Creativity Blooms: Meet Our 2024 Street Garden Winners
Portland's Choice Winner: Upcycled Elegance in the Street Garden Project Kerianne Burchardt, owner of Savvy Swap Consignment at 275 Main Street, won the Portland's Choice Award in the 2024 Street Garden Project. The styled mannequin that is part of the floral display is made from thrifted materials - including the skirt which was on consignment and never sold. Summer intern Marija custom-made the bodice which was adorned with fake flowers from Goodwill - all which complimented the real pink geraniums featured in the containers. Connecticut Valley School's Garden Strikes a Chord with Judges Connecticut Valley School of Music and Dance, at 226 Main Street, placed second in the Container Garden Category and also won Most Creative Garden Award in the 2024 Street Garden Project. Dave Kuzminski (left) and Morgan Geres (right) pose with their winning garden. Flavorful Success: Concentric Brewing Co. Wins Big with Themed Herb Garden Concentric Brewing Co., at 91 Main Street, placed