GENERAL MEETING – World Bonsai Day
Topic - WORLD BONSAI DAY
GENERAL MEETING
LOCATION & DETAILS
Toronto Botanical Garden, Floral Hall
777 Lawrence Avenue East
Door opens at 6:30 PM. Meeting starts at 7:00 PM
No registration or reservations necessary. Free to all TBS members in good standing.
COVID PROTOCOL IN PLACE We ask that members who attend in-person HIGHLY consider masking at this time. Surgical masks and hand sanitizer will be available at the entrance of this meeting.
Many TBS members are older, and/or immuno-compromised, and we want to make sure that everyone can participate safely. Thank you kindly for your understanding.
2024 SPRING EXHIBITION & SALE
Spring 2024 Exhibition and Sale
Come to the Zoo to see the animals and stay for the Bonsai. The Toronto Zoo has graciously provided TBS with a venue to showcase our Members Trees in all of their Spring glory. Check back for more details closer to the date.
SCHEDULE
Check back for details.
LOCATION
THE TORONTO ZOO
2000 MEADOWVALE RD, TORONTO, ON, M1V 5K7
WORKSHOP – BYOT
WORKSHOP
Bring Your Own Tree Group Workshop
Guest Instructor: Intermediate/Senior TBS Member
REGISTRATION REQUIRED – SEE MONTHLY NEWSLETTER FOR DETAILS
INSTRUCTOR
Josh C.
COST
Free for TBS Members
PARTICIPANTS
24 max
Open to TBS members in good standing.
Registration, payment and waiver required.
In-person event.
BONSAI 101 - TBD
BONSAI 101
INSTRUCTORS
Presenter : TBD
Moderator : TBD
Bonsai 101 is geared towards beginners in the club, but sessions are open to all TBS members in good standing.
For Zoom link to the session, refer to your monthly TBS Newsletter.
Special Event - Collecting Trip
SPECIAL EVENT
Link for Details, Sign Up and Sign Up Sheet to be provided in TBS Newsletter
PRE-REGISTRATION WILL BE REQUIRED
BONSAI 101 - Shaping
BONSAI 101
Shaping
One of the fundamentals of bonsai is shaping your tree. During this session we will cover several topics to help guide you through making important decisions re : pruning, wiring and other styling techniques.
INSTRUCTORS
Presenter : Josh C.
Moderator : Connor C.
Bonsai 101 is geared towards beginners in the club, but sessions are open to all TBS members in good standing.
For Zoom link to the session, refer to your monthly TBS Newsletter.
Special Event - Forest Workshop
SPECIAL EVENT
*Waiver must be signed to participate
INSTRUCTOR : Connor C.
Because we are working with sharp tools, we will have a first aid kit available on site. We also recommend you have a Tetanus shot updated in time for the workshop as a precaution.
GENERAL MEETING – Larch Wiring Demo and Discussion
Topic - Larch Wiring Demo and Discussion
GENERAL MEETING
As we embark on our busy bonsai season, let’s take a look at wiring, specifically Larches. Larches are best wired in Spring when the leaf buds are ready to sprout and the bare branches can still be seen. We’ll walk through how to trim and wire larix bonsai, pruning and selecting branches, the selection of wire, wiring the trunk, washing the branches, arranging the branches, etc.. When building the basic canopy, it’s a good idea to wire all young branches every 1-2 years, noting that larch branches thicken rapidly and wire should be inspected regularly to ensure it is not cutting in.
LOCATION & DETAILS
Toronto Botanical Garden, Floral Hall
777 Lawrence Avenue East
Door opens at 6:30 PM. Meeting starts at 7:00 PM
No registration or reservations necessary. Free to all TBS members in good standing.
COVID PROTOCOL IN PLACE We ask that members who attend in-person HIGHLY consider masking at this time. Surgical masks and hand sanitizer will be available at the entrance of this meeting.
Many TBS members are older, and/or immuno-compromised, and we want to make sure that everyone can participate safely. Thank you kindly for your understanding.
BONSAI 101 - Containers
BONSAI 101
Containers
An exciting part of the practice of bonsai is selecting just the right container for your special tree. During this session we will cover several topics to help you make this important decision.
For additional details on the session’s content, check out the Bonsai Containers page.
INSTRUCTORS
Presenter : Mike Rousell
Moderator : Josh C.
Bonsai 101 is geared towards beginners in the club, but sessions are open to all TBS members in good standing.
For Zoom link to the session, refer to your monthly TBS Newsletter.
