Schedule of Events

* Meetings are held at the Clubhouse, 1203 Clay St., Ukiah, Calif.

* Daytime meetings are held the 2^nd Wed. of the month and are followed by a program and refreshment.

* Evening meetings are held the 3^rd Mon. of the month, will have light refreshments, and some will have exciting plants for sale based on the program.

WED.. September 9^th 2009 Day Meeting 12:30 PM

Program: Sun Valley Group of Arcata

(America's largest cut flower grower/distributor)

Speaker: Kevin Hooper khooper@sunvalleygroup.com

PREMIUM fresh-cut flower brand for wholesale florists. Highest quality flowers, including exclusive brands of Lilies and French Tulips. When only the best will do. Kevin has been in the floral industry for 31 years, starting as floral designer in 1978. Kevin will speak on Bulbs and Sun Valley and Design.

Kevin Hooper

September Potluck Hostess: Chairman: Jackie Pinkerton 462-3320 Committee: Joyce and Penny Vinson, Mary Ortega, Linda Dipman, Margaret Leland, Edith Meeker, Sue Parducci, Kathy Prince

Mon. September 21^st 2009 Evening Meeting 7:00 PM

Program: Seed collecting in the garden

Speaker: Carol Cox

Carol Cox, of Ecology Action in Willits, will present an overview of vegetable garden seed collecting. She will explain and demonstrate how each of us can grow our own vegetables from our own seeds every year. You'll learn how to avoid cross-pollination so that your seeds will reliably produce vegetables the next year. You'll learn how to tell when the seeds are mature and how to collect and store them for the next year. This is an exciting opportunity to participate in the full garden cycle!

Wed. October 14^th 2009 Daytime Meeting 12:30 PM

Program:     Hydro Pacific
Speaker:     Angie Shaw & Amanda Shaw

HydroPacific offers a large selection of the top of the line products at everyday low prices and a supportive and knowledgable staff to help you make your world green through all your gardening needs..

October Hostess: Chairman, Kay Bartlett 463-0428 Committee: Madelyn McCauley ,Chris & Ed Lang, Maxine Jackson, Doug Potter, Neneng Page, Ernie Fine, Betty Hook, & Jane Lemke

Mon. Oct. 19^th 2009 Evening Meeting 7:00 PM

Program: Sustainable Gardens Part II

Speaker: Kate Frey

.  Kate Frey, of local and Chelsea Flower Show fame, will continue her presentation about all aspects of sustainable gardening. In addition, she will share her experiences at the Japanese Flower Show this past spring. As always, bring your pencil and notebook because her recommendations are guaranteed to fit the climate and soils of our local gardens.

Sat.. Nov. 7^th 2009 Daytime Meeting 10:00AM

Program: Essence of the Tree – Part I

Speaker: None- Field Trip 

Japanese Maples are in their fall glory this time of year. Join us for a field trip to Essence of the Tree in Potter Valley for an informative presentation about the basics of caring for Japanese Maples. Carpooling and directions will be provided in October so that you can make plans to attend this fun and informative field trip.

Wed.. Nov. 11^th 2009 Daytime Meeting 12:30PM

Program: Golden Gate Park Greenhouse Manager

Speaker: Ben Ooude-Kamphuis

I will bring a PowerPoint slide show with lots of stuff I have been doing in and around the garden for people with disabilities. I just got a greenhouse and that is my pride and joy. I have made it all fit to serve my disabled friends who enjoy coming out to the garden as much as I do. And maybe I can bring some equipment (small) that shows everybody how easy it is to get people involved who have that extra challenge in life.

This should be a great meeting. They took a old greenhouse and move it to a new location at Golden Gate Park. They renivate it and make it in to a greenhouse for the blind and visually impaired.They also went Green with it by taking a old water tank to colect water from the roof during winter rains. Ben should have a lot of good ideas!

November Hostess: Chairman, Glenda Rauch 463-0331 Committee: Bonnie Carter, Jeaneen Hosterman, Lynne Johnson, Leota MacMillan, Betty Jo Lewis, Viola Richardson, Barbara King & Daphne Martyn

Mon. Nov, 16^th 2009 Evening Meeting 7:00 PM.

