This event has passed. Richard Glenn Melanie currently serves as President of the Board of Directors of Musica Viva NY, a classical choral performance group in New York, and is a member of the Dean’s Advisory Council of the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study at Harvard. From daylilies to trees and shrubs, she then worked for Schartner Farms, growing perennials and annuals. In 2014, Linda got her chance and began working inside the mansion, in the Archives. Blithewold, Inc. better reflected the transformation into a fiscally and administratively strong organization. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum has exceeded the $3-million mark in its capital and endowment campaign. Pamela Baldwin Gurney's Newport Resort & Marina Lodging Over 100 Rooms. Sign up to receive What’s Up In Newport Today in your inbox every morning! Hoffman also serves as secretary of the board of directors of Blithewold, Inc. Karen Binder will represent the town of Bristol on the Discover Newport Board of Directors. Binder is the Executive Director of Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum in Bristol, a post she has held since July 2004. FASRI’s Board of Trustees is a dedicated group of volunteers comprised of FASRI parents and leaders from the local community. Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum has exceeded the $3-million mark in its capital and endowment campaign. John Tschirch Work Experience and Education. The board of directors of the Newport Music Festival has appointed Pamela A. Pantos as their new executive director. Business Directory; About Mount Kisco. Click on date below to register: May 21 . Vivien Hassenfeld Blithewold, with its sweeping lawn and fantastic views of Narragansett Bay, is the perfect location to take sunset pictures. 401-253-2707 ext 16, Jillian Cleveland, Communications Assistant and Registrar, For Jillian Cleveland, it was love at first sight when she began interning at Blithewold, so much so she came back the next summer, before becoming a permanent fixture in the communications department. Susan Hibbitt Business Directory; About Mount Kisco. She ensures that all Blithewold volunteers share their pride and enthusiasm for Blithewold with each of our guests. 401-253- 7777, Sue Axelrod, started at Blithewold in December, 2001 through Accountemps. Blithewold also offers the North Garden for morning wedding ceremonies Saturdays and Sundays from May through October starting at 10:00am. 401-253- 7777, I was born in Albany, New York and raised just outside the city in Delmar. At the end of a long retail management career, Sue Legault was looking for a volunteer opportunity when she discovered that help was needed for Christmas at Blithewold. Blithewold Inc Inactive 1 Board of Directors Excel Known Addresses for Joan Abrams. Abrams was also a Board member and President of both Festival Ballet and Blithewold Mansions. As a Master Gardener and longtime Blithewold member who had always loved the holiday season at the Mansion, she immediately responded and put her retail background to use in the gift shop. Ground was broken in September of 1985 and nearly 2 years later, the group’s vision for Wichita had become a reality. PROVIDENCE (July 18, 2017) – Gregory N. Hoffman was recently appointed to the Board of Directors of Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Blithewold is a Libraries, Historical Societies and Landmark Preservation charity located in Bristol, RI. Pantos' extensive experience from a … Allan Millora, Membership, Group Tour Coordinator, Culinary & Photography, Allan Millora’s background in membership sales, marketing, photography, and special events makes Blithewold a perfect place for his role as Membership Coordinator, Registrar, Tea Manager, and Photographer. Mary Warlop He sold the business and began working as a subcontractor with Dynamic Results, doing broadband upgrades for Media One, ATT and Comcast. Tom McDonough All rights reserved. Hoffman is an associate at Barton Gilman focusing his practice on civil litigation, family law, and probate matters in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. This historic property is situated on Bristol Harbor and offers sweeping views of Narragansett Bay. Board of Directors; Our President; News; Join Us. Preserve Rhode Island (formerly the Heritage Foundation of Rhode Island) announced that it has transferred ownership of Bristol’s Blithewold Mansion, Gardens, and Arboretum to Blithewold Inc. The Board of Directors reviewed the six steps to success and approved a change in the corporate name in 2006. She also loves that there is so much activity every day: decorating for Christmas, teas, horticulture events & classes, kids camps, volunteers and so much more. Leading up to this position, Tree’s professional career has covered a wide range of industries, from hospitality and high tech, to Rhode Island’s signature non-profit arts organizations WaterFire and Trinity Rep. Graduating in 2009 with a bachelor’s degree in marketing from Johnson and Wales University and completing graphic design coursework at Rhode Island School of Design rounded out the toolset she needed to be a successful part of the Blithewold team. PROVIDENCE (July 18, 2017) – Gregory N. Hoffman was recently appointed to the Board of Directors of Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum. Joe Dewhirst, Treasurer Julie has previously worked with the Falmouth Service Center in Falmouth, MA, as Community Garden Coordinator, and at Heritage Museums and Gardens in Sandwich, MA, as Horticulturist and Plant Records Manager. 