Brevard Bonsai Blog

NOTE: we will NOT meet in the library. Instead, we will meet at Saint Timothy’s church meeting room for this year’s holiday party celebration. 1903 Croton Rd, Melbourne, FL 32935-3333.

The December club meeting is packed with fun events. First, we will hold our yearly holiday pot-luck meal. The club provides the meat, drinks, and all table settings.  You bring your favorite dish to share. 

We will also hold the BSOB club-level styling competition. See this post BSOB Styling Competition for 2025 for details. Signup is here.  It’s a fun event to watch, even if you don’t participate.

The December event will also feature a club initiative to create a multi-tree planting. This unique planting will be raffled off to one lucky active member.

Come a before 1pm to setup.

Note: This month, we will meet at the Saint Timothy’s church meeting room 1903 Croton Rd, Melbourne, FL 32935-3333.

Join us for the BSOB monthly meeting on November 16th, where we’ll delve into the art of tree photography and explore techniques you can try at home. Rob Kempinski will guide the session, equipped with a camera, lights, and a backdrop to create a studio setup for capturing stunning tree photos. Feel free to bring your own tree if you’d like a professional-quality photo. This is a fantastic chance to get a great shot for your 2025 EPCOT submission! (link here)

Note: This month, we will meet at the Melbourne Public Library, 540 E. Fee Blvd (at 1pm.)

Please note the club will not formally meet during the month of October 2024. Instead, BSOB will visit Agresta Gardens in east Orlando. Ben Agresta is a gracious host who encourages visitors (especially bonsai clubs) to see his collection. It’s truely one of the best collections east of the Mississippi. Ben’s facebook page is here.

We plan to arrive at the gardens at 10am. The BSOB facebook page will have details. Hope to see you there.

Join us at the September BSOB Meeting for a workshop on the Exposed Root style of bonsai.

At the workshop each member will start a bonsai tree on its journey as an exposed root style.  Trees and material will be provided. All you need to do is bring tools and a willingness to have some fun.  For planning purposes please place your order by September 8 if you intend to take the workshop.  The meeting is September 21, 2024 at the Melbourne public library at 1 PM.  Cost per workshop attendee will be $30. To reserve your spot, place your order here. Spots will be first come first served, so sign up early.

See this Kempinski Korner post (Exposed) for an overview of the techniques to be used in this workshop.

Note: This month, we will meet at the Melbourne Public Library, 540 E. Fee Blvd (at 1pm.)

Please note the club will not formally meet during the month of August 2024. Instead, BSOB and the Brevard Zoo will host a Bonsai at the Zoo event on August 17 and 18. See this post for more details.

Also note there will be a joint beginner and intermediate class held on Aug 18th. See this post for information.

Build your own Shitakusa at this workshop. Cost is $25. You will get plants, pot, and soil to create your own companion plant to take home. There are only 10 spots available. To reserve your spot, place your order here.

The term Shitakusa in Japanese is “under grass”. Shitakusa are meant to be viewed as a complimentary accompaniment with a bonsai. In preparation for our upcoming Bonsai at the Zoo event, our program for July 20th features a “hands on” activity for participants to create a unique Shitakusa accent for their bonsai display. Plants, a pot and soil is included in the cost of the workshop. If desired, participants are welcome to bring their own plants or a special pot for creating their unique shitakusa accent.

You do not need to be a club member to attend this workshop.

Note: This month, we will meet at the Melbourne Public Library, 540 E. Fee Blvd (at 1pm.)