For the flower arranging enthusiast, sign up with the Garden Club Federation of Massachusetts for the kick off of its 2017-2018 Back to Basics Series, Balance and Rhythm, presented by Thelma Shoneman at the Espousal Center. 554 Lexington Street in Waltham, on Monday September 18 at 10:30 am. The cost is $45 (must be a member of a GCFM Club).  To sign up, call 781-237-0336 during office hours (9-2, Tuesday through Thursday) and ask for the contact information for Ruth Evans, or email gardenclubfedma@gmail.com.