fm newsletter spring 2016

FlowerMart Newsletter
Spring 2016
FlowerMart’s Thyme to Bloom
Flower Essence | Travel | Seasonal Baking
FLOWERMART TIME
That time of year that we have all been waiting
for has finally arrived! FlowerMart 2016 takes
place on May 6 & 7 in Mount Vernon around
the George Washington Monument.
Everybody is welcome so please check out our
website for further information on events and
activities:
www.flowermartmd.org.
VOLUNTEERING
Forward March
by Jo Suman
FLOWERMART IS ON ITS WAY!
Baltimore may have had a record snowfall
day this winter, but the arrival of Spring makes that
event a distant nightmare. And if Spring is here, that
means FlowerMart is on its way.
The 17th
FlowerMart of the modern era will present a full slate
The FlowerMart team invites anyone &
everyone to be a contributing team volunteer
player to this unique FlowerMart 2016 event. FlowerMart is one of Baltimore city’s historic
beacons portraying a positive, constructive,
unified spirit.....come join us!! Contact: Karen
Lease [email protected] or 410-274-5353 Many thanks to RUSS MARGO
ENTERTAINMENT for sponsoring this issue
of the FlowerMart newsletter.
FlowerMart Opening Ceremony by John Valentini Jr.
of delights for Baltimore and the surrounding
communities, taking place as usual in Mt. Vernon
Place. On Friday, May 6 and Saturday, May 7, come
and enjoy contests, entertainment and delicious
food, all family-friendly, while you shop for flowers
and unique gifts from our multiplicity of vendors for
Mother's Day and beyond.
The traditional opening ceremony will take
place on Friday, May 6 at noon on the Mrs. Clarisse
Mechanic stage. This ceremony features the Fire
Department's color guard, the presentation of
proclamations from city and state officials, speeches,
the presentation of the Continued on page 2.
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FlowerMart Is On Its Way! by Jo Suman continued.
Hilda Mae Snoops Art Contest and Booth Decorating awards,
songs, presentation of FlowerMart's sponsorship contributions
to the House of Ruth Maryland and Mount Vernon Place
Conservancy (MVPC) and the official opening of Baltimore's Rite
of Spring. This is preceded by the traditional Maypole dance by
Bryn Mawr students.
Two stages will host local choruses, soloists, several
bands, an array of dancing and some entertaining surprises.
The Children's Camp on Saturday features opera-singing
puppets by Lyric Opera Baltimore and children's hands-on
activities. You may also want to visit the Washington Monument,
recently renovated by the Mount Vernon Place Conservancy
(MVPC). Rest and refresh yourself with sweet treats, mojitos,
ribs, pit beef, brick oven pizza and the must-eat: lemon
peppermint sticks.
Visitors are invited to enter any or all of the four contests
sponsored by FlowerMart. This year, TWO hat contests will be
held with different spins. The traditional Grand Hat Contest will
take place as usual on Friday, showcasing creative, homemade
hats. The NEW "Show Off Your Best Preakness® Hat Contest"
will happen on Saturday and feature the largest, most
glamorous, generally store-bought hats visitors can wear. The
popular Pet Parade and Contest will also be held on Saturday.
The last FlowerMart contest is the Dance Contest, which will
offer several categories of dance, will include a kids' winner and
is always a lot of fun for both the contestants and onlookers.
Lovely ribbons and great prizes contributed by local businesses
will be awarded in all these contests.
While you're enjoying the other charms of the Mart, visit
our vendors and buy yourself a Mother's Day and/or graduation
gift. A new flower vendor joins FlowerMart on Friday: Jones
Family Farm, who will park their truck right in FlowerMart, filled
with a new product--flower pouches. Seed bursts, gardening
accessories, flower and vegetable flats, bird feeders, hanging
baskets, flags and more are available from Emerge, Inc.
Greenhouse, Carnivorous Plant Nursery, Locust Point
Greenhouse and other specialty garden vendors. Women's
accessories, hats, toys, flags, glassware, textiles, soaps, candles,
art, pottery and more can be purchased from such returning
vendors as Plum Blossom Kimono, Ooh La La Mosaic Tile Art,
Gold and Silver Jewelers as well as new vendors including A
Little Loopy Accessories and 36 Letters:
Custom.Photo.Letter.Art.
Then go home happy and put us on your 2017 calendar
for Friday, May 5 and Saturday, May 6.
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Welcome to Baltimore City
Comptroller Joan Pratt,
FlowerMart's 2016 Honorary
Chair
I am proud to represent the
FlowertMart as a major flower and
garden event of Baltimore City. As a
friend and a dedicated supporter for
FlowerMart’s success, I welcome and
encourage everyone to participate in
this fun and enjoyable festival.
WORDSEARCH
Pansy
Lilac
Daffodil
Peony
Rose
Stock
Lily
Daisy
Tuilip
Lotus
Iris
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Flower Power: An Introduction to
Flower Essences by Tina Beneman
Flower essences are natural healing products used to restore
well being. They were reintroduced in the 1930's by Dr. Edward Bach,
a British physician, bacteriologist and homeopath. Dr. Bach made the
connection that emotional states directly impact physical health, a
new idea at the time, which is now scientifically proven.
Flower essences are made from fresh flower blossoms placed
in water which are exposed to direct sunlight for a specific period of time. The water captures the
unique electrical imprint of a plant, the template for the “wisdom” of that plant, that which makes a
rose a rose, and only a rose.
Plants have been used for healing since the beginning of time, and even today, virtually all
medicines are based on plants. Each flower has specific healing qualities. When we lose our
balance, flower essences can help us find our way back to health by “rebooting our hard drive.”
