase. A question about the structure’s size drew quizzical looks.“I don’t know,” said Jersey, grabbing a tape measure. “Let’s find out.”The verdict was about 120-square feet, which may or may not require city involvement, according to an... https://www.berkeleyside.com/2019/04/03/sad-to-see-her-move-berkeley-community-steps-in-to-build-flower-shop-owner-a-new-space

Richmond gets a new florist: Juanita's Flower Shop - KGO-TV

Seasonal varieties are always on offer, as well. (Check out the full selection here.) For delivery, the shop serves Richmond, Albany, San Pablo, Pinole, Oakland and beyond. Juanita's Flower Shop has garnered rave reviews thus far, with a five-star rating out of four reviews on Yelp. Alejandro L., who was among the first Yelpers to review the new spot on Feb. 10, wrote, "Juanita's Flower Shop created a great flower arrangement that I LOVED! Since the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed, and the freshness of the flowers made them last." Yelper Yolotzin M. added, "I went a couple of days ago to get flowers for my mom, and she absolutely loved them. The store owner is so sweet, and she was so patient with me when I couldn't make up my mind." Intrigued? Stop in to try it for yourself. Juanita's Flower Shop is open from 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. on weekdays and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday. (It's closed on Sunday.) --- This story was created automatically using local business data, then reviewed and augmented by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback. https://abc7news.com/food/richmond-gets-a-new-florist-juanitas-flower-shop/5145376/

Aces of Trades – Griffin’s Floral Design - The Newark Advocate

But he added, “I wouldn’t have it any other way.”  He and co-owner wife, Sarah, oversee four locations: Pataskala, Newark, New Albany, and a wedding studio in downtown Columbus.  “Relationship building is my true passion, always has been,” Griffin said. “I love to talk, unfortunately sometimes to a fault. I love having the freedom to meet new people, businesses and organizations. I love technology and learning how to incorporate it into our business. And I love event, party and wedding work, from big and showy to small and simple.” “Russ and I,” Sarah added, “have been fortunate to be able to work where God has led us. We like the flexibility that ownership gives us. We also have the sole responsibility of whether we ‘make it or not.’ We both like that challenge.”  “Becoming a florist has been very rewarding,” her husband agreed. “I wouldn’t change a thing, even after all these years.” “It’s funny,” he thought aloud, “that you often end up where you start.” For more Griffin’s Floral Design corporate store is located at 378 S. Main Street in Pataskala. For more information, call 740-927-6088 or log on www.griffinsfloraldesigns.com. Aces of Trades is a weekly series focusing on people and their jobs – whether they’re unusual jobs, fun jobs or people who take ordinary jobs and make them extraordinary. If you have a suggestion for a future profile, let us know at advocate@newarkadvocate.com or 740-328-8821. https://www.newarkadvocate.com/story/news/local/2018/11/05/aces-trades-griffins-floral-design/1699460002/

Best of Brooklyn: Florists start beautification campaign using recycled flowers - News 12 Brooklyn

New York City subways and bus stops with floral arrangements as part of a beautification campaign.Freidel Levin and Chani Frankel have owned the Mimulo Floral & Event Design shop on Albany Avenue for 11 years, but only recently started decorating subways and bus stops.  The two were thinking of ideas on how they could recycle flowers left over from events and that's when they say they began decorating.On Tuesday, they decorated the bus stop on the corner of Rogers and St. Johns Place, near the bus stop.They say it's a way to recycle flowers, but also a way to help brighten up the mood of New Yorkers and commuters."Every person who takes the train or takes the bus is faced with so much frustration," Levin says. " To come out of the subway or to get off of a bus and to be greeted with nice flowers is just kind of a lift up."Both Levin and Frankel admit they have not contacted the MTA or the DOT to see what officials think of the flower campaign. http://brooklyn.news12.com/story/38465447/best-of-brooklyn-florists-start-beautification-campaign-using-recycled-flowers

