Three Harbors Garden Club Member of the Garden Club of America Presents. Autumn On The Harbor. An In-Club Flower Show

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1 Three Harbors Garden Club Member of the Garden Club of America Presents Autumn On The Harbor An In-Club Flower Show October 13, 2011

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3 The Three Harbors Garden Club Member of The Garden Club of America Presents Autumn On The Harbor An In-Club Flower Show Thursday, October 13, 2011 Airslie The Home of Grace Stillman One Bungtown Road Cold Spring Harbor, New York Celebration Party Thursday, October 13, 6:00-8:00pm Open to Three Harbors Club Members and Guests at no charge -3-

4 TABLE OF CONTENTS Timetable for Exhibitors... 5 Flower Show Committee... 6 GCA Rules... 7 General Rules... 8 Division I Flower Arrangement Guidelines... 9 Flower Arrangement Classes Division II Horticulture Rules Horticulture Classes...12 Club Awards...14 Directions for Parking...14 Registration Forms...15 HISTORY of our HARBOR Cold Spring Harbor refers to the freshwater springs running north through the area and into the harbor. It can be traced back to the English who called it Cold Spring after they bought some land here from the Matinecock Indians in The Matinecocks, already living here for a very long time, called the area Wawapex, which means place of good water. -4-

5 TIMETABLE FOR EXHIBITORS July 14, 2011 Horticulture - Three month ownership deadline. September 1, 2011 Flower arrangement and horticulture registration deadline. October 13, 2011 THREE HARBORS GARDEN CLUB In-Club Flower Show 7:30am-9:30am Flower Arrangement and Horticulture entries accepted and passed. 9:45am Entries closed. 10:00am Judges and Clerks briefing. 10:15am Judging begins. 12:30pm Judging ends. Luncheon for Judges and Clerks. Luncheon to be held at the Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Cafeteria. 5:00-5:30pm Refreshing and maintenance of exhibits, children to visit. 6:00-8:00pm Show open to Three Harbors Garden Club Members and Guests. Celebration Party: Cocktails and light refreshments. 8:00 pm Flower show closes. 8:15pm Entry removal may begin. 8:30pm All entries must be removed. -5-

6 Flower Show Committee Honorary Chair Grace Stillman Club President Daphne Hagan Division I Flower Arrangement Chairwoman and Entry Coordinator Pamela Sherlock Class Consultants and passers: Class I Mary Gallagher marygall32@yahoo.com Class II Heather Spehr lanespehr@hotmail.com Jane Matchett ejmatch@optonline.net Class III Cathy Casalicchio cathycasalicchio@danielgale.com Class IV Liz Piazza lizcsh@optonline.net Awards Daphne Hagan Passing Cathy Cassalicchio, Mary Gallagher, Lisa de Guzman, Marie Knapp, Lynn Pflug, Jan Pratt, Tiny Smith, Heather Spehr, Barbara Zotz Judges, Clerks Tiny Smith, Meg Floyd-Jones Judges Luncheon Daphne Hagan, Meg Floyd Jones, Tiny Smith Signage/Judges Badges Susan Pacifico -6- Chairwoman Suzy Kessler Past President/Advisor Meg Floyd-Jones Division II Horticulture Chairwomen and Entry Coordinators Lisa de Guzman, Marie Knapp Class Consultants: Class 1-15 Cut specimens Rose Marie Hawke randr30@hotmail.com Class 16 Edible arrangement Tiny Smith chicnlittl24@optonline.net Class 17 Harvest Home Lisa de Guzman ldeguzma@msn.com Class 18 Peak Harvest Lisa Kasper Ljrogers2@verizon.net Show Photographer Maggie Schubauer, Susie Walker Schedule/Printing Kerith Freidberg, Lisa de Guzman, Marie Knapp, Pamela Sherlock Schedule Photography Laura Swiggett Staging Daphne Hagan, Rose Marie Hawke, Grace Stillman Hospitality Patti Searby, Grace Stillman Cocktail Party Mary Gallagher, Heidi Prugh

