“The Stratford Daffodil Day committee members are excited to bring Daffodil Day to Stratford. We have been beavering away for the last two months preparing for the day and are looking forward to seeing the Stratford community support the day.”
The lunches have become so popular, this year the committee has extended the reach of the business packed lunches on offer. As in previous years, they will be delivered to Stratford businesses that have pre-ordered, while Hāwera businesses have also had the opportunity to pre-order the packed lunches this year.
“The Hāwera lunches will be made in time to then travel south and reach those businesses in South Taranaki who are supporting us this year with their lunch orders.”
A national daffodil shortage has meant the team has had to work hard to secure plenty of yellow blooms for the day, and Raewyn says people should get in early to secure a bunch of daffodils this year.
“We also have some beautiful arrangements on sale this year, in a handbag style, which are going to be really popular and are such a lovely way to present the flowers.”
Daffodil Day and Cancer Society-themed merchandise will also be on sale this year, with a pop-up shop on Wednesday giving shoppers the chance to get in early, as well as stalls during the day itself along with plenty of raffles.
Raewyn says the committee members are grateful to the Stratford community for all the support.
“Over the years, it has really become something Stratford gets behind brilliantly. As a committee, we are aware Daffodil Day has really become a Stratford community event.”
The Details:
Pop-up shop:
Where: Outside Stratford Pharmacy
When: Wednesday, August 23, 9.30am to 3pm.
Luncheon:
Where: Stratford War Memorial Centre
When: Friday, August 25, 11.30am to 1.30 pm
Cost: $12
Daffodils for sale:
Where: Outside Stratford Pharmacy
When: Friday, August 25, 9.30am — all sold
Cost: $8 a bunch or $15 for the handbag arrangement
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