Rhododendron line art ©Mary Ahern 2003      New York Chapter

    

     American Rhododendron Society

     President:Marvin Fisher

       Newsletter Editor: Jim Fry, e-mail: JimsCreatures@Verizon.net , tel 631-495-6531

       Chapter Website: NYRHODODENDRON.ORG 

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Despite a recent email you received, my “Ducksare in a row Duck with solid fillDuck with solid fillDuck with solid fillDuck with solid fill.  We originally were told that the Fellers would be holding a garden tour and early flower show at their home on April 23rd. However, they have informed me that due to a conflicting obligation they are unable to host this event. Therefore, we will be meeting at Planting Fields on Saturday, April 23rd, in the Greenhouse classroom where we usually meet. I was unable to procure a “guest speaker” for this event on short notice, so we will proceed with the meeting and “Early Flower Show.”

The greenhouse classroom is considerably smaller than the Conference Center where we normally hold flower shows, and therefore the format must be different. Members and guests should bring cut trusses or sprays for display in their own vessels (soda, beer, wine bottles etc.) for display. Those who bring entries will be invited to talk about their plants. There will be no categories or formal judging. We may have a more informal “people’s choice” judging.

The chapter will provide beverages and some accompaniments. We ask that members whose last names begin with G-M bring snacks and/or desserts to share with everyone.

**Due to the smaller space in the classroom, it will be necessary to know in advance how many of you are coming with entries, and how many entries. Please let me know by Tuesday, April 19th, so that the table arrangements to accommodate flower displays, food and seating can be made.

Your understanding and participation are greatly appreciated. I look forward to seeing many of you on Saturday, April 23rd, at about 1:30 (Sunday is not available). According to Planting Field guidelines, parking is free for those over 65. You just have to swipe your driver’s license in the machine in the parking lot to prove your age, and you will receive a receipt to display on your dashboard.

Happy Spring, Cherry Blossom outline

 Marvin