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Dec 14, 2018

Albion opens downtown holiday pop-up shop to remind people what it's like to shop downtown - Battle Creek Enquirer

The Albion Reinvestment Corporation and the store Pure Albion are sponsoring a holiday pop-up shop in the city's downtown. Collective Goods is open at 111 South Superior St. until Dec. 22, on Tuesdays from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. The shop brings together 16 businesses from Albion and around the state, featuring holiday decor, clothing, handmade knives, olive oils, soaps, toys and baked goods. The Albion businesses include Anna's House of Flowers, Jolly Green Junction, Black Swamp Cutlery, Foundry Bakehouse & Deli, Esham Family Farms and TNT Beauty Supply. The idea for the pop-up began as a way "to remind community residents what it's like to shop in Albion and to get them thinking about what types of business they would like to frequent downtown," according to a press release from Albion Reinvestment Corporation. Albion Reinvestment Corporation is an nonprofit which is planning to redevelop four blocks worth of downtown buildings, rehabbing 30 storefronts and 55 upper floor apartments over the next three to five years. Titled the "Big Albion Plan," its focus will be on Superior Street. More: Nonprofit wants to redevelop 4 blocks of Albion's downtown over the next 3 years Contact reporter Natasha Blakely at (269) 223-0114 or nblakely@battlecreekenquirer.com. Follow her on Twitter at @blakelynat.

Oct 12, 2018

"Flowers on the Lake" honors domestic violence victims in Gibson County

October is domestic violence awareness month. Thursday, albion fellows bacon center hosted an event to remember those affected by domestic violence in gibson county and offer help -- to those who need it."When was the last time you heard someone say the victim of a robbery was probably lying? Or that a victim of bank fraud was probably looking for attention? You don't," said Albion Crisis Intervention Specialist Hannah Brewer.In the last year in Gibson County, there have been 370 calls to law enforcement for domestic disturbances.In the last year, 72 people in Gibson County have been charged with domestic battery.Almost 250 people applied for some type of no contact or protective order.In Lafayette Park, people gathered for "Flowers on the Lake" to remember those affected by domestic violence, and the victims who did not survive."Anytime we release any of our statistics, people seem to be a little alarmed...and appalled," said Albion Crisis Intervention Specialist Becky Sawyer."If you've met at least 11 people over the span of your...

Aug 17, 2018

Four Floral Businesses To Receive The Century Award In Palm Springs

Calla Lilies being his first floral crop. It was his Son, John B. Gould who opened the first of the family's flower shops in Middleport, Albion and Medina. Then came the first location in Lockport, on Locust near Main St. The shop relocated to 83 Locust St. where Gould's has been servicing customers since 1952. John B. & Barbara Gould have spent years making the shop a family tradition. Their four children spent many years in the shop. Janet Gould, the youngest of the fourth-generation time-honored tradition, manages day to day operations of the shop. She works alongside her Mother, Barbara, Niece, Kylee (Gould) Peters (who is a fifth generation Gould) and loyal staff. Janousek Florist & Greenhouse Inc. Omaha, Nebraska Now in their fourth generation, Janousek Florist originally opened in 1913 to serve the people of Omaha with the freshest flowers possible. Since then, they have been delivering to the entire Omaha Metro area with their own fleet of delivery vehicles and pride themselves on accommodating their customers' requests. Edward and Fred Janousek founded Janousek Florist & Greenhouse Inc. as a wholesale business in 1913 inside a cemetery in Omaha, Nebraska. Edward and Fred began to grow their own seasonal flowers and plants and over the last century and through four generations, they have maintained their position as the premier florist and greenhouse in Omaha. Ervin and Eddie Janousek ran the business from 1956 to 1983. Donald Janousek took over in 1983 and continues to run it with his son, Eric. While the days of delivering their flowers by streetcar are long gone, the Janousek family continues to pride itself on providing the freshest flowers and plants to the citizens of Omaha and the surrounding areas. Lake Forest Flowers Lake Forest, Illinois Erwin Dryskey moved his family to Lake Forest, Illinois, and opened the doors of Lake Forest Flowers in September of 1917. He went on to open two other flower shops on Chicago's North Shore. When Grace McGill bought the Lake Forest shop from Dryskey in 1949, she moved it one block, to the corner of Illinois Road and Western Ave, where it stands today. McGill designed custom floral and wedding work for families in Chicago's North Shore communities until her retirement in 1981, when she sold the business to John Looby III, AAF. Looby, with a background in greenhouse growing (who earned his AAF by commercially developing the oxalis regnelli-white blooming shamrock), expanded the business. Today, Lake Forest Flowers continues as a full-service boutique floral operation, and Looby's daughter, Eileen Looby Weber, AAF, joined the management team after earning her Bachelor's degree in horticulture and MBA. She established a large wedding and event following and has developed a variety of floral design education programs. Her continued efforts in promoting the floral industry earned her AAF in 2014. The 2018 Century Award honorees will celebrate with the 2017 Century Award recipients. Due to Hurricane Irma forcing the cancelation of SAF's last convention which was scheduled for last September in Florida, the 2017 Century Award recipients will be honored alongside the 2018 honorees. The 2017 Century Award recipients are: Johnston's Quality Flowers in Fort Smith, Arkansas Mitchell's Flowers and Events in Orland Park, Illinois Wistinghausen Florist & Greenhouse in Oak Harbor, Ohio Read about the history of their businesses here. Any industry company that has served the floral industry for 100 years or longer qualifies for the Century Award. The award was first presented in 1982. For information about the Century Award or to apply for recognition, visit safnow.org/awards or contact awards@safnow.org. ### About SAF The Society of American Florists is the leading organization representing all segments of the floral industry. SAF is proud to provide marketing, business and government services to its members, including gr...

