Bonsai NotebookWe have an exciting program planned for the Sept.9 meeting. It begins with another summer road trip and potluck dinner. This time at the home of David and June Nguy in Chino, where we will have the opportunity to see David and June’s magnificent bonsai collection; address and directions later in the newsletter. Continue reading
Bonsai NotebookJoin us at the August meeting when we welcome back Cesareo Perez as our demonstrator. Cesareo is another of our local bonsai artists who make the Southern California area so rich with talent. Continue reading
Bonsai NotebookMeeting Time And Place: July 8 at 6pm
at the Home of Peter & Marissa Macasieb
Our July meeting will once again be hosted by Peter and Marissa Macasieb at their home in West Covina (directions available on our website here) due to a concert conflict at the Arboretum. Continue reading
Bonsai NotebookWe will not meet at the Arboretum in June because the Descanso Bonsai Society will have their annual bonsai show reception on Saturday, June 10 at 6:00pm. All our local clubs do their best to support each other, and we ask that our members come and enjoy the show and reception with the Descanso club in June. Continue reading
Bonsai NotebookOur guest demonstrator for May is Gary Ishii. Gary, as a bonsai artist, is another gem from Southern California. Gary operates Chikugo-en Bonsai Nursery in Gardena, originally established by his father, the late bonsai master Masaru Ishii. Continue reading
Bonsai NotebookWe welcome back Frank Goya this month at the April 8 meeting. Frank has been involved in bonsai for over 50 years, so having him share his talents with us is a special opportunity for all of us. Continue reading
Bonsai NotebookTakashi “Tak” Shimazu wiil be our guest presenter at the March 11 meeting. Tak was born in Kumamoto, Japan and immigrated to the U.S. in 1968, residing in Orange County. He ran Tak’s Gardening Service for 40 years before retiring. Tak got started in bonsai as a hobby being tutored by his brother. Continue reading
Bonsai NotebookOur featured demonstrator for the February 11 meeting will be Al Nelson. Al’s presentations are always entertaining and informative, so be ready to take notes! He will be showing us how to develop a saikei or landscape design. Continue reading
Bonsai NotebookHappy New Year to everyone! Our January meeting is scheduled for the 14th and will be our annual Holiday Potluck dinner. As in the past, please bring a salad, fruit dish or dessert. The club will provide the main dish and beverages. Continue reading
Bonsai NotebookThe November meeting will include Bob Pressler as our demonstrator. Bob has been with us in the past and always gives us an interesting and informative presentation. Continue reading