Ambler Farm's Art of the Wreath fundraiser seeks submissions

Posted on 11/13/2008

WILTON -- Area residents are invited to try their hands at creating a wreath for Art of the Wreath, a fundraiser for Wilton's Ambler Farm.

On Friday, Dec. 5, from 6 to 9 p.m., the White Carriage Barn at Ambler Farm will be transformed into a gallery of uniquely designed wreaths made by local artists (and non-artists) who are working together to preserve Ambler Farm. Wine and appetizers will be served and all of the donated wreaths will be sold through a silent auction.

"Artistic talent is not necessary - just your imagination," said Kimberly Johnson and Amy Burke, co-chairs of this year's event, in a statement.

In past years, wreaths have run the gamut from delicately woven holiday greens to out-of-the-box creations made of dog bones, compact discs and golf balls. Traditional and innovative wreaths are equally welcomed.

Donated wreaths can be dropped off at the White Barn on Wednesday, Dec. 3 and Thursday, Dec. 4 between the hours of 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Other arrangements can be made by contacting the co-chairs of the event.

Tickets for this event are $50 per person or $25 for wreath makers. Proceeds will benefit the ongoing restoration of the farm, as well as supporting the agricultural and educational programs currently being offered. Art of the Wreath serves as the kick-off to the Ambler Farm Greens Sale, which begins Dec. 6.

To arrange for a wreath submission, contact Kimberly Johnson at kimberlyj2@hotmail.com or Amy Burke at aburke224@yahoo.com. For ticket information or Greens Sale information, visit http://www.amblerfarm.org.

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