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  • Home & garden events: Find workshops, tours, farmers markets and more

    Home & garden events: Find workshops, tours, farmers markets and more

    ‘Free Food for Life’ workshop

    At this make-and-take workshop, learn how one sweet potato can feed you for the rest of your life. This kid-friendly event is hosted by the Owen Park Neighborhood Community. Matthew Woodson of Front Yard Gardens LLC will teach you to make paper pots, fill them with soil and send you on your way with free sweet potato plants that you can eat for the rest of your life.

    WHERE: 554 N. Santa Fe Ave.

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    Annual Water Garden Tour

    This self-guided tour, presented by the Green Country Water Garden Society, has 10 stops. Meet water garden owners to talk about their vision, process and challenges.

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    WHERE: Various locations

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    PhilBark Dog Days

    Dog Days at Philbrook Museum are every third Sunday. Leashed dogs will be allowed throughout the outdoor gardens. Please bring your own bowl to fill at water fountains and enjoy a stroll and outdoor seating with your leashed canine friend. Owners must clean up promptly after their pets. Waste stations will be provided. Dogs must be current on all vaccinations and registrations. Dogs must be socialized and well-behaved. Philbrook staff reserves the right to ask owners to leave campus with their pet. Dogs are not allowed inside the galleries. Service animals are always welcome.

    WHERE: Philbrook Museum of Art, 2727 S. Rockford Road

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    Father’s Day Car Show

    See cars on display from the Heart of Route 66 Auto Museum and other car clubs and enthusiasts at Tulsa Botanic Garden. Advance tickets recommended.

    WHERE: Tulsa Botanic Garden, 3900 Tulsa Botanic Drive

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    Horticultural Hand Drawing

    June 17, June 24, July 1

    In this three-week series, attendees will learn the art of hand drawing with some of the Teaching Garden’s finest specimens. Instructor Barrie Lamberton is renowned in skill and in teaching. Purchase of this workshop covers all three sessions, and students are expected to attend all three sessions. A supply list will be provided, though students are encouraged to purchase custom supply kits with handmade bags made by Barrie at the first class session. Space is limited, and preregistration is required.

    WHERE: Teaching Garden Helmerich Classroom, 2435 S. Peoria Ave.

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    Sips and Succulents

    Create succulent arrangements with Southwood Home and Garden staff at Mother Road Market. Tickets include all the supplies needed to make a small open air plant terrarium or a potted succulent arrangement.

    WHERE: Mother Road Market, 1124 S. Lewis Ave.

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    Flower Arranging Workshop

    At this hands-on workshop led by Philbrook horticulturists, participants will use flowers from the Philbrook gardens to make an arrangement to take home.

    WHERE: Philbrook Museum of Art, 2727 S. Rockford Road

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    Kokedama with Southwood Home & Garden

    Learn how to make your own kokedama, a Japanese gardening technique that does not require a pot. Kokedama provides a whimsical way to display your plant as living decor. All supplies will be provided.

    WHERE: Mother Road Market, 1124 S. Lewis Ave.

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    Glasshouse Gold Gatsby: Conservatory’s 100th birthdayJune 29

    The Lord & Burnham Conservatory at the mansion at Woodward Park has housed beloved plant collections for 100 years. In 2022, the conservatory underwent a vital restoration with funds raised by Tulsa Garden Center. It has since reopened just in time for its centennial celebration.

    On June 29, a conservatory dedication will be held. This event is free and open to the public. Later in the evening, a ticketed, 1920s-themed party, Glasshouse Gold Gatsby, will feature live swing music, an ice cream social and more.

    WHERE: Tulsa Garden Center at Woodward Park, 2435 S. Peoria Ave.

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    Windchimes and Wine WorkshopJune 29

    Get creative and unwind with Garden Deva Sculpture’s Windchimes & Wine class, a relaxing two-hour experience. Instructors will guide participants through creating a unique and whimsical windchime using artful metal pieces and colorful beads.

    WHERE: Garden Deva, 1326 E. Third St.

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    First Friday Horticulture ToursJuly 5

    Take a walking tour to learn more about what’s blooming in the botanic garden. Tours are led by horticulture team members and last from 30 to 45 minutes. Topics and locations will vary with each tour. Tours are free with admission, but spaces are limited. Please reserve your space with advance tickets online.

    WHERE: Tulsa Botanic Garden, 3900 Tulsa Botanic Drive

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    Second Saturday Dog Day

    Dogs are welcome on this special day at Tulsa Botanic Garden. Free pup cups are available while supplies last. Dogs must be up to date on all registrations and vaccinations and must be controlled on a non-retractable 6-foot leash at all times. Owners are required to clean up after their pups. Maximum of two dogs per household. Please bring your own water bowl.

    WHERE: Tulsa Botanic Garden, 3900 Tulsa Botanic Drive

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    Braum’s An Affair of the HeartJuly 12-14

    Shop hundreds of makers, artists and small retailers offering jewelry, clothing, gourmet foods, art, crafts, home goods, garden decor and more. Admission is $12 and good for unlimited re-entry throughout the weekend. Kids 12 and under get in free.

    WHERE: SageNet Center at Expo Square, 4145 E. 21st St.

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    MARKETS Tulsa Farmers Market

    Stop by between 7-11 a.m. on Saturdays to see what local farmers and vendors have in stock.

    WHERE: Kendall Whittier district at Admiral Boulevard and South Lewis Avenue

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    Downtown Tulsa Midweek Market

    Shop and support local farmers and artisans at the Downtown Tulsa Midweek Market from 5-8 p.m. every Wednesday through June 26. Find everything from fresh produce to handmade goods.

