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Perfect storm for florists: Valentine's Day amid big snowfall lead to bouquet bust - Washington Post

We don’t make money unless the trucks are moving,” Callahan said, chipping away at the frozen wall surrounding the delivery van parked next to Bethesda Florist.A Valentine’s Day banner flapped in the wind on the store’s awning. “Send Your Love,” it said. Callahan shoveled. “Normally, on [February] 13th, there’d be 15 vehicles lined up out here,” he said. “It’d be mayhem on the street. But look at it.”Nobody was there. Nobody was moving. The great Cupid crisis of 2014 was underway. “Not ideal,” Callahan said.His family’s shop and florists across the snowed-in Washington region were facing the cut-flower equivalent of the perfect storm: major snowfall the day before Valentine’s Day. Americans are expected to spend nearly $2 billion saying it with flowers during the holiday this year, according to a National Retail Federation survey. It’s one of the industry’s three biggest sales periods, along with Mother’s Day and the December holidays, according to the Society of American Florists in Alexandria.Flower shops are always humming around Valentine’s Day — except when they aren’t: On Thursday, two-thirds of Bethesda Florist’s employees were at home. The delivery fleet was grounded. The phones were ringing only s... https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/perfect-storm-for-florists-valentines-day-amid-big-snowfall-lead-to-bouquet-bust/2014/02/13/ac70a220-94f1-11e3-83b9-1f024193bb84_story.html

Community deaths - Washington Post

Dorothy Gerber, 78, a singer with the Choral Arts Society of Washington and a teacher from 1978 to 2000 with the Montessori Country School in Herndon, Va., died May 16 at a hospital in Bethesda, Md. The cause was congestive heart failure, said a daughter, Amy Gerber-Stroh. Mrs. Gerber, a resident of Reston, Va., was born Dorothy Gould in Boston and grew up in Long Branch, N.J. With the Choral Arts Society, she sang in performances with the National Symphony Orchestra in Washington and at venues in Moscow, Paris and Spoleto, Italy.Helene Au, volunteer, property managerHelene Au, 105, who managed inherited property on Capitol Hill and volunteered at the Audubon Society bookstore in Georgetown, died May 18 at a care center in Fredericksburg, Va. The cause was thyroid cancer, said Johanna Humphrey, a goddaughter and family spokeswoman.Miss Au was born on Capitol Hill and lived in a townhouse there until 2018 when she was incapacitated in an accidental fall and moved to Fredericksburg.Daniel Espejel, floristDaniel Espejel, 56, a Washington florist and designer who since 2002 had owned and operated Flowers by Daniel, died May 20 at a hospital in Washington. The cause was a heart attack, said his husband, Anthony Purcell.Mr. Espejel, who lived in the District, was ... https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/obituaries/community-deaths/2019/07/15/68a915b4-a74b-11e9-86dd-d7f0e60391e9_story.html

Pusha T and Virginia Williams's Stunning Wedding Photo Album: Exclusive

Brides. “For whatever reason I see the number 721 almost everyday in crazy places. On 7/21/16 Terrence had me believing he was in LA, but popped up at our home in Bethesda,” Virginia told us of their romantic engagement. “He told me to meet him on our rooftop terrace...when I did he was on one knee and asked me to marry him at 7:21 pm! I said yes!” Destiny! During his best man speech, Pharrell also addressed the importance of the wedding date for the couple.Adam BarnesChoosing a wedding destination turned out to be easy for the couple. After considering venues in New York and Washington, D.C., Pusha and Virginia decided to keep their wedding local in their hometown of Virginia Beach, so that their closest family and friends would be able to attend. “We also wanted to show off Virginia Beach to friends who are coming from afar and have added Virginia flare in the details of the wedding day,” Williams told Brides. The Cavalier Hotel served as the backdrop for the couple’s nuptials—chosen for its rich history, and beautifully done recent renovation.Adam BarnesAdam BarnesWhen it came time to decide on a gown, Virginia was surprised to find out that her original vision of the perfect wedding dress was not what she wound up with. She ended up with two gorgeous wedding dresses, one for the ceremony, and one for the reception, that were total opposites. “One is me coming out my box and the other says ‘Virginia,’” she told Brides. For the ceremony, Virginia walked down the aisle in a floral embroidered romantic Marchesa gown featuring a deep v-neckline. For dancing at the reception it was a minimalistic strapless Reem Acra gown, with slight illusion at the bust and sides—the perfect choice to compliment the modern wedding décor. Adding to the look was a flower crown by florist Darling & Daughters.Adam BarnesThe groom’s suit also had to stun, of course, and he did just that in a custom Dior suit designed by Kim Jones himself. The groomsmen were also outfitted in custom Dior, while the bridesmaids rocked the white dress trend in Katie May Collection.“Fancy, but not uptight,&r... https://www.brides.com/story/pusha-t-and-virginia-williams-wedding-photos