Apr 20, 2018

LOCAL BRIEFS: 4-H Junior Leaders taking flower orders

Lamp (yellow/blue/red) and Fireworks (white/purple/red). These baskets are $15 each.Flowers may be picked up at the Noble County Extension Office in Albion May 3 from noon to 4 p.m., May 4 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., or May 5 from 9 a.m. to noon.Orders may be made by calling the Noble County Extension Office at 260-636-2111, or people can request a form via e-mail at jemeyer@purdue.edu. Orders must be placed by April 26.LIGONIERPettit Park Flea Market to open May 8After May 8, the Pettit Park Flea Market at 100 N. Cavin St. will be open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. every Tuesday and Wednesday through October. Vendor registration is free. Vendors should sign up at the Ligonier Recreation Center, 301 S. Cavin St.ANGOLALocal students to perform in spring concertTrine University's jazz ensembles, under the direction of Professor Brian Derek, adjunct music faculty, will present their fall concert beginning at 3 p.m. Saturday in the Ryan Concert Hall of the T. Furth Center for Performing Arts.Local students participating in the concert include: Bradly King of Topeka, alto saxophone; Trenton Jensen of New Paris, trombone; and Lucas Harmon of Millersburg, drums.The concert is free and open to the public.LIGONIERTime to register for City League ballRegistration for City League baseball and T-Ball will take place at Ligonier Recreation Center, 301 Calvin St., today through May 7. Registration is open to the public for T-Ball, ages 3 to 5; coach pitch, ages 6 to 7; and major league, ages 8 to 11. Games will be played Tuesdays and Thursdays starting June 5. Registration is $25. Coaches are needed.GOSHENSwiss steak supper May 5Everyone is invited to a Swiss steak supper at Fairview Grange, 22482 C.R. 45, Goshen. It will take place May 5, from 4 to 7 p.m. Meals for adults are $10 and $5 for children 5 to 11 years of age. Children age 4 and younger may eat for free. For more information, call Lori at 333-4362 or Patsy at 875-6197.LIGONIERPavilion and cabin rentalsThe Ligonier Parks and Recreation Department is now accepting reservations for pavilion and cabin rentals for the 2018 season. To make a reservation, call the recreatio... (Goshen News)