GENERAL MEETING – Women in Bonsai
Topic - Women in Bonsai
GENERAL MEETING
To celebrate International Women’s Day 2024, the TBS has curated a panel of "Women in Bonsai" within the TBS, along with Special Guest Speakers Cheryl Manning, Sara Rayner and The Purple Pot Society. Let’s inspire inclusion!
There will also be special raffles for a John Naka Sketchbook, Sara Rayner Pot and a PPS TShirt.
And, since Repotting Season will soon be underway, there is also a Soil Drop scheduled during the break.
LOCATION & DETAILS
Toronto Botanical Garden, Floral Hall
777 Lawrence Avenue East
Door opens at 6:30 PM. Meeting starts at 7:00 PM
No registration or reservations necessary. Free to all TBS members in good standing.
COVID PROTOCOL IN PLACE We ask that members who attend in-person HIGHLY consider masking at this time. Surgical masks and hand sanitizer will be available at the entrance of this meeting.
Many TBS members are older, and/or immuno-compromised, and we want to make sure that everyone can participate safely. Thank you kindly for your understanding.
BONSAI 101 - Soil & Re-potting
BONSAI 101
Soil + Re-potting
Cultivating bonsai can be a beautiful aesthetic endeavour, but, we have to remember that the health of the tree comes first. Find out when bonsais need to be repotted — when the nutrient supply has been cut off by enveloping roots as well as allowing water to drain to prevent roots from rotting, the type of soil to use, soil structure and potting mixtures.
INSTRUCTORS
Presenter : Mike P.
Moderator : Josh C.
Bonsai 101 is geared towards beginners in the club, but sessions are open to all TBS members in good standing.
For Zoom link to the session, refer to your monthly TBS Newsletter.
GENERAL MEETING – REPOTTING
Topic Repotting
GENERAL MEETING
Good idea to do a re-potting session early to provide newer members time to digest the information. It’s also a great opportunity for members to mingle and chat during the break.
There will be three tables presenting the following :
1. Pre-Bonsai
2. Nursery Stock
3. Refined Tree
LOCATION & DETAILS
Toronto Botanical Garden, Floral Hall
777 Lawrence Avenue East
Door opens at 6:30 PM. Meeting starts at 7:00 PM
No registration or reservations necessary. Free to all TBS members in good standing.
COVID PROTOCOL IN PLACE We ask that members who attend in-person HIGHLY consider masking at this time. Surgical masks and hand sanitizer will be available at the entrance of this meeting.
Many TBS members are older, and/or immuno-compromised, and we want to make sure that everyone can participate safely. Thank you kindly for your understanding.
BONSAI 101 - Pest Management
BONSAI 101
Pest Managment
Cultivating bonsai can be a beautiful aesthetic endeavour, but we have to remember that the health of the tree always comes first. A variety of pests can delay a bonsai’s development significantly. Learn what to look for and how to deal with basic pests that can injure your bonsai.
For additional details on the session content, please go to the Bonsai 101 - Pest Management page.
INSTRUCTORS
Presenter : TBD
Moderator : Josh C.
Bonsai 101 is geared towards beginners in the club, but sessions are open to all TBS members in good standing.
For Zoom link to the session, refer to your monthly TBS Newsletter.
GENERAL MEETING – TBD
Topic TBD
GENERAL MEETING – TBD
LOCATION & DETAILS
Toronto Botanical Garden, Floral Hall
777 Lawrence Avenue East
Door opens at 6:30 PM. Meeting starts at 7:00 PM
No registration or reservations necessary. Free to all TBS members in good standing.
COVID PROTOCOL IN PLACE We ask that members who attend in-person HIGHLY consider masking at this time. Surgical masks and hand sanitizer will be available at the entrance of this meeting.
Many TBS members are older, and/or immuno-compromised, and we want to make sure that everyone can participate safely. Thank you kindly for your understanding.
BONSAI 101 - TBD
BONSAI 101
TBD
If you would like to be a presenter for a future session, please contact John K.
INSTRUCTOR
TBD
Bonsai 101 is geared towards beginners in the club, but sessions are open to all TBS members in good standing.
For Zoom link to the session, refer to your monthly TBS Newsletter.
GENERAL MEETING – TBD
Topic TBD
GENERAL MEETING – TBD
LOCATION & DETAILS
Toronto Botanical Garden, Floral Hall
777 Lawrence Avenue East
Door opens at 6:30 PM. Meeting starts at 7:00 PM
No registration or reservations necessary. Free to all TBS members in good standing.
COVID PROTOCOL IN PLACE We ask that members who attend in-person HIGHLY consider masking at this time. Surgical masks and hand sanitizer will be available at the entrance of this meeting.
Many TBS members are older, and/or immuno-compromised, and we want to make sure that everyone can participate safely. Thank you kindly for your understanding.