Flower essences belong to a new class of healing agents known as vibrational medicines.
They are not regulated as medicines because their components cannot be quantified. We don’t yet
have the measuring devices to detect these higher frequencies of energy, just as human ears
cannot hear what dogs can hear.
There are thousands of flower essences available from dozens of companies. Selection of
the most beneficial essences or blends for individual concerns is an artful science. For optimal
results, work with an experienced practitioner. That said, there is wide room for individual
exploration and you can’t hurt yourself. Flower essences work on the principle of resonance, so if
your body mind system doesn’t resonate with an essence, it won’t have an impact.
To make flower essences more user friendly, many companies offer wide spectrum blends
formulated for specific purposes, such as treating grief, anxiety or long term illness. There are also
formulas for animal and plant care. Dropper bottles as well as misting sprays are available.
The Flower Essence Society (FES) is the leading company in research and development of
flower remedies. Their website (www.flowersociety.org) is the place to begin for deeper
understanding . The FES line of flower essences is derived from North American native and
naturalized flowers. They also offer an English line of the 38 essences originally discovered by Dr.
Bach.
To purchase essences, go to the online
store: www.feshflowers.com.
For starters, order a mister of Five
Flower Formula (Note: sold by the Bach
company as Rescue Remedy...I prefer the
FES line.) Keep it handy and use whenever
you experience an upset. Breathe deeply
and notice how quickly calm is restored.
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Flower Power: An Introduction to Flower
Essences by Tina Beneman continued.
Here's wishing you delight and good health.
Happy spring!
Tina Beneman, a long time organic gardener
and flower lover, is a therapist in private practice.
Some of you may remember Tina as the host of
Maryland Public Television’s Good Earth Garden.
www.tinabeneman.com.
Clematis ‘Nelly Moser’
Flower Travel
Spring
by William Blake
Translated as the “Kitchen Garden” and
known as the “Garden of Europe” this is a popular
tourist destination in the months of April and May.
People travel from all over the world to see one of
Europe’s largest flower gardens in Lisse, The
Netherlands.
Most popular is the stunning array of tulips in
every color which fill the gardens of the 15th Century
Hunting Grounds. Many avail of bicycle hire and
venture outside to cycle around the fields of tulips
which are a sight to behold.
Established in 1949 the gardens were
designed to showcase hybrids from growers all over
Europe and help support the Dutch flower industry.
Keukenhof is easily accessible from Schipol
Airport with regular buses. www.keukenhof.nl/en/
Sound the flute!
Now it’s mute.
Birds delight
Day and night;
Nightingale
In the dale,
Lark in sky,
Merrily,
Merrily, merrily, to welcome in the year.
Keukenhof, The Netherlands
Little boy,
Full of joy;
Little girl,
Sweet and small;
Cock does crow,
So do you;
Merry voice,
Infant noise,
Merrily, merrily, to welcome in the year.
Little lamb,
Here I am;
Come and lick
My white neck;
Let me pull
Your soft wool;
Let me kiss
Your soft face;
Merrily, merrily, we welcome in the year.
Kuekenhof Gardens by Tieng Viet
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Seasonal Baking: Rhubarb
Rhubarb Crumble
Ingredients:
Rhubarb Mixture
3-4 sticks of rhubarb
4 tbsp demerara sugar
1 tsp ground ginger
3-4 tbsp water
1 tsp corn flour
Crumble Mixture:
1.5 cups plain flour
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp ground ginger
Pinch of salt
½ cup demerara sugar
1 stick cold unsalted butter
1 egg yolk
2 tbsp demerara sugar (for top)
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In a saucepan, mix chopped rhubarb with sugar, ginger and water. Cook on a medium heat until
soft. Add corn flour to thicken the mixture.
In a mixing bowl combine flour, baking powder, ginger
and salt. Add sugar. Mix in cubed butter followed by
one egg yolk.
Using an 8” buttered baking tray spread half the
mixture along the bottom. Layer the rhubarb on top.
To finish spread the rest of the crumble mixture evenly
on top. Sprinkle remaining sugar over.
Bake in the oven at 350°F until crumble is golden. Allow to cool before removing and slicing.
Best served warm with fresh cream or ice cream!
AFICIONADO LIST
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Fresh Flower of the Month
Tulips
These are bright and
beautiful flowers that are
plentiful in April and May.
Closely associated with The
Netherlands they appear in a
vast array of colors and are
perfect to brighten up your
home or office. Cheerful on
their own they do not require
other flowers to accessorize.
www.flowermartmd.org
President
Flower Mart at
Mt. Vernon Ltd.
Karen Lease
Floriade Canberr- John O’Neill
Tips to ensure your tulips stay fresh:
1. Do not let your tulips dry out before you get home.
2. Once home, chop the ends of the stems and place
them in a high sided vase to provide support.
3. Fill vase with fresh water.
4. Place pennies or a small amount of lemon juice in with
the water. Otherwise plant food will work.
5. Refresh the water every few days.
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Newsletter Editor
Suzanne McMahon
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FLOWER WORD SCRAMBLE
1. d a l n e r v e
Deputy Director
Flower Mart at
Mt. Vernon Ltd.
Jo Suman
2. c a h i n h t y
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FlowerMart has taken all reasonable care to ensure that
the information contained in this newsletter is accurate
on the stated date of publication or last modification.
It is possible that the information may be out of date,
incomplete or the opinion of the author. It is advisable
that you verify any information from this newsletter
before relying on it.
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Jo Suman
2825 Quarry Heights Way
21209 Baltimore, MD
Answers in next newsletter.
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