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SUMMARY:Julien Baruch- Krull Smith\, Introduction to Bulbophyllums
DESCRIPTION:Julien Baruch is an accredited judge for the American Orchid Society at the Florida-North Central Judging Center and has grown orchids his whole life\, but became more serious about them in 2014 after joining the Sarasota Orchid Society. Julien went on to intern at the Fairchild Tropical Botanic Gardens for The Million Orchid Project before moving to Apopka to work at Krull-Smith where he manages their sales\, website\, and social media and works with Frank Smith on the nursery’s hybridizing.\n\nJulien Will be bringing plants for purchase along with some plants for our spectacular raffle!
URL:https://www.flos.org/event/julien-krull-smith-bulbophyllums/
LOCATION:Christ Lutheran Church Social Hall\, 1955 East Oakland Park Blvd.\, Oakland Park\, FL\, 33306\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting
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SUMMARY:Orchid Bingo
DESCRIPTION:ORCHID BINGO is back! We will kick things off with a yummy summer potluck and then get down to B-I-N-G-O business! \nWhat better way to celebrate the dog days of summer than having an indoor picnic surrounded by orchids? We ask each member to please bring a dish — entree\, appetizer or dessert — to share. We plan on eating at 7:30 p.m. during announcements. Then\, our annual big Orchid Bingo event will begin. \nHere’s how it will work: \nBingo cards will be available for purchase when you arrive: $20 for 6 or more games and 1 bonus game card. Please bring cash to purchase bingo cards. Prizes for winners of each game will\, of course\, be wonderful orchids\, and we have a great array of very cool plants to award. Please bring bingo ink daubers if you have them (we will provide them if you don’t). We will explain  all the details about how Orchid Bingo will work while we eat. \nIn order to get in as many games as possible\, there will be no orchid judging this month. New membership/renewals will not be processed at the meeting either. As always\, memberships can be managed at FLOS.org/membership\, and Membership Chair Rich Ackerman will be available to answer questions. \nWe look forward to seeing you at Christ Lutheran Church Social Hall\, 1955 E. Oakland Park Blvd.\, Fort Lauderdale. \nMary Jo Frick \nProgram Chair
URL:https://www.flos.org/event/6750/
LOCATION:Christ Lutheran Church Social Hall\, 1955 East Oakland Park Blvd.\, Oakland Park\, FL\, 33306\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting
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SUMMARY:Phillip and Liz Hamilton - Bredren Orchids
DESCRIPTION:https://www.bredrenorchids.com/
URL:https://www.flos.org/event/phillip-and-liz-hamilton-bredren-orchids/
LOCATION:Christ Lutheran Church Social Hall\, 1955 East Oakland Park Blvd.\, Oakland Park\, FL\, 33306\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T193000
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SUMMARY:Melana and Jim Davison\, "Conversations with My Orchids"
DESCRIPTION:Jim and Melana Davison\, American Orchid Society\nAccredited Judges who have an extensive and diverse\norchid collection\, will speak at our next meeting at 7:30\np.m. on September 14th.  The topic of the presentation is  “Conversations with My Orchids” which should appeal to our novice and experienced members alike. The couple are not only involved in caring for their\norchids\, but also are active in several South Florida orchid\nsocieties and are past presidents of three. Jim’s appreciation for orchids stems from his scientific background as a Nuclear Chemistry Manager at the Turkey Point Nuclear Power Plant in Homestead. Melana is more interested in the aesthetic qualities of orchids\, especially the ones that look\nstrange and other-worldly. She owns her own orchid\nmaintenance business and is known as “The Orchidiva.”\nAfter Jim retired\, they opened their own retail\nnursery\, Jim-N-I Orchids. They travel the show circuit\,\nselling their Florida-grown orchids. Their also\ndaughter joined the crew. \nJim and Melana will have orchids on hand for sale and also will\nprovide orchids for our raffle table.