Program: Gourds as Useable Works of Art

Speaker: Lori Wilcox

Our own Lori Wilcox will be talking about creating usable, artistic items from gourds. She will demonstrate how to clean, cut, dye, stain and paint a gourd. She will also show how to embellish them with clay and other items. She will be bringing some new tools designed especially to work on gourds, including a razor tip wood burner, small electric saw, drill, and sander. Gourds are fascinating and there is no end to the creative projects you can do with them. This is an opportunity to try something new and to create a piece of art from the garden.

Sunday Dec 6^th 2009 Holiday Tea & Sale 12:30 to 3:30 PM

This is our annual Open House and Tea, complete with cookies, good cheer and Christmas spirit. All of our special handmade gifts and decorations will be available for sale. This is also the last day to pick up orders. Holiday Workshops begin Tuesday September 21^st 2009. Holiday Work shop is open week days 10 am to 3 p.m. Open Oct. 5^th for Sales and Orders

General Chairpersons: PENNY SEAMAN 468-4032, and JEAN VAINE 463-2693 Monday: Carole Wagner & Daphne Wolford Tuesday: Pat Beher & Betty Jo Lewis Wednesday: Linda Dipman & Pat Shoemaker Thursday: Barbara King & Lucy Stegemann Friday: Bonnie Cook & Penny Seaman Green Committee, : Helen Cleland and Margaret Leland Tea Committee: Cindy Bollens Food Committee: Jean Vaine & Carole Wagner Punch Chairman: Hiroko Mattsson Publicity Committee: Arlene Shippey

Mon. Dec. 21^st 2009 Evening Meeting 7:00 PM

Program: Gift Exchange (Pirate version!) Potluck

On this first day of winter, in the midst of the holiday season, we will be getting together for a fun-filled evening of laughter and exchanging gifts. The gifts will be opened by "pirates" (All of us) who will steal, exchange, and find new treasures. Please bring an unmarked, wrapped gift, valued at $15 or less, for the gift exchange game (rules will be explained when we meet). The gift can be something from your garden shed, a re-gift, homemade, or something fun that you found at the store. Happy holidays!

Wed. Jan. 13^th 2010 Daytime Meeting 12:30 PM

Program:    Local Feng Shui Consultant

Speaker     Marry Buckley

Speaker: Mary Buckley Director of Plowshares and 20 yr Feng Shui consultant will give a presentation on the basics of Feng Shui using the club house as an example.

January Hostess: Chairman, Pat Gein-Duncan, 462-6974 Committee: Barbara Valente, Roberta Anderson, Katarzyna Rolzinski, Barbara Pope, Hiroko Mattsson, Pamela Stuefen, Carol Wagner, Jan McDade & Daphne Wolford

Mon. Jan. 18^th 2010 Evening Meeting 7:00 PM

Program: Capturing Rain Water & Gray Water for the Garden

Speaker: Bruce Broderick

Bruce Broderick, of Being Water, will be presenting methods and tools for collecting water for our gardens. His organization is committed to water conservation and reuse by means of a variety of practical and affordable methods. This presentation will give you an overview of the "tools of the trade" so that you can conserve water and reuse water in your own homes and gardens.

Wed. February 10^th 2010 Daytime Meeting 12:30 PM

Program:  Down To Earth Landscaper

Speaker:  Peter Reynolds

Sustainability / Perma Culture Program: Finding help to Develop your garden. Peter Reynolds is Owner/Operator of Down to Earth Landscaping, serving Mendocino County area since 1989. Down to Earth provides Design/build/maintenance services for outdoor spaces. His particular interest is incorporating permaculture and sustainable concepts into the plan.

February Hostess: Chairman, Carol Ann Hulsmann, 463-0450 Committee: Julie Barrington, Corinne & Ernie Olson, Vivian Power. Evelyn Mitchell, Charle Foster, Richard Hurst, Patricia Behan, Janice Mercado

Mon. Feb. 15^th 2010 Evening Meeting 7:00 PM

Program: Bird's

Speaker: Bob Keiffer's

Bob Keiffer of the University of California's Hopland Field Station will be presenting a program about local birds. This program will be jam-packed with information about backyard birding and creating bird habitats in our gardens. As always, bring a notebook and pencil so that you'll be able to go home and put these ideas into action.

