Community Bloom Event

Ikebana & Community Bloom: An Afternoon of Florals & Connection

Join us for a serene afternoon of floral arranging and community connection, led by artist and floral designer Colleen Dodge. Inspired by the Japanese art of Ikebana, this event invites you to reconnect with nature, embrace simplicity, and celebrate the beauty of imperfection.

We’ll gather for two sessions- pick one? come to both?

March 8th 2025

12:00 PM & 1:30 PM

Christine Alcalay Atelier

316 5th Avenue Brooklyn NY 11215

You’ll bring your own flowers to share with other attendees—bodega or Trader Joe’s blooms are welcome!—and we’ll supplement with fresh selections from the Flower District along with thoughtfully curated vessels.

This event is about more than just arranging flowers; it’s about slowing down, creating with intention, and forming new bonds. Whether you come alone or with friends, you’ll leave with a renewed sense of connection—to nature and to each other.

Ticket Information:

Flourish Ticket – $25 ( 10% of ticket) will be donated to Brooklyn Neighbors for Refugees (BKNR):

Includes the session, supplemental florals, and a vessel.

Bloom & Give Ticket – $50 

Includes all of the above, with an $25 additional donation to BKNR

Community Roots Ticket – $75

Includes all of the above, with an $50 additional donation to BKNR

Come bloom with us.