Jan 26, 2018

Valentine's Day and other events

Blvd., Concord. www.supervalentinesbou tique.comValentine Broadside Printing Participants experience letterpress printing on the library’s 1909 Albion handpress and take home a unique keepsake. 2-4 p.m. Sat., Feb. 3. Free. S.F. Public Library, 100 Larkin St., S.F. sfpl.org/index.php?pg=1031608901Valentine’s Date Night Cooking Class A couples’ cooking class on making a romantic dinner with oysters, filet mignon, chocolate and more. Admission includes a glass of sparkling rose. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Wed., Feb. 14. $240. Cavallo Point Cooking School, 601 Murray Circle, Sausalito. www.cavallopoint.comValentine’s Day Bridgewatch A volunteer opportunity with the goal of bringing hope to those feeling lonely, depressed and suicidal. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Wed., Feb. 14. Golden Gate Bridge, S.F. www.bridgewatchangels.orgValentine’s Day Craft Sesh A cannabis-friendly art party where participants work on unique projects, while consuming and learning about cannabis. 7-9 p.m. Wed., Feb. 14. $80. Maker’s Loft, 308 13th St., Oakland. www.eventbrite.com/e/valentines-day-craft-sesh-tickets-42223461510Valentine’s Day Dinner Cruise A dinner buffet on the Bay with scenic views, DJ dancing, cash bar and more. 7 p.m. Sat., Feb. 10 and Wed., Feb. 14. $100. Pier 40, 89 King St., S.F. www.commodoreevents.com/event/valentines-day-dinner-cruiseValentine’s Day Sock Hop A ’50s party with live music, dancing, retro cocktails and more. Advance registration recommended. 7-10 p.m. Sat., Feb. 10. Free. Presidio Officers’ Club, 50 Moraga Ave., S.F. www.presidio.gov/events/valentines-day-sock-hopValentine’s Day Wreath Decorating Workshop Decorating a heart-shaped grapevine wreath with dried flowers and herbs and bring it home as a keepsake. 12 p.m. Sat., Feb. 10. $65. Maker Studio SF, 900 North Point St., S.F. www.eventbrite.com/e/valentines-day-wreath-decorating-workshop-tickets-42184598269Valentine’s Truffle Rolling & Decorating Class Join chocolatier Michael Recchiuti and Amanda Snouffer to learn the art of chocolate truffle rolling and decorating. 2-5 p.m. Sat., Feb. 10. $100. Recchiuti Confections, 2565 Third ST. suite 228, S.F. www.recchiuti.com/pages/recchiuti-eventsVictorian Valentine Extravaganza A Valentine-themed fundraiser with an emphasis on late 19th century historical approach to love, courtship, social etiquettes, entertainment, clothes, food, drink, and music. Victorian costumes encouraged. 8-11 p.m. Sat., Feb. 10. $35-$145. Haas-Lilienthal House, 2007 Franklin St., S.F. www.haas-lilienthalhouse.orgBay Area American Indian Two-Spirit Powwow A celebration of Native American culture that also provides a gender-affirming experience for the two-spirits community, the LGBT community and allies. 10 a.m. Sat., Feb. 3. Ft. Mason Festival Pavilion, 2 Marina Dr., S.F. www.baaits.orgBest of the San Francisco Jewish Film Festival “1945,” Thurs., Jan. 18; “Personal Affairs,” Thursday, Jan. 25; “Levinstky Park,” Thurs., Feb. 1; “Little Stones,” Thurs., Feb. 8. 7 p.m. Thurs., Feb. 1. $10-$15. Osher Marin JCC, 200 N. San Pedro Rd., San Rafael. (415) 444-8080. www.marinjcc.orgBlues, Jazz & Rock ’n’ Roll A lecture-performance event with Robert Greenberg, The Erik Jekabson Quartet and John Santos tracing the origins and evolution of these popular American forms. 7:30-10 p.m. Thurs., Feb. 1. $25-$60. Marines’ Memorial Theatre, 609 Sutter St., San Franciso. humanitieswest.orgCastro Art Walk: Meet the Artists of Direct Action Everywhere A chance to meet the artists behind t... (San Francisco Chronicle)

Apr 27, 2017

Plan: More flowers, banners this year

Fairmont, from Interstate 90 down State Street, along South State Street and Albion Avenue to Gomsrud Park, down Blue Earth Avenue and Lake Avenue to Heritage Acres.“We get so many visitors to Fairmont for things like school events,” she said. “I’m excited to think about all those people and their reactions.”She mentioned a letter to the editor that appeared in the Sentinel last year. A woman praised the colorful addition of the flower baskets and banners although she wasn’t aware of the group that was responsible for them.“That was so cool, that somebody enjoyed what we did. That’s the treat after the hard work,” Hawkins said. “We’re all volunteers. It’s a lot of hard work, but it’s a lot of fun. There’s a great amount of joy in driving down the street and knowing we were a part of that.”The letter writer’s opinion is shared by other residents and business owners in the community. All business owners along the potential flower route gladly gave donations, with the exception of one individual. Hawkins specifically mentioned the board of directors at the Red Rock Center, a location that in previous years sported a basket and banner from a nearby pole. Because the center is a non-profit organization, the board was unable to make a donation to the program, but that did not prevent the individual board members from reaching in their wallets to make personal donations.“They enjoyed the flowers so much, they all pitched in out of their own pockets. That was really a neat thing,” she said.Flowers for a basket or a banner cost $75 each, and some individuals and businesses have donated enough to finance one or more of the items.“But we’ll accept any amount. The more money we get, the more banners and flowers we’ll get. If we get more, we’re just going to keep going,” Hawkins said.Donations can be dropped off at City Hall or sent to City of Fairmont/Focus on Fairmont, 100 Downtown Plaza, Fairmont, MN 56031. Please write “flowers/banners” on the memo line on checks.For more information, contact Hawkins at (507) 399-1682 or email her at hhawkins73@gmail.com -- ... (Fairmont Sentinel)