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North Shore residents make wreaths to fight Alzheimer's - NOLA.com

Rock's door. "This is a great bargain," Ballas said. "To go buy this at a retail outlet, it would probably cost us $70 and it is helping a great cause."Isabella Alvarado and mom Lizette Alvarado attended the event and made a wreath for Isabella's room. Isabella picked out the color, ribbon and all the accessories."It was fun," Isabella Alvarado said.Mom Lizette had an even bigger interest in the event."I am going to be the emcee for the Walk," Lizette said. "I will pep people up, encourage them to keep going and do their best, encourage them to take selfies and post them and keep the motivation flowing."Lizette's grandmother died from Alzheimer's."It is what drives me. It is the passion that keeps me going," she said. Sharon Snowdy from the Council on Aging St. Tammany [COAST] Slidell office came to the event."I love working with COAST and the many people at the Slidell center. It's a great place to be," Snowdy said.Snowdy, who was responsible for all the Downton Abbey activities at WYES as well as the wine tastings, the beer tastings and the chocolate tastings, brings a wealth of experience. A Slidell resident, she is delighted to be working so close to home."This event has been such a hit with the seniors here today," Alvarado said, "We might just have to bring something similar to Slidell." It's Fall, Y'All was so much fun, I can't wait to hang my new wreath.For further info contact Jennie Gunckel, Avanti Senior Living Engagement Coordinator at 985.317.6110. To learn about the Council on Aging St. Tammany (COAST), go to www.coastseniors.org.Ann Benoit can be reached at covingtontowntalk@gmail.com. http://www.nola.com/community/st-tammany/index.ssf/2017/10/its_fall_yall_and_that_meant_w.html

Consortium provided quick response to flower garden die-off - Corpus Christi Caller-Times

By Beatriz Alvarado of the Caller-TimesSept. 18, 2016 0 A response to a mass die-off of invertebrates at the East Flower Garden Bank in Gulf of Mexico could have taken months.But because a consortium of experts was established last year, response to the July discovery took days, said Tony Knap, director of the Geochemical and Environmental Research Group at Texas A&M University-College Station."(The die-off) was detected (on a) Monday ... It was confirmed Thursday and by Friday we had gathered a group (to help investigate)," Knap said. "We were in a favorable position."Texas OneGulf is a multidisciplinary consortium of research institutes led by the Harte Research Institute for Gulf of Mexico Studies at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi.The group includes scientists and expert researchers in the environment, economy and human health.The consortium was created to provide quick scientific response and problem solving to events such as the die-off reported near Galveston in July.Coral... http://www.caller.com/news/education/local/consortium-provided-quick-response-to-flower-garden-die-off--3abfbb3e-79c0-32e1-e053-0100007fddbc-393904021.html

New floral design center in spotlight - San Angelo Standard Times

Vickie has a cutting-edge, contemporary approach to floral design that makes both a personal and artistic statement. She is the artist of the local floral designers," said Rene Alvarado, 2009 Texas State Artist and one of the event's hosts.Over the past 15 years, Alvarado has attended exhibit openings at galleries in major cities across the state. Floral arrangements are an important part of the event with floral designers attempting to outdo each other, exposing Alvarado to all of the current trends and giving him a keen appreciation for the art form."Because San Angelo is a relatively small city, we often overlook the wonderful talent that we have locally," Alvarado said. "This is an opportunity to celebrate talent, creativity and the spirit of community that makes San Angelo a great place to live."ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONThe Sip and See Block Party will launch Downtown San Angelo's DISCOVER DOWNTOWN, a new quarterly event showcasing the people and businesses that make downtown San Angelo thrive."When the Carrancos opened Celebraciones Bellas, they selected downtown as the site for their fledgling business," said Del V. Velasquez, executive director of Downtown San Angelo, Inc. (DTSA). "From the beginning, they've been members and supporters of DTSA and our efforts to revitalize our historic downtown."It's an honor to use the grand opening of their second venture, Rita's Floral Design Center, as the launch event for DISCOVER DOWNTOWN because they and their team members represent the creativity, drive and passion that enlivens our community."... http://www.gosanangelo.com/news/new-floral-design-center-in-spotlight

Parsons and Rich Mar Florist partner for Dover doubleheader - Speedway Digest

Pocono Raceway, Parsons was closing in on a career-best finish of ninth before facing trouble on a restart with three laps to go. Most recently, Parsons and the B.J. McLeod team found a solid run at Texas Motor Speedway finishing in 18th place. Last year, Parsons made his NXS debut at Daytona International Speedway in the Circle K Firecracker 250, where he finished with his career best of 12th. Parsons finished the 2019 NXS season with a total of six starts. The Lehigh Valley-based flower company recently signed a three-year contract as an official partner of Dover International Speedway, where they will make their debut in the NASCAR Xfinity Series with Stefan Parsons in the No. 99 Toyota Supra. Coverage begins Saturday, Aug. 22 at 12:30 p.m. ET, while coverage begins Sunday, Aug. 23 at 1:30 p.m. ET. Live coverage will be on NBCSN, Motor Racing Network and SiriusXM.BJMM PR... https://www.speedwaydigest.com/index.php/news/xfinity-series-news/57999-parsons-and-rich-mar-florist-partner-for-dover-doubleheader