Wed. March 10^th 2010 Guest Day - Catered Lunch 12:30 PM

Program: Flower Arranging

Speaker: Redwood Arrangers

As usual, we will welcome the always outstanding arrangements of the talented Redwood Arrangers. This is a presentation greatly anticipated each year as each artist tells about his/her inspiration and materials involved in his/her creation. Hostesses: Executive Board

Mon. Mar. 15^th 2010 Evening Meeting 7:00 PM

Program: Simply Succulent

Speaker: Rella

Rella, of Simply Succulent in Fort Bragg, will be sharing her extensive knowledge of propagating, caring for, and gardening with succulents. Simply Succulent specialty nursery  is located one mile north of Fort Bragg and 1/2 mile east on Airport Road. The nursery is open March - September, (7 days a week) 10am to 5pm and October - February, (Friday through Monday) 10am to 3pm. The presentation will focus on hardy succulents (that will survive our heat and frosty winters!), soil and drainage requirements, and design tips for incorporating succulents into our landscapes. There will be succulents for sale, so bring your wallets!

Wed. April 14^th 2010 Daytime Meeting 12:30 PM

Program:  Mendocino Community College

Speaker:  Dr. Jim Xerogeanes

Jim Xerogeanes from the Mendocino Community College will give a presentation on His recent trip to an Oregon Garden. You wont want to miss this one Jim always has a lot of good info and lots of photos!

April Hostess: chairman, Doreen Villalon 467-0250 Committee: Ines Freeman, Virginia Fitch, Diann Ells, Danny & Carlye Stever, Lucy Stegemann, Donna Standley, Mary & Patrick Magee

Sat. April 17^th 2010 Spring Plant Sale 8:00AM- 2:00PM

Members will bring plants they have propagated and dug from their gardens. Sale is held at the home of Nona Carpenter, 9400 West Road, Redwood Valley. A great way to promote plants that grow well in our area. Also supports our Scholarship program.

Chairman: Nona Carpenter 485-8191

Mon. Apr. 20, 2009 Evening Meeting 7:00 PM

Program: Hanging Baskets

Speaker: Glen Bauer

Glen Bauer, of Frog Hollow Nursery at Cobb Mountain in Lake County, will be presenting plant pairings for hanging baskets suitable for either shady or sunny locations. He will demonstrate the process of creating the baskets, detailing which baskets, mosses, and soils work well, the best watering techniques, and more! There will be plants, baskets, mosses, and other items available for you to look at and to purchase if you choose.

May 12^th 2010 Installation of Officers and Potluck 12:30 PM

Program: Plant Exchange and Installation of New Officers

Bring a dish to share, and a plant to exchange for one that you may not already have or to expand your garden varieties.

May Potluck Hostess: Chairman, Jane Ford 456-0721 Committee: Milli Hickey, Betty McGlade, Audrey Bradford, Ruth Young, Merry Gwin, Jini Reynolds, Joanne Brennan, and Lori Wilcox

Monday May 17^th 2010 Evening Meeting 7:00PM

Garden Club members are invited to bring plants from your garden to share and exchange In addition, come prepared to learn from each other while we share our tips and tricks for gardening success. We'll be exchanging ideas about everything in the garden… from how to get rid of earwigs, to successful methods for growing dahlias, to ingenious ways to sift compost!

Saturday May 22^nd 2010 Essence of the Tree – Part II 10:00 AM

Japanese Maples are showing their spring beauty this time of year. Join us for a field trip to Essence of the Tree in Potter Valley for an informative presentation about the basics of container gardening with Japanese Maples. Carpooling and directions will be provided in April so that you can make plans to attend this fun and informative field trip.

Saturday July 10^th Sunday July 11^th 2010 Rummage Sale

Don't forget you just might find a treasure!

July 10^th 2010 from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm July 11^th 2010 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at Ukiah Garden Club

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