Meeting Schedule through March 2009

(Note: meeting topics subject to change)

The Mid-Missouri Bonsai Society exists as a forum where members can develop their bonsai skills and network with other regional and national bonsai organizations. The mission of MMBS is to educate members and the community at large on aesthetic appreciation of bonsai and on specialized techniques of bonsai horticulture and design, building technical competence and enhancing enjoyment of the art.

September 21, 2008, 1 p.m.

For current members only.
Fall Kickoff
This meeting kicks off our Fall/Winter schedule. Contact the club for more information on becoming a member.

October 19, 2008, 1 p.m.

Boone Landing
Group discussion
Bring your favorite tree to this very informal "show and tell."

November 16, 2008, 1 p.m.

Boone Landing
Fall Kickoff
This meeting kicks off our Fall/Winter schedule. Members will have the opportunity to tour Lee's collection. Lee will also be doing a talk on gravel culture as it relates to bonsai.

December 13, 2008

Bancock Gardens restaurant
Annual Holiday Dinner

January 18, 2009, 1 p.m.

Boone Landing
Ikebana Demonstration
Meeting topic is yet to be confirmed.

February 15, 2009, 1 p.m.

Boone Landing
Tropical Bonsai
Bonsai appriciation doesn't have to end during the winter months. Find out more about tropical bonsai and their care.

March 15, 2009, 1 p.m.

Location TBD
Repotting Workshop
It's Spring and time to prepare bonsai's for the growing season, which includes repotting trees to reinvigorate its root system. Bring your own materials (tree, pot, tools) for this hands-on workshop. The club will have some pre-mixed bonsai soil for sale.