Foraged Arrangements and Wreaths for Thanksgiving & the Holidays - Saturday, November 20, 2-4pm at Onatru Farm Park & Preserve (rain date next day)
Let’s gather to make one-of-a-kind creations to decorate our homes and tables just in time for Thanksgiving! This exciting, artistic program, led by artist Sarah Saunders, invites participants to engage with nature in new, imaginative ways.
This year we are two ticket options to choose from:
1/ Hike the meadow and woods to forage, then create (2-4pm)
2/ Create only/No hike (2-3pm) (this is a good option for anyone with challenged mobility)
We will meet in the field by the community garden behind the farmhouse and begin the program with an introduction and creative inspiration. Non-hikers can spend their time working with the artist on their creations. Hikers will be led through the meadow and trails of the East Loop at Onatru to gather bits of nature we each find beautiful, after which we will return to tables to produce our arrangements or wreaths.
Please plan to bring your own pruning shears, scissors, bucket or basket for collecting cuttings on the hike, vase or wreath frame, and any other embellishments you may want to use in your creation. You are welcome to bring anything you've foraged prior to the event or other embellishments. We will supply wire, glue, and have a limited amount of tools for use. We will have pre-made vine wreaths and recycled vases available for a suggested $5 donation. We will have pre-made vine wreaths and recycled vases available for participants for a suggested $5 donation.
Sarah Saunders is a Manhattan-based floral artist who grew up in New Canaan, CT. To learn more, visit her website: http://www.sarahsaundersstudio.com/.
Steady rain will move the event to the following day, Sunday, November 21, at the same time. Rain on both days will cancel the program. This event is best suited for ages 7 and up. Sorry, we do not recommend bringing dogs to this event. Sturdy shoes good for muddy conditions are recommended.
Advance registration is required so that we can plan for supplies and volunteers. PLEASE DO NOT BE A NO SHOW. If you are unable to attend, please cancel your registration as we expect to have a waitlist for this program.
Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/foraged-arrangements-and-wreaths-for-thanksgiving-tickets-207937285017
Onatru Farm Park is located at 99 Elmwood Rd. in South Salem. We will meet in the field by the community garden, so park as close to the farmhouse as possible. We will have signs directing you.
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