November 16, 2009

America in Bloom
Planting Pride in Your Community 

 
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Collierville, Tennessee
20,001-50,000 Population Category Winner in 2009
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Get In On the Excitement & Community-Building Momentum!
 
 
It's time to register your community to participate in the 2010 edition of America in Bloom.

The deadline to register is February 28, BUT if you register by December 31 we'll give you a FREE "Best Ideas" book ($50 retail value) that outlines the best ideas from AIB cities over the years.

So register now (online or download the form) to get this valuable resource at absolutely no cost to you.

Introspection: The Year of Luxuries and Necessities

By AIB President Marvin Miller, Ball Horticultural Company

The last year has certainly been tumultuous. Last November we elected a new president, and in the months leading up to that election, Americans were offered choices that had never before been presented in presidential campaigns.
 
For many months prior, there had been a legitimate female contender for the presidential nomination, and in the end, there was another woman running as Vice President. There was an African-American running for President on one of the major party's ticket. 

AIB President Wins Prestigious Industry Award
 
Congratulations to AIB President Marvin Miller for winning the 2009 SAF Paul Ecke Jr Award, a recognition for exemplary devotion to the profession, industry, and community.

Learn more about why Marvin earned this recognition.
Plants on TV - The Botany of Desire Film
 
The Botany of Desire: A plant's-eye view of the world by Michael Pollan has been transformed into a documentary that takes viewers on an eye-opening exploration of the human relationship with the plant world - as seen from the plant's point of view.

The show features how four familiar species -  the apple, the tulip, marijuana, and the potato - evolved to satisfy our yearnings for sweetness, beauty, intoxication, and control.

View the YouTube preview or the film's web site.
Thank You To All AIB Supporters! Join The List Today!
 
The AIB Board of Directors would like to thank everyone for their support this year! From our enthusiastic communities, to dedicated judges and volunteers, to all of the sponsors - we couldn't do it without you!

As 2009 draws to a close, please remember that America in Bloom is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit program that will appreciate your tax deductible contributions.
 

What is America in Bloom
What is America in Bloom? Attendees at the recent AIB Symposium & Awards Program said AIB is:
  • a nationwide program that brings a community together to beautify inside and out.
  • a unique, informative, and creative concept to highlight your community and improve overall involvement of neighborhoods.
  • an organization dedicated to making communities more vital by adding color and greenery throughout the town.
  • a teaching experience to educate rather than criticize.
  • a beautification program for each community that nurtures volunteerism.
  • a great resource and motivator to improve our city's public image as well as sales revenue for downtown businesses.
  • a vehicle to coordinate community improvement.
  • a community building and enhancement program.
  • a wonderful shot in our community's arm.
  • a contest that can be used to generate enthusiasm and education for community wide improvement projects...the contest is a catalyst for action on a continuing basis.
     
    Get in on this excitement and community-building momentum! Register today!
  • Have a Story or Photos to Share?
    We would love to hear from you! Tell us about AIB activities in your community, or let us know about a community you have visited that should get involved with AIB. E-mail your story to Laura Kunkle, [email protected].
     
    Find America in Bloom on the web at www.americainbloom.org.