7 GCA Rules 1. Please carefully read and follow GCA flower show rules, general information and division guidelines. All rules as stated in The Garden Club of America Flower Show and Judging Guide, 2009 Revised Edition, shall apply. 2. All plant material must be correctly identified with the botanical and common names, if possible. The RHS Index of Garden Plants and The AHS A-Z Encyclopedia of Garden Plants are the accepted references and will be available at the show. The Royal Horticultural Society Horticultural Database is available online at 3. The Garden Club of America expects all exhibitors to be aware of the need to promote conservation of endangered and threatened plants. Plants collected in the wild and listed by the New York Natural Heritage Program may not be exhibited in any flower show sponsored by a GCA club. Cultivated plant material listed by New York s Natural Heritage Program may be exhibited if accompanied by a typed card stating that it has not been collected from the wild and giving information concerning its cultural requirements and methods of propagation. Natural Heritage Program lists will be available before and during the show from the division chairwomen and are available online at 4. Plant material showing evidence of insects or disease must be removed immediately from the exhibition area. 5. All entries in the flower arrangement and horticulture divisions must include fresh and/or dried plant material. Fresh plant material must be in water or conditioned in such a way as to remain in pristine form while on exhibition. An entry not maintained in show condition may have its award removed. 6. Locally invasive plants, diseased plant material, artificial plant material, live animals (including fish), taxidermy, natural birds nests, and protected sea life, are not permitted. 7. Classes may be judged using the merit judging system at the discretion of the judges, with the permission of the division or flower show chairwomen.

8 General Rules 1. Entries are open to all club members, including provisionals and professionals in their disciplines. 2. Registration is required for all classes, with the exception of those in the horticulture division which are weather dependent (cut specimens CLASSES 1-15). Registration forms are provided at the back of the schedule. Classes will be filled in the order registration forms are received according to the postmark/fax/ date and time. 3. While The Garden Club of America and Three Harbors Garden Club will exercise due caution in safeguarding exhibits, responsibility for damage, loss or personal injury cannot be assumed. 4. Any clarification or change in the rules, as originally stated in the schedule, shall be communicated promptly in writing by the division chairman to all exhibitors in the class and, at the show, to the judges and to the passing committees. 5. An entry card must accompany each entry. Entry cards will be available at the show and upon request from the entry or division chairwomen, in advance of the show. Information required on the entry card must be completed in black waterproof ink or typed. 6. The passing committee must pass each entry before an exhibitor may leave the show area. The passing committee reserves the right to refuse any entry that does not conform to the schedule. The exhibitor has the option of correcting the entry, if time permits. If not corrected, the entry cannot be judged, but may remain in place, marked For Exhibition Only. The judges may not disqualify any entry passed by the passing committee, unless evidence of insect infestation or disease is identified. 7. Once an entry is passed, the exhibitor(s) must immediately leave the exhibition area. A passed entry may not be touched again until after judging and then only to carry out necessary maintenance. 8. Only participating judges, clerks, flower show committee chairwomen and division chairwomen will be allowed on the floor during judging. 9. All containers and accessories must be inconspicuously labeled with the exhibitor s name. 10. All exhibits must remain in place and in show condition until fifteen minutes following the show closing time. 11. A beginner is an individual who has never exhibited previously in an inclub or GCA show in a particular division. Beginner s prize will be awarded for excellence in each division. A beginner will be identified by a star on the bottom of the entry card. 12. A statement of intent is optional and must be submitted at the time of passing. The statement must be no more than 25 words, typed or printed in waterproof ink on a 4"X6", white, unlined card. -8-