These 16 Local Companies Can Help You Throw the Best Party Ever - Washingtonian.com

A jumbo showroom offers delivery, or pickup is available. 5020 Nicholson Ct., North Bethesda; 301-231-8368.Perfect Settings. Bars, glassware, plates, and table linens for rent, plus 20 kinds of chairs and barstools with dozens of interchangeable seat fabrics to fit whatever theme you want. (Hippie tie-dye? Fluffy orange flowers? It has both.) This company serves everything from weddings to corporate events, but its colorful selections—stored in a 150,000-square-foot warehouse—make it worth checking out for larger fetes. 1851 S. Club Dr., Landover; 202-722-2900.Something Vintage. Midcentury mismatched china plates and cups (a tea-party package for 30 costs $300), a 1960s brass bar cart, weathered farm tables, and boho-chic serving pieces power parties that look anything but corporate. A fun-to-browse website organizes items into categories like “French” or “Bourbon” and features pre-designed lounge packages including a “Keep Palm and Carry On” grouping of sofas, green side chairs, and a bright Turkish rug you can rent for $1,000 a night. 4826 Stamp Rd., Temple Hills; 202-596-8445.Table Manners. Make an event especially Instagrammable with dozens of colors and varieties of runners, napkins, and tablecloths for rent at this Fairfax showroom. Offerings range from violet sequined linens for glam nighttime affairs to an oversize green gingham tablecloth ideal for a back-yard barbecue. The company also has a factory, so it can make custom-size products. Chairs and tables are available, too. Showroom (by appointment), 8451 Hilltop Rd., Suite L, Fairfax; warehouse,5345 46th Ave., Hyattsville; 301-277-0582.We’re Having a Party. A kid-focused rental company with nearly two dozen bounce houses to choose from, including princess castles and a monster-truck contraption, plus pint-size tables and popcorn-popping carts. For parents, it also has margarita machines. 2300 Perkins Pl., Silver Spring; 301-589-5008.Booze in BulkCostco. The price-club store requires membership to buy beer, wine, and liq...

New Pop-Up Shops Unveiled at Grosvenor-Strathmore Metro - BethesdaMagazine.com

Retailers are offering empanadas, fresh flowers and pre-cooked mealsPublished: 2017.05.17 05:22Pop-up shops housed in an old rail car are now open at the Grosvenor-Strathmore Metro station in North BethesdaAndrew MetcalfFor the next month and a half, Metro riders will see a new sight when they step off the escalator to leave the Grosvenor-Strathmore station—retail pop-up shops tucked away in the sawed-off remains of an old 4000-series rail car.On Wednesday, the retailers that debuted at the station included Silver Spring florist Bell Flowers, D.C.-based prepared meals business Galley Foods, Rockville clothing retailer Ibhana Creations, fashion design business Radost by Martina Sestakova and Rockville’s Grandma Vera’s Bakery.Fivesquares Development partnered with Metro to make the pop-ups possible at the station’s entrance plaza.The Bell Flowers retail shop at the station. Credit: Andrew MetcalfThe retail stands will operate from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays until June 30 as part of a pilot program to test how retailers perform in the area as Fivesquares continues planning a large mixed-use development project propo... http://www.bethesdamagazine.com/Bethesda-Beat/2017/New-Pop-Up-Shops-Unveiled-at-Grosvenor-Strathmore-Metro/

Flower expert Jo Oliver on seasonal changes - San Francisco Chronicle

Jo Oliver, owner of Flower Guild 1820 near Annapolis, Maryland, pulls from her background as a graphic designer to create arrangements with unusual color palettes and movement. Oliver joined staff writer Jura Koncius for her weekly online chat. Below is an edited excerpt. Q: What types of flowers do you suggest for those who have a limited budget for fresh ones at home? A: Think flowers that you can find at places such as grocery stores - right now mums, Alstroemeria and carnations. You can find these varieties in beautiful seasonal colors, and with some love (changing the water daily), these should last for a week or two. To create a fuller arrangement, pull greenery and berries from your garden. Q: How do you plan a designscape that will transition well between all the fall holidays t... https://www.sfchronicle.com/lifestyle/article/Flower-expert-Jo-Oliver-on-seasonal-changes-14832264.php

