Bloom & Brunch: A Mother’s Day to Remember
This past Motherʼs Day, we opened the gates to Rooted Flowers for our very first Bloom & Brunch, and what unfolded felt like something out of a dream. After weeks of gray skies and unpredictable spring weather, the sun showed up right on cue—and so did all of you.
Guests were greeted with a welcome drink, a fresh appetizer, and the soft sounds of a live string duet drifting through the air. It set the tone for the morning: calm, connected, and filled with beauty.
We began with a walking tour through our growing spaces—areas of the farm that are usually tucked out of sight. There’s something magical about sharing where it all begins: seed trays, bloom tunnels, rows coming to life. You could feel the quiet joy of people soaking it all in, from the scent of fragrant stock coming into bloom to the sound of bees working nearby.
After the tour, we made our way to the brunch table—set with flowers just harvested the day before and a meal thoughtfully prepared by Wheelhouse, using ingredients sourced from over 20 local farms. As if the moment needed anything more, Katherine Winston serenaded us with her voice while guests gathered, connected, and enjoyed the meal. It was heartfelt and grounding all at once.
We were honored to have Western Mass News stop by and capture the day, and even more honored to celebrate it with each of you. Bloom & Brunch wasn’t just a Mother’s Day event—it was a reflection of everything we’re growing here: beauty, connection, intention.
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Thank you to all the incredible vendors who helped bring this event to life, and to Rebecca Castonguay Photography for capturing it so beautifully. Below is a list of everyone involved in making Bloom & Brunch possible.
Caterers: Wheelhouse @Wheelhouse.farm
Rentals: Michaels Party Rentals @michaelspartyrentals
Linens: Nuage Designs @Nuagedesigninc
Duet: Arce Nova Sate Strings
Soloist: Katherine Winston @thekatwinston
Photographer: Rebecca Castonguay @rebeccacastonguayphotography
Videography: Zach Wonderlie
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