Sang, Cuffe rule Bridge of Flowers

Cuffe said of keeping Rees in her sights.Semehar Tesfaye of West Roxbury, the 2016 champion, finished third in the women’s race with a time of 30:18. Karen Bertasso of Albany, N.Y. was fourth in 30:31, and Mohawk Trail star and Plainfield resident Meghan Davis was the fifth-fastest woman across the tape in 30:55.The weather cooperated for the 3K Charity Race and 8K Classic, as rain held off and the overcast morning made for comfortable, mid-August temperatures. The traditional charm of the race was evident throughout the course, with bagpipers, drummers and fans lining the streets and trails of Shelburne Falls to the delight of the over 800 runners combined between the two fields.“I love the history of Massachusetts races,” explained Leibold. “Old, long-standing races like this one, the community can get behind it and come out and support every year no matter who is running. That’s the great thing about it, it’s really an event that gets people coming back every year.”Locals ruled the Steve Lewis Subaru Charity 3K Run and Walk, with Buckland’s Bryan Dole finishing first overall in 10:24. Jacob Hughes of Shelburne Falls was the runner-up in 10:31, while Toby Hughes was fifth overall in 11:40. Amherst’s Cortney Berling was the first woman across, as she was third overall in 10:54. Leyden’s Kate Ashley was next in fourth place as the second woman across in 11:34.In the 8K Classic, Greenfield’s Aaron Stone was the top area finisher behind Smith as he crossed 31st overall in 30:10. Shelburne’s John Herron finished 36th (30:33), with Davis’ showing making her the top area woman and fourth-fastest Franklin County finisher overall. Shelburne Falls’ Jeremiah Jones was 40th in 31:01, and Shutesbury’s Andy Reagan joined him in the top 50 thanks to a 49th place performance in 32:09. https://www.recorder.com/Bridge-of-Flowers-19415790

Pumas duo score 22 points in victory over Flowers in Summer Madness play - The Prince George's Sentinel

Basketball League action between CH Flowers HS and Wise HS in Largo, Maryland. Photos by Chris Thompkins/Prince Georges SentinelAccording to the transfer, he already has two scholarship offers from Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) and Rhode Island University with other schools expressing interest. However, Thomas said he does not allow it to get to his head and is focused on finding ways to get to bond his new teammates.“I just like to play,” said Thomas. “But I try to find a way to bond with the team off the court, like we got group chats, FaceTime each other, and we play video games together. Just the little things like that help. I like my teammates and my coaching staff, they let me hoop and that’s all I really have to do.”The second half featured much of the same rhythm with Wise taking charge. Frager continued to orchestrate the offense, pushing the ball in transition for easy buckets and made big defensive plays of his end.Meanwhile, Flowers attempted a comeback but Brooks could not convert many of his shots during the second half. Jase Mosley, a rising sophomore for the Jaguars, tried to carry the load with two 3-pointers late in the contest, finishing with 10 points.Unfortunately, the Pumas’ lead was too much for their 4A rivals to handle during their summer league encounter.After finishing their first season with Head Coach Lou Wilson with 17 wins, the Pumas will be looking to surpass their third round exit in the state playoffs and become a contender in the 4A division.“I think we have the potential to be a real solid ball club,” said DeBerry. “I think a lot is going to depend on how we progress from this point going forward. The season is a long way ahead, a lot of things can happen, good or bad but I like where we are right now as a team.” Post Views: 264 ... https://pgs.thesentinel.com/2019/06/19/pumas-duo-score-22-points-in-victory-over-flowers-in-summer-madness-play/

Please don't forget the reasons for Decoration Day and Memorial Day - Kingsport Times News

