Wednesday, April 26, 2017

{Mothers Day #Giveaway} Win a pair of passes to #CHIHULYNIGHTS from @Ascending1 & @NYBG #ChihulyNYBG

Coming up empty on Mother's Day Gift Ideas this year?

Tired of the same old same old?

How about an experience instead?

I recently attended the media preview day of  the latest Exhibition at The New York Botanical Garden for Dale Chihuly which will run through late October (10/29 to be precise).

As usual, I have taken more photos than I can possibly fit into one post so I will create a Pinterest Board that will be a work in progress of the exhibition. (When the board is completed the words "Pinterest Board" will become clickable).

Do you think Mom would like an experience that combines nature, art, and music in a very special setting?

I come with a Special Giveaway!

The 'evening version' of this exhibition called 'CHIHULY Nights' where the exhibition will be infused with an almost magical energy as the artworks created by Dale Chihuly will be illuminated which will heighten the drama and luminous quality of Dale Chihuly's colors and forms when lit under the evening sky is all yours, read through for your chance to win a pair of tickets to CHIHULY Nights at New York Botanical Garden.

In the Visitor Center plaza there will be a rotating lineup of performing artists and musicians, and Avion Tequila cocktails will also be available for purchase.

Media Day Intro:


AboveThe New York Botanical Garden is the perfect setting for Dale Chihuly’s art,” said Gregory Long, Chief Executive Officer and The William C. Steere Sr. President of NYBG. “Our historic landscape is an open-air museum, providing a thrilling opportunity for our visitors to see the spectacular installations, especially when they will be lit at night. The exhibition will be a more holistic look at the legacy of Chihuly the artist. We are extremely grateful to our sponsors and everyone whose support is making it possible for us to bring this experience to our existing and new audiences.”




Above: The artist had a show at the New York Botanical Garden in 2006, but the NYBG says the new exhibit is much larger and much more fully-realized. Gregory Long (pictured above), the NYBG’s president, referenced the 2006 show as “only a taste of the real thing… this one is bigger and better.” CHIHULY incorporates a broader and more diverse terrain across the garden, from inside the Enid Haupt Conservatory to the Metz Library and all around the wooded grounds.


There are more than 20 installations of Chihuly’s beautiful glass works all in all. His staff and the NYBG worked together for two years as they prepared for the opening and installation of the works took three weeks, with many large trucks from Seattle delivering the glass pieces.

Above: Citron Sun by Dale Chihuly welcomes visitors to the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory at New York Botanical Garden.


Above: Citron Sun Close Up!


Above: I couldn't resist the temptation to get super close up and capture the vibrant color and detail in this installation.

Where Nature Meets Art:

Above: I loved the Dragon Tree 'Colorama' juxtaposed against Dale Chihuly White Tower with Fiori New York Botanical Garden, CHIHULY 2017 - Photo Credit Tracy Iglesias

Above: I zoomed in to get a close up on the vibrant color and detail on this installation as well

Above: I thought I'd get in close to the bottom of the installation as it makes it appear as if it is growing straight up out of the rocks!

Above: CHIHULY Exhibition Scarlet and Yellow Icicle Tower, New York Botanical Garden 2017 Photo Credit: Tracy Iglesias


Above: CHIHULY NEON (don't worry I got a close up, see photo below)

Above: NEON by Dale Chihuly - yes I zoom in again for a bit more detail, see below

Above: Neon 206, a busy outdoor work that features over 1,100 feet of neon and acrylic arranged into a glorious tangle!

Above: I spot Blue Herons by Dale Chihuly poking out from the Native Plants in the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory, New York Botanical Garden 2017 CHIHULY Exhibiion. Photo Credit: Tracy Iglesias



Above: The juxtaposition of the plant life with the art installations is captivating and a photographers dream! Photo Credit: Tracy Iglesias



MY TAKE:

My recap coverage is so extensive I will have to split into a few pieces so you can get a sense for how much of the grounds the exhibition really covers! I can't wait to experience the installations by night as well so I can see the pieces lit up against the night sky. So keep checking back for our Wordless Wednesdays - they won't be wordless because obviously - I am never wordless - but they will be photo heavy!

I love this exhibit and can't wait to check it out at night!

WIN IT:

Tell us your favorite memory experience with your mom! Leave a comment on this post on a cherished memory with your mom and don't forget to use the rafflecopter widget to enter the contest. Did you have a favorite place you would always visit with your mom?

