Montessori Holiday Wreaths On Sale Now

For the 15th year, Montessori offers Holiday Wreaths for sale

By Cathy Faulkner

It’s that time of year again! The 15^th Annual Orcas Montessori Wreath Sale is now underway and taking orders for the 2009 Holiday Season.

The wreaths are hand-made of noble fir and decorated with blue-berried juniper, yellow tipped incense cedar, pine cones and a festive red velvet bow.  They are available in 24”, 36”, and 40” diameter sizes at $25, $35 and $55 respectively. Cathy Faulkner, committee chair said, “With the economy the way it is, we wanted to keep our prices the same this year. What better way to shop local AND support Orcas children at the same time. Great for your home or business, and provide lovely gifts for everyone on your client or gift list.”

“Our annual wreath sale is a festive way to usher in the season while supporting a fantastic school program,” says Joe Thoron, of Orcas Montessori School Board,   “and special thanks also go to Island Hardware for their help in getting the wreaths to the island.”

Shipping service to anywhere in the US is available for an additional fee. Local orders will have 6 pick-up dates to choose from as well as additional hours throughout the shopping season. Delivery service is available for larger orders, local business or in cases of special needs.

There are several ways to place your order. Order forms are available at Orcas Montessori, 1147 North Beach Rd and online ordering is available at www.orcasmontessori.org/wreaths .  If you could prefer to order by phone or e-mail, contact Cathy Faulkner at 376-2434 or wreaths@orcasmontessori.org.

About The Orcas Montessori School

Founded in 1988, Orcas Montessori School on Orcas Island offers a dynamic learning environment for preschoolers and kindergartners, based on the educational philosophy and method of Dr. Maria Montessori, Italy’s first female physician and a pioneer in childhood education.

Morning-only sessions are Monday through Friday with afternoon-only, and all-day sessions available Monday through Thursday depending on each child’s readiness and classroom availability