Community deaths - Washington Post

Obituaries of residents from the District, Maryland and Northern Virginia. Dorothy Gerber, singer, teacherDorothy Gerber, 78, a singer with the Choral Arts Society of Washington and a teacher from 1978 to 2000 with the Montessori Country School in Herndon, Va., died May 16 at a hospital in Bethesda, Md. The cause was congestive heart failure, said a daughter, Amy Gerber-Stroh. Mrs. Gerber, a resident of Reston, Va., was born Dorothy Gould in Boston and grew up in Long Branch, N.J. With the Choral Arts Society, she sang in performances with the National Symphony Orchestra in Washington and at venues in Moscow, Paris and Spoleto, Italy.Helene Au, volunteer, property managerHelene Au, 105, who managed inherited property on Capitol Hill and volunteered at the Audubon Society bookstore in Georgetown, died May 18 at a care center in Fredericksburg, Va. The cause was thyroid cancer, said Johanna Humphrey, a goddaughter and family spokeswoman.Miss Au was born on Capitol Hill and lived in a townhouse there until 2018 when she was incap... https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/obituaries/community-deaths/2019/07/15/68a915b4-a74b-11e9-86dd-d7f0e60391e9_story.html

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

June 16, 2019: Wise Kejuan Frager shoots a three pointer during Summer Madness Basketball League action between CH Flowers HS and Wise HS in Largo, Maryland. Photos by Chris Thompkins/Prince Georges SentinelTheir excellent play benefited from a different game plan established by Wise Assistant Coach Dale DeBerry Sr. It allowed them to address their flaws from previous summer league games while still being competitive.“The last time we played, we got outrebounded a little bit,” said DeBerry. “Our emphasis today was to dominate inside offensively and defensively. It’s summer ball. We don’t get to practice a whole lot, so we just have to be on point with defending and rebounding.”While the Pumas found an offensive rhythm, Flowers rising senior Brian Brooks kept the game close early on by knocking down two consecutive 3-pointers. However, Thomas connected a transition layup at the buzzer off a bounce pass from Daemond Ford to give Wise a 10-point lead heading into halftime.“I think we played hard for the most part,” said Thomas. “We got some adjustments to make like to value the ball more, myself included. My mindset is just to destroy whoever is in front of me, get my teammates motivated and make everyone around me better.”After transferring from Archbishop Carroll High School this summer, Thomas is set to become the new face of the Pumas. The rising sophomore said it has been a good adjustment so far with summer league play allowing him to get together with his new teammates and coaches.Thomas arrives with much fanfare, playing with Team Loaded D.C. in the AAU circuit and th... https://pgs.thesentinel.com/2019/06/19/pumas-duo-score-22-points-in-victory-over-flowers-in-summer-madness-play/

Wood’s Flowers and Gifts Becomes a Proud Member of Teleflora Network - Press Release - Digital Journal

Mother’s Day, anniversaries, and more. They have now become a proud member of the Teleflora Network.College Park, Maryland - May 20, 2019 - With over eight decades of experience in the floral industry, Wood's Flowers and Gifts, the leading College Park florist delivers beautiful floral arrangements for every occasion, including birthdays, Mother’s day and anniversaries. They are the ‘go to’ florist for all your flower deliveries to College Park, Beltsville, Greenbelt, or anywhere in the country.“Wood's Flowers and Gifts is family owned and operated and was established in 1938. We offer a large selection of fresh flowers and beautiful roses. We make daily deliveries and send flowers anywhere in the country,” commented the spokesperson of Wood's Flowers and Gifts. Wood's Flowers and Gifts has become a proud member of Teleflora Network. Teleflora has beautiful gift ideas that are sure to make your flower delivery a hit, no matter what the occasion. “Being a member of Teleflora Network, we can ensure that we provide fresh, fabulous flowers to our customers and their recipients no matter where they may be,” said the spokesperson. He also continued, “As a proud member of the Teleflora Network, we send love and gratit... http://www.digitaljournal.com/pr/4312337