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SUMMARY:Mid-America Bonsai Show & Sale
DESCRIPTION:Mid-America Bonsai Show & Sale\nChicago Botanic Garden\n1000 Lake Cook Road\nGlencoe\, IL\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, Saturday & Sunday\nAugust 15: noon – 5 p.m.\nAugust 16 & 17: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. \n\nPresented by the Midwest Bonsai Society\nSee bonsai trees on display\, shop the plant sale\, and learn from experts. \nShow: Nichols Hall\nSale: Runnels & Searle Courtyard\nDemonstrations & Lectures:\nAuditorium\, Design Studio & Plant Science Lab\nWorkshops: Various locations \nhighlights: \n\nA judged show including 200 bonsai trees reflecting all types of bonsai styles in Nichols Hall\nOver a dozen vendors selling bonsai trees\, raw nursery stock\, pots\, tools\, and supplies in the Searle and Runnells Courtyards\nFree demonstrations and lectures in Alsdorf Auditorium\nWorkshops for beginners and accomplished bonsai growers to collect growing information\nTo register and see the full list of workshops\, visit midwestbonsai.org\nChicago Botanic Garden
URL:https://prairiestatebonsai.com/event/mid-america-bonsai-show-sale/
LOCATION:Chicago Botanic Gardens\, 1000 Lake Cook Road\, Glencoe\, IL\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tapestry Multicultural Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the TAPESTRY Multicultural Festival to share the timeless art of bonsai with our community! This vibrant celebration of cultural diversity is the perfect opportunity for Prairie State Bonsai Society members to showcase our passion and introduce visitors to the beauty and tradition of bonsai cultivation. \nWe invite all members to: \n\nBring one or more of your prized bonsai trees for display\nShare your knowledge and techniques with curious festival-goers\nDemonstrate the artistry and patience behind this living sculpture\nConnect with a diverse\, enthusiastic audience eager to learn about different cultural traditions\n\nYour participation will help foster cross-cultural understanding while celebrating the meditative art we all love. This family-friendly event features music\, dance\, food\, and storytelling from cultures around the world – and your bonsai display will be a unique highlight! \nFor more information about the festival\, visit: https://www.dgparks.org/tapestry \nLet’s come together to represent the Prairie State Bonsai Society and share the peaceful beauty of bonsai with our neighbors!
URL:https://prairiestatebonsai.com/event/tapestry-2025/
LOCATION:Fishel Park\, 1036 Grove St.\, Downers Grove\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T203000
DTSTAMP:20260424T024313
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SUMMARY:General Meeting September 2025
DESCRIPTION:TBA\n \n\nAs always… \nBring a tree to the meeting you have questions about.  Members are always encouraged to bring personal trees to the meetings for advice on care or styling from our many club artists.\n  \n\nMeetings are held on the first Wednesday (or the 2nd Wednesday if immediately preceded by a holiday)  from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at The College of Dupage campus in the TEC 1038b. \nThe college address is 425 Fawell Boulevard\, Glen Ellyn\, Illinois. \nMembers who are unable to attend in person may join via ZOOM.
URL:https://prairiestatebonsai.com/event/general-meeting-september-2025/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250926T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250928T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T024313
CREATED:20250730T131218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T132229Z
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SUMMARY:WISCO BONSAI SEPTEMBERFEST
DESCRIPTION:Kevin Stoeveken\, Owner\, Wiso Bonsai\n\nWISCO BONSAI SEPTEMBERFEST3 DAYS OF WORKSHOPS WITH SPECIAL ARTISTS !!!SEPTEMBER 26 – 28 AT WISCO BONSAI SUSSEX\, WI.REGISTER AT wiscobonsai@gmail.com\n\nWORKSHOPS:\n\nFriday\, Sept 26th: beginner/intermediate workshop (byo) 12 pm – 4 pm with Kevin Stoeveken (owner Wisco Bonsai). Simply bring a tree\, grab a seat\, and get some guidance. Fun and loose. $25 per person.\nSaturday Sept 27th2 workshops\, both 10 am – 4 pm (could end earlier)\, Social time to follow.\nWorkshop 1) BYO styling workshop with Brian Susler of Night Owl Bonsai. One of the most respected Wisconsin Bonsai Artists will help you take your material to the next level. Brian is in high demand and is difficult to access\, and never at this price! Think Conifers at this time of year! $75.oo per person.* Limit 6 people\nWorkshop 2) Material provided large Japanese Maple workshop with Houston Sanders. If you don’t already know\, Houston is widely respected for his growing capabilities\, and the varied & unusual species he keeps. You have likely seen his work on display at the Chicago show on behalf of his imaginary friend & mentor\, Jose Sandoval! LOL\, He is providing large Japanese Maples for this workshop. $200 per person (Material provided !)\n* Limit 8 people.\nSunday Sept 28th2 workshops\, both 10 am – 4 pm (could end earlier)\, Social time to follow.\nWorkshop 1) BYO styling workshop with Elle Nieto–Brodnick of Chicago. For those who have paid attention to her Bonsai career\, you know that she has travelled the world to study her craft with the best. Her eye for design is very well developed & is an excellent teacher. As her star rises\, it will be difficult to access her at this price. $75.oo per person.\n* limit 6 people\nWorkshop 2) Material provided by Shohin Itoigawa Junipers with Mark Fields of Indianapolis. Mark needs no introduction as he is a very well-known artist and a master of Shohin Bonsai\, consistently winning Best Shohin Display across the nation. $200 per person (Material provided!)\n* limit 10 People\nAll workshops are free and open to the public for “silent” observation (silent or not being at the artist’s discretion)\n*NOTE: ALL WORKSHOP PROCEEDS GO DIRECTLY TO THE ARTISTS !!!SO LET’S SUPPORT THEM AND SELL THIS EVENT OUT !!!!!!