Special Event - Travelogue
SPECIAL EVENT
Please join us for a special travelogue session hosted by Josh Chang and presented by Kale Stallaert on his trip to Japan!
For Zoom link to the session, refer to your monthly TBS Newsletter.
BONSAI 101 - TBD
BONSAI 101
TBD
If you would like to be a presenter for a future session, please contact John K.
INSTRUCTOR
TBD
Bonsai 101 is geared towards beginners in the club, but sessions are open to all TBS members in good standing.
For Zoom link to the session, refer to your monthly TBS Newsletter.
GENERAL MEETING – TBD
Topic TBD
GENERAL MEETING – TBD
LOCATION & DETAILS
Toronto Botanical Garden, Floral Hall
777 Lawrence Avenue East
Door opens at 6:30 PM. Meeting starts at 7:00 PM
No registration or reservations necessary. Free to all TBS members in good standing.
COVID PROTOCOL IN PLACE We ask that members who attend in-person HIGHLY consider masking at this time. Surgical masks and hand sanitizer will be available at the entrance of this meeting.
Many TBS members are older, and/or immuno-compromised, and we want to make sure that everyone can participate safely. Thank you kindly for your understanding.
BONSAI 101 - TBD
BONSAI 101
TBD
If you would like to be a presenter for a future session, please contact John K.
INSTRUCTOR
TBD
Bonsai 101 is geared towards beginners in the club, but sessions are open to all TBS members in good standing.
For Zoom link to the session, refer to your monthly TBS Newsletter.
GENERAL MEETING – TBD
Topic TBD
GENERAL MEETING – TBD
LOCATION & DETAILS
Toronto Botanical Garden, Floral Hall
777 Lawrence Avenue East
Door opens at 6:30 PM. Meeting starts at 7:00 PM
No registration or reservations necessary. Free to all TBS members in good standing.
COVID PROTOCOL IN PLACE We ask that members who attend in-person HIGHLY consider masking at this time. Surgical masks and hand sanitizer will be available at the entrance of this meeting.
Many TBS members are older, and/or immuno-compromised, and we want to make sure that everyone can participate safely. Thank you kindly for your understanding.
2023 FALL EXHIBITION & SALE
2023 Fall Exhibition and Sale
From small trees that fit into the palm of your hand, to trees older than your grandparents! Come see a wide variety of Canada's premier bonsai, as well as trees that are just starting their journey.
See the bonsai in their Fall colours!
MEMBER + VENDOR INFORMATION
Check your newsletter for info on:
Member admissions & tickets, volunteer sign ups, exhibitor submissions, vendor registration.
FREE admission to Exhibition for TBS members with active membership.
LOCATION
TORONTO BOTANICAL GARDEN
777 Lawrence Ave. East., Toronto
(Leslie & Lawrence)
Entire site is wheelchair accessible.
Paid parking available on site.
TTC Bus Routes: 51, 54, 162
SALES AREA
Bonsai, pre-bonsai and plant material, soils and substrates, tools, pots, books, stands and other related items.
No admission fee to Sales Area.
COVID SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Masks are optional but appreciated. The Toronto Bonsai Society has many elderly, and immunocompromised members and volunteers, so we appreciate your help in making our event a safe one for all to enjoy. Thank you!
BONSAI 101 - TBD
BONSAI 101
TBD
If you would like to be a presenter for a future session, please contact John K.
INSTRUCTOR
TBD
Bonsai 101 is geared towards beginners in the club, but sessions are open to all TBS members in good standing.
For Zoom link to the session, refer to your monthly TBS Newsletter.
GENERAL MEETING – TBD
Topic TBD
GENERAL MEETING – TBD
LOCATION & DETAILS
Toronto Botanical Garden, Floral Hall
777 Lawrence Avenue East
Door opens at 6:30 PM. Meeting starts at 7:00 PM
No registration or reservations necessary. Free to all TBS members in good standing.
COVID PROTOCOL IN PLACE We ask that members who attend in-person HIGHLY consider masking at this time. Surgical masks and hand sanitizer will be available at the entrance of this meeting.
Many TBS members are older, and/or immuno-compromised, and we want to make sure that everyone can participate safely. Thank you kindly for your understanding.
BONSAI AND MENTAL HEALTH
BONSAI AND MENTAL HEALTH
Instructor: Kale S.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED – SEE MONTHLY NEWSLETTER FOR DETAILS
INSTRUCTOR
Kale S.
COST
Free for TBS Members
PARTICIPANTS
12 max
Open to TBS members in good standing.
Registration, payment and waiver required.
In-person event.
