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Celebrate the beauty of floral design at the 10th annual Spiva in Bloom! This vibrant festival showcases stunning, locally crafted floral sculptures, each inspired by works from the PhotoSpiva 2025 national photography competition. Enjoy self-guided tours, a specialty luncheon, hands-on activities, and expert-led workshops while exploring these breathtaking floral interpretations in our galleries. Don’t miss this three-day celebration of art inspired by art!
Are you a florist or a floral enthusiast that would like to enter a work in Spiva in Bloom? Give us a call at 417.623.0183 for details on how to participate.
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OPENING RECEPTION & AWARDS
THUR. MARCH 20 | 5:30-7:30PM
Join us for the kickoff of the 3-day Spiva in Bloom exhibit! We’ll enjoy champagne, light hors d’oeuvres and announce this year’s award winners as we celebrate our floral artists.
Opening Reception & Awards Sponsored by Dot Willcoxon
Gallery Floral Sponsored by Dick & Laura Casey
SPIVA IN BLOOM LUNCHEON
FRI. MARCH 21 | 11:30AM-1PM
$60 | $450 for a table of 8
Enjoy a delightful catered luncheon in our stunning galleries, surrounded by the captivating PhotoSpiva 2025 exhibit and the breathtaking floral artistry of Spiva in Bloom. Experience a special live floral demonstration by Justin Thomas of The Wild Flower, inspired by a featured photograph from the exhibit. The floral demonstration piece will be auctioned live at lunch.
Sponsored by the Satterlee Family
BUILD A BOUQUET
FRI. MARCH 21 (1-5PM) & SAT. March 22 (10AM-4PM) $25 PER BOUQUET
Pick fresh stems and build a mini-bouquet to take home during Spiva in Bloom! Purchase tickets at The Cornell Complex 1st floor welcome desk during the event.
SELFIE STATION
Capture the beauty of Spiva in Bloom at our selfie station all three days!
Sponsored by KCC Investments | Curt & Kristie Crossland
THE ART OF SCENT: PERSONALIZED FRAGRANCE WORKSHOP
FRI. MARCH 21 | 6-8PM | $40 PER STUDENT
Prepare your senses for the floral beauty of Spiva in Bloom! Join Angela Harris—licensed massage therapist and modern-day alchemist from Alchemist Haven—for a journey through the timeless art of floral perfumery. Discover why flowers have been cherished in fragrance for centuries, then craft and bottle your own signature scent. Enjoy a delightful experience complete with refreshments.
Preregistration is required | Sponsored by Mindy & Steven St. Clair
ARTISTS IN BLOOM: A MAKERS MARKET
SAT. MARCH 22 | 10AM – 5PM
Enhance your Spiva in Bloom experience with a one-of-a-kind spring shopping event! Browse a curated selection of stunning works from talented member artists and artisans.
Sponsored by The Curchin & Secker Families
FLORAL WORKSHOPS WITH JUSTIN THOMAS
SAT. MARCH 22 | $40 PER STUDENT
MORNING WORKSHOP: 10:30-11:30AM
AFTERNOON WORKSHOP: 1:30-2:30PM
One of the year’s most popular workshops, this hands-on class invites you to create a stunning floral arrangement with expert guidance from Justin Thomas of The Wild Flower. Grab a friend, sip on mimosas, and enjoy a perfect spring Saturday surrounded by blooms!
Preregistration is required | Sponsored by Sara Newman
Upcoming Classes
Welcome to your Body: 3 Part Yoga Class
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PhotoSpiva Teens with Andy Neher
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