URL:https://prairiestatebonsai.com/event/wisco-bonsai-septemberfest/
LOCATION:Wisco Bonsai\, N68W23890 Donna Dr\, Sussex\, Sussex\, WI\, 53089\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251001T203000
DTSTAMP:20260424T024313
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SUMMARY:General Meeting October 2025
DESCRIPTION:TBA\n \n\nAs always… \nBring a tree to the meeting you have questions about.  Members are always encouraged to bring personal trees to the meetings for advice on care or styling from our many club artists.\n  \n\nMeetings are held on the first Wednesday (or the 2nd Wednesday if immediately preceded by a holiday)  from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at The College of Dupage campus in the TEC 1038b. \nThe college address is 425 Fawell Boulevard\, Glen Ellyn\, Illinois. \nMembers who are unable to attend in person may join via ZOOM.
URL:https://prairiestatebonsai.com/event/general-meeting-october-2025/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T203000
DTSTAMP:20260424T024313
CREATED:20241114T223616Z
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SUMMARY:General Meeting November 2025
DESCRIPTION:TBA\n \n\nAs always… \nBring a tree to the meeting you have questions about.  Members are always encouraged to bring personal trees to the meetings for advice on care or styling from our many club artists.\n  \n\nMeetings are held on the first Wednesday (or the 2nd Wednesday if immediately preceded by a holiday)  from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at The College of Dupage campus in the TEC 1038b. \nThe college address is 425 Fawell Boulevard\, Glen Ellyn\, Illinois. \nMembers who are unable to attend in person may join via ZOOM.
URL:https://prairiestatebonsai.com/event/general-meeting-november-2025/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T213000
DTSTAMP:20260424T024313
CREATED:20251008T003037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T012619Z
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SUMMARY:PRAIRIE STATE BONSAI SOCIETY CHRISTMAS PARTY 2025
DESCRIPTION:PRAIRIE STATE BONSAI SOCIETY CHRISTMAS PARTY\nDate: December 5\, 2025\nTime: 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm\nPlace: The Magee Estate in Wayne\, Illinois \nPlease note the date and time change. Larry requested we park in the driveway and enter the party from the rear of the house. It will all be lit up. This is a fun get-together to celebrate the holidays with our bonsai friends and colleagues.  \nThis is a fun get-together celebrating the holidays with our bonsai friends and colleagues.\nPlease bring food to share. It can be an appetizer\, dessert\, or homemade dish. The club will provide pop\, water\, ice\, plates\, cups\, and utensils. \nPlease bring some food to share. SEE NEW INFO BELOW. It can be an appetizer\, dessert or homemade dish.  The club will provide pop\, water\, ice\, plates\, cups\, and utensils.   \nAs usual there will be a door prize. Everyone attending will be given a free ticket for a chance to win. \nAlso we will be having a White Elephant gift exchange. If you want to play in the White Elephant exchange\, bring something bonsai related. If you don’t bring a gift\, you don’t get to play. Gifts are typically inexpensive (around $15)\, can be new or used items\, but must be usable\, not junk. It can be a pot or tool you don’t need anymore\, a book you have read or whatever\, but remember it must be bonsai related.  Wrap it well\, put it in the gift pile when you arrive and you might actually get something you need when it’s your turn to snag a gift. To determine the gift-choice play order\, we will draw numbers from a hat. Starting with #1 the first person picks a gift from the pile then unwraps and displays it for all to see. The second and all subsequent people can either steal or take a gift from the pile. If they steal\, then the person who just had his/her gift stolen can take a gift from the pile OR steal any other gift (EXCEPT the one just stolen from him/her). No limit on how many times a gift can be stolen. When all the gifts have been opened\, the first player who started the game (who\, by the way\, never had the option of stealing a gift to begin with) gets to either keep or exchange his gift with anyone playing\, thus ending the game. It is a very fun event\, bring a gift and participate.  \nNEW INFO:  This year we would like any member who plan to attend to RSVP. Also due to the duplicate food options last year\, please choose your 1st\, 2nd and 3rd choice of what you intend on bringing. Send it to Charlotte. Charlotte will let you know which of your choices to bring. We just do not want to have 6 trays of brownies and no cookies\, or 4 cole slaw and no macaroni salads\, etc. \nHAPPY HOLIDAYS!
