This month’s meeting features a “best dead plant” contest and a talk by Tom Glavich on South African flowering plants. The annual Gates BBQ is on October 19, with a cactus cook-off. A succulent nursery field trip is planned for November 9, requiring a $20 deposit. Board elections are also approaching.
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September 2024 President’s Message
After the recent heat wave, preparations for the September meeting continue. The speaker will be Gunnar Eisel discussing Pitzer College’s gardens. The annual potluck barbeque at Judy Horne’s home is set for October 19th. However, the church’s decision means the library needs to be relocated. All borrowed books should be returned at the upcoming meeting.
August 2024 President’s Message
The first meeting on our new monthly cadence was well-attended, showing that the second Friday of the month works for most. Exciting announcements are expected for the annual Cactus Cook-Off and field trip, with new rescue cacti for sale. Board Member Elias Aparicio will talk about grafting at the upcoming meeting.
June 2024 President’s Message
This year’s show and sale was one of our best! Not only did we have record sales, but the involvement from our members was outstanding.
May 2024 President’s Message
In less than two weeks we will be hosting our 49th annual show and sale! I am writing that statement with both excitement and gratitude for all of our members and leadership that have been instrumental in planning for a successful show and sale.
April 2024 President’s Message
Make sure to bring some cash (or your checkbook)… not just for the fabulous plants that our March speaker Woody Minnich will be bringing, but also for your 2024 membership renewal!
March 2024 President’s Message
Make sure to bring some cash (or your checkbook)… not just for the fabulous plants that our March speaker Woody Minnich will be bringing, but also for your 2024 membership renewal!
February 2024 President’s Message
I want to start by thanking everyone for the wonderful feedback I received after hosting my first meeting as your President.
President’s Message: December, 2023
We made it to the end of the year. This is my 120th consecutive monthly President’s message!
President’s Message: November, 2023
As the holiday season begins, club activities are picking up, with succulent plants reacting to the cooler weather. November is crucial for club operations as elections for club officers and directors are held. The final guest speaker for the year is plant hybridizer, Kelly Griffin. Members also prepare for the December holiday party featuring a potluck dinner, plant show winners announcement, and club gifts.
Gates Cactus and Succulent Society 