Start Planning Now! NORTH JERSEY ORCHID SOCIETY ANNOUNCES 47TH SHOW AND SALE

[cbuchman]

North Jersey’s largest and oldest orchid society proudly announces its 47th annual show and sale. The show dates are Friday, January 17 through Sunday January 19 (Fri-Sat 9 AM-6 PM, Sun 9 AM–4 PM) at the Strawberry Blossom Home & Garden Center, 1364 Route 23 North, in Wayne NJ. Come and enjoy spectacular orchid exhibits showcasing hundreds of blooming orchids originating from all over the world. Learn how to grow these exotic orchids in your home at our daily workshops. Orchids and collectible plants available for sale for the beginner and hobbyist. Free admission, free parking, and twice-a-day drawing for a free orchid.

[cbuchman]

This show looks to be even better than last year. Most of these vendors are offering pre-order discounts which is a great way to get your orchids without weather delays and save on shipping!

[NYCorchidman]

I would love to go!
I should preorder some paphs from piping rock.

Is there a way to get there via bus or train form Manhattan??

[cbuchman]

I think there is a way to get there on the bus with a short walk at the end. Are you a member of MOS? There are others coming by car and I can put you in touch with them.

[NYCorchidman]

I am. It seems like most of them do not have a car though.
I will talk to some people next week when there is going to be a year ending auction. I guess I will save my money for the January show. lol

[billc]

I am going to try to make it there this year, some of my favorite vendors are going to be there.

Bill

[cbuchman]

Bill, Glad to have you. Look me up - I'm the show co-chair soI suspect I will be there all weekend

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For all you NYC residents, you can get to this show on public transportation!

From the Port Authority Bus terminal take Bus 194E to Packanack Lake Center (ask driver to stop near Strawberry Blossom) and a 0.2 mile walk to Strawberry Blossom.

[terracotta7]

Carrie...on the website it says that there are going to be workshops at the show. Can you give me any more information about what topics will be covered and so forth? I would like to come and bring a friend who is also just starting out with orchids. Just wondering if there would be anything appropriate for us. Thanks!

[cbuchman]

Yes! Lots of workshops are planned. Here is the schedule as of today. It is subject to change!

Friday Jan 17
10:30 Growing Orchids under linghts in the home by native Hawaiian, Patti Lee.
11:15 Interview your orchids before you touch it by Maurice Garvey (I have heard that Maurice may change the topic to one on photographing orchids with the camera you already own, but I have not confirmation on that)
1:30 AOS judging with explanation and discussion lead by John Sullivan, NE Judging Center

Saturday Jan 18
10:30 Chinese Cymbidiums by Matt Chen, owner of Ten Shin Gardens
11:15 TBD
1:00 Basics of repotting by NJOS’ Kim Feddersen
2:00 Orchids 101: Orchid Basics by NJOS’ Bill Stender
3:00 TBD

Sunday Jan 19
10:30 TBD
11:15 Basics of repotting by NJOS’ Kim Feddersen
1:00 Mounting demonstration by NJOS President Richard Ho
2:00 Orchids 101: Orchid Basics by NJOS’ Bill Stender

[terracotta7]

Thanks so much! Sounds like there will be a great variety in the workshops! Hope to be there...it will be my first time!