Archive: Featured Happenings

Nicholas Rust to Speak on Habenarias at June 1 Meeting

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At our June 1 meeting, Nicholas Rust will speak about his work with Habenarias.

Culture Club To Meet on Sunday, May 21

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The Houston Orchid Society Culture Club will meet on Sunday, May 21, at Orchids and Tropicals, LLC.

Loren Neufeld—Longtime HOS Member—Passes Away

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Loren Neufeld, longtime HOS member, passed away on April 29, 2023. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 13, 2023.

President’s Message—May 2023

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HOS President Sarah Bentley announces Culture Club gathering to take place at Orchids & Tropicals on Sunday, May 21, 2023.

Don Ghiz to Speak at May 4 Meeting

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At our May 4 meeting, Don Ghiz will speak about the history of judging orchids.

Rick Hepler to Speak at April 13 Meeting

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At our April 13 meeting, Rick Hepler will speak about the culture requirements of slipper orchids.

President’s Message—April 2023

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HOS President Sarah Bentley recaps the Houston Orchid Society 2023 Annual Show & Sale and expresses gratitude for all who helped make it a success.

President’s Message—March 2023

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HOS President Sarah Bentley encourages members to get involved in the Annual Show & Sale setup on March 2. The show takes place March 4-5.

2023 Spring Show Just Days Away!

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The Houston Orchid Society 2023 Spring Show will be held at Memorial City Mall on March 4–5.

Preparing Your Orchids for a Show

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Great tips for preparing to enter your orchid in an exhibit or show.

Orchids outside? In hot, humid Houston?

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HOS member Stephen Moffitt discusses what it takes to grow Catasetinae in Houston's hot, humid climate. It is possible!
Stephen Gallagher portrait

Stephen Gallagher to Speak at February 2 Meeting

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At our January 5 meeting, Fr. Ted Baenziger will speak to the Houston Orchid Society about the Houston Judging Center.

President’s Message—February 2023

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HOS President Sarah Bentley gives a rundown of events to take place at the February 2, 2023, meeting.

2023 Membership Renewal

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Join Houston Orchid Society or renew your membership online before February 4, 2023, if you wish to be included in the 2023 Member Directory.

Fr. Ted to Speak at January 5 Meeting

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At our January 5 meeting, Fr. Ted Baenziger will speak to the Houston Orchid Society about the Houston Judging Center.

President’s Message—January 2023

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HOS President Sarah Bentley gives a rundown of events to take place at the January 5, 2023, meeting.

President’s Message—December 2022

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HOS President Sarah Bentley gives a rundown of events to take place at the December 1 meeting.

2023 Spring Show—Put It On Your Calendar!

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The Houston Orchid Society 2023 Spring Show will be held at Memorial City Mall on March 4–5.

Last Meeting of 2022

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At our December meeting we will enjoy a Holiday Party and Orchid Auction in lieu of the usual speaker series.

HOS Officer Candidates for 2023 Approved at November 3 Meeting

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Officers for 2023, as presented by the HOS Nominating Committee, were voted in by acclamation at the November 3 meeting.