Mini pumpkins topped with succulents and other decorative materials

The Thrifty Table: Creating Beautiful Holiday Centerpieces

Date & Time

November 14, 2026 from 2:30pm to 4:00pm

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Venue

Sunnyvale Public Library

665 W Olive Ave
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
United States

This is an in-person event

Registration is not required for this free event.

About the Event

Are you experiencing the “holiday guest stress syndrome”? Don’t let the pressure of having a perfect tablescape wilt your holiday spirit!

Join UC Master Gardeners Bernie Day, Sue Neufeld, and Laura Westley for an inspiring, hands-on demonstration designed to take the stress—and the high cost—out of holiday decorating. You don’t need a professional florist or a massive budget to create a “wow” factor for your dining room.

What You’ll Learn: 

  • The Art of the “Found” Object: Learn how to scout your own backyard or junk drawer for unique textures, greenery, and accents that add character to any arrangement.
  • Grocery Store Glam: Discover how to deconstruct those affordable supermarket flower bunches and reimagine them into high-end-looking centerpieces.
  • Pro-Tips for Longevity: Get the inside scoop on keeping your flora fresh from the first toast to the final slice of pie. 

Why join us? Whether you’re hosting a grand feast or an intimate gathering, you’ll walk away with the confidence and practical skills to transform “ordinary” items into extraordinary focal points.

Agenda

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By Bernie Day, Sue Neufeld, and Laura Westley

Main presentation

Location: Sunnyvale Public Library Fiction Area

Speakers of the Event

Bernie Day, Sue Neufeld, and Laura Westley

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