    WHERE: Chapman Green, 600 S. Main St.

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    Rose District Farmers Market

    The Rose District Farmers Market is located in downtown Broken Arrow in the award-winning Rose District. The market runs from April to October, and hours are 4-8 p.m. Tuesdays and 8 a.m.-noon Saturdays.

    WHERE: 418 S. Main St., Broken Arrow

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    Sapulpa Main Street Route 66 Farmers Market

    The Sapulpa Farmers Market is open from 4 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Thursdays through October at Herald Square. Find fruits, vegetables, plants, meat, farm-fresh eggs, jams, baked goods, pecans and more.

    WHERE: 16 Park St., Sapulpa

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    Rogers County Farmers MarketThis farmers market in Claremore offers items such as plants, fresh meat, eggs, sourdough bread, cookies, laundry soap and dishwasher tablets, goat milk soap and lotion, butter, fresh produce and more every Saturday through October. Hours are 7-11 a.m.

    WHERE: 200 S. Lynn Riggs Blvd., Claremore

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    Owasso Farmer and Artisan MarketScore your local, fresh produce, baked goods and artisan crafts in Owasso every Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon. The market runs through Oct. 5.

    WHERE: 109 N. Main St., Owasso

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    Skiatook Farmers Market

    This market runs from 4 p.m. to dark on Saturdays at the intersection of Oklahoma highways 11 and 20. The season continues until Sept. 28. Find fresh, local produce, vendors, salsa, jams, lemonade, woodwork, beef jerky and more.

    WHERE: Intersection of Oklahoma 11 and 20

    FOR MORE: The has a public Facebook group page.

    Bixby Farmers Market

    Open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every other Sunday, the Bixby Farmers Market offers homegrown veggies, goat cheese, freshly baked breads and pastries, as well as canned vegetables, preserves and more. The next day for the market is Sunday, June 16.

    WHERE: Charley Young Park, 50 W. Dawes Ave., Bixby

  • Historic Home and Garden Tour cultivates city’s “built heritage”

    Historic Home and Garden Tour cultivates city’s “built heritage”

    Connie and Karen agree that sense of place, how a city weaves one into its story, is a singular and wonderful feeling.
    Connie and Karen agree that sense of place, how a city weaves one into its story, is a singular and wonderful feeling.

    With summer on the horizon, ARCH, Inc. is inviting the public to celebrate the season, as well as the city’s richly unique “built heritage” with its annual home and garden tour in the historic South Wayne neighborhood.

    The event takes place next Saturday, June 22 and will feature 10 historic homes plus an additional garden.

    The heart of the neighborhood is a National Register of Historic Places District, which affords tour participants a mix of architectural styles to enjoy, along with the stories of the people who built the neighborhood.

    As the organization, one of the oldest historic preservation groups in the country, looks toward its 50th anniversary next year, it also sees the torch being passed from retiring Executive Director, Connie Haas Zuber to interim Executive Director, Karen Richards.

    Here WBOI’s Julia Meek discusses the impact of this popular annual event with both directors, and why the community must continue to build on its accomplishments.

    Event Information:
    2024 South Wayne Historic Home and Garden Tour
    Saturday, June 22, Fort Wayne
    10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
    Advance Admission:
    $15 for adults and $10 for under 18
    Tour Headquarters: 3000 S. Wayne Ave.
    and South Wayne Elementary School

    You may find more information and order tickets at the &

  • Here’s how to use green mulch as a ground cover in your garden, plus top plants for sun and shade

    Here’s how to use green mulch as a ground cover in your garden, plus top plants for sun and shade

    They’re not the tallest plants in the forest, the brightest nor the showiest, yet groups of tiny ground covers still stop Elyse Jurgen on hikes.

    She snapped a photo in Lancaster County Park of a mix of mayapples and sedges. Another photo of Virginia creeper, several sedges and bloodroot was a swoon-worthy scene, she says.

    “This is what nature does,” Jurgen says. “It just wants to cover every square foot.”

    It’s possible to borrow this idea in home gardens, using plants as living mulch. Instead of using chipped wood or rocks between plants, this green mulch creates beautiful ecological gardens, keeps weeds away and is less work.

    “Just putting in this layer will reduce your time significantly in the garden and you can enjoy it more and not have to be out there pulling weeds as much,” Jurgen says.

    The green mulch class she recently taught was so important, registration was open to people outside of the habitat advocate program offered by Lancaster Conservancy. Starting with ground cover plants has been most useful way for gardeners to build habitat, she says.

  • Luxury Furniture Market Current Trends and Future Aspect Analysis 2031

    Luxury Furniture Market Current Trends and Future Aspect Analysis 2031


    Luxury furniture represents the pinnacle of design and craftsmanship. Made from premium materials like wood, leather, and glass, these pieces elevate the aesthetics of homes, offices, and hospitality spaces. The market is fragmented, with established brands coexisting alongside regional players focused on bespoke offerings.

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    Market Size and Growth

    Estimates suggest the global luxury furniture market reached a value of USD 36.60 billion in 2022. This is expected to surge further, with projections indicating a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 5.2% to 5.9% during the forecast period, reaching a value between USD 42.16 billion and USD 61.57 billion by 2031.

    Market Segmentation

    The luxury furniture market can be segmented based on various factors:

    By Service Type: Design and consultation services are often bundled with luxury furniture purchases.
    By Sourcing Type: The market caters to both locally-sourced and imported furniture.
    By Application: Luxury furniture finds application in residential, hospitality, and commercial spaces.
    By Industry Vertical: Designers, architects, and high-end retailers play a role in the market.
    By Region: North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific are the leading regions, with Asia-Pacific exhibiting the highest growth potential.