Laura Dowling will speak Monday at Centralia College.
A Chehalis woman who spent several years as the White House’s florist will speak next week about her experiences at Centralia College.
Laura Dowling, author of three books including “Floral Diplomacy,” is scheduled to speak at 6 p.m. Monday at Transalta Commons.
Dowling will share tips for creating the “ultimate bouquet” and give a sneak preview of her new book, “Wreaths” due out in October.
Dowling was selected in 2009 by Michelle Obama to be Chief Floral Designer at the White House.
Dowling is an annual presenter at the Philadelphia Flower Show, a regular speaker at national, regional and local horticultural associations, garden clubs and museums. Her flower designs have been featured in design magazines and on Home and Garden Television (HGTV).
She is a graduate of Centralia College and the University of Washington.
The event is free. Books will be available for purchase.
