Learn how to collect native flowers from Project Native’s seed bank and meadow on Saturday, August 16 from 10 – noon with Lou Kratt. Each participant will learn how to collect floral materials, conditioning methods, and will design their own arrangement to take home. Creative ideas for unique containers will be discussed as well as using branches and grasses to achieve unique designs. Participants should bring 2-3 containers to design in, pruners, and scissors. Dress appropriately for the weather. Please bring a good hat, sunscreen, gloves, water bottle, and closed-toe shoes. This is a rain or shine event. Pre-registration required. *To register call BCC at 413-236-5202. Project Native is located at 342 N. Plain Road, Route 41, Housatonic, MA.