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July events include magic, Zingerman's Roadhouse cooking demo at Ann Arbor Farmers Market - WDIV ClickOnDetroit

ANN ARBOR - The Ann Arbor Farmers Market is celebrating 100 years this year, so it is going big when it comes to family-friendly events this season. From the "Market Kids, Come Play!" children's series to a cooking demonstration with a local chef, here is this month's schedule at the Kerrytown market: July 6, 20 and 27 From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. during these Saturday markets, experience magic with Alexander the Magician. The award-winning entertainer has over 20 years of experience wowing crowds with his tricks.  Show times: 10 a.m., 11 a.m. and noonJuly 13 Staff from the University of Michigan Museum of Natural History will be on site with educational activities that will aim to promote an understanding and appreciation of the natural world. ?  Like what you're reading? Sign up for our email newsletter here! July ... https://www.clickondetroit.com/all-about-ann-arbor/events/july-events-include-magic-zingermans-roadhouse-cooking-demo-at-ann-arbor-farmers-market

Thousands of peonies blooming at the University of Michigan

ANN ARBOR, MI - A fantastic display of colors from more than 10,000 blooms of flowers has returned to the University of Michigan's Nichols Arboretum.Bloom season in underway, as the Arb's peony garden celebrates its 96th year of providing a sea of pink, white and red flowers to thousands of visitors. The garden is the largest collection of heirloom peonies in North America.The plants are arranged in 27 beds, with each full bed containing dozens of peonies. The garden holds nearly 800 peonies when filled to capacity. The peonies are expected to be in bloom until mid-June at Nichols Arboretum, which is located at 1610 Washington Heights, Ann Arbor.The garden features peonies from the extensive collection of UM alumnus W.E. Upjohn, founder of the Upjohn Company in Kalamazoo, as well as selections from nationally recognized experts. Adding to the peony garden display are classic tree peonies from Asia, Europe and America. Tree peonies bloom two to three weeks earlier than herbaceous p... http://www.mlive.com/news/ann-arbor/index.ssf/2018/05/thousands_of_peonies_in_bloom.html

Florists Leave Omaha With Renewed Energy, Actionable Tips - PerishableNews (press release)

Blast in Omaha, sponsored by the Bill Doran Company, offered detailed advice on design, finance, technology and sales: Fourth-generation florist Laura Daluga, AIFD, of The Department of Floristry in Ann Arbor, Michigan, shared enchanting designs that maximize negative space and thoughtful ways to appeal to consumers' emotions in "Exceeding the Demands of Today's Gift Givers," a presentation sponsored by Smithers-Oasis. Paul Goodman, CPA, MBA, PFCI, author of "The Profit Minded Florist" and a Floral Management columnist, offered tips to increase efficiency in "A Roadmap for Profitable Deliveries." In "Driving Local Orders to Your Shop," Rakini Chinery, AAF, AzMF, owner of Allan's Flowers in Prescott, Arizona, explained ways to increase online visibility. Sales and customer service guru Tim Huckabee, the founder of Floral Strategies, broke down bad habits that drag sales numbers and simple tweaks to reverse them in "Smart Selling LIVE." (Check out Huckabee's latest Smart Selling column in Floral Management.) "If Profit Blast comes within 300 or so miles of your shop, go! It is more than worth the drive," said Renee Polreis, AIFD, manager of Nepstad's Flowers in Mitchell, South Dakota, who traveled more than 500 miles round-trip to Omaha. "The information you get at this event will help you run your everyday business on the next level." SAF's 1-Day Profit Blast is gearing up for three other dates in 2018. Check safnow.org/1-day-profit-blast to see if the can't miss event — packed with design, sales, technology and management education, along with a Supplier Showcase — is coming to a city near you!  ### About SAF  The Society of American Florists is the leading organization representing all segments of the floral industry. SAF is proud to provide marketing, business and government services to its members, including growers, wholesalers, retailers, suppliers, importers, educators, designers and allied organizations. The association was chartered by an act of Congress in 1884. To learn more about SAF or to join, visit safnow.org. Source: The Society of American Florists ... http://www.perishablenews.com/index.php?article%3D0065493