Kusamono Workshop with Young Choe
Kusamono Workshop with Young Choe
Open to members of the Toronto Bonsai Society in good standing.
Two half-day workshops.
$75 each, includes substrates and plant material.
Ceramic containers available for purchase at workshop.
CASH ONLY.
Registration and details in August newsletter.
WORKSHOP – BYOT
WORKSHOP
Bring Your Own Tree Group Workshop
Guest Instructor: Intermediate/Senior TBS Member
REGISTRATION REQUIRED – SEE MONTHLY NEWSLETTER FOR DETAILS
INSTRUCTOR
Josh C.
COST
Free for TBS Members
PARTICIPANTS
24 max
Open to TBS members in good standing.
Registration, payment and waiver required.
In-person event.
Travelogue on Zoom
SUMMER ZOOM SESSION
Travelogue: Pacific Bonsai Expo and Other West Coast Impressions
PRESENTERS
Gary O. and Dominic E.
Gary and Dominic, who each made their way to the Pacific Bonsai Expo in Oakland, California. They will be sharing photos, their impressions and experience of the event. In addition, they will also talk about some of the other sites and bonsai practitioners they visited, including Dan Robinson's Elandan Gardens!
Session open to all TBS members in good standing.
For Zoom link to the session, refer to your monthly TBS Newsletter.
An Evening with Peter Chan
Time & Date
Friday, July 21, 2023
5:30 pm - 6:15pm Tree Check-In
6:00 pm Doors Open
6:30 pm Welcome
6:45 pm - 8:00 pm Critique & Discussion
8:15 pm - 9:30 pm Book Signing and Meet & Greet
$15 TBS Members (discount code in the July newsletter, already sent out)
$20 Non-Members
Tickets go on sale Saturday, July 8 at 10:30am.
Tickets at the door only available if event is not sold out online.
Location
Toronto Botanical Garden
Floral Hall
777 Lawrence Ave. E. Toronto, ON M3C 1P2
Paid parking in effect
Tree Critique
During this evening with Peter Chan at the Toronto Botanical Garden's Floral Hall, attendees are invited to bring one tree each for the critique held in the first half of the evening.
To enter one tree into the critique, please book a free tree ticket add-on when purchasing your tickets online.
One tree per attendee. Please label your trees.
Due to time constraints, we cannot guarantee all trees will be critiqued by Peter.
Trees will be selected by draw.
Thank you for your understanding.
Book Signing and Meet & Greet
The Book Signing and Meet & Greet will be held during the second portion of the evening.
Peter will happily autograph your newly purchased copy of his book, as well as any of his previous publications.
Photos are welcome!
Books Sales
Peter will be bringing a limited number of copies of the re-release of "Bonsai Masterclass - The Definitive Chapter" which he is offering at par for $30 each (reg. £30 – around $50CDN + shipping).
Limit one per family unless more are available at the end of the event.
Order online along with your tickets.
Purchased books will be available for pick up during the Book Signing portion of the evening.
Donation
In lieu of a speaker fee, the TBS will be donating to the Sunnybrook Foundation's Odette Cancer Centre in honour of Peter's late wife, Dawn.
Workshop with Peter Chan
Workshop with Peter Chan
Open to members of the Toronto Bonsai Society in good standing.
Registration and details in July newsletter.
Workshop with Peter Chan
Workshop with Peter Chan
Open to members of the Toronto Bonsai Society in good standing.
Registration and details in July newsletter.
Garden Visit
Garden Visit
HOSTS
Kem S. and Diane G.
Visit the lovely bonsai garden of two Toronto Bonsai Society members.
Session open to all TBS members in good standing.
Limited spaces available. Registration required. Information in monthly newsletter.
BONSAI 101 - Selecting Plant Material
BONSAI 101
Selecting Plant Material
If you would like to be a presenter for a future session, please contact John K.
INSTRUCTOR
Instructor: Ray S.
Bonsai 101 is geared towards beginners in the club, but sessions are open to all TBS members in good standing.
For Zoom link to the session, refer to your monthly TBS Newsletter.
GENERAL MEETING – AGM and Pines
Topic: AGM and Pines
GENERAL MEETING – AGM and Pines
LOCATION & DETAILS
Toronto Botanical Garden, Floral Hall
777 Lawrence Avenue East
Door opens at 6:30 PM. Meeting starts at 7:00 PM
No registration or reservations necessary. Free to all TBS members in good standing.
COVID PROTOCOL IN PLACE We ask that members who attend in-person HIGHLY consider masking at this time. Surgical masks and hand sanitizer will be available at the entrance of this meeting.
Many TBS members are older, and/or immuno-compromised, and we want to make sure that everyone can participate safely. Thank you kindly for your understanding.