Fulshear flower business blooming from community support amid COVID-19 - KFSN-TV

FULSHEAR, Texas -- Ace Berry admits he is the last person you would think to be a floral designer. The former oil field worker was looking for a new job when he was laid off several years ago and decided to follow his passion for flowers.Berry worked as a florist delivery driver when he was young and while he says he was not good at the job, he fell in love with the creative career. Berry and his wife now own Fulshear Floral Design in Fulshear, Texas. But their business is known around the country.Berry was named the 2017 Houston Floral Designer of the Year!Watch the video above to see how their business is blooming and bringing smiles to those who miss seeing their loved ones amid the pandemic. https://abc30.com/covid-covid19-coronavirus-flowers/6318843/

Small but mighty, a Washington florist battles back in the pandemic - Reuters

I really think they did a good job by not reopening too soon, because look at all the places that are having to close back down, like California, Texas,” Banks said. As the White House and Congress debate the next coronavirus relief bill, Banks said she would like more business funding and clarity on Paycheck Protection Program loans. The shop received a $75,000 loan under the program, allowing it to rehire furloughed staff. “They say it’s forgivable, but they haven’t come out with any clear-cut rules on how to make it forgivable,” Banks said. “I am on pins and needles.” Reporting by Makini Brice; Editing by Dan Burns and Richard ChangOur Standards:The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles. https://www.reuters.com/article/us-health-coronavirus-usa-smallbusiness/small-but-mighty-a-washington-florist-battles-back-in-the-pandemic-idUSKCN2511D6

Buy THESE 10 Cut Flowers (They Last the Longest!) - StyleBlueprint

Lisianthus is one of her favorites. “Of the flowers that I routinely use, the longest-lasting showstopper is Lisianthus,” she says. “It holds beautifully.” It’s known by many names, including the “Texas bluebell” and the “poor man’s rose,” and it can last between seven and 10 days. Fair warning: It tends to be susceptible to rot if it’s sitting in unclean water, so be sure to change it out daily for the best results.SnapdragonsSarah tells us, “Snapdragons are the long-lasting cool-season winner.” In the right conditions, they can last seven to 10 days. When choosing your snapdragon stem, look for stalks that have one-third to one-half of their pods open.Top row, left to right: Calla Lilies, Snapdragons, Lisianthus; Bottom: CraspediaRELATED: How To Get Any Stain Out: Your Ultimate Stain Removal GuideAmaryllisGreg Campbell, co-owner of Garden District in Memphis, TN, says the Amaryllis is his favorite long-lasting flower choice for the winter. Native to West Africa, the Amaryllis can last more than two weeks. It’s often associated with strength because it’s tall and sturdy, and it can actually last even longer in a vase than when planted.CelosiaA summer bloom, Celosia is another top pick for Sarah. It can run the color spectrum from blood red to goldenrod, and it looks like ocean coral or something that jumped out of a Dr. Seuss story. It’s a member of the Amaranth family and sometimes lasts over two weeks.EryngoMattie Bush, owner of Amelia’s Flower Truck in Nashville, TN, is big on Eryngo. An eye-catching flowering herb, it’s bluish-purple, prickly looking, and resembles a thistle. Also referred to as Flat Sea Holly, Eryngo has an incredibly long vase life, sometimes lasting well over two weeks. We are grateful to all our sponsors:LimoniumLimonium is another one of Mattie’s choices. Also known as Sea Lavender, even though it has no relation to lavender at all, Limonium looks more fragile than it is. Often used for bouquet filler, Limonium can last one to two weeks, and it retains its color when dried out.Magnum MumsMagnum Mums round out Mattie’s top three long-lasting flowers. An oversized chrysanthemum with hundreds of petals, the beautiful bloom is an impressive flower that can last up to two weeks.RanunculusLauren is a fan of using Ranunculus for long-lasting arrangements. These beautiful flowers look like they’re crafted out of tissue paper. They resemble mini roses in bloom, making them a popular choice for wedding bouquets. They’re winter hardy, come in a variety of vivid colors, and last 10 to 12 days after being cut.Top row, left to right: Celosia, Amaryllis, Ranunculus; Bottom row, left to right: Limonium, mums, EryngoNow that you know which flowers last the longest, click here to read “Expert Tips to Make Fresh Cut Flowers Last.”**********Find more great tips that make life easier in our archives. Click HERE!... https://styleblueprint.com/everyday/fresh-cut-flowers-that-last-the-longest/