The Flower Bar: flowers, coffee, pastries and more - Hometownlife.com

It's ever-evolving. We want to be a destination — let's stop by and see what they are doing today," Brett Huey said. "We see mostly South Lyon customers, people on their way to Ann Arbor. We get so many cars here that have to stop at the four-way stop (intersection). On the weekends, they say they went by, but were running late."The building also doesn't accommodate a drive-through window, which many coffee-related shops rely on. "We can't have a drive-through, but we want to have people come in so that we can get to know their tastes," Laura Huey said. "Right now, we've just been trying to get the word out that we're open."img itemprop="url" src="https://www.gannett-cdn.com/-mm-/abc24fbd7747a50af62bd39601855788dddef857/c=5-0-4027-3024&r=x408&c=540x405/local/-/media/2017/12/01/MIGroup/Livonia/636477413362792811-SLh.flower-bar-3-2-.JPG" alt="Fresh-cut flowers, even some kale, are offered at the" width="540" heig... http://www.hometownlife.com/story/money/business/2017/12/05/flower-bar-flowers-coffee-pastries-and-more/913897001/

Ann Arbor-area flower growers band together to form Michigan's first flower co-op - Concentrate

As the consumer trend toward buying local flourishes, a new wholesale flower co-op in Ann Arbor is aiming to expand that idea to include locally-grown flowers. A group of 11 local flower growers banded together to create the Michigan Flower Growers' Cooperative, the only flower co-op in Michigan. Members host a wholesale market on Wednesdays for area florists and designers who would like to support local Michigan flower growers.  They launched their new co-op in July at Passionflower, a studio florist shop owned by Susan McLeary at 2401 S. Industrial Highway in Ann Arbor. The three co-owners of the co-op are all farmers from the Ann Arbor area: Alex Cacciari of Seeley Farm, Trilby Becker of Sunseed Farm, and Amanda Maurmann of Gnome Grown Flower Farm. Maurmann also serves as market manager. "We're lagging a little behind the local food movement, but it's the same intention," Maurmann says.  Maurmann says she hopes the co-op will inspire Ann Arbor-area consumers to consider the source of their flowers as they are increasingly doing with meat, egg... http://www.secondwavemedia.com/concentrate/innovationnews/flowercoop0427.aspx

Teleflora Recognizes Michael Kraft of Nanz & Kraft Florists as the 2019 Tom Butler “Floral Retailer of The Year” - PerishableNews

SAF’s Hall of Fame Award and Paul Ecke,Jr. Award; Florida State Florists’ Association Hall of Fame Award andLifetime Achievement Award and Place in the Sun Award; Michigan State Florists’Association Award of National Industry Service; Michigan Floral Foundation Hall ofFame Award; Arkansas State Florists’ Association Distinguished Service Award and Oklahoma StateFlorists’ Hall of Fame. Tom passed away in August 2014, after a battle withcancer. Many who knew Tom considered him to be the “Chief Champion of Florists”– always there when they needed him, always understanding their issues andconcerns, and always representing their cause. Say everything and share your “Love OutLoud®” with the gift of Teleflora® flowers— all made by hand and deliveredby hand by your local florist. By tapping over 10,000 member florists in NorthAmerica alone, Teleflora offers the kind of personal touches, artistry andexpertise you expect from a trusted neighborhood florist—even if thatneighborhood is across the country. No prepackaged flowers in nondescript boxesdropped on your doorstep—Teleflora’s network of professional florists createsartistic arrangements personally delivered in a vase, often on the same day.Teleflora makes every day an occasion with a two-in-one gift that includes amultipurpose keepsake container for long-lasting enjoyment. Follow Teleflora onFacebook and tag your own #LoveOutLoud moment. ... https://www.perishablenews.com/floral/teleflora-recognizes-michael-kraft-of-nanz-kraft-florists-as-the-2019-tom-butler-floral-retailer-of-the-year/

Fleurotica: Inspiration—and Education—Bloom in Chicago With a Floral-Fueled Fashion Show - The Root

