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EXTGen Detroiters 
had the opportunity 
to learn how to be 
their own florists for a day at 
NEXTGen Detroit’s Blooms + 
Brunch program.
On Sunday, May 15, 
experts from Goldner Walsh 
welcomed guests into their 
space where they gave a flow-
er-arranging lesson on how to 
create a centerpiece. 
NEXTGen event co-chair 
Lacey Foon says this event 
was a long time in the works. 
Originally, it was going to be 
held on Valentine’s Day but 
had to be pushed off due to 
the pandemic until spring. 
“There were lilies, roses, 
hydrangeas, daisies and other 
floral fillers. Everyone got to 
pick what they wanted to use 
for their floral arrangement,” 
she said.
Foon said experts gave 
some guidance and tips on 

how to assemble a center-
piece. Forty people learned 
something new and enjoyed 
mimosas and brunch bites 
during the sold-out program.
“The flowers were beauti-
ful! I think everyone learned 
a lot and the food was good,” 
she added.
Stephanie Podolsky, 
NEXTGen Board of Directors 
member and co-chair of the 
Blooms and Brunch program, 
says it was a great way to cre-
ate new friendships and learn 
a new skill. 
“Everyone was able to put 
their own personal touch on 
their creation and use it to 
brighten their home. I love 
planning these events to help 
foster community connec-
tions and learn new skills,” 
she said. 

Find out about NEXTGen Detroit and 

its events at https://jlive.app. 

NEXTGen Detroit’s Blooms + 
Brunch program with Goldner Walsh. 

Stop and Smell 
the Flowers 

RACHEL SWEET ASSOCIATE EDITOR 

Ashley Nathan, Samantha Foon, Carly Schiff and Lacey Foon

Lindsey Eddleston and Sydney Cox

Carine Gustin and Sydney Wolf
Shoshana Kohn and Rikki Katz (in foreground)

VOICE OF THE NEW 
JEWISH GENERATION