9 Division I Flower Arrangement Guidelines 1. Please carefully read and follow the GCA rules, general information and timetable for exhibitors. 2. An exhibitor is permitted only one entry per class, and may enter more than one class. The exhibitor(s) under whose name(s) it has been registered must arrange the entry. All participants must be listed. Only listed exhibitors and show personnel may be on the show floor at the time of entry. 3. If forced to withdraw, an exhibitor must find a substitute and notify the entries chairman and class consultant unless there is a waiting list for the class. 4. Mechanics should not be visible unless they are an integral part of the design. 5. At GCA Flower Shows, arrangements may be executed off-site and brought to the show completed. 6. Anything not prohibited in the GCA rules, flower arrangement division guidelines, or individual class descriptions is permitted. 7. Although permitted, the use of cut fruits and vegetables is discouraged and should be undertaken only with proper treatment to prevent spoilage. 8. Judging will be based on the principles of design: balance, contrast, dominance, proportion, rhythm and scale; and the elements of design: light, space, line, form, color, texture, pattern and size. Creativity is important, as is distinction, conformance to and interpretation of the class and schedule. 9. Exhibits will be staged in the home entryway and dining room. Underwater arrangements will be staged along the right and left walls (sponged in yellow and light green) on either side of the hallway. Miniatures will be staged on the sideboard along the dining room wall which has green floral wallpaper with mauve accents, wainscoting and some overhead lighting. The functional table trays will be featured on the dining room table in the center of the room. The Pedestals will be staged in the corners of the room. (Two will be staged near windows and two along walls.) There are no height restrictions except for the Pedestal arrangements. No change of lighting is permitted in any class. 10. Accessories are permitted, unless otherwise stated in the class description. Niche walls may be covered. 11. There are no height restrictions except for the Pedestal arrangements. No change of lighting is permitted in any class. -9-

10 Division I Flower Arrangement Classes Class 1 Reflections on the Harbor 4 Entries An underwater design* staged on a 42" high table with an ecru covered cloth. Design dimensions not to exceed 24" depth, 18" width and 30" height. Viewed from three sides. *Underwater design: a contemporary design style where all or part of the design must be under water. Class Consultant: Mary Gallagher, , marygall32@yahoo.com Class 2 Thanksgiving Bounty 4 Entries A functional table* designed on a service tray provided by the exhibitor. Staged on a 29" high dining table, covered in ecru table linen. Arrangement and all elements supplied by the exhibitor not to exceed 24" w x 24" d. *Functional table: table exhibit arranged for food service. Class Consultant: Jane Matchett, , ejmatch@optonline.net Class 3 Autumn Glory 4 Entries A design staged on a white pedestal 42" high with a 14" square top. Design may not exceed 15" from center of pedestal on any side. Height is restricted to 78" from floor. Viewed from three sides. Class Consultant: Cathy Casalicchio, , cathycasalicchio@danielgale.com Class 4 Scenes of Autumn 4 Entries A miniature design* staged in an ecru L-shaped niche which has an 8" square floor and an 8" square backdrop. Floor of niche is staged 52" from the floor. Arrangement may not exceed 5" in height, width or depth, including all components. To be viewed from three sides. *Miniature arrangements: a diminutive arrangement which with all of its components is not more than five inches in height, width, and depth. Class Consultant: Liz Piazza, , lizcsh@optonline.net -10-

11 Division II Horticulture Rules 1. Please carefully read and follow the GCA rules, general information and timetable for exhibitors. 2. Entries must have been owned and grown by the exhibitor for a minimum of three months unless otherwise stated in the schedule. The Jan Pratt and Best in Show will be awarded for excellence. 3. An exhibitor may submit unlimited entries in classes 1-15, provided each is a different species or cultivar. An exhibitor is permitted only one entry in classes 16 and 17 and two entries in class All entries propagated by the exhibitor must be so identified with the method and relevant date(s) of propagation on the entry card. 5. Mats, stands, saucers, stakes, ties, etc. are allowed. 6. Classes may be subdivided and entries moved and/or reclassified at the discretion of the horticulture committee and/or the judges. 7. Containers are measured at the diameter or the diagonal of the inside rim. 8. One key card (diagram or plant list) is required when multiple species or cultivars are exhibited in the same container. Key card must be a 4" x 6", white, unlined card and completed in black waterproof ink or typed. A 4" x 6" photograph with identifying numbers may be used. 9. Container-grown plants may be exhibited in containers that are clean, unobtrusive and compatible with the exhibit. Terracotta clay pots are preferred. Other options include stone-like (Hypertufa), green or terracotta colored plastic pots, bonsai containers, wire baskets, slatted orchid baskets and plants mounted on driftwood. Disguised double potting and top dressing are permitted; top dressing must not float when watered. 10. The committee will provide containers and wedging materials for all cut specimens. 11. The committee will water the exhibits if instructed to do so in writing. 12. The recommended scale of points for judging Classes 1 15 and Classes 16 and 18 are found on pages of the FS&JG. The scale of points for Class 17 can be found within its description. -11-