URL:https://prairiestatebonsai.com/event/prairie-state-bonsai-society-christmas-party-2025/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T024313
CREATED:20260303T184419Z
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SUMMARY:February Member Meeting: Soil Composition & Repotting Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Linda Camp\nLinda Camp is a bonsai enthusiast with over 27 years of experience and partner in B.C. Bonsai for over 21 years. Based in the western Chicago suburbs\, she operates B.C. Bonsai which offers trees ranging from seedlings to 40-year-old specimens\, along with tools\, wire\, and pots. Linda serves as a Member at Large on the Midwest Bonsai Society Board and is a frequent workshop instructor and demonstrator across the Chicagoland bonsai community. \nLinda will present a soil components 101 talk covering the materials and recipes needed for repotting season\, along with a video presentation on repotting preparation. This is the perfect meeting to attend before spring repotting begins — learn what supplies to gather and how to mix your soil before the busy season hits.
URL:https://prairiestatebonsai.com/event/february-member-meeting-soil-composition-repotting-lecture/
LOCATION:College of DuPage (TEC1038B)\, 425 Fawell Blvd\, Glen Ellyn\, IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T024313
CREATED:20260114T020023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T145437Z
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SUMMARY:2026 SILHOUETTE SHOW
DESCRIPTION:February 21 & 22 | Sat 10AM – 4PM | Sun 9AM- 4PM | Morton Arboretum | Lisle\, IL \nA Silhouette exhibit displays the bonsai without leaves\, which may seem strange\, but it is a great time to\nsee the trees’ structure\, especially the ramification. \nThe show will be held in the Sycamore Room at The Morton Arboretum for the second year. The\nSycamore Room is part of the Visitor Center building at the Arboretum. It is the same location as our\nDestination Asia Festival bonsai show each year\, scheduled this year for August 1 & 2\, 2026. Silhouette\nShows in 2024 and before were held at Cantigny Park in Wheaton\, IL. \nOther attractions for the weekend:\nThis year we are adding a raffle of an Alberta Spruce bonsai as an extra added attraction. Tickets will be\n$1 per chance to win and the winner need not be present for the drawing. \nIn addition to the usual number of visitors at the Arboretum\, simultaneously\, the Arb has Juniper Junction\,\nits annual model train show\, in the Firefly Pavilion. The model train show begins on February 14th and\nends on the 22nd. The model train show should increase foot traffic beyond the usual number of people at\nthe Arboretum on a February weekend. Attendees for the train show will be parking in the main parking\nlot and will need to pass through the Visitor Center to get to the Firefly Pavilion. \nWhat trees to enter:\nAs always\, the Silhouette Show focuses on deciduous trees\, allowing a clear view of the structure of the\ntree and its ramification without leaves. In addition\, we are encouraging members to show some\nconiferous trees\, particularly if the structure of the tree is clearly visible\, staying within the spirit of a\nsilhouette show. Trees are not expected to be “perfect.” Just as with the August show\, we will have a Trees\nin Training display for those trees in development so the viewers can understand the process of\ndeveloping a bonsai. Ceramic pots and stands will be used for most trees in the main part of the show\, but\nare not essential for Trees in Training. Some members may have additional stands for loan to members\nwho do not have one. Accent plants and stones are not needed. \nVendors:\nCurrently we have two vendors lined up for the show. BC Bonsai will be selling bonsai trees\, pots\, wire\nand tools. Bubba’s Backyard Bonsai will be selling bonsai trees. Both are vendors you may have visited\nat our Destination Asia show last August or at the Midwest Bonsai show at Chicago Botanic Garden. \nOur schedule:\nFriday\, February 20th: After Noon – We will have access to set up tables. Vendors will also be setting up\nin the Sycamore Room.\nSaturday\, February 21st: 8 AM – 10 AM – Register and set up trees\, 10 AM – 4 PM – Show\nSunday\, February 22nd: 9 AM – 4 PM – Show\, After 4 PM – Teardown\nSunday\, February 23rd: 9 AM – Noon – Additional teardown time (if needed) \nPre-registration and questions: \nWe are asking members to sign up in advance for their trees to be displayed at the Silhouette Show. \nMembers can sign up at the February General Membership meeting. Please email or call Craig to pre-\nregister your tree(s) so we can correctly allocate space.
