At our first meeting of the year, we are pleased to be joined by Kenneth Cameron, Ph.D. of the Department of Botany at University of Wisconsin-Madison. Ken will present on the topic of orchid growing from a botanist’s perspective.

Gather and meet old and new friends, and enjoy the sights of Hausermann's amazing greenhouse. Join us for an enjoyable potluck luncheon, our show-and-tell tables of members’ orchids in bloom, and orchid-themed Sneaky Santa gift exchange.

Guest speaker Courtney Hackney will present on Cattleya orchids.

Join the September meeting for a workshop on plant labeling, and the main presentation “How to Create a Show Display”

Renowned Habenaria grower Sarah Hurdel joins us to present on growing Habenaria.

The July meeting will feature a hands-on workshop: Divide, Pot, and Repot.

Join us at Natt’s Orchids for our summer picnic. Meet old friends and new as you walk through Natt’s greenhouse, shop for some special orchids, and enjoy lunch. Bring your orchids in bloom.

At the May meeting, guest speaker Tim Culbertson will present on Paphiopedilum orchids.

Nick Rust, owner and founder of RustyExotics Orchids, will present “Orchids: the Beautiful, the Unique, and the Weird.” In addition, we will have a workshop on AOS judging delivered by fellow IOS member, Kay Perry.

Come to the January meeting for a workshop on lighting techniques, presented by members Barry Lubin and Steve Robinson. The main presentation, “How We Grow Our Plants,” will be presented by IOS President George Titterton and will feature various members’ growing locations, including inside, outside, greenhouse, windowsill, and walls.

Gather and meet old and new friends, and enjoy the sights of Hausermann's amazing greenhouse. Join us for an enjoyable potluck luncheon, our show-and-tell tables of members’ orchids in bloom, and orchid-themed Sneaky Santa gift exchange.

Main Presentation: Ken Cameron will be presenting on "Vanilla Orchids", just in time for holiday baking.