Talks suitable for general audiences including corporate meetings and conventions:

Under Cultivation
The eight rules for being a successful gardener, no matter what is being grown!
A humorous and upbeat talk suitable for general audiences, alumni groups, corporate meetings and conventions. Whether the members of your organization are nurturing a business, working toward personal goals or growing a garden, this talk will entertain, inform and inspire.

Growing Miracles, Planting with Power
People often forget that they have tremendous power in their lives: power to create a positive, healthy atmosphere, power to be happy and live a meaningful life, and the power to shape the future. This talk explains how we can remember the potential we truly have to create everyday miracles and cultivate a successful, satisfying life.

Inch by Inch
“Inch by inch, row by row, gonna make this garden grow…” The Garden Song by David Mallett celebrates the effort that goes into a garden, and the satisfaction that comes from it, while acknowledging that the work proceeds in small increments.  So it is for parents and educators: many of the challenges we face in the garden are similar to those we encounter when teaching or raising children.  This inspiring and entertaining talk brings a fresh look to the efforts that go into cultivating kids.

Growing Stress Reduction
In The Wizard of Oz, Dorothy learns that if she ever is tempted to go looking for her heart’s desire again, she shouldn’t look any further than her own backyard.  In this presentation C.L. explains why you might agree.  Are you looking for a way to get exercise, relaxation and contemplation while improving your surroundings and beautifying the planet?  Get into the garden!  This talk will encourages people to take advantage of the benefits that wait in your own backyard.  C.L.’s light-hearted and enthusiastic presentation will show you how your landscape can be your own personal life coach and stress reduction program. 

When You Don't Garden Yourself
The five most important things to convey to your landscaper
This talk is geared to people who enjoy having a beautiful landscape but don't have the time, the interest or the knowledge to garden themselves. If you aren't a gardener, how can you give guidance to your landscapers? This talk will explain the five key directions you need to give those who are tending your yard and garden: what you need to say, and why it's important.

Success in the Yard and Garden
Everything You Want to Know About Your Landscape but Haven't Had Time to Ask
The vast majority of people don't call themselves "gardeners" but they want an attractive landscape, and a restful backyard, nonetheless. In many instances, all they need to do is "think like a plant". What you need to know, what you can cross of your list, and how to spend less time in the landscape and enjoy it more. A humorous and upbeat talk presented the The Garden Lady.

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Contact information:
For details about these or other talks and workshops, 
please contact me by email at: clfornari@yahoo.com
Mail: C.L. Fornari P.O. Box 355 Osterville, MA 02655
Phone: 508-428-5895