Use the rafflecopter widget below to enter (if the widget seems 'stuck' just refresh your browser, it might have 'fallen asleep while you were reading!):

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Please Note: This giveaway is only open to those 21 years of age and above. Ascending Butterfly will NOT be held responsible if you are denied access to the event or bar because winner or guest is not of age, there are NO subsitutions to this prize)

The Prize: This giveaway includes one pair of passes to CHIHULY NIGHTS (one winner and one guest) It does NOT include airfare, hotel, parking or any additional expenses.

Leave a comment on this post on a cherished memory with your mom and don't forget to use the rafflecopter widget to enter the contest.

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FTC Disclosure: No monetary compensation has been received, and all opinions are 100% my own! I covered the Media Day as press and the giveaway is sponsored by NYBG but NOT compensated. 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.

Thursday, April 6, 2017

Join @Ascending1 in #Brooklyn @worldmarket for the Children’s Story Time Event in honor of #NationalLibraryMonth

ad: This is a compensated campaign brought to you in conjunction with Cost Plus World Market

Cost Plus World Market Children’s Story Time Event in honor National Library Month


Photo Collage of March 2017 DIY Easter Treat Jars Workshop, Cost Plus World Market Brooklyn, NY
Photo Collage of March 2017 DIY Easter Treat Jars Workshop, Cost Plus World Market Brooklyn, NY - Press Photo to make bigger or see it on Instagram @Ascending1
This Cost Plus World Market Brand Ambassador is co-hosting a Children's Story Time Event at my local Cost Plus World Market (Brooklyn, 850 Third Avenue), there are a few other US locations hosting this event as well, and guess what?

YOU are invited! RSVP HERE!

Sometimes the cool stuff I do is "Press Only", but this time around you can come to!

Details:


Join us to celebrate National Library Month with our Let's Read Children's Story Time Event! On Saturday, April 8th from 1pm - 3pm (your local time) we will be hosting Children’s Story Time, enjoying snacks and treats and handing out Children’s Activity Sheets created by Laura Kelly Walters of www.meandmyinklings.com.

DEAL: BUY ONE, GIVE ONE* Children's Books.

Buy one children's book and get one free. If you choose to donate your free book, we'll deliver it to a local elementary school.

WIN IT: Enter in store for a chance to win a $100 World Market gift card**! Raffle drawing will take place Saturday, April 8th at 3pm.

Local bloggers will serve as special guests leading the Let's Read Children's Story Time Event at the following Cost Plus World Market stores:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Phoenix, AZ (2501... W Happy Valley Road Suite 22 Phoenix, AZ)- Vanessa Coppola of www.seevanessacraft.com

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Goodyear, AZ (885 South Cotton Lane Goodyear, AZ)

- Laura Peterson of www.pinkcakeplate.com

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - San Diego, CA (372 4th Avenue San Diego, CA)

- Alli Ward of www.madewithhappy.com

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Westlake Village, CA (160 Promenade Way Suite 1 Westlake Village, CA)
- Stacy Molter of www.fancyshanty.com

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Oceanside, CA (2140 Vista Way Oceanside, CA)
- Kylie Jenkins of
www.madebyaprincessparties.com

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - San Diego, CA (10455 Reserve Drive Suite 150 San Diego, CA)
- Elizabeth Light of
www.1111lightlane.com

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Framingham, MA (1 Worcester Road Unit 501 Framingham, MA)
- Amanda Light of
www.primandpropah.com

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Durham, NC (6807 Fayetteville Road Suite 114 Durham, NC)
- Shelby Vanhoy of www. prettyinthepines.com

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Raleigh, NC (5900 Poyner Anchor Lane Suite 121 Raleigh, NC)
- Paula Jones of
www.bellalimento.com

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Albuquerque, NM (3301 Menaul Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM)- Ciera Hudson of www.yourstrulyciera.com

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Brooklyn, NY (850 Third Avenue, Brooklyn, NY)
- Tracy Iglesias of www.ascendingbutterfly.com

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Portland, OR (2315 NW Westover Road Portland, OR)
- Carissa Bonham of www.creativegreenliving.com

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Columbia, SC (6090 Garners Ferry Rd Suite B Columbia, SC)
- Alli Smith of
www.anallievent.com

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Corpus Christi, TX (5425 S Padre Island Dr Ste 136D Corpus Christi, TX)- Rebecca Fry of www.mysparklinglife.com

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Pharr, TX (500 N. Jackson Road Pharr, TX)- Marina John of www.mommysnippets.com

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Arlington, TX (239 Curtis Mathes Way Arlington, TX)
- Julie Grimmett of www.juliemeasures.com