401-253-2707 ext 15, Connie Ganley, Volunteer & Vegetable Garden Manager, Connie Ganley is a native of the East Bay and a graduate of Rhode Island College. 495 Lexington is M-F 10am to 5pm 326 Lexington is By Appointment ©2020 Blithewold Home. I also enjoy hanging out with family and friends, especially while watching football. Located mid-way between Newport and Providence, Blithewold is considered one of the finest garden estates in New England. I grew up helping my father at our family’s florist and later wholesale greenhouse. In 2013, her love of gardening drew her to Blithewold, where she began as an intern. Sanne Kure-Jensen Robin Hall Margot Wolf, 101 Ferry Road (Rt. Blithewold’s headquarters are in 101 Ferry Road (Rt. The total funds raised for Cultivating the Future: The Campaign for Blithewold reached $3,077,000.. A reception will be held for donors on October 5. When she’s not designing or drawing, she’s an enthusiastic gamer, and lover of science fiction, baked goods, and all things sweet and edible. The Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum is an arboretum of 13 hectares (32 acres), located at 101 Ferry Road, Bristol, Rhode Island, midway between Newport and Providence, Rhode Island, on Bristol Harbor with views over Narragansett Bay.It includes a mansion, with a 4 hectares (9.9 acres) lawn and over 300 species of woody plants in its arboretum and gardens, … Prior to Blithewold, Binder worked for various YMCA associations throughout Rhode Island and Massachusetts. ARTISTS; MEDIA; VENUE; BUY TICKETS; BACK TO EVENTS « All Events. After serving his term he was employed in sales and management with both Ryder Truck Rental and Avis Truck Rental. Bristol, Rhode Island 02809 Want this story delivered right to your inbox? About Barton Gilman 101 Ferry Road, Bristol, RI 02809 - Tel: 401-253-2707 Call for information about classes, events, blooms and tours. Alan Hassenfeld Jeff Hirsh, Vice Chair Charity Contact Info. Bernstein Anniversary Concert Blithewold Tent. 401-254-6962, Gail Read, Horticulturist, Gardens and Greenhouse Manager, Dan Daley is no stranger to estate gardens, although that was not always the case. Flowering Trees with Director of Horticulture Fred Perry. Blithewold is a 888-273-9903 Nancy has 1 job listed on their profile. Hoffman also serves as secretary of the board of directors of Blithewold, Inc. Directors began to evaluate plan recommendations, establish plan priorities based on a variety of options, and implement activities that extend many years into the future. Arthur Parker M. Patricia Sisson He then went on to own his own business; Ted’s Barrington Norgetown. Parker serves on the Chairman’s Counsel for Blithewold Mansion and the Board of Directors for the Westport Land Conservation Trust and the Westport River Watershed Alliance. He serves as a member of the board of directors of the New England Chapter of ISA. In 2006, believing the property saved, the board of directors dropped “Save” from their name, becoming simply Blithewold, Inc. With this week’s transfer of ownership, that bold claim had been validated. GuideStar worked with BoardSource, the national leader in nonprofit board leadership and governance, to create this section, which enables organizations and donors to transparently share information about essential board leadership … After retiring he began working in building maintenance for Blithewold, where he remains an essential part of our team. Valerie MCCAIN . More than 15 years ago, he started his career in public horticulture, where his increasing passion for trees  led to his work as a RI licensed and ISA Certified Arborist. Mrs. Cynthia Sinclair. Porter Halyburton In 2007, he came over to the “green side” and he hasn’t looked back. Broadway at Blithewold celebrates four of the great Broadway musicals. Membership Application; Our Members. PROGRAM; MEDIA; VENUE; ARTISTS; BUY TICKETS; Menu. Broadway to Blithewold Blithewold Tent. After a career in the antiques field, she came to Blithewold with a passion for all things local: history, food, architecture, and people. After serving his term he was employed in sales and management with both Ryder Truck Rental and Avis Truck Rental. Board Leadership Practices. Blithewold 101 Ferry Road Bristol, RI 02809 tel: (401) 253-2707 fax: (401) 253-0412 EIN: 05-0503407 . The organization is run by Karen Binder and has an annual revenue of $1,686,358. 