Frank Lazzaro, former White House Floral Decorator for Three Presidents is coming to Planting Fields Arboretum

Press Release coming out in Sunday's Newsday Garden Section next month: HOLIDAYS IN BLOOM:
Horticultural Society Offers Festive Holiday Program for LI Gardeners

OYSTER BAY, N.Y., October 1, 2013 --- Frank Lazzaro, holiday decorator of The White House through three administrations, will be the featured speaker at the December 15 meeting of the Long Island Horticultural Society in the Conference Center at Planting Fields Arboretum. The program begins at 1:00 pm and is free to all Long Island gardeners. Non-members of LIHS are asked to call 516 922-1352 or email ligardens-events@yahoo.com to pre-register.
Mr. Lazzaro, a Long Island native, will share his colorful anecdotes and reminiscences acquired over many years of decorating The White House for holidays and state dinners during the Ford, Carter and Reagan administrations. In addition, he will create several festive silk floral arrangements, which some lucky attendees will get to take home.

In addition, there will be a Chinese auction featuring fabulous prizes such as gift baskets, garden items, gift certificates, and more. Refreshments will be served.
The LI Horticultural Society meets monthly at Planting Fields Arboretum and offers year-round educational programs, events and tours of gardens here and abroad. Membership is open to all Long Island gardeners whether they are professionals, enthusiastic amateurs, or just like to stop and smell the roses.