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Bee Cave, TX (12700 Shops Parkway Suite 200 Bee Cave, TX)
- Kay Zarrugh

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Addison, TX (13912 Dallas Parkway Dallas, TX 75240)- Mariah Leeson of www.gigglesgalore.com

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Waco, TX (4633 S. Jack Kultgen Expressway Suite 103 Waco, TX)- Juli Purcell of www.flirtingwithflavor.com

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Cottonwood Heights, UT (6960 South Park Centre Drive Cottonwood Heights, UT)- Tauni Everett of www.taunieverett.com

You are certainly welcome to come as you are, but be sure to RSVP first so the stores will have a headcount and know just how much supplies to have in stock so they don't run out!

Remember the event I told you about in March? Here are some photos from the DIY Easter Treat Jars Workshop that I led at the Cost Plus World Market location in Brooklyn (just press on the shots to make them bigger):

March 2017 DIY Easter Treat Jars Workshop, Cost Plus World Market Brooklyn, NY
Above: DIY Easter Treat Jars Workshop at Cost Plus World Market, Brooklyn, NY

March 2017 DIY Easter Treat Jars Workshop, Cost Plus World Market Brooklyn, NY
Above: Had to get a shot of that signage - I'm the "Discovery of the Day"

March 2017 DIY Easter Treat Jars Workshop, Cost Plus World Market Brooklyn, NY























Above: All smiles with her freshly created Easter Treat Jars! (and I have to point out that I was living for her boots! And that vest though! Total Fashion Plate here!)
























Above: Who could resist this dimpled smile?

March 2017 DIY Easter Treat Jars Workshop, Cost Plus World Market Brooklyn, NY























Above: So I lucked up with all kinds of cuteness stopping by to make jars with me! Doesn't she have the cutest smile?

March 2017 DIY Easter Treat Jars Workshop, Cost Plus World Market Brooklyn, NY























Above: This mom and daughter tag team made a few jars! I thought it was neat she also made jars for her younger cousins too, super thoughtful!

March 2017 DIY Easter Treat Jars Workshop, Cost Plus World Market Brooklyn, NY
















Above: You all know I can't resist photos were someone is totally immersed in what they are doing.

March 2017 DIY Easter Treat Jars Workshop, Cost Plus World Market Brooklyn, NY
















Above: Our table got pretty busy!

March 2017 DIY Easter Treat Jars Workshop, Cost Plus World Market Brooklyn, NY























Above: I love this family! A very proud Mother-in-Law declared with much pride that her son-in-law is a model!

March 2017 DIY Easter Treat Jars Workshop, Cost Plus World Market Brooklyn, NY
















Above: Got another shot of a mom and daughter at work!

March 2017 DIY Easter Treat Jars Workshop, Cost Plus World Market Brooklyn, NY























Above: Melinda Rivera displays her Easter Treat Jars

March 2017 DIY Easter Treat Jars Workshop, Cost Plus World Market Brooklyn, NY























Above: Melinda Rivera also turned out to be the lucky raffle winner, Store Manager James presents her with her Gift Card

March 2017 DIY Easter Treat Jars Workshop, Cost Plus World Market Brooklyn, NY





















Above: Left: Raffle Winner Melinda Rivera, Right: Yours Truly Tracy from Ascending Butterfly - don't you just love her daughter's pink bow? and look to our left a customer brought in a poodle! The kids loved that! :)

March 2017 DIY Easter Treat Jars Workshop, Cost Plus World Market Brooklyn, NY




































Above: Had to get a shot of some of that Easter Goodness used to make Easter Baskets!

My Take:

It was so much fun leading this workshop and I can't wait for this Saturday. I have always been an avid reader and participating in this upcoming event in honor of National Library Month is right up my alley!

And not that I'm dropping hints or anything, but stay tuned I am cooking up something special for May my butterflies!

Readers Sound Off: Is there a location near you participating? Which demo did YOU RSVP for? What is your favorite book? What is your child's favorite book?

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FTC Disclosure: Compensated post/campaign however all thoughts and opinions are my own.  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 see our  Disclosure Page for additional information.

Things that lure Ascending Butterfly out of her butterfly cocoon of fabulosity: Electronics/Technology (yes I am a Gadget Geek first!), Fashion, Jewelry, Bubbly/Spirits, Foodie/Restaurants, Photography and Travel.

Unless it's charity related, If a campaign doesn't pay, this butterfly won't want to play.

Smile if you got this far, twirl around twice and sing Mariah Carey's Butterfly. Still here? Now go make someone happy today.