Monday, March 23, 2015

Win a pair of tickets to @NYBG 's The Orchid Show: Chandeliers! + #Orchid Slideshow #Photography



Apparently Old Man Winter wants to  keep New York in his Vice Grip with snow here on the first day of Spring. This butterfly and Spring Baby (my birthday is coming up in April) yearns for signs of Spring and I found them at the NY Botanical Gardens!

They host an Orchid Show annually (in fact this is the 13th year!) and this year the show is called "The Orchid Show: Chandeliers". This year, it's all about looking UP, not just down or around, but it's this year's "Orchid Evenings" that combines Music, Cocktails and the sublime beauty of delicate orchids that are allowing visitors to make unique connections on themed 'adult only' evenings that allow for a romantic date night, or even a way for singles to connect and meet. Orchid Evenings are being held Saturdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28, and April 4 (My birthday!), 11 and 18th.

For $25 for Members and $35 per ticket for non-members, the ticket includes one complimentary beer, wine or cocktail of your choice and you will need to select an entrance time for The Orchid Show at time of purchase. Head to the show before your time and hit the gift shop or dine at The Pine Tree Cafe where you can enjoy a special event menu or just lounge to the sounds of The Nick Russo Latin Trio, and ladies don't miss your chance to stop for a quick lipstick touch-up by one of Guerlain's famed make-up artists and indulge in a specialty cocktail inspired by Guerlain's Orchidée impériale line. And for those of you who are Mastercard holders, please be sure to purchase your ticket with your Mastercard to enjoy a special champagne pre-party at Shop in the Garden on Select Nights. Note this VIP ticket is $40 and you can learn more about that ticket HERE.

The three tier living chandelier of orchids is absolutely breath-taking! And while it's still a bit chilly out here in the Big Apple, it's super warm and toasty in the Enid Haupt Conservatory at the Gardens!

And for those of you who visited us last week for Wordless Wednesday, that photo was a teaser, and yes that 'strange' hanging thing was an Orchid Plant!


ABOVE: My Photo slideshow of the show, I took ALL of these photos! (I am working on getting a Pinterest Board posted of all these photos as well, in the meantime each photo can be viewed individually on Flickr using the link on the bottom right of the slideshow.)

WIN IT

Ascending Butterfly and The New York Botanical Garden want to help melt away those winter blues and put some 'Spring' back in your step! Enter to win a pair of passes to Orchid Evenings at The Orchid Show: Chandeliers at New York Botanical Garden! Please note this is a Flash Giveaway and ends SOON! Use the rafflecopter widget below to place your entries! (If reading this put the widget to sleep you may need to refresh the page again to get the widget to show up for you so you can place your entries.) Remember Orchid Evenings are on Saturday Night's Only, and you must be 21 years of age or older to claim your passes as there are cocktails being served, this is an ADULT ONLY giveaway!



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MY TAKE:

The New York Botanical Garden is one of my favorite 'Urban Oasis' places in Bronx, New York. Being there just adds instant zen to my day and as you can tell by my photo slideshow I really enjoyed the Orchid Show. The living Chandeliers of Orchid Flowers just blew me away!

There was a DJ, great flowers, fun Photo Opps, lippie makeovers from Guerlain and fantastic cocktails too! What more can you ask for?

Whether you are single and ready to mingle or lost in love, The Orchid Show has a little something for everyone!

What is your favorite flower?

(Remember you get extra credit in the giveaway for answering this question as a comment below!)

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FTC Disclosure: This is NOT a sponsored post, no monetary compensation has been received to post our recap of the show or host this giveaway, and all opinions are 100% my own!  We were provided access to show for editorial consideration. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 16 CFR, Part 255 - Guides Concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising, you may check our Giveaway and Disclosure Page for additional information regarding Ascending Butterfly Disclosure.

24 comments:

  1. Haha, so THAT's what it was. I can't even remember what I guessed, but I know this is not it :)

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  2. Probably my favorite butterfly would be the Monarch. But that is the only name of the butterfly I know.

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  3. My favorite flower is actually a group of flowers. I'm a big fan of any Tiger Lilly. They are gorgeous, and there are so many different kinds.

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  4. This looks like such a fun event! If only I was in New York!

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  5. If I lived closer, this would totally make a great night out! I would go with my husband!

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  6. A three tier chandelier of orchids sounds like a sight to see indeed! This would be cool to go to.

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  7. Sounds great, wish I lived closer that would be an amazing event! I am a huge white rose lover. I think they are just stunning!

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  8. I am so jealous. I don't think I could be live farther from New York, unless I were in Alaska. What a lovely, sophisticated evening. Luck you.

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  9. I always love going to botanical gardens! I don't live close to NY, but if I did. I would totally stop in to visit this one!

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  10. Wow, would have never guessed an orchid. It definitely had a tropical flair to it!

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  11. This looks like so much fun. I wish i was in New York. But, only for a visit, i don't think i could live w/ the city.

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  12. I guessed a pineapple last week, so I feel special that I was at least close. My favorite flower is the Calla Lily.

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  13. I never would have thought it was an orchid. Ever. But going to this show would be incredible and smell heavenly!

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  14. I would have never guessed it was an orchid. they are one of my favorites.

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  15. I do like to go to botanical gardens. :) That's cool that it was an Orchid.

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  16. Yhay is awesome. I thought it had to be some kind of flower.

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  17. This would be an amazing show to go to. I love Orchids.

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  18. I love garden shows and orchids are one of my favorite flowers. It would be a lot of fun to attend.

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  19. That sounds like a wonderful event. If I was near NY I would totally attend. I love going to botanical gardens and cant wait for warmer weather.

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  20. Oh gosh I wish I lived closer - I would love to attend this event!

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  21. Well I missed your WW pic and now will have to go find it. Orchids are a beautiful flower... one of my faves!

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  22. Great event I will be in Ny this summer! Good luck to the winner!

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  23. Sunflowers have always been my favorite ! So pretty!

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  24. I love roses and daisies. Sounds like a fun giveaway! Hope you have a great weekend!

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