EVENTS AND SEMINARS
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Sunday, May 8 Mother’s Day
Celebrate Mother’s Day at Design House. Bring mom to see the best display of interior design in Charlottesville.
Monday, May 9, 12–2pm Cooking with Asparagus
Matt Turner, Chef at The Market at Grelen, will be demonstrating how to prepare fresh asparagus four different ways. Design House visitors will be able to sample the variations and walk away with Matt’s go-to recipes. Grelen will also provide information on how to grow fresh asparagus in your own garden. Presented by The Market at Grelen.
Tuesday, May 10, 11am and 2pm
Sherwin Williams ColorSnap Digital Color Tools Come and learn how to use the new ColorSnap Digital
Color Tools by Sherwin Williams. Visualize paint colors in the snap of a finger. Use your personal iPad to "paint" your own spaces instantly. Create a visual inspiration from your own images and Pinterest boards. Presented by Donna J. D’Alterio, Division Designer Marketing Manager-Sherwin Williams.
Wednesday, May 11, 11am and 2pm Mastering Your Personal Style
Whether it’s in your home décor or your wardrobe, consistency is key to achieving a polished look that truly reflects your life and personality. During this seminar, you’ll learn about a variety of styles and how to apply them to your clothing as well as to your home. Presented by Dana Holler Mook, The Image Consultant of Charlottesville.
Thursday, May 12, 5–7pm Meet the Designers
This special evening tour of the Design House allows you the opportunity to meet the designers and discuss their room inspirations and ideas in person.
Friday, May 13, 11am and 2pm Your Body as Your “Home”
Cecily Armstrong works with individuals who are feeling disconnected because their high-achieving lifestyle is taking its toll on their health, work and relationships. Learn how to become vibrant from the inside out with the simple choices you make every day. Become an active participant in your wellness. Have the energy and vitality to do the things you want to do. Learn how to reconnect to your inner guidance, so that your decisions, relationships, and bodies are the strongest that they can be. Presented by Cecily Armstrong.
There are many seminars to enjoy! A multi-visit ticket to the Design House is available for $45. This ticket allows you to tour the house as often as you like and participate in each of the scheduled seminars.
DESIGN HOUSE 2016 Saturday, May 14, 11am Historian Patricia Castelli, Keswick Hall
Keswick Hall began its tenure on the Albemarle County landscape as a private home called Villa Crawford in 1912. While some of the original architecture is preserved, much has changed through the years. Resident Historian and Director of Quality and Communication, Patricia Castelli, will discuss the enduring style, shifting functions, and memorable characters that have made Keswick Hall a landmark in our community. Historic tours of Keswick Hall are available upon request. Patricia’s book, The Story of Keswick Hall, will be available for purchase during the Design House and private tours. Presented by Patricia Castelli, Historian Keswick Hall.
Monday, May 17, 11am and 2pm The Story of The Scout Guide
Launched in 2010 by Susie Matheson and Christy Ford, The Scout Guide began as a locally focused website and city guide dedicated to Charlottesville, Virginia. Since then, TSG has expanded nationwide, with Editors in each city serving as curators, connectors, tastemakers, and small business advocates. Presented by Susie Matheson of The Scout Guide.
Wednesday, May 18, 2pm Growing Peonies for Cutting
Come learn from Foxie Morgan who owns and operates a fresh-cut flower farm at the historic Pharsalia plantation in Nelson County. Along with hosting events, dinners and classes, Pharsalia’s grounds are home to over 800 peony plants. Topics covered will include varieties, planting, care and harvesting. Presented by Foxie Morgan of Pharsalia Plantation,
www.PharsaliaEvents.com.
Thursday, May 19, 5pm–7pm Meet the Artist Night
This special evening allows you the opportunity to meet our local artists and view their work on display in the Design House Gallery.
Thursday, May 19, 11am Simple Tips for Pruning Trees and Shrubs
Dan Gregg, Founder and Co-Owner of Grelen Nursery, will be talking all about pruning. Why do we prune? Which tools are the best to use while pruning? What are specific pruning techniques for varying types of trees and shrubs? This class will include demonstrations. Presented by Dan Gregg of Grelen Nursery.
Friday, May 20, 11am and 2pm Why Hire a Professional Designer?
How do you go about hiring a designer for your own home, and why should you even do it? Let Designer Andrea Gibson answer your questions, tell you how it works, and why you will be glad you did. Presented by Andrea Gibson of the Gibson Design Group.
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