Guess where I’m going tonight?
I’m off to the San Francisco Flower and Garden Show. It’s not longer in San Francisco, but in nearby San Mateo, but that is beside the point. It is so much fun.
I’ve attended this event in the past, but tonight is different. It’s the opening night celebration and a first peek at all the show gardens. Here’s is what the show coordinator has to say:
Be the FIRST to stroll through the fabulous gardens and gorgeous floral designs BEFORE the Show opens its doors. The party takes place right in the showcase gardens. Be greeted to the gardens with a floral lei compliments of the Hawaiian Islands. Sip a glass of wine as you stroll among the flowers. Listen to music by Grammy-award winning musician Ken Emerson and his band. Chat with the designers, enjoy hor d’oeuvres and watch the presentation of the coveted design awards before they are announced to the public.
Proceeds from tonight’s event supports the American Community Gardening Association: “Creating Community Through Gardening”
ACGA is a national organization of professionals, volunteers, grassroots gardeners and supporters of community greening in urban and rural communities. The Association recognizes that community gardening improves the quality of life for people by providing a catalyst for neighborhood and community development, conserving resources and creating opportunities for recreation, exercise, therapy, employment and education. To learn more about the organization visit their website at http://www.communitygarden.org/.
I’ll have lots to share later in the week so be sure to check back. Meanwhile, here are a few photos from last years show.
This event was planned with Alys in mind! Have a wonderful time and I’ll be watching for garden inspiration from your visit.
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Well said Mary Elizabeth! 🙂
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🙂 I like the new WordPress emoticons.
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I did not know 🙂
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Thank you, ME! It was so much fun. You’ll have to join in one year.
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Thank you, ME! It was so much fun. You’ll have to join in one year.
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I so hope you get to really enjoy the show and that your cold is all gone. Looking forward to the photos.
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Thank you, Marlene. The show was beautiful and it was great fun attending with a friend. We giggled all night long. The displays are fantastic. I’ve since featured a few on my blog.
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I do love me a garden show! Have lots of fun and I trust you will return home happily inspired!
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Thank you!
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Oh my gosh! I’ve never been to a garden show, but now you’ve made me want to attend one. I’ll look forward to your photos!
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Thank you, Laurie. This one is great fun, and different every year. I hope you find one nearby to attend. You’ll have a field day taking pictures.
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