URL:https://prairiestatebonsai.com/event/2026-silhouette-show/
LOCATION:Morton Arboretum\, 4100 IL-53\, Lisle\, IL\, 60532\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T024313
CREATED:20260303T185518Z
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SUMMARY:Silhouette Show
DESCRIPTION:The annual winter bonsai exhibition showcasing deciduous trees in their leafless form\, highlighting trunk structure\, branch ramification\, and the skeletal beauty of bonsai. Members display their best deciduous specimens. Vendors and a raffle will be on site as well. Free with Arboretum admission.
URL:https://prairiestatebonsai.com/event/silhouette-show/
LOCATION:The Morton Arboretum\, 4100 Illinois Route 53\, Lisle\, IL\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T024313
CREATED:20260303T185511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T185511Z
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SUMMARY:March Member Meeting: Board Elections & Juniper Styling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Presenters: Linda Camp & Larry Magee\nThe meeting will begin with the annual board elections\, followed by a hands-on Juniper styling workshop. Members will work with Procumbens Nana (Shimpaku) material\, learning twisting and styling techniques. Trees are provided at approximately $30-35 each. A great opportunity for new members to jump right in with something hands-on.
URL:https://prairiestatebonsai.com/event/march-member-meeting-board-elections-juniper-styling-workshop/
LOCATION:College of DuPage (TEC1038B)\, 425 Fawell Blvd\, Glen Ellyn\, IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T024313
CREATED:20260303T184427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T184427Z
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SUMMARY:April Member Meeting: Repotting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A hands-on repotting workshop. Members are encouraged to bring trees that need repotting and put into practice the soil preparation and techniques discussed at the February meeting. This is a staple of the PSBS spring calendar — an opportunity for members of all skill levels to get guidance on root work\, soil selection\, and pot fitting from experienced club members.
URL:https://prairiestatebonsai.com/event/april-member-meeting-repotting-workshop/
LOCATION:College of DuPage (TEC1038B)\, 425 Fawell Blvd\, Glen Ellyn\, IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T024313
CREATED:20260406T112708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T112708Z
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SUMMARY:May Meeting: Mauro Stemberger Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Guest Artist: Mauro Stemberger\nMauro Stemberger is one of the most sought-after bonsai artists in the world. Born in 1978 in Feltre\, Italy\, he trained under masters including Hotsumi Terakawa\, Marc Noelanders\, and Salvatore Liporace. An architect by profession\, Mauro founded the Italian Bonsai Dream in 2005 and the Italian Bonsai Dream School in 2011. He has been a BCI-certified bonsai instructor since 2008 and served as president of UBI (Italian Bonsai Association) from 2008-2010. \nMauro specializes in conifers — Pines\, Junipers (Itoigawa\, Sabina)\, and especially Larch — and is known for his unique styling approach and engaging teaching style. His accolades include a Gold Medal at the Noelanders Trophy\, multiple international photo competition wins\, and demonstrations at the most prestigious bonsai shows worldwide. He has over 105\,000 followers on Instagram (@bonsaidream).
URL:https://prairiestatebonsai.com/event/may-member-meeting-mauro-stemberger-demonstration/
LOCATION:College of DuPage (TEC1038B)\, 425 Fawell Blvd\, Glen Ellyn\, IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T024313
CREATED:20260303T184432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T184432Z
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SUMMARY:June Member Meeting: Satsuki Azalea Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Guest Artist: Dave Kreutz\nDave Kreutz operates Satsuki Bonsai-en in the St. Louis metro area and is a recognized specialist in satsuki azalea bonsai. He completed formal training under Tatemori Gondo at the El Dorado Bonsai School in California during the 1990s\, graduating from a three-year program to become a certified satsuki bonsai instructor. He grows and imports diverse satsuki varieties and supplies\, with much of his inventory sourced directly from Japanese nurseries. \nDave will demonstrate styling and care techniques for azalea bonsai and typically brings trees and supplies for sale — a great opportunity to add a flowering species to your collection.
