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Where to have a small wedding in Westchester, Rockland - The Journal News
Monday, August 24, 2020I can do pretty much anything," said Kelly, an expert florist who has worked side by side with his brother, famed Hudson Valley chef Peter X. Kelly (of Restaurant X in Congers and X20 in Yonkers), for over 30 years. He also works with other local caterers, including Mimi's Plate in Tappan. The garden, with its variety of shade-loving plants, has been the scene for many an engagement photo, so branching out into weddings under this "new normal" just makes sense, said Kelly. Ideally, he'd like two weeks in advance but will try to accommodate folks as much as possible. Book it: 456 Piermont Ave., 845-359-4480, nedkellyandco.comPeter Pratt's Inn, Yorktown HeightsThere's plenty of outdoor space at this historic property with a sizeable lawn and a tented area on their back terrace. There's also plenty of room inside.The 1700s farmhouse restaurant, with the cozy ambiance of a New England inn, has recently been renovated; it was taken over March 11 by Kujtim (Tim) Lajqi and his wife, Liridona. Tim grew up in the area and has a deep love and affinity for the property. He and Liridona are happy to work with couples and figure out what works best for their budget.Book it: 673 Croton Heights Road, 914-962-4090, peterprattsinn.comThe Abbey Inn & Spa, PeekskillPerched on a hill overlooking the Hudson, this new property, formerly the convent of the Episcopal Sisters of Saint Mary’s, is offering both indoor and outdoor weddings, albeit with new rules. According to General Manager Gilbert Baeriswil, events can be on the terrace outside, in the Cornerstone Room (with room for 30), in the hotel's private dining room (up to 10) or in the Hudson Room in Apropos restaurant (up to 22). There's also the option of the Highland Ballroom.Other rules require a 30-minute cocktail hour with passed hors d’oeuvres that are handed to the guest by a server. During the cocktail hour, guests are supposed to stay in one location (table) while wine, champagne and non-alcoholic beverages are passed. There's also the option of four- to six-course tasting menus with wine pairings. A band or DJ are allowed, but there is no dancing except for the first dance and parents' dances. And, as per t... https://www.lohud.com/story/life/2020/07/29/coronavirus-changes-wedding-plans-places-readjust-your-nuptials/5449704002/
'Paterson'...and My Paterson - Commonweal
Tuesday, March 14, 2017The city seems little more than a generic urban backdrop, much like Yonkers, where the couple’s house is located, and Queens, the site of Doc’s place. This is, I confess, less a criticism of the director’s location choices than a nostalgic reflex of someone whose own story began in those Paterson streets.Despite the cavils, I found the story deeply moving. The film is a meditation on the rhythms and rituals of (mostly) ordinary lives. Adam Driver’s performance is mesmerizing. You’re drawn in by his everydayness and equanimity, by his ability to see poetry in the most mundane objects and circumstances, by his deep love for his wife, and by his self-effacing manner. You feel his sense of loss and despondency as he sits staring at Falls after his journal is destroyed. And when the Japanese tourist arrives at the Falls, you root for Paterson to re-engage with his art, a hope that is buoyed when he accepts a new journal from the visitor after telling him, “I’m just a bus driver.”Paterson isn’t my Paterson, nor could it be—too much water over the Falls. The city my wife and I left all those decades ago was a vibrant mix of cultures, ethnicities, and races, a place where life lessons abounded. Fittingly, Paterson imparted another lesson: check your expectations at the ticket window, take your seat, and focus on the director’s art. I plan to visit Paterson again and do just that.
