Classes starting October 3, 2011

The evening basic design class begins October 3, 2011 in the Learning Center at Koehler & Dramm's Institute of Floristry. The class is from 6:00 to 9:00 Monday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings. There is an evening basic class twice a year, the next will be late spring in 2012. Call Cheryl at 612-362-3133

Floristry 2 week is October 3-7 from 7:00 am to 4:00pm. This advanced design class focuses on the techniques of design while centering in more closely on the principals, secondary principals and elements of design. Beyond the free standing and three sided arrangements. Care and handling of fresh flowers and foliage's continue, advancing into care and handling of speciality crops and tropicals. For more information contact Cheryl at 612-362-3133

North Dakota State Florist Convention (9/8/2011 - 9/11/2011)

North Dakota State Florist Association convention was held in Jamestown, North Dakota, September 8, 9 and 10. The convention is generally held in Minot, North Dakota, because of the devastation and flooding this spring/summer of 2011 it was relocated to Jamestown.

Jamestown is a delightful city located south central North Dakota. The prairies are filled with colorful wildflowers, not usual for this time of the year as it is so dry, not now. The fields and crops are growing with moisture and energy from the sun. It was a beautiful drive from Minneapolis.

Dave Anderson a delightful seasoned sales person from Koehler & Dramm was our driver, Bobby Bernstrom a new sales person was the navigator. Bobby has been in plants previously to fresh and order puller and supervisor of order pullers before that. Bobby has been with K&D for 6 1/2 years. I was the rider and owner of the GPS on my phone (Irene to the boys).

See K&D article and photos about the convention

Institute of Floristry at The State Fair

September 3, from 9:00 am to 9:00pm The Institute of Floristry will be in the center Rotunda at The State Fair in the Horticulture building. Come see the demonstrations, the special class offerings. Sign up for a free class offehttp://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gifring.It is a great day at The Great Minnesota Get Together. I believe there is a state law that everyone must attend , so I'll see you there!! The secret word is Cheese Curds.

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Sympathy information from SAF Sales Wake-up

Sympathy Business Resources



Tired of seeing “In Lieu of Flowers” in the obits? SAF materials can help you connect with local funeral directors, explain the importance of flowers to the bereavement process and promote your sympathy business. Check out these free tools and more at www.safnow.org/sympathy.


Sympathy Business Checklist
Advice, talking points and suggested wording for letters to funeral directors
Thank-you brochure for funeral directors
List of alternatives to the “in lieu of” phrase
Promotional ideas
Radio commercial scripts
You also can purchase SAF’s “Nature’s Sympathy Card” poster, statement stuffer and other promotional materials online.

Marna Hansen

Marna Hansen, the business associate instructor at The Institute of Floristry has a new knee as of Monday July 18. She was in the hospital for several days, and is now in the care center recovering and receiving PT and OT for a few days. She will be going home this coming week to recoup for a few weeks. She will enjoy your cards and notes. Please send them to : Ardith Beveridge % Koehler & Dramm Wholesale Florist---2407 East Hennepin Ave, Mpls, MN 55413. I will take them to her personally. She will appreciate knowing we all care and pray for her fast recovery.