Kusamono demonstration by Young Choe Young Choe is a kusamono artist who studied traditional art in her native Korea before moving to the United States and earning her BS in horticulture from the University of Maryland. While volunteering at the National Bonsai and Penjing Museum, she brought her artistic talent together with her knowledge of […]
Mid-America Bonsai Show & Sale Chicago Botanic Garden 1000 Lake Cook Road Glencoe, IL Friday, Saturday & Sunday August 15: noon – 5 p.m. August 16 & 17: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Presented by the Midwest Bonsai Society See bonsai trees on display, shop the plant sale, and learn from experts. Show: Nichols Hall […]
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. We invite all members to: Bring one […]
TBA As always… Bring 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. Meetings are held on the first Wednesday (or the 2nd Wednesday if immediately preceded by a holiday) from 7:00 p.m. […]
Kevin Stoeveken, Owner, Wiso Bonsai WISCO BONSAI SEPTEMBERFEST3 DAYS OF WORKSHOPS WITH SPECIAL ARTISTS !!!SEPTEMBER 26 – 28 AT WISCO BONSAI SUSSEX, WI.REGISTER AT wiscobonsai@gmail.com WORKSHOPS: Friday, 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 […]
TBA As always… Bring 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. Meetings are held on the first Wednesday (or the 2nd Wednesday if immediately preceded by a holiday) from 7:00 p.m. […]
TBA As always… Bring 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. Meetings are held on the first Wednesday (or the 2nd Wednesday if immediately preceded by a holiday) from 7:00 p.m. […]
PRAIRIE STATE BONSAI SOCIETY CHRISTMAS PARTY Date: December 5, 2025 Time: 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm Place: The Magee Estate in Wayne, Illinois Please 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 […]
Presenter: Linda Camp Linda 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 […]
February 21 & 22 | Sat 10AM – 4PM | Sun 9AM- 4PM | Morton Arboretum | Lisle, IL A Silhouette exhibit displays the bonsai without leaves, which may seem strange, but it is a great time to see the trees’ structure, especially the ramification. The show will be held in the Sycamore Room at […]