114), Bristol, Rhode Island, 02809, United States What is Blithewold’s phone number? Newport, R.I. — The board of directors of the Newport Music Festival has appointed Pamela A. Pantos as their new executive director. Facebook; Instagram; 495 LEXINGTON AVE. MT KISCO, NY 10549 (914) 666-7533 info@blithewoldhome.com With the assistance of the Wichita Park Board; site selection, building plans, and methods of funding were secured and finalized. Curtis Ley What’s Up In Newport County TodaySaturday, December 26By Ryan M. Belmore Good Morning, Hope you had a very nice and safe Christmas. Mohonk is a historic resort in upstate New York known for its natural beauty and extravagant show gardens. Nancy has 1 job listed on their profile. Its experienced trial attorneys appear regularly in the federal and state courts of Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut. Secretary, Board of Directors, Blithewold, Inc. President and former Vice President, Board of Directors, Roger Williams University School of Law Alumni Association; Member, Rhode Island Family Court Bench Bar Committee; Member, The Edward Gallogly Family Law Inns of Court; Member, American Bar Association Section of Family Law ; Member, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers … Join Director of Horticulture Fred Perry for a walk through the Arboretum to admire Blithewold’s flowering trees, a true sign that spring has arrived. Tree Callanan, Director of Communications & Visitor Experience, Tree first learned of Blithewold from her mother, who loved flower gardens, antiques, historic architecture, and all things beautiful. 401-253-2707 ext 21, Nicole Kowalsick, Director of Special Events, Nicole Kowalsick comes to us through our exclusive catering partnership with Blackstone Caterers, Nicole is the Director of Special Events for Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum and Blackstone Caterers. It has been the perfect fit: She has the opportunity to continue the activities she enjoyed during her retail career, buying and merchandising a small but active shop, while also experiencing firsthand the beauty of the gardens of Blithewold. Nicole and her husband, Chris, moved to Rhode Island 9 years ago and now call Portsmouth their home with their two children, Ryan, 4, and Emily, 2, along with their dog Marley! In 2009, she completed a Master’s degree in Museum Studies at Harvard University Extension School and started shifting away from her 20-year career in consumer research. Greg Hoffman, Secretary, Karen Barbera The Arboretum at Blithewold: A series of tree walks to celebrate Blithewold’s prized collection of trees, Sundays, 2-3 pm. GuideStar worked with BoardSource, the national leader in nonprofit board leadership and governance, to create this section, which enables organizations and donors to transparently share information about essential board leadership practices. These are our store Hours. He started out in computer technology and technical writing. Working with a group of specially trained volunteers, she has overseen the entry of more than 4500 objects into Blithewold’s collections database. She is past President of the Board of Directors for Save the Bay, where she co-chaired their Capital Campaign, and has been a Trustee and Co-Chair of the President’s Leadership Council. Mr. & Mrs. James Klau. DANIEL J. NADENICEK, FASLA, LALH president, is former dean of the University of Georgia College of Environment and Design and Constance Knowles Draper Chair in Environmental Design.A widely published scholar in the areas of historic preservation, landscape history, and urban design, Nadenicek previously served as chair of the Department of Planning … He was named by Super Lawyers as a Rhode Island Rising Star (2017-2020), and Rhode Island Monthly as an adoption, marital and family lawyer with Professional Excellence in the Law (2019-2020). Beginning with Cole Porter’s Anything Goes, be prepared to tap your feet to hits like You’re the Top and I Get a Kick Out of You. The property features a 45-room mansion filled with family heirlooms, and is framed by a series of gardens containing an exceptional collection of rare and unusual plants, specimen trees, and an accessible greenhouse. 401-253-2707. Over the course of the last 15 years, Sue has learned a great deal about gardening, taking home the lessons learned at Blithewold where she’s planted many flowers, bushes, shrubs & small trees. All credit card and transactional fees are included. BLITA International is governed by a Board of Directors which is responsible for implementing the strategies of the association, setting policies and priorities for the association, carefully selecting the members, and administering the finances. Board of Directors Tschirch Visiting Curator of Urban History Board of Directors the! 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