Archive: Featured Happenings

Slate of HOS Officer Candidates for 2024

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The Houston Orchid Society Nominating Committee announced the slate of officers for 2024. Voting takes place at the November 2 meeting.

Judith Neufeld Celebrates 88!

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HOS member Judith Neufeld celebrated her 88th birthday with members Jean Schwenke and Malcolm McCorquodale on October 27, 2023.

HOS Members Invited to Calcasieu Workshop

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Calcasieu Orchid Society invites HOS members to attend the "All About Orchids Winter Workshop" on December 2, 2023.

President’s Message—November 2023

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HOS President Sarah Bentley gives a rundown of events to take place at the November 2 monthly meeting and recaps the recent Annual Picnic.

Ron McHatton Answers Your Questions on Pests and Diseases

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At the November 2 HOS meeting, Ron McHatton from American Orchid Society will answer members' questions about orchid pests and diseases.

President’s Message—October 2023

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HOS President Sarah Bentley gives a rundown of events to take place at the October 5 monthly meeting and Annual Picnic on October 21.

Bring Your Questions to the October 5 Meeting

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For the October 5 HOS meeting, we will have a panel of experts from the HOS membership who will discuss “How to Choose the Right Orchid.”

Blossoms, Baskets & Bidding

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Join us for a delightful day of blossoms, baskets, and bidding at the Houston Orchid Society Outdoor Picnic on October 21 at 11:30 a.m.

President’s Message—September 2023

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HOS President Sarah Bentley gives a rundown of events to take place at the August 3 meeting, the August 4 pre-Workshop social, and the August 5 Annual Workshop.

Dennis Szeszko to Speak on Barkeria Genera at September 7 Meeting

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At our September 7 meeting, Dennis Szeszko will cover the Barkeria genus and the general biogeography of Mexican orchids.

Coming Soon!—August 5, Date of the Annual Summer Workshop

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HOS will host its Annual Summer Workshop on Saturday, August 5, 2023. The topic will be "How To Grow Orchids Outside on the Gulf Coast."

President’s Message—August 2023

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HOS President Sarah Bentley gives a rundown of events to take place at the August 3 meeting, the August 4 pre-Workshop social, and the August 5 Annual Workshop.

Alan Koch to Speak on Mini Vandas at August 3 Meeting

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At our August 3 meeting, Alan Koch will cover the topic of mini Vandas.

President’s Message—July 2023

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HOS President Sarah Bentley reports on her small orchid collection and talks about the Culture Club event at Orchids & Tropicals on May 21.

Stephen Van Kampen-Lewis to Speak at July 6 Meeting

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At our July 6 meeting, Stephen Van Kampen-Lewis will cover the topic of bifoliate Cattleyas.

President’s Message—June 2023

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HOS President Sarah Bentley reports on her small orchid collection and talks about the Culture Club event at Orchids & Tropicals on May 21.

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.