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Dallas Museum of Art League Scores a Famed Royal Florist for Signature Fundraiser - PaperCity Magazine

Connolly spill the tea. Here’s what he can tell us about being commissioned to design the flowers for the weddings of two future kings—HRH Princes of Wales in 2005 and the Duke of Cambridge in 2011.“I suppose what you would be surprised to know is that both brides were very much more normal, involved, down to earth and lovely than many non-royal brides,” Connolly said. “What you might not be so surprised to know is that discretion is the name of the game so not another word!”In addition to beautiful bouquets and awe-inspiring arrangements, Connolly is also known for his sustainability within his industry. When we think of the very reason for having flowers displayed in the first place—to remind us of the beauty of nature—it is really quite natural to want to them protect Mother Earth.“Simply thinking seasonal and local is the starting point….save the roses for summer,” Connolly said. “And ditch the floral foam which is a non-biodegradable micro-plastic.” Connolly is known for his elegant yet unpretentious style, and attention to sustainability. (Photo by Eva Nemeth)We then asked him what his dream floral arrangements would be if an event were being thrown in his honor. (Seriously, can you imagine the pressure of that florist?)“They’d be seasonal and locally grown,” Connolly said “Yes! Dallas does have local growers and they are wonderful!”And if we’re going all out? Because what is Dallas if not a city that always does just that?“I would have some growing things, too, which I would give to my guests as a lasting memento of my party.”And there you have it. Seems like the planning committee should take this hint and run with it.Table sponsorships start at $5,000 and individual ticket are $500 (click here for more details on purchasing). The day includes an opening reception, raffle, floral presentation, lunch, book singing, and a first look at the fourth annual Art in Bloom Floral Exhibition. Each patron ticket also grants guests access to a posh patron party on February 29, which C... https://www.papercitymag.com/society/dallas-museum-of-art-in-bloom-shane-connolly-royal-florist/

Valley Flowers To Open Boutique Shop At Cambridge Square - The Chattanoogan

Ooltewah resident Brenda Flores-Lopez will be opening a boutique flower shop in the first quarter of 2020, becoming Cambridge Square’s first new tenant in the new year. Cambridge Square is a mixed-use community located less than a quarter-mile from I-75’s exit 11.  Mrs. Flores-Lopez will be the 37th business owner to launch a venture within the Cambridge development since ground broke in 2013. Cambridge Square is being developed by BP Construction. For a full list of the community’s tenants, visit www.cambridgesquaretn.com.  “Mrs. Flores-Lopez represents the type of small business owner we love to see at Cambridge Square,” said Jim Cheney, who handles marketing and leasing for the development. “She has identified a need and she has the entrepreneurial spirit to make it a success. Every neighborhood should have a great flower shop and we are excited that Valley Flowers will be filling that role for Cambridge Square.” Valley Flowers will be located on the public square at Cambridge, in a recently constructed 12,000 square f... https://www.chattanoogan.com/2020/1/6/401972/Valley-Flowers-To-Open-Boutique-Shop.aspx

Florist behind Princess Eugenie's wedding blooms reveals his tips for the perfect bouquet - Daily Mail

Royal florist Simon Lycett is one of Britain's most coveted botanical experts He has  done the floral arrangements for the Queen and the Cambridge familyUsed roses from Queen's garden to adorn Windsor Castle for Eugenie's wedding Advised to use blooms from your garden and add pines and conkers for texture By Jessica Rach For Mailonline Published: 08:34 GMT, 10 November 2019 Updated: 08:26 GMT, 11 November 2019 A celebrity florist has revealed his top tips for recreating a bouquet fit for a king. Simon Lycett is one of Britain's most coveted experts, and has created displays for the Queen's private dinners and the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's parties. He was also the man entrusted with devising the spectacular blooms for Princess Eugenie's wedding to Jack Brooksbank in October last year.  Speaking ahead of his appearance at the Spirit of Christmas show, Simon shared his advice for creating the perfect bouquet - including adding bunches of berries for texture and turning to trendy dahlias.      Royal florist Simon Lycett is one of Britain's most coveted experts and adorned the grand staircase at Windsor Castle with glorious seasonal foliage from Hillers Nurseries... https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-7550969/Florist-Princess-Eugenies-wedding-blooms-reveals-tips-perfect-bouquet.html

Royal florist Shane Connolly: ‘Duchess of Cambridge was such a calm bride’ - Belfast Newsletter

Ulster born Shane Connolly, who is renowned for his beautiful floral creations at the wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, offers an insight into the grand occasion Shane Connolly designed the flowers for the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall for the Service of Dedication in St. George’s Chapel in 2005 and in 2011 was appointed artistic director of flowers for the wedding of the HRH Duke and HRH Duchess of Cambridge, including the bridal bouquet and headdresses for the Duchess of Cambridge and her bridesmaids. Shane designed the floral arrangements at the wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge Was he nervous doing the flowers for such an auspicious occasion?‘‘Not until two days before. I think the thing that makes anybody nervous is the press - because I felt like it was just a lovely, normal family wedding and then suddenly you get asked questions by the press. I remember one of them asking ‘how do you feel thinking that millions of people are going to see your work?’ I... https://www.newsletter.co.uk/news/people/royal-florist-shane-connolly-duchess-of-cambridge-was-such-a-calm-bride-1-9103178

At Harvard, glass flowers that perfect the imperfection of decay - The Boston Globe

CAMBRIDGE — In her poem “Silence,” Marianne Moore quotes her father: “Superior people never make long visits,/have to be shown Longfellow’s grave/or the glass flowers at Harvard.” The glass flowers — or, more precisely, the Ware Collection of Blaschka Glass Models of Plants — are at the Harvard Museum of Natural History. The collection consists of 4,300 models, representing more than 780 plant species. Leopold and Rudolf Blaschka, father and son, made them between 1887 through 1936. Harvard had commissioned them as teaching tools.A selection of the glass flowers are on permanent display at the HMNH. “Fruits in Decay,” a new exhibition that looks at an unusual aspect of the collection, runs through March 1.AdvertisementThe glass flowers are marvels: so exacting in detail as to be a kind of botanical virtual reality, only this version of VR is analog and in three dimensions. They’re astounding, of course. But that very capacity to astound raises all sorts of interesting, even unsettling,... https://www.bostonglobe.com/arts/art/2019/09/05/harvard-glass-flowers-that-perfect-imperfection-decay/SbW5FA3jqnOskov2WXxx8M/story.html

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