Via email, she shared with The Glow Up how her early education—and inspiration from Fleurotica—fueled her professional career.“I [used] to dream about being in the show when I graduated [from Michigan State University, where she majored in horticulture],” Kee recalled, noting that she’d finally gotten the opportunity to participate as a solo artist in 2017. “I love the creativity! I love the idea of individuals creating garments completely out of flowers to rip the runway for a good cause. The show brings me life, a break from the madness of my world, and it inspires me to keep creating!”Advertisementdiv class="kinja-slideshow sc-81stkc-17 iEAPoj" data-slides="[{"type":"Image","id":"ydaa1175n1hjpym704un","format":"Jpg","width":3000,"height":2000,"alignment":"Bleed","lightbox":true,"caption":[],"attribution":[{"label":"Photo","credit":[{"type":"Text","value":"Brian Kinyon Photography","styles":[]}],"source":[]}],"syndicationRights":false,"altText":null},{"type":"Image","id":"qhvke9obg8mkercm9tvo","format":"Jpg","width":2000,"height":3000,"alignment":"Bleed","lightbox":true,"caption":[],"attribution":[{"label":"Photo","credit":[{"type":"Text","value":"Brian Kinyon Photography","styles":[]}],"source":[]}],"syndicationRights":false,"altText":null},{"type":"Image","id":"f3fcd9d6pgecl8vymoav","format":"Jpg","width":2000,"height":3000,"alignment":"Bleed","lightbox":true,"caption":[],"attribution":[{"label":"Photo","credit":[{"type":"Text","value":"Brian Kinyon Photography","styles":[]}],"source":[]}],"syndicationRights":false,"altText":null},{"type":"Image","id":"bfpm4jbvrpf3rqtyqwic","format":"Jpg","width":2000,"height":3000,"alignment":"Bleed","lightbox":true,"caption":[],"attribution":[{"label":"Photo","credit":[{"type":"Text","value":"Brian Kinyon Photography","styles":[]}],"source":[]}],"syndicationRights":fal... https://theglowup.theroot.com/fleurotica-inspiration-and-education-bloom-in-chicago-1839234250

Pumpkin power: How to bring some pop to your fall decor - The Detroit News

Neutral fall decor And who says fall decor or arrangements have to be orange at all? They don’t, says West Michigan design blogger and author Liz Marie Galvan. Galvan, who lives on a farm with her husband and baby son, has a home decor and vintage store near Grand Rapids called The Found Cottage. She  says fall decor can also be done in neutrals. “It can be whatever fits your style,” wrote Galvan in a post on her popular blog, lizmarieblog.com. https://www.detroitnews.com/story/life/home-garden/2019/10/17/fall-decor-and-arrangements-pumpkins/3910822002/

Fleurs de Villes' Floral Couture Launches at 900 North Michigan Shops Featuring Chicago's Top Luxury Florists - PerishableNews

CHICAGO, USA – ?Stop and smell the roses at ?Fleurs de Villes?’ Floral Couture Installation 900 North Michigan Shops, as it makes its first appearance in Chicago from September 25-29, 2019. The unique, five-day exhibition is Fleurs de Villes’ signature event, blending luxury floral couture and fresh blooms with bespoke floral-dressed mannequins and fresh flower market stalls daily from September 26-29. Fifteen of Chicago’s leading florists, including HMRDesigns, Kehoe Designs, The Revel Group, Flowers for Dreams, Flower Firm, FloraChicago, Fleurs Chicago and more will be paired with world-class brands todesign stunning displays from fresh flowers. The five-day extravaganza kicksoff on Wednesday, September 25 when the finished mannequins, each clothed in aone-of-a-kind design made up of hundreds of fresh blooms, will be exhibited at900 North Michigan Shops until Sunday, September 29.  Called ‘Floral Disruptors’ with their last show atCovent Garden London, with over 100,000 seeing the show last October, Fleurs deVilles presents floral art in a unique way. On the heels of internation... https://www.perishablenews.com/floral/fleurs-de-villes-floral-couture-launches-at-900-north-michigan-shops-featuring-chicagos-top-luxury-florists/