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N.J. communities mourn those lost to COVID-19 with flowers and memories - NJ.com
Wednesday, March 31, 2021Perez. “There had to be 100-something people.”In Union, mourners gathered at Anthony E. Russo Park, where officials like Sen. Joseph Cryan, D-Union, made remarks about those who died.Nationally, Arizona Rep. Greg Stanton (D) introduced a bill to make March 1 the national COVID–19 Victims and Survivors Memorial Day.“This week, Americans mourned half a million lives lost to the coronavirus—half a million family members, friends, neighbors and coworkers—and their absence in our communities is difficult to comprehend,” Stanton said in a press release Thursday. “Commemorating this Memorial Day is an important marker for all those affected by this pandemic. Long after our nation moves beyond this most grim episode, we will need to collectively recognize all those we lost and the aftershocks of what we experienced.”On March 1, mourners gathered at five locations across New Jersey to memorialize those lost to COVID-19.Courtesy of Amanda EliscaThank you for relying on us to provide the journalism you can trust. Please consider supporting NJ.com with a voluntary subscription.Rodrigo Torrejon may be reached at rtorrejon@njadvancemedia.com. Follow him on Twitter @rodrigotorrejon. https://www.nj.com/coronavirus/2021/03/nj-communities-mourn-those-lost-to-covid-19-with-flowers-and-memories.html
Local flower shop shares story of surviving the pandemic on Small Business Saturday - ABC15 Arizona
Wednesday, December 02, 2020So I will do everything in my power to make sure that they are taken care of in return," said Williams.According to the Small Business Administration, there are over 550,000 small businesses in Arizona. There is an estimated 15% who have closed their doors for good."Stop by support a local business it's gonna make a world of difference... for someone's livelihood... We are not corporate America here," adds Williams. "I wanna make sure that my customers are happy- and they leave this shop and they have a beautiful arrangement."... https://www.abc15.com/news/region-southeast-valley/chandler/local-flower-shop-shares-story-of-surviving-the-pandemic-on-this-small-business-saturday
5 Best Florists in Phoenix?? - Kev's Best
Wednesday, October 28, 2020Phoenix’s Best Florists:The top rated Florists in Phoenix are:Camelback Flowershop – a haven for minimalists with their unique productsArizona Florist – aims to convey the sincere message of the flower senderCactus Flower Florists – managed by the siblings armed with floral arrangement experienceMcDonald Floral And Gifts, Inc. – personalized designs with additional flairPayne & Morrison Florists Inc – cherishes client moments where they took part inCamelback FlowershopCamelback Flowershop is a modernized and continuously evolving gift store. Its primary products are flowers, of different shades, hues, and fragrances. A distinct offering of the shop is their gift ideas selections. It is a haven for minimalists with its German watering cans made up of copper, brass, and enamel. Luxury pieces are sold here too in the form of candles and garden shears. To add sincerity and value to greeting cards they introduce a letterpressed variety. Locally made edibles are present such as mole glazed pecans, cookies, and dark chocolates.Products/Services:Weddings & Events, Home & Gifts, Desert Wind, Moon ValleyLOCATION:Address: 4214 E Indian School Rd #101, Phoenix, AZ 85018Phone: (602) 840-4646Website: www.camelbackflowershop.comREVIEWS:“Awesome flower shop! I was not mistaken about choosing this place for my... https://kevsbest.com/best-florists-in-phoenix/
Local flower shop blooms on Fourth Ave - Arizona Daily Wildcat
Monday, August 24, 2020Schultz said.RELATED: Extracurriculars across campus: Involvement and opportunityDesiree Padilla, a floral designer at the shop and University of Arizona freshman studying molecular cellular biology, agrees with Schultz.“Our shop is a novelty, so everything we do, we have a say in what goes out. It's really like a tiny community. So it's different from the other shops that I've worked at before,” Padilla said.The Flower Shop on 4th Avenue works closely with local businesses and organizations on Fourth Avenue and Downtown Tucson, such as Johnny Gibson’s Downtown Market, HighWire Lounge and the Tucson Museum of Art, according to the shop’s website.“So every partnership we have, we have a personal relationship with the people. A lot of the places are restaurants and stuff that belong to our friends or our work colleagues,” Velasquez said.Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Flower Shop on 4th Avenue hosted classes and events at their shop, some of the events included flower crown making, art to flower classes and field trips from local schools, according to its website.“We partner up with local breweries and we have a really tight-knit community over here. It's basically a seasonal thing. So, if it's fall, we make those dry flowers or we make flower crowns and that one's really popular,” Velasquez said. “And it's, you know, all walks of life that show up and then they get their favorite beer or wine from the bar. It's like a field trip for grownups.”During the pandemic, the Flower Shop on 4th Avenue hopes to create events that can be held virtually but are still in the process of coming up with ideas, according to Velasquez.“I would love to do something virtually. It would have to be really, really engaging for everybody because you can see a million tutorials on YouTube and like we're really hands-on,” Velasquez said.Many local businesses have been deeply affected by the pandemic, but business for the Flower Shop on 4th Avenue continues to grow, adding more floral options on their website, despite the economic downturn, according to Velasquez.“We kind of adjusted to just going with the flow on everything and we’re putting different stuff on the website and we're busy and we're happy, but we're also very realistic,” Velasquez said.RELATED: Keeping your mental health and wellness during the pandemic and quarantineThe Flower Shop on 4th Avenue looks forward to the future of creating beautiful arrangements for various events in Tucson, according to Velasquez.“It's a lot bigger than it looks, what we have going on and what we can do. It's not just ordering a dozen roses for somebody, it's also weddings and big galas for local foundations in our town,” Velasquez said. “We also decorate retirement communities and private houses for Christmas. It's like we do everything.”Velasquez wants to remind Tucson that the Flower Shop on 4th Avenue is here and ready to serve the community for any of its floral needs.“Come and say hi and pick something up, you know, you don't have to spend an arm and a leg, but you can come and get something for your kitchen sink or something that's on your bedside table when you wake up,” Velasquez said. “Just a little happiness. This makes ... https://www.wildcat.arizona.edu/article/2020/08/a-atc-plants
These metro Phoenix florists offer no-contact flower delivery for Mother's Day 2020 - AZCentral
Monday, April 27, 2020Nicole LuddenArizona RepublicPublished 9:00 AM EDT Apr 26, 2020Time tends to slip away when you're stuck at home all day, so here's your reminder: Mother's Day is May 10.While going out to brunch or having a spa day is off the table due to the new coronavirus, you can still get that special lady in your life a thoughtful gift while keeping a safe distance.Although many florists are closed to walk-in business, several flower shops throughout the Valley are offering no-contact deliveries of floral arrangements straight to Mom's door.Many arrangements will depend on the availability of flowers, as some wholesale flower growers that local shops depend on have shut their doors during the coronavirus pandemic.Local florists have persisted through this unique challenge, and are offering an abundance of options to bridge the physical gap between mothers and their loved ones with a wide assortment of blossoming, handmade arrangements. Arizona Flower ShopThis Sco... https://www.azcentral.com/story/entertainment/life/2020/04/26/mothers-day-2020-gifts-local-florists-delivery-phoenix-tempe-coronavirus/3003808001/