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The Ramapo Orchid Society, Inc. is a nonprofit, educational organization dedicated to the love of growing orchids . We meet every month ( except July & August) at the
Flat Rock Brook Nature Center, Englewood, New Jersey.
At our meetings we feature guest speakers, hands-on workshops, and an opportunity to trade growing secrets with some very experienced members. We always have a show table, and affordably priced orchids from local vendors. Special events include our yearly show, a great auction, and a fun Xmas party. The society is open to anyone who shares our love of orchids, so why don't you come and join a terrific bunch of people.
We are an affiliated member of the American Orchid Society (AOS) and Northeast Judging Center.

	Club News
	At our next meeting:
	Notice: There will be NO society meeting in January! Next meeting: February 21, 7:00PM But there will be the North Jersey Orchid Society show! Please see below for more details. February Meeting: Potting Party Learn how to properly re-pot your orchids. We will talk about when to re-pot, what size pot to use, and what type of potting media is most appropriate for each type of orchid. We will also talk a little about healthy roots, how to prune them if necessary, and what it means if yours are not doing so well. Everybody will get the chance to re-pot 2 beautiful orchid seedlings which you can take home and add to your collection. Fee for orchid seedlings, pots, labels and potting media is $10. This is one of our most fun hands-on meetings - so please join us and have some fun!
	Local Happenings
	Friday, January 18 - Sunday, 20, 2019
	North Jersey Orchid Sodiety Annual Show & Sale The first show of the season and the one where any Ramapo Orchid Society member can also participate. Grab the chance and lend your most beautiful flowering orchids for the North Jersey display. Please make sure all orchids are insect & disease free, clean their leaves, remove any dead skins, and make sure they are labeled with the correct orchid name. Also, write your name onto the pot (or use tape and affix that to the side or bottom of the pot). Orchid drop-off will be Thursday, January 17 until 2pm, orchid pick-up will be Sunday, January 20, after 4PM. Early submission is encouraged and appreciated. Late entries may be exhibited but not judged. If you do not want to participate in the show judging, please inform the show chair at the earliest opportunity. If you are unable to submit your registration list electronically, please contact NJOS prior to the show. Non-Excel users may submit their registration as text with plant ID, Class and Plant name separated by tabs. 2019 Electronic Registration Form (Excel) Show Location: Douglass Student Center, Rutgers University 100 George Street, New Brunswick, NJ Important Parking Information: Rutgers Security requires that all cars on campus be registered. Parking is still free. register your vehicle using link below or you may be ticketed. Why not register now Show Times: Friday, Jan. 18 & Saturday, Jan. 19, 9AM - 5PM Sunday, Jan. 20, 9AM - 4PM This is an American Orchid Society show, and the public is welcome to bring their orchids to the venue on Friday January 17, 2019 before 1 PM for AOS judging. Click the link for more information. Any questions, please contact the North Jersey Orchid Society
	Saturday, January 19 - Sunday, March 24, 2019
	Orchid Extravaganza at the Longwood Gardens Connect with Nature at its Most Serene Experience the peaceful beauty of winter—inside and out. Embrace the warmth of a lush sanctuary filled with thousands of vibrant, artfully presented orchids. Lavish Cymbidium dramatically spill from basins, grand Phalaenopsis float overhead, and tiny orchid species make a big impact, among other show-stopping arrangements. Step outside into a world of stillness, solace, and subtlety. Take a quiet stroll through our outdoor gardens and reflect amid the solitude. Timed Admission Tickets Required Get your tickets early, they are likely to sell out! 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA 19348 Click the link for more information
	Thursday, Feb 7 - Sunday, Feb 10
	Deep Cut Orchid Society Orchid Show & Sale Thurs, Fri & Sat, 9AM - 6PM; Sun 9AM - 4:30PM Free Admission - Ample Parking - Food on premises AOS Judging on Thursday, February 7, 2019 At the Dearborn Market 2170 Route 35 South, Holmdel, NJ 07733 Click the link for more information
	Saturday, February 23 - Sunday, April 28, 2019
	Brooklyn Botanic Garden Orchid Show The 17th annual Orchid Show is a dazzling tribute to Singapore—one of the world’s greatest orchid cultures—where these storied flowers are an integral part of the life of this vibrant “City in a Garden.” Developed in partnership with Singapore Botanic Gardens and Gardens by the Bay, this horticultural tribute set in the landmark Enid A. Haupt Conservatory will feature thousands of orchids dramatically paying homage to Singapore’s rich legacy of innovative garden design, spectacular floral displays, and achievements in orchid cultivation. 2900 Southern Boulevard, Bronx, NY 10458 718-817-8700 Click the link for more information
	Friday, April 5 - Sunday, April 7, 2019
	Southeastern Pennsylvania Orchid Society Show & Sale The largest show in the Northeast - 24 beautiful exhibits - 20 quality vendors - free guided tours! Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks, 100 Station Ave., Oaks, PA Friday, April 5 - 12PM to 6PM Saturday, April 6 - 9AM to 6PM Sunday, April 7 - 9AM to 5PM Buy your ticket online and save 25% Information and tickets
	3rd Saturday of every Month
	Northeast AOS Orchid Judging - every 3rd Saturday! The Northeast Judging Center has moved to a new location - now at the Frelinghuysen Arboretum New address Freylinghuysen Arboretum, 353 East Hanover Avenue, Morristown, NJ Link to Google Maps Join the Northeast Judging Center on facebook The Northeast Judging Center of the American Orchid Society sponsors a monthly judging event on every third Saturday. There will be an educational forum and discussion in the morning beginning at 10:30 on a wide range of topics related to orchid judging. Plants being submitted for judging should arrive no later than noon that day; actual judging of plants begins after a lunch break, generally no later than 1 PM. In addition to our monthly judging, we participate in a number of orchid shows throughout the center, providing AOS judging as well has taking part in ribbon and trophy judging at the show. Finally, we have many knowledgeable and helpful individuals in the center who can speak on a wide variety of topics related to orchids and judging. We encourage all of the orchid societies in our region to utilize this resource. For more information and any meeting questions, contact AOS Judge John Sullivan johndsullivan@optonline.net

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