Here's where to find flowers in San Angelo for Mother's Day - Standard-Times
Sunday, February 28, 2021United States and Canada," according to their website.Location: 2501 Johnson Ave.FMI: 325-947-8886Southwest Florist"Southwest Florist has flowers for Mother’s Day that will suit any style and offers Mother’s Day flower delivery to San Angelo, TX or nationwide," according to the shop's website.Location: 3580 Knickerbocker RoadFMI: 325-942-9325Bouquets Unique Florist "Bouquets Unique Florist delivers flower arrangements and custom bouquets throughout San Angelo and offers same-day flower delivery for last-minute gift needs," according to the shop's website. "We also offer nationwide flower delivery through our trusted florist network."Bouquets Unique Florist provides flower delivery service to the following towns in the San Angelo area: Wall, Miles, Grape Creek, Carlsbad and Christoval.Location: 1961 W. Beauregard Ave.FMI: 325-655-4141Shirley's Floral"We continue practicing safe social distancing guidelines offering curbside pick up and no contact delivery," according to the shop's Facebook page.Shirley Floral Company provides same-day flower delivery as well as nationwide delivery. Location: 440 W. Beauregard Ave.FMI: 325-655-9111Stemmed DesignsMother's Day flower collections can be found on the shop's website, www.stemmeddesign.com."Due to COVID-19 select flowers may vary," according to the website. "Designer's Choice is the best option."Location: 135 W. Twohig Ave.FMI: 325-656-3889... https://www.gosanangelo.com/story/entertainment/2020/05/08/where-find-flowers-san-angelo-mothers-day/5175789002/
As Mother’s Day approaches, florists watch business wilt during NY coronavirus shutdown - syracuse.com
Sunday, February 28, 2021Syracuse, N.Y. — Mother’s Day is the biggest holiday of the year for florists, but many shops across Central New York won’t be open.The flower business is taking a huge hit financially since New York imposed a statewide coronavirus shutdown for non-essential retail businesses in March.That’s on top of lost sales as normal funerals and school dances are canceled. And who knows about high school and college graduations?New York has limited florists to a single employee at a time and no walk-ins.Some in Central New York are doing their best to stay open under those rules, but others have decided it’s not worth it.At first, the pandemic made flowers more difficult to acquire.“Early on, supply was an issue,” said Kate Penn, the chief executive offer of the Society of American Florists. “There was plenty of fresh product available, but the logistics — getting it from farms to the destination — were not running smoothly."Penn said the supply chain has improved. As long as retailers aren’t ordering at the last minute, they should be able to get the fresh flower... https://www.syracuse.com/coronavirus/2020/05/as-mothers-day-approaches-florists-watch-business-wilt-during-ny-coronavirus-shutdown.html
New Floral Subscription Service from Bloom Gal at Rockcastle - Spectrum News
Sunday, February 28, 2021GREECE, N.Y. — A longtime family floral business in Greece is offering a new floral subscription service. Bloom Gal at Rockcastle Florist is a flower subscription for flower bouquets delivered on your schedule.Wendy Rockcastle is surrounded by bright beautiful flowers no matter what time of year. She’s been arranging flower bouquets for decades at her family floral business. She knows flowers make people happy.What You Need To KnowBloom Gal is a floral subscription service by Rockcastle FloristWeekly, bi-monthly, monthly and seasonal flower deliveries are availableRockcastle Florist has been in business since 1951“It has been proven that flowers improve your state of mental health. So we thought that, especially during this time, it was important to get more flowers to more people more regularly,” said Wendy Rockcastle.Wendy and her daughter Mary wanted to not only help boost spirits, but boost flower delivery service. Bloom Gal offers weekly flower delivery, bi-monthly, monthly or seasonal. You can cancel at any time. They deliver to homes and businesses in Monroe, Ontario, and parts of Wayne and Orleans countie... https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/rochester/business/2021/01/26/new-floral-subscription-service-from-bloom-gal-at-rockcastle
Farmer/florist to speak to the Boca Grande Garden Club - Boca Beacon
Sunday, February 28, 2021SUBMITTED BY THE BOCA GRANDE GARDEN CLUB – Jennie Love, a founding mother of the “farmer florists” movement, comes to Boca Grande for the Boca Grande Garden Club’s “Flower Week.” She will speak at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 5 at the Boca Grande Community Center. The following morning, Thursday, Feb. 6, she will teach a flower-arranging workshop at 9 a.m. at the Power House on Gulf Blvd. in Boca Bay.The “farmer florists” activity is a slice of the urban farming trend spreading rapidly around the world. From Auckland to Bangkok to Cairo and throughout the United States, on city fringes and in city centers, farmers are sowing their seeds in corners of land left behind by urban development. A little bit about food security, a lot about efficient use of land, urban farmers serve the needs of residents, restaurants, shops and other businesses. Shorter distances and lower transportation demands make for fresher, better crops. An unanticipated benefit is crops free of pesticides and pests.Jennie Love’s crop is flowers. In fact, she is credited with being a sparkplug for the “seed-t... https://bocabeacon.com/wordpress/news/farmer-florist-to-speak-to-the-boca-grande-garden-club/
We asked, you answered: Readers share their favorite local chocolate shops and florists - Boston.com
Sunday, February 28, 2021These may be strange times, but strange times call for chocolates and flowers — especially around Valentine’s Day.We recently published a list of local chocolate shops and florists offering sweet treats and delightful bouquets, just in case you’re planning to pick up something for a certain sweetheart this weekend. When we asked you to name your favorite chocolate havens and flower shops, some of you heartily agreed with our picks (for all the ROYCE’ fans out there — we see you!).But many of you named your own favorite shops, a handful of which extend outside of Boston. Here are your picks for the best chocolate stores and florists in the region, plus a few reasons why you’re so sweet on them.Chocolate shops Advertisement Chocolate Therapy, Framingham“Gorgeous chocolates with pomegranate (Pom Balm), cayenne (The Cure), among others.”Fedele’s Chocolates, Pembroke“Best peanut butter cups, truffles, and turtles.”Gräem Nuts and Chocolate, Concord“Unique and healthy section of products.”Spindler Confections, CambridgeTick Tock Chocolates, Belmont“Great chocolates with lots of unusual flavors.”Flower shopsBerry Branch, SomervilleThe Centerpiece Flower Shop... https://www.boston.com/food/shopping/2021/02/10/readers-pick-favorite-chocolate-shops-florists
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