Petals & Palms: Blithewold’s 2026 Gala

Petals & Palms: Blithewold’s 2026 Gala
Under the Glass Canopy
Friday, September 18

Please join us at Blithewold’s September 18, 2026 Petals & Palms Gala: under the glass canopy, a premiere fundraising gala bringing together more than 300 supporters for a lively evening under the tent. We will enjoy a delicious meal catered by Blackstone Caterers, a live auction, and dancing to the sounds of Decades by DeZyne – a 12-piece show band renowned across New England who have been performing for more than twenty-five years.

This year’s event will honor dedicated community member and volunteer, Jeff Hirsh, of Bristol, RI.

It is with deep appreciation and admiration that we honor Jeff. His unwavering generosity, enthusiastic spirit, and steadfast belief in the power of community embody the very heart of Blithewold. We are proud to recognize all he has done —and continues to do— to help Blithewold and Bristol flourish.

“I simply cannot imagine Bristol without Blithewold.” — Jeff Hirsh

Cocktail Hour: 5 PM
Dinner & Dancing: 6 – 11 PM
Attire: Cocktail

Event proceeds support the restoration of Blithewold’s historic Palm and Rose Houses — timeless symbols of growth, beauty, and renewal. Rebuilding these structures restores a missing chapter in Blithewold’s history, and bringing new life to the heart of our gardens.

Thank you to our generous sponsors

The Glass Canopy Circle

Anne & Michael Szostak, Pamela Lenehan & Larry Geuss  •  Aurelia Papitto  •  Bartlett Tree Experts •  DaPonte’s Landscaping Services •  Delta Dental •  Frank & Lisa Sienkiewicz  •  Gil’s Appliances  •  Howard Sutton  •  Jeff Hirsh  •  Joseph & Christopher Brito & the C. Brito Construction Family  •  Judith Davis  •  Kathy & Doug O’Brien •  Linda Silveira & Joe Murray  •  Navigant  •  Peter van W Jeffries & Pamela J Thompson  •  Sylvan Nursery   •  William & Janice Farber

Palm House Patrons

Bristol Macaroni Company  •  Carol & Johnathon Feinstein  •  Gene & Lynne Blanc  •  Washington Trust Wealth Management

Rose House Benefactors

Alyda & Joe Dewhirst  •  Patricia Enright  •  Renee & Matt Hayes and The Bosworth Fund

The Seedling Society

Bristol Marine •  Jackie Savoie & Dennis McCool •  John Andrade Insurance •  Mary & Michael Schwartz •  Susan & David Hibbit •  Theresa Jeremiah •  Trish and Torre Peterson

Sponsorship Information

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To make a check payment, please email Ali Montagnon, [email protected]