URL:https://www.flos.org/event/jim-davison-conversations-with-my-orchids/
LOCATION:Christ Lutheran Church Social Hall\, 1955 East Oakland Park Blvd.\, Oakland Park\, FL\, 33306\, United States
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SUMMARY:2026 Annual Auction
DESCRIPTION:Auction Rules and Etiquette \nOur annual auction will be at 7 p.m. Oct. 12. This fun night happens just once a year. \nThis is our nonprofit society’s annual fundraiser\, so get ready to bid on hundreds of interesting\, hard-to-find orchids. We will offer blooming plants from your favorite growers and member donations. Money raised helps underwrite a variety of functions\, such as the holiday party. \nHere’s how the auction works: \n\nThe bidding gets started at 7 p.m.\, not at our regular 7:30 meeting time. Registration begins at 6:30. Arrive early to sign in preview plants you’re interested in bidding on.\nThere will be no ribbon judging.  Bring only your donations.\nWalk-in donations for the auction are welcome. Drop off your much-appreciated contributions at the donation table beginning at 5 p.m. Make sure plants are properly tagged and include a description of blooming color and season. Other items\, such as orchid growing supplies\, artwork and books\, are also appreciated.\nPick up your numbered bidding paddle after registering. When you are ready to leave\, collect your bill from the tabulators\, and pay at the exit.\nWe will provide snacks and drinks\, so you won’t need to bring in any food items.\nPlease bring a cardboard box to hold your purchases. We want to keep the carpeting clean\nWe could really use your help setting up. Please arrive at 5 p.m. as there will be hundreds of plants to bring in to the church social hall. If you can stay after the auction and help us get the room put back in order\, that would be wonderful.\nClick on catalog below\, updates will be made up until auction day.\n\n2026 Catalog Coming in October \nHappy bidding! \n\nMary Jo Frick\, Program Chair\nPlease send any questions to mjfrick@chsfla.com. We will not be able to answer questions during the auction.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAction starts at 7 pm\nBe ready to bid\nAuctioneer will confirm final bidder and price\nSales are final\, no shipping\n\n\nAUCTIONEER\nTBA \n\n  \n  \n\n\n\n\nDONATIONS\nMany thanks to our vendors who supply fabulous plants to supplement those donated by FLOS members \nR.F. Orchids\nJim n I OFE\nSoroa\nBroward Orchid Supply\nFlorida SunCoast Orchids\nMickey’s Orchids\nGreen Barn Orchid Supplies\nMac’s Orchids (aka Asian Orchid Source)\nQuest Orchids Springwater Orchids\nRed Hawk Nursery \nGreenhouse Orchids\nR and R Orchids\nAllen Black\, Renowned Hobbyist Hybridizer \n 
URL:https://www.flos.org/event/2026-annual-auction/
LOCATION:Christ Lutheran Church Social Hall\, 1955 East Oakland Park Blvd.\, Oakland Park\, FL\, 33306\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Luanne Betz":MAILTO:luannebetz@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Fort Lauderdale Orchid Society will present “Orchid Odyssey:”
DESCRIPTION:The nonprofit Fort Lauderdale Orchid Society will present “Orchid Odyssey:” 67th Annual Orchid Show & Sale\, with dozens of vendors at the War Memorial\, 800 NE 8th St. Fort Lauderdale\, FL 33304.  Admission is $20 available at FLOS.org soon. Parking is free.\nShow Hours\n\n\n\nFriday: 9–11 AM VIP Early Shopping • 11 AM–5 PM Public\nSaturday: 10 AM–5 PM\nSunday: 10 AM–5 PM\n\n\nTICKETS COMING SOON\nT-SHIRTS COMING SOON\n\nThe nonprofit Fort Lauderdale Orchid Society will present “Orchid Odyssey” 67th Annual Orchid Show & Sale\, with dozens of vendors at the Fort Lauderdale War Memorial Auditorium\, 800 NE 8th St\, Fort Lauderdale\, FL 33304 Tickets will be available soon at FLOS.org. \nThe Fort Lauderdale Orchid Society’s annual show and sale is recognized as one of the largest and best juried orchid shows in the country. This highly anticipated show is filled with breathtaking orchid exhibits\, exotic orchids and related items available for purchase. There also will be free orchid educational classes to help your plants thrive. \nOur amazing show and sale will feature thousands of rare blooms from around the world along with stunning displays as we return to the Fort Lauderdale War Memorial. \nThis well-attended show will include a gathering of thousands of orchid enthusiasts\, hobbyists\, award-winning growers and hybridizers from around world. Growers will exhibit and sell thousands of orchids of every variety at this breathtaking public event. Vendors will create artistically designed exhibits following the theme “Orchid Odyssey” Orchid gift items\, books\, educational materials and orchid supplies also will be available for purchase. Society members will be on hand to answer orchid growing questions. Hourly prize drawings will add to the excitement. