Friday, June 14, 6:30-9:30 PM
Union Event Space (112 N 2nd St, Rockford)

Rockford Art Museum is pleased to present the eighth annual In Bloom @ Union week happening June 12th through 16th. Due to ongoing construction happening at Rockford Art Museum, this extraordinary exhibition will happen at Union Event Space in downtown Rockford. Designers will use flowers and other organic material to interpret pieces of art from our Permanent Collection, showcased in the Union’s beautiful, historic building.

In addition to the unique combination of artistic talent on view, we will be hosting the seventh annual Fashion in Bloom on Friday, June 14th. This year’s runway will spotlight gorgeous, fresh floral accessories and living couture by regional designers, as well as vibrant fashions from local fashion boutique B Jones. This event includes heavy hors d’oeuvres, cash bar, and music by Luxe Productions.

A limited number of tickets will be sold, and reservations are required. Proceeds benefit Rockford Art Museum exhibitions and programs. Fashion in Bloom committee: Co-Chairs: Karen Archer, Dana Martin, Liz Schaer; Sarah Axelson, Jordan Calgaro, Bridget Finn, Julie Humpal, Carrie Johnson, Karen Sletten, Lisa Wheeler

Participating Florists (to date)—Anderson Japanese Gardens (Tim Gruner); Bill Doran Co.; Cherry Blossom Florist; Cypress House (Elke Drendel, Krista Stewart); Emerald Moon Floral (Kaya Obee); Flora Elements (Lisa Belisle, AIFD); Flower Fan-A-See (Gwen Lowe); In Bloom Committee; Jessica Johnson; Kishwaukee College Floral Design Program (Janet Gallagher AIFD CFD); Leaf River Landscaping + Nursery (Mark Ellena); Catherine + Joel Marsh;  Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens (Leslie Crow); Nostalgic Dwelling (Stephanie Towell); Pepper Creek (Tara McClenthen); Michelle Princer; Rooted (Liz Schaer); St. Charles Florist (John Windisch AIFD CFD);  Velvet Poppy Floral Design (Devin Stoll); Village Green (Abby D’Agostin)

Sponsors (to date)–
Presenting Sponsor: Union Event Space
Dean Alan Olson Foundation, Bill Doran Company; David Boccignone—Studio Wealth Advisory Group; Judith Boccignone, Savant Wealth Management, Wells Fargo Advisors; Ahlstrand Family Foundation, Chairish Upholstery + Refurbishment, Julie Humpal RE/MAX Property Source; Lon + Dick Behr, Coleman CPA Consulting Inc., Liz Dickinson, Darlene + Tom Furst, Dr. Julia Pesavento DMD + Dr. Erin Gunderson DMD, Revive Chiropractic Wellness Center; CoyleKiley Insurance Agency, Inc, Gerrie Gustafson/Carolyn + Cynthia Smith, Sherry + Greg Harlan, Olson Aluminum, Patty + Jeff Smith Family, Stenstrom Construction Group, Warner Roofing & Restoration; Barbara + John Holmstrom, Karen + Tom Shifo, Woodward, Inc.

In-Kind support: Bill Doran Company, B Jones Boutique, Parella Beauty Co., Rooted, Sattva Yoga Spa, Village Green