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NEXTDOR
N
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
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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)
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