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With closed doors, Frankfort retailers, florist make alternative plans - State-Journal.com
Sunday, July 05, 2020At Poor Richard’s Books — an anchor shop in downtown Frankfort for more than 30 years — owner Lizz Taylor worries that the closure will make it more difficult to get educational materials, especially books, into children’s hands.“I’m concerned that this will be a long haul and video screens will get old,” she said.The Paul Sawyier Public Library closed and ceased all operations — with the exception of online services — on Saturday. The bookstore, which will temporarily close its doors for an unknown period beginning Monday evening, employs eight part-timers and is offering curbside pickup for customers who call ahead at 502-223-8018.“I have also been doing deliveries,” Taylor added. https://www.state-journal.com/business/with-closed-doors-frankfort-retailers-florist-make-alternative-plans/article_298b2460-6d36-11ea-b291-63a3f84599ce.html
Black-Owned Philly-Area Wedding Planners, Florists and Decor Pros to Know - Philadelphia magazine
Sunday, July 05, 2020Day-of event coordination by Tiffany Chalk Events, planning by Lady In Waiting and florals by Royal Weddings by Cathy Johnson. Below, a list of black-owned Philly-area wedding planners, florists and decor companies. Photo by Winnie DoraThere are numerous ways to show support for the black community here in Philadelphia, and one of them is by intentionally investing in the vendors with whom you choose to work for your Big Day. This list of black-owned Philly-area wedding planners and event designers, florists and decor companies showcases a selection of the professionals who can help you create beautiful celebrations. This by no means is a comprehensive list of all of the talents, but it’s one that we will continue to add to and expand to include experts in hair and makeup, photography, food, entertainment, fashion, paper goods, wellness and fitness, and more. (Please email suggestions to kschott@phillymag.com.) Alisha Simone Elegant Event Flowers & DecorOwner and head designer Alisha Simone has 30 years of experience in the industry and has a resume rich with petal power. Case in point: She once served as head designer for celebrity event planner David Tutera and has been a member of AFID. The Haddon Township-based studio’s arrangements are filled with color and detail, and are always put together with the client’s wishes and needs top of mind.BackDroppersHusband-and-wife duo... https://www.phillymag.com/philadelphia-wedding/2020/06/09/black-owned-philly-area-wedding-vendors/
Business owners tell state lawmakers they are ready to reopen - Dayton Daily News
Sunday, July 05, 2020A local florist was one of several business owners from across Ohio who told state lawmakers Monday that the government’s response to the coronavirus pandemic has brutalized their businesses and they are eager to reopen with safety precautions in place. “All my employees are furloughed and filed for unemployment and have yet to get unemployment,” Tom Hamilton, owner of Beavercreek Florist, told the Ohio House of Representatives’ 2020 Economic Recovery Task Force. “My business is struggling since there is no income,” Hamilton said. Coronavirus: Complete coverage from the Dayton Daily NewsClosed by government decree since March 24, he said they missed out on proms, secretaries week and Easter and look forward to reopening at the beginning of May in time for Mothers Day. “Who was it who first taught you how to wash your hands? Mom,” he said. But he and other people in his industry are concerned that if they are forced to stay closed they will lose employees to... https://www.daytondailynews.com/business/business-owners-tell-state-lawmakers-they-are-ready-reopen/pl8zPjPLw8ZGBR5C7GwHRN/
Florists create special bouquet with toilet paper - Valley News Live
Sunday, July 05, 2020When you order a bouquet for that special someone in your life, what comes to mind? Roses? Lilies? How about toilet paper?The owners of Blossom Events and Florist say they’re not your typical flower shop. David and Bart Faulkner say they’re coupon-cutters and were already stocked up on toilet paper when stores started selling out.They created the special edition toilet paper bouquet and posted a photo of it online last week. The picture solicited hundreds of comments and calls from across the nation.“Same concept. It has greenery, it has water, it has a vase, it has a ribbon. Lots of mechanics on the inside,” Faulkner said. “It took a lot of labor. You just can’t make tissue paper look pretty. You just can’t.”David and Bart say they’ve only sold a couple of the bouquets so far.??Work Flow .... Show ?? to Someone Special with this Unique and Fabulous Bouquet ?? ???????Why Be Ordinary when You can...Posted by Blossom Events & Florist on Friday, March 13, 2020... https://www.valleynewslive.com/content/news/Florists-create-special-bouquet-with-toilet-paper-568889751.html
Alaska rally supports gay couple denied service by florist - Midland Daily News
Sunday, July 05, 2020EDT, Wednesday, June 10, 2020 KETCHIKAN, Alaska (AP) — Residents rallied in a small Alaska city to support LGBTQ rights after a florist declined to sell flowers for a same-sex wedding. Tommy Varela said Heavenly Creations in Ketchikan told his mother the business would not provide flowers for his wedding ceremony after learning there were two grooms, The Juneau Empire reported. Between 100 and 200 people attended the June 5 demonstration, lining the street and holding signs expressing support for the LGBTQ community. Kathleen Varela said she phoned the same florist her son used to get a boutonniere for his prom when she was seeking flowers for the nuptials in August. “I said, ‘It’s a wedding for two grooms, are you comfortable with that?’ And there was a long and awkward silence and then ‘No, I’m not comfortable with that,’” Kathleen Varela said. There was no exchange of names and she is no... https://www.ourmidland.com/news/article/Alaska-rally-supports-gay-couple-denied-service-15329722.php
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