Popie eventually shared. These cemetery photo shoots were a great curiosity to my former co-worker Jo Ellen Werking Weedman. Especially since we continue to take them. Jo Ellen was from Indiana. Maybe they don’t do things our way up there.The cemetery visit (with photos) and perhaps going to church, are about the only part of “Decoration” that continue unchanged for some of us who are left. The meal has evolved over the years. After Popie passed, we moved the meal to the home of my aunt and uncle, Venus (Wallen) and Carson Lawson. But age made it more and more difficult for some to attend. For others, it was life and careers elsewhere. In recent years the picnic is on Saturday here in Kingsport, at Eastman Cabins. We’re planning that again this year. Last year a lot of us ventured out that evening to the Carter Fold. It was Mom’s first visit. It was also her first visit as the last survivor of her ten siblings. Aunt Mary (Wallen Roller) went to heaven just a couple of months prior. In honor of her first visit, the band dedicated a song to Mom. We all had a great time. Some of us plan to go back to the fold next Saturday night.“Decoration” at Flower Gap Cemetery usually falls the same weekend as Memorial Day, the federal holiday for remembering veterans who died in service. But not always. The church’s annual memorial service (for members who have passed) is always the Sunday after the fourth Saturday in May. So it doesn’t always fall on Memorial Day weekend. If my calculations are correct, in 2021 Memorial Day — always the last Monday in May — will be May 31. But the fourth Saturday that year will be May 22, making Flower Gap’s memorial service Sunday May 23. Other churches and/or cemeteries have their own memorial services and decoration days. Many are in May and June. But others are in other seasons.It was these types of events which preceded Memorial Day, according to multiple sources. Memorial Day is a week from tomorrow. For many, this national holiday creates a three-day weekend that is the unofficial start of summer fun. But as I’ve covered Memorial Day ceremonies over the years, I’ve often heard U.S. military veterans remind crowds that Memorial Day is a solemn day of remembrance .... It’s not about cookouts and boating. It is to honor and remember those American soldiers who died while serving their country.According to multiple sources, Memorial Day grew out of Decoration Day in the 1860s shortly after the Civil War, as communities held ceremonies to honor the war dead and place flowers on their graves. By 1900, May 30 was recognized as Memorial Day by state legislatures across the nation. After World War, I the day was expanded to honor those who have died in all American wars. In 1968, Congress declared the last Monday in May as Memorial Day.So next weekend have fun, but don’t forget the true meaning of Memorial Day. And when it’s “Decoration” where your people are buried, go visit and take a few stick flowers (and don’t forget your camera). In any case, Saturday night is always a good time to go to the Fold.J.H. Osborne covers Sullivan County government for the Times News. Email him at [email protected]... https://www.timesnews.net/Blog/2019/05/19/Please-don-t-forget-the-reasons-for-Decoration-Day-and-Memorial-Day.html?ci=stream&lp=8&p=1

Man Says Indianapolis Florist Denied Him Service Over Gay Marriage - Newsweek

A man is claiming a floral shop in Indiana refused to help him find flowers for his wedding after the store discovered he was marrying a man.David Elliott told WRTV that he went to Avon Florist in Avon, Indianapolis, on Thursday to order flowers for his upcoming nuptials. Elliott said he was having a normal conversation about the wedding with the owner until he mentioned that he needed two boutonnieres, one for him and one for his partner. "She said, 'What do you need?' I said, 'I need two boutonnieres.' She then said, 'What does the bride need?' I said, 'Well, there is no bride.' And then she said, 'Well then I'm going on vacation and I can't help you.' I then said, 'Okay,' and I walked out," Elliott told the news station. Avon Florist in Avon, Indianapolis. A man claims he was denied help for his wedding from the florist on Thursday because he is marrying a man. Google Maps/Screenshot Elliott told Newsweek that the manager's demeanor changed after he mentioned his partner, who he has known since he was 18... https://www.newsweek.com/man-denied-service-florist-gay-marriage-1040569

Three join Cancer Services board | Thestar | kpcnews.com - KPCnews.com

FORT WAYNE — Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana has announced that Laura Lefever, Marc Leveridge and Wesley Russell have joined its board of directors.Lefever is a community volunteer who previously served on Cancer Services’ board from 2011-2016.Leveridge retired after 19 years as the chief financial officer of Sweetwater Sound. He has been serving on the Cancer Services Finance Committee for the past year.Russell is a physician and radiation oncologist at Radiation Oncology Associates. He has been practicing in the community for five years.The three join current board members John Bloom, Brad Bertsch, Don Bender, Cory Swagger, Denise Anderson, Diane Calinski, Deb Durnell, Dave Fee, Daryl Flowers, Tom Horton, Julie Nill, Margaret Rodenbeck, William Schroeder, William Seidel, Sharon Simmons and Ed Souers.Continuing to serve as officers for 2019 are Bloom as chairperson, Bertsch as vice chairperson, Bender as treasurer and Swagger as secretary.Cancer Services’ mission is to enhance the quality of life of those aff... https://www.kpcnews.com/thestar/article_327749fd-202f-5a4f-8d58-f2a8884262ed.html