Oak Creek's Spring Bonsai Show

In conjunction with the NBS, Oak Creek's third annual Bonsai Show was held last weekend.  I've posted a slideshow on the left margin.  Thanks to all those who participated and attended.  I failed to capture a stand alone photo of the exposed root Mondo Grass...darnit.  I've received some additional contributions to the album for Suthin's visit.  Be sure to check it out.  Here is an updated photo of the Scott's big Satsuki in full bloom for your viewing enjoyment.

NBS Hosts Suthin

What a great weekend...learning from one of the best.  Here are some photos from myself and Scott.  Please contribute to the album or share your thoughts.

Suthin Sukosolvisit set to arrive in Lincoln...

The NBS will be hosting Suthin Sukosolvisit at the end of the month for a two-day workshop, followed by a Saturday evening demonstration on Saturday, March 31 at Finke Gardens.  See our Event Calendar for specifics.  We're looking forward to hosting such a well-accomplished bonsai artist and I know Suthin is looking forward to his first visit to Nebraska.  We'll be auctioning off at least one tree that Suthin has styled at the end of the Saturday night demo with proceeds going to the NBS.  Here is the page on Finke's site regarding the event.

Holiday Auction

I realize the last thing on people's mind at this point is next Winter, but I wanted to share these photos from Kim Stevens' large donation of pottery and magazines.  These will be auctioned off at our Holiday Auction in December.  Instead of a raffle, we are going to utilize the auction format.  So, you'll be able to either sell with a reserve, with the rest of the funds going to the NBS, or donate the item outright for auction.  This should spice it up a bit and provide a range of goods that everyone is interested in.  Check out the photos.

The Bark speaks NBS

Nice little post about our club about halfway down the page on Stone Lantern's Bonsai Bark blog.  Check it out!

Beginner Workshop

Registration is now full for the workshop.  See you all this Sunday!

Registration is now open for our five-part beginner workshop on Trident Maple.  Please select the image on the left margin for additional information.  Your commitment must be received by January 15th since the first course is scheduled for January 22.  We currently have eight spots remaining.  Frank Kroeker of Sonlight Nursery in Topeka, KS gave us a killer deal on the workshop stock in order to keep the price low. 

Here is an example of the stock: