On this Valentine's Day 2026 episode of Open Friday, host Rhina Valentin is joined by Executive Director of FlowerSchool New York, Calvert Crary, to share his tips on flowers and floral design just in time for the holiday.

"Calvert Crary, the executive director of FlowerSchool New York, teaches students how to haggle, spruces up his apartment lobby and ends his day on the roof."

For teams craving a creative reset, New York Flower School offers a hands-on experience that feels both calming and inspiring. Led by expert instructors, participants learn floral design techniques while creating their own arrangements to take home.

"Upraise your floral design skills by joining one of the most prestigious flower schools in the world."

"If you are new to floral design but you want to learn in a professional studio environment, consider enrolling in this beginner-friendly floral design class..."

"With locations in New York and Los Angeles, FlowerSchool is one of the world’s most prestigious centers for floristry and floral design education. Take a look inside one of its exclusive Master Class programs with Ingrid Carozzi of Tin Can Studios..."

"Located in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan, FlowerSchool New York  is where students are trained by skilled floral masters in every aspect of the floral design industry – including how to run a flower shop in NYC."