This weekend Birmingham Botanical Gardens is hosting its annual event, Antiques at the Gardens, and I had the pleasure of attending a lecture this morning by Renny Reynolds on his AMAZING gardens in Pennsylvania. The images below do ZERO justice to the slideshow he presented today. I was literally in awe at the beauty he has created on his land, known as the Hortulus Farm. I would love to have the chance to take a stroll down his peony walk, or have lunch on one of his several fabulous terraces, or take a dip in his pool with the gorgeous fountain (last image). My mind was racing over the possibilites for parties in the gardens, and the wonderful photos I could be taking with my new (toy) camera. He mentioned that he has hosted several events for non-profits in the area and a couple weddings for close friends. Oh, to be a flower in the garden to have a front row seat to all the fabulous festivities!! His home will be featured in Veranda sometime this fall/winter(can't remember the month, sorry!) so keep a look out if you are a subscriber! Also, if you are ever in Pennsylvania, his home and gardens are open to tours, which I highly recommend.
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Showing posts with label Birmingham Events. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Birmingham Events. Show all posts
Friday, October 2, 2009
Monday, September 28, 2009
The Wine Opener
The "Wine Opener" event last Thursday night was a huge success! It was held at the Loft at Flower Stems, and wow...what a fun venue!! If you live in Birmingham and are looking for a modern space (with a lot of character) to have a birthday party, wedding reception, anniversary party, etc. you must check out Flower Stems. I took my camera with me and of course snapped several photos, but I unfortunately left out the front entrance/exterior of the building, so you are just going to have to do a drive by to see it!
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When you walk in the front doors, directly in front of you is the flower refrigerator. I braved the cold to step in and take a few photos of the gorgeous flowers in the fridge. While at the party, I met the owner of Flower Stems and he told me that often at wedding receptions or birthday parties, they will set up an ice cream bar in the fridge, which I thought was a fabulous idea!
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We decorated several of the tables with candles and wine corks (in keeping with our wine theme) for the evening. The food was catered by Happy Catering and it was absolutely delicious! There was a great turnout for the event, which means more money for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation to continue to its important research.
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.When you walk in the front doors, directly in front of you is the flower refrigerator. I braved the cold to step in and take a few photos of the gorgeous flowers in the fridge. While at the party, I met the owner of Flower Stems and he told me that often at wedding receptions or birthday parties, they will set up an ice cream bar in the fridge, which I thought was a fabulous idea!
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.At the hip downstairs bar, we set up the wine tasting portion of the event. High boy tables were draped in gold linens with wine colored sashes, and cocktail rounds were draped in wine colored linens. Flower Stems donated a handful of flower arrangements for the evening...which was very helpful for keeping costs down on this fundraiser.
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.Upstairs we set up the silent auction, which was packed full of great gift packages.
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We decorated several of the tables with candles and wine corks (in keeping with our wine theme) for the evening. The food was catered by Happy Catering and it was absolutely delicious! There was a great turnout for the event, which means more money for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation to continue to its important research...
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This event would not have come together without Margaret from the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. She did an amazing job planning and executing this event with the help of just a few volunteers! I so enjoyed helping out with this fabulous event for a great cause!
Friday, July 17, 2009
Art on the Rocks
This year marks the fifth season for one of Birmingham’s most popular social gatherings – Art on the Rocks. This social/cultural event takes place at the Birmingham Museum of Art once a month during the summer. At Art on the Rocks you will find scavenger hunts through the Museum’s galleries (prizes from Bromberg’s Fine Jewelers), live music from the best up and comers (heard on 100.5), adult art activities, specialty drinks, and delicious food from one of my favorite caterers in town, Kathy G. I remember when this event first started five years ago, and I am so glad to see it is still going strong. This event is the perfect way to start your weekend! If I were able to go tonight I would be drinking this….
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