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Carpinteria’s Florabundance Featured on National TV in World’s Greatest!
Carpinteria’s Florabundance Featured on National TV in World’s Greatest!

For Immediate ReleaseContact: Joost Bongaertsjoost@florabundance.com Carpinteria, CA - August 18, 2025 - Carpinteria-based Florabundance, a cornerstone of the Central Coast’s floral industry, is proud to be featured in the national television series World’s Greatest!... (Season 24,... Continue Reading

Postedby Monnaie C. Pepin
Date posted08/18/2025


AFE Announces New Trustees, Committee Chairs, and Outgoing Board Members
AFE Announces New Trustees, Committee Chairs, and Outgoing Board Members

For Immediate Release Alexandria, VA - August 11, 2025 The American Floral Endowment (AFE) is pleased to welcome two new Trustees to its Board of Trustees, effective September 1, 2025. These accomplished industry leaders bring valuable expertise, fresh perspectives, and a strong... Continue Reading

Postedby Monnaie C. Pepin
Date posted08/12/2025


Life In Bloom debuts new episodes on Create TV and More
Life In Bloom debuts new episodes on Create TV and More

Grand Rapids, MI, August 11, 2025 – “Viewers continue to relax with flowers, enjoying their health and wellness benefits in the process! And I’m beyond excited for them to enjoy the new season as it debuts on Create TV,” enthuses J Schwanke, host and creator. J Schwanke's... Continue Reading

Postedby Monnaie C. Pepin
Date posted08/11/2025


J Schwanke's Life In Bloom is On the Air and Still in Production
J Schwanke's Life In Bloom is On the Air and Still in Production

For Immediate Release Contact: J SchwankePhone: 616-446-6086Email: j@uBloom.com J Schwanke's Life In Bloom is On the Air and Still in Production Grand Rapids, MI, August 4, 2025 – “With the recent events around the Public... Continue Reading

Postedby Monnaie C. Pepin
Date posted08/5/2025


Bill Doran Company Announces Strategic Acquisition of Denver Wholesale Florists
Bill Doran Company Announces Strategic Acquisition of Denver Wholesale Florists

Bill Doran Company Announces Strategic Acquisition of Denver Wholesale Florists Continue Reading

Postedby Monnaie C. Pepin
Date posted08/5/2025


Life In Bloom debuts new episodes on Create TV
Life In Bloom debuts new episodes on Create TV

Life In Bloom debuts new episodes on Create TV - with Flower Farms, Lei Day in Hawaii, and even Bob Ross For Immediate Release: Contact: J SchwankePhone: 616-446-6086Email: j@uBloom.com Grand Rapids, MI, August 5, 2025 – “Viewers continue to relax with flowers, enjoying their... Continue Reading

Postedby Monnaie C. Pepin
Date posted08/4/2025


Furry Friends & Florals Photo Contest
Furry Friends & Florals Photo Contest

Back by pup-ular demand…CalFlowers is hosting the second annual Furry Friends & Florals photo contest for our members! The contest is a celebration of flowers and the furry (feathered, leathered, or other!) companions who bring joy to our lives.Winning entries will be featured in:- The... Continue Reading

Postedby Jordan Richardson
Date posted07/7/2025


In Memory of Francis "Frank" Biddle
In Memory of Francis "Frank" Biddle

Francis “Frank” Biddle, 60, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2025, surrounded by loved ones at his home in Del Mar, California. Some would say he died too early; others would wonder how he made it so many years. He was born on December 28, 1964 in Huntingdon, Pennsylvania, to Joseph... Continue Reading

Date posted06/30/2025


Two New Guides Added to Sustainabloom’s Lineup of Resources
Two New Guides Added to Sustainabloom’s Lineup of Resources

Two New Guides Added to Sustainabloom’s Lineup of Resources Continue Reading

Postedby Monnaie C. Pepin
Date posted06/30/2025


“Life In Bloom” Create TV Marathon and MORE
“Life In Bloom” Create TV Marathon and MORE

“Life In Bloom” Create TV Marathon and MORE Continue Reading

Postedby Monnaie C. Pepin
Date posted06/30/2025


A New Wave of Floriculture Talent: Meet the 2025 AFE Interns
A New Wave of Floriculture Talent: Meet the 2025 AFE Interns

A New Wave of Floriculture Talent: Meet the 2025 AFE Interns Continue Reading

Postedby Monnaie C. Pepin
Date posted06/27/2025


2025 Memorial Day Flowers Event Brings the Floral Industry Together
2025 Memorial Day Flowers Event Brings the Floral Industry Together

Each year on Memorial Day, the floral industry unites in a powerful act of remembrance and gratitude through the coordination of the Memorial Day Flowers Foundation. The annual event, now in its 15th year, brings together hundreds of volunteers and floral professionals, as well as thousands of... Continue Reading

Postedby Jordan Richardson
Date posted06/10/2025