Above: The Community is invited to celebrate the season with an open house a business in town — and do some Black Friday shopping while they’re at it. (photo from Facebook)
Gulbankian Florist is holding a “Holiday Open House” (and it’s no coincidence that they’ve timed it for Black Friday.)
The Southborough retailer is also offering workshops this season for customers who want to make their own arrangements to deck their halls.
The Friday, November 25th open house is from 6:00 – 9:00 pm at 40 Mt Vickery Road. The public is invited to drop in for holiday music, mulled wine, cheese, and crackers.
There will be a raffle featuring gift baskets from local businesses. At the open house, Gulbankian will be promoting their gifts and holiday decor with a 10% off sale (excluding plants and flowers).
As for Gulbankian’s other special events this winter – the workshops require pre-registration with fees ranging from $65-$89.
One special festive evening will be held offsite:
Ladies Night Out and Boxwood Trees
Wednesday, December 7, 6:00 – 9:00 pm, at the Southborough Community House, 28 Main Street
“Looking for a fun and festive night out? Celebrate the holiday season with us at our Ladies Night Out and boxwood tree workshop”. . . “These are fun and easy to make, and extremely long lasting, (think into the new year!) Festive decorations, shiny balls, pinecones, fruit, angels, and ribbons galore.”
Event includes holiday music, wine, cheese, crackers, and fruit tray. (Click here)
The following workshops all take place at the florist shop:
DIY Rustic Wooden Box workshop
Sunday, November 27, 3:00 – 4:30 pm
For a different look, participants can choose to substitute red roses and gold balls.
“Join us as we make our famous rustic wooden box arrangement! Includes winter greenery, boxwood, thistle, eucalyptus, moss, magnolia leaves, cream roses, shiny balls, and pinecones.”
Event includes wine, cheese, and crackers. (Click here)
DIY Holiday Wreath Workshop
Thursday, December 1, 6:30 – 8:00 pm
Participants can choose the bow color.
“Even the most craft-challenged person will learn how to transform a pile of fresh, fragrant evergreen boughs into a beautiful wreath! The secret is to use a mixture of greens and we are eager to show you how!”. . . “We will have lots of decorations and ribbons to choose from too!”
Event includes wine, cheese, and crackers. (Click here)
Make your own porch pot
Sunday, December 4, 3:00 – 4:00 pm
“Join us as we make this gorgeous porch pot to last all season long! Includes winter greenery, berries, branches, pinecones, and accents!”
Event includes holiday music. (Click here)
DIY Holiday Table Runner
Thursday, December 8, 6:30 – 8:00 pm
Participants will be able to customize, including a choice of ribbons.
“Join us to make this festive holiday table runner! Can go on your dining room table, kitchen table, coffee table, on top of a hutch, or any horizonal space! (or vertical space!) Includes FRESH fragrant fir branches, pine branches, dried fruit, stars, pinecones, winterberries, and a beautiful buffalo plaid bow. Adorn with your own fairy lights, dress up with votive candles, tapers or your favorite decorations!”
Event includes wine, cheese, and crackers. (Click here)
Holiday Centerpiece Workshop
Thursday, December 15, 6:30 – 8:00 pm
“This gorgeous centerpiece includes: roses, berries, cremons, gold accents, winter greens, manolia leaves, and a cardinal in a rustic box. It will be the perfect addition to any table or gift it to a loved one.”
Event includes wine, cheese, and crackers. (Click here)
Reminder: You can find a full save-the-date list of upcoming holiday themed events in/related to Southborough here.
