Bus Trip to Philadelphia International Flower Show - March 8, 2012 (Thu)
Bus Trip to Philadelphia International Flower Show
March 8, 2012 (Thu)
The Garibaldi-Meucci Museum Invites You to Visit the Islands of Aloha at the Philadelphia International Flower Show Thursday, March 8, 2012
Experience a heady dose of spring-just when you need it most
• Explore the world's largest indoor exhibition celebrating the beauty of plants and the art of gardening
• Experience a traditional Hawaiian luau featuring hula dancing, music and chants • Revel in lush floral displays and be inspired by creative garden designs and flower crafts
• View floral kaleidoscopes of shapes and colors featuring pools and fountains, statuary, topiary and other elements that appeal to kids of all ages
• Learn from experts who will give talks on the floor of the show, or ask your specific questions at information booths throughout the show
• Shop at the Marketplace–of more than 130 vendors–for the perfect tool, book, plant or gift for yourself or your favorite gardener.
The cost of $90 (payable to Garibaldi-Meucci Museum) includes transportation, lunch and admission to the show.
Our bus will depart from the ice skating rink on Victory Boulevard, by Clove Lakes Park, at 8:30 a.m. and return at approximately 5 p.m.
Lunch will be at the fabulous Maggiano's Little Italy Restaurant in Philadelphia.
RSVP to Carol Berardi at 718-448-1398.
For more information, visit www.garibaldimeuccimuseum.org or call 718-442-1608.
Mail check to:
Garibaldi-Meucci Museum
420 Tompkins Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10305
The Garibaldi-Meucci Museum is owned and administered by the Order Sons of Italy in America.
The Garibaldi-Meucci Museum was the home of Antonio Meucci, the true inventor of the telephone, and a refuge to Giuseppe Garibaldi, the legendary hero who championed the unification of Italy. For over 50 years the museum has fulfilled its mission to preserve the legacies of these great men, and to promote understanding of the Italian-American heritage through cultural, artistic and educational programs and classes.
Regular museum hours are 1 p.m.-5 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday. Admission is $5 per person, members and children under 10 are free. Call ahead for groups of 10 or more. The first floor of the museum is wheelchair accessible, but the restroom is on the second floor. At press time, program funding has been provided through the Order Sons of Italy in America; by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council; the Office of the Staten Island Borough President, Richmond County Savings Foundation; Northfield Bank Foundation, and by grants allocated by New York State Senator Diane Savino and New York City Council members Vincent Ignizio and James Oddo.
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