6:30 PM via Zoom (call link to be distributed). GSBF will host a special reunion of the 2025 Rendezvous Joshua Roth contestants. During this event, participants will share their experiences at the Rendezvous and discuss their perspectives on the future of bonsai in America. Previous presentations can be found on the Golden State Bonsai Federation youtube page.

Please join us for a combined show featuring bonsai, cactus and succulents. Beginner Bonsai Workshops on Saturday and Sunday, limited space. For more info: www.santacruzbonsaikai.com Demonstrations on Saturday & Sunday from 1:30PM-3PM. Vendor and member sales. Raffles throughout the day.

Please join us for a combined show featuring bonsai, cactus and succulents. Beginner Bonsai Workshops on Saturday and Sunday, limited space. For more info: www.santacruzbonsaikai.com Demonstrations on Saturday & Sunday from 1:30PM-3PM. Vendor and member sales. Raffles throughout the day.

Join us on Saturday for our live auction and vendor sales. On Sunday morning, consignment sales will occur along with our vendor sales. For more information visit bonsailakemerritt.com/mammoth-auction-sale-fundraiser

Join us on Saturday for our live auction and vendor sales. On Sunday morning, consignment sales will occur along with our vendor sales. For more information visit bonsailakemerritt.com/mammoth-auction-sale-fundraiser

Baikoen Bonsai Kenkyukai 61st Winter Silhouettes Exhibition - Honoring Jim Barret: First bonsai show of the year, trees in their leafless beauty, pre-bonsai, pots, and tools for sale. Giant raffle/auction and entertainment. Demonstrations both days at 1PM.

Exhibit of fine bonsai, plant sales, raffle, food, and beverages. Free admission. Light dinner Saturday followed by 7PM presentation by Japanese-trained bonsai artist Adam Toth. $5 parking until 6PM.

Exhibit of fine bonsai, plant sales, raffle, food, and beverages. Free admission. Light dinner Saturