• June Member Meeting: Satsuki Azalea Demonstration

    College of DuPage (TEC1038B) 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL

    Guest Artist: Dave Kreutz Wednesday, June 3 • 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM College of DuPage (TEC1038B), 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL Also available on Zoom Dave Kreutz operates Satsuki Bonsai-en in the St. Louis metro area and is one of the country’s foremost specialists in satsuki azalea bonsai. He completed formal training under […]

  • Annual Club Picnic

    Blackwell Forest Preserve Warrenville, IL, US

    Guest Artist: Chris Baker, Curator of Bonsai at the Chicago Botanic Garden Sunday, June 14 • 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM North Pavilion, Blackwell Forest Preserve, Warrenville, IL Join us for the annual PSBS summer picnic at the beautiful Blackwell Forest Preserve! Enjoy a relaxed afternoon of great food, conversation, and camaraderie with fellow bonsai […]

  • July Member Meeting: Show Prep & Tree Evaluation

    College of DuPage (TEC1038B) 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL

    Moved to the second Wednesday due to the July 4th holiday. Phil Malhoit or Larry Magee will lead a show preparation workshop and discussion. With the Destination Asia festival just weeks away (August 1-2), this is the time to evaluate your trees for exhibition readiness — learn about display techniques, accent plants, stands, and the […]

  • Destination Asia Festival

    The Morton Arboretum 4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle, IL, US

    Saturday, August 1: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PMSunday, August 2: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Guest Judge: Peter Chan The premier bonsai exhibition of the year at the Morton Arboretum, featuring bonsai displays from across the Midwest, vendor sales, and workshops led by world-class artists. Peter Chan is the doyen of bonsai in the United […]

  • August Member Meeting: Program TBD

    College of DuPage (TEC1038B) 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL

    Program to be announced. Check back for updates as the program is finalized.

  • September Member Meeting: Program TBD

    College of DuPage (TEC1038B) 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL

    Moved to the second Wednesday due to the Labor Day holiday. Program to be announced. Check back for updates as the program is finalized.

  • October Member Meeting: Iron Bonsai Competition

    College of DuPage (TEC1038B) 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL

    The annual Iron Bonsai event — one of the most entertaining meetings of the year! Inspired by the TV cooking show format, experienced bonsai artists compete head-to-head, each styling raw material into a finished bonsai within a limited time while the audience watches. Come watch the drama unfold and vote for your favorite creation.

  • November Member Meeting: Program TBD

    College of DuPage (TEC1038B) 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL

    Program to be announced. In past years, November meetings have featured topics on winter storage and care of bonsai, preparing trees for dormancy, and other seasonal subjects. Check back for updates.