Flowers... for healing and hope:

Ikebana show to mark breast cancer month

Flowers arranged in an art form which brings out its beauty and serenity...through Ikebana the Japanese form of flower arranging, would be demonstrated at a fund raiser titled 'Pink ribbon bouquets sending rays of hope', at the Queen's Hotel, Kandy on October 11 from 4.00pm, the proceeds of which would be utilised to purchase medicines and other post operative requirements for women afflicted with breast cancer at the General Hospital, Kandy.

Christopher Lim, a Singaporean flower arranger, demonstrator, trainer and exhibitor is coming to Sri Lanka especially for this occasion and the patrons in Kandy would have the opportunity of seeing the latest trends in Ikebana when he weaves magic with flowers, leaves, branches etc ... an unforgettable experience.

This event is to create awareness of this beautiful art form.

There would also be a showcasing of talent in a mini exhibition of Ikebana floral arrangements. Additionally raffle tickets with airline tickets and boutique hotel stays are also currently in circulation, all for the purpose of giving the breast cancer patients the maximum requirements. October being the breast cancer month, and this may serve to be a gift from women to women.