The world is a rose

The South Metro Rose Society’s (SMRS) new 2015 officers: (from left) Cindy Dale, third vice president, Craig Epps, treasurer, Barbara Tornow, president, Virginia Landrum, first vice president, Millie Flohr, second vice president, and Tracy Murrell, secretary. Not pictured is Janne Penn, member-at-large. SMRS is a local affiliate of the American Rose Society and is dedicated to helping people grow and enjoy roses through educational programs and fun social events. It meets on the fourth Mondays of Jan.-April and Aug.-Oct. at 6:30 p.m. at Heritage Bank, 440 N. Jeff Davis Dr. in Fayetteville. All rose enthusiasts, especially novices, are invited to visit the meetings at no charge. For more information call 770-631-3885. Photo/Submitted.