URL:https://prairiestatebonsai.com/event/june-member-meeting-satsuki-azalea-demonstration/
LOCATION:College of DuPage (TEC1038B)\, 425 Fawell Blvd\, Glen Ellyn\, IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260614T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260614T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T024313
CREATED:20260303T201230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T201230Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Club Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the annual PSBS summer picnic at the beautiful Blackwell Forest Preserve. Enjoy a relaxed afternoon of food\, conversation\, and camaraderie with fellow bonsai enthusiasts and their families. A guest bonsai artist will be in attendance. Bring a dish to share\, your lawn chairs\, and your appetite — details on timing to follow.
URL:https://prairiestatebonsai.com/event/annual-club-picnic/
LOCATION:Blackwell Forest Preserve\, Warrenville\, IL\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T024313
CREATED:20260303T184437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T184437Z
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SUMMARY:July Member Meeting: Show Prep & Tree Evaluation
DESCRIPTION:Moved to the second Wednesday due to the July 4th holiday. \nPhil 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 judging criteria used at formal bonsai shows.
URL:https://prairiestatebonsai.com/event/july-member-meeting-show-prep-tree-evaluation/
LOCATION:College of DuPage (TEC1038B)\, 425 Fawell Blvd\, Glen Ellyn\, IL
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260803
DTSTAMP:20260424T024313
CREATED:20260303T201618Z
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SUMMARY:Destination Asia Festival
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 1: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PMSunday\, August 2: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM \nGuest Judge: Peter Chan\nThe 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. \nPeter Chan is the doyen of bonsai in the United Kingdom. He is a self-taught bonsai artist whose journey began on a London balcony in the late 1960s. In 1986\, he and his wife Dawn founded Herons Bonsai\, which became Britain’s premier bonsai nursery. Peter holds the extraordinary record of 21 Chelsea Flower Show Gold Medals — a feat unmatched by any other bonsai specialist. He served as Chairman of the British Bonsai Association (1980-1987) and is a founding member of the Federation of British Bonsai Societies. His first book\, Bonsai: The Art of Growing and Keeping Miniature Trees (1985)\, remains a world bestseller still in print. His YouTube channel has over 500\,000 subscribers and 70 million views. \nPeter will conduct 4 workshops (2 per day) and serve as judge for the exhibition. 8 workshops are planned across the weekend\, running 9 AM–noon and 1:30–4:30 PM.
URL:https://prairiestatebonsai.com/event/destination-asia-festival-4/
LOCATION:The Morton Arboretum\, 4100 Illinois Route 53\, Lisle\, IL\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T024313
CREATED:20260303T185515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T185515Z
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SUMMARY:August Member Meeting: Program TBD
DESCRIPTION:Program to be announced. Check back for updates as the program is finalized.
URL:https://prairiestatebonsai.com/event/august-member-meeting-program-tbd/
LOCATION:College of DuPage (TEC1038B)\, 425 Fawell Blvd\, Glen Ellyn\, IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T024313
CREATED:20260303T185517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T185517Z
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SUMMARY:September Member Meeting: Program TBD
DESCRIPTION:Moved to the second Wednesday due to the Labor Day holiday. \nProgram to be announced. Check back for updates as the program is finalized.
URL:https://prairiestatebonsai.com/event/september-member-meeting-program-tbd/
LOCATION:College of DuPage (TEC1038B)\, 425 Fawell Blvd\, Glen Ellyn\, IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T024313
CREATED:20260303T184447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T184447Z
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SUMMARY:October Member Meeting: Iron Bonsai Competition
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://prairiestatebonsai.com/event/october-member-meeting-iron-bonsai-competition/
LOCATION:College of DuPage (TEC1038B)\, 425 Fawell Blvd\, Glen Ellyn\, IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T024313
CREATED:20260303T184450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T184450Z
UID:16579-1793818800-1793826000@prairiestatebonsai.com
SUMMARY:November Member Meeting: Program TBD
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://prairiestatebonsai.com/event/november-member-meeting-program-tbd/
LOCATION:College of DuPage (TEC1038B)\, 425 Fawell Blvd\, Glen Ellyn\, IL
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