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. \nIndividual plant entries will be exhibited\, along with displays from local orchid societies. Judges from the American Orchid Society will judge plants and exhibits\, awarding ribbons and cash prizes. There also will be art displays from area elementary schools and a conservation booth as part of the societies mission to restore native orchids in South Florida in partnership with Fairchild Botanic Garden’s Million Orchids Project. \n\n\nThe Fort Lauderdale Orchid Society’s annual show and sale is recognized as one of the largest and best juried orchid shows in the country. This highly anticipated show is filled with breathtaking orchid exhibits\, exotic orchids and related items available for purchase. There also will be free orchid educational classes to help your plants thrive. Our amazing show and sale will feature thousands of rare blooms from around the world along with stunning displays at the War Memorial. This spacious state-of-the-art venue has loads of free parking and a covered area for drop off and pick up. This well-attended show will include a gathering of thousands of orchid enthusiasts\, hobbyists\, award-winning growers and hybridizers from around world. Growers will exhibit and sell thousands of orchids of every variety at this breathtaking public event. Vendors will create artistically designed exhibits following the theme “Orchid Magic” Orchid gift items\, books\, educational materials and orchid supplies also will be available for purchase. Society members will be on hand to answer orchid growing questions. Hourly prize drawings will add to the excitement. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.Individual plant entries will be exhibited\, along with displays from local orchid societies. Judges from the American Orchid Society will judge plants and exhibits\, awarding ribbons and cash prizes. There also will be art displays from area elementary schools and a conservation booth as part of the societies mission to restore native orchids in South Florida in partnership with Fairchild Botanic Garden’s Million Orchids Project.For media inquiries\, or more information\, please contact Publicity Show Chair. John Soto at jayso@aol.com. \nThe Ft. Lauderdale Orchid Society invites all orchid enthusiasts to participate in the prestigious orchid judging event at the 2027 “Orchid Odyssey” show\, featuring expert judging by the West Palm Beach Judging Center of the American Orchid Society (AOS). This means hobbyists could potentially collect up to $2\,000 in cash prizes spread over 20 categories please check the next page for details! So\, bring your plants. They can be brought to the War Memorial on Thursday 1/8 from 3-7 PM and can be retrieved at the closing on Sunday at 5 pm. \nWhether you’re a seasoned grower or a passionate hobbyist\, bring your best orchids to showcase their beauty and compete for exciting cash prizes! \n\n\n\nBeautiful huge vendor exhibits\nLocal orchid society display tables\nRaffles  – win orchids!\nOrchid artwork from local schools\nInternational plant vendors\nPotting and growing supplies\nAmerican Orchid Society accredited judging\nHospitality table – store plants\, get help taking purchases to your car\n\nClick here for Event Details \n 
URL:https://www.flos.org/event/fort-lauderdale-orchid-society-will-present-orchid-odyssey/
LOCATION:War Memorial Auditorium\, 800 NE 8th St\, Fort Lauderdale\, FL\, 33304\, United States
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SUMMARY:James Mackey\, Barefoot Orchids
DESCRIPTION:Jason Mackey’s fascination with orchids traces back to his childhood days spent alongside his great-grandmother\, tending to her extensive collection. What began as a youthful curiosity blossomed into a serious passion in his twenties. Despite the ups and downs inherent in cultivating these exquisite plants\, Jason’s devotion to orchids only deepened over the years.\n\nInspired by his familial ties and Floridian heritage\, Jason decided to establish Barefoot Orchids. The name not only reflects his roots but also honors his great-grandmother\, whose love for orchids passed down through generations\, influencing both his mother and himself.\n\nJason will be bringing plants to sell to the meeting.
URL:https://www.flos.org/event/james-mackey-barefoot-orchids/
LOCATION:Christ Lutheran Church Social Hall\, 1955 East Oakland Park Blvd.\, Oakland Park\, FL\, 33306\, United States
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