12 DIVISION II Horticulture Classes Cut Specimens Classes 1 15 Fall Color Unlimited Entries Classes 1-6 Grown as Annuals One blooming stem - Any foliage must be attached to the stem. 1. Cosmos 2. Helianthus 3. Zinnia 4.Coleus 5. Salvia 6. Other Classes 7-10 Hardy Herbaceous Perennials To USDA growing zone 6 One blooming stem; any foliage must be attached to the stem. 7. Anemone 8. Aster 9. Solidago 10. Other Classes Classes Bulbs/Corms/Tubers One blooming stem - Any foliage must be attached to the stem. 11. Dahlia 12. Other Trees/Shrubs One stem Any foliage must be attached to the stem. 13. Grown for Flowers 14. Grown for Berries 15. Grown for Foliage Class Consultant: Rose Marie Hawke or randr30@hotmail.com -12-

13 Class 16 Edible Autumn Unlimited Entries Collection of plants containing a minimum of three or more edible plants displayed in a container of your choice, not to exceed 28" in length or diameter. (Three month ownership.) Class Consultant: Tiny Smith chicnlittl24@optonline.net Class 17 Harvest Home 15 Entries A transparent glass enclosure with lid for a natural planting, provided by the exhibitor, planted with a minimum of three different species or cultivars, not to exceed 24" in any direction. Accessories may not be manufactured or artificial. Key card required. Judged 30% quality and condition, 30% suitability of material, 20% design and arrangement of plants, 15% grooming, 5% suitable key card. (Three month ownership.) Class Consultant: Lisa de Guzman ldeguzma@msn.com Class 18 Peak Harvest Unlimited Entries Par class. An exhibit of exceptional horticultural merit, which does not qualify for entry elsewhere in the Horticulture Division. Entries in the Par classes must have been owned and grown by the exhibitor for a minimum of one year. Cut specimens and hanging baskets are not permitted. Double potting permitted. Class Consultant: Lisa Kasper ljrogers2@verizon.net -13-

14 The Three Harbors Garden Club Special Awards The Kay Macy Award may be presented to the Three Harbors Garden Club Member whose flower arranging exhibit best captures the intent and spirit of the exhibitor s chosen class or the intent of the show s theme. This award signifies the ability to capture beauty and enhance the appreciation through master craftsmanship, design theory, and genuine artistic creativity as its namesake has done so aptly over the years. The Jan Pratt Award may be presented to the Three Harbors Garden Club member whose horticulture entry best demonstrates outstanding perfection in growth, challenging cultural selection and specimen presentation. This award honors and acknowledges appreciation for the special talents, skills and knowledge required to be an outstanding grower as the award s namesake has so rightfully demonstrated year after year. Best in Show, to be selected from among the blue ribbon winners, may be awarded in each division. Judges Commendation may be given to an entry, class, section, special exhibit or other aspect of the show that is of exceptional merit. Beginner s Prize, to be selected among first-time exhibitors, and may be awarded in each division. Directions and Parking for the Flower Show: Airslie The Home of Grace Stillman One Bungtown Road, Cold Spring Harbor, New York Traveling West on 25A make a right, into the CSH Laboratory, onto Bungtown Road and travel through travel circles remaining on road along the water. Follow signs from entrance which will designate parking for the show. -14-

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16 Thank You to Grace Stillman for hosting our Flower Show, to the Committee and Judges for all of their hard work, and to the participants for their beautiful entries. Cover photography by Laura Swiggett