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February 2016
SFOS 2016 Pacific Orchid Exposition (POE)
64th Annual Pacific Orchid Exposition Explores History, Tradition and Folklore with "A Legacy of Orchids" (San Francisco, Calif., Oct.5, 2015) --- The 2016 Pacific Orchid Exposition, taking place February 26-28 at Fort Mason in San Francisco, has chosen "A Legacy of Orchids" as the theme for its 64th annual show. Orchids are one of the oldest plant species and date back thousands of years. Their legacy and importance in society throughout history have been noted in the Aras Pacis of…
Find out more »April 2016
Potting Party at the Conservatory of Flowers
Both newbies and more experienced members are invited to learn tips on potting and mounting orchids. Join us for a great opportunity to repot or mount some of your neglected plants. We’ll also have a potluck lunch social hour, and a behind the scenes tour of the Conservatory to boot! Paul Bourbin and Dave Hermeyer will demonstrate their techniques and help you in this hands-on workshop. You can bring your own orchids (please no giant Cymbidiums) and supplies, or we…
Find out more »May 2016
5th Annual Celtic Cup Golf Tournament
Episcopal Senior Communities Holds 5th Annual Celtic Cup Golf Tournament The annual golf tournament, dinner and live auction help support isolated and low-income seniors (Orinda, CA, May 4, 2016) --- The Episcopal Senior Communities (ESC) Foundation is holding their 5th annual Celtic Cup Golf Tournament and fundraiser on May 23, 2016 at the Orinda Country Club. The Celtic Cup includes a brunch buffet, golfing, a cocktail reception, a raffle, dinner, a live auction and an award ceremony. Each year, this…
Find out more »July 2016
San Francisco Orchid Society – Orchids in the Park 2016
Orchids in the Park is a special exhibition of beautiful orchids that include unique species and hybrids along with the more familiar types of orchids.There is a central display of all these orchids for your viewing pleasure to include American Orchid Society award winning plants (photography welcomed). Vendors offer several varieties of orchids for sale to home growers as well as to enthusiasts and specialists. The Book Table offers several publications on orchid types,caring for them and how to successfully bloom orchids.…
Find out more »August 2016
2016 Burlingame On the Avenue
Organized by the Burlingame Chamber of Commerce, Burlingame on the Avenue celebrates the talents of California artists. Guests can browse through a large selection of arts and crafts, entertain younger attendees with kids' activities and sample from a wide range of food and beverage options. In addition to being a fantastic community-wide event, the festival provides artists with a platform to present their work to a larger audience. WHO: The Burlingame Chamber of Commerce WHAT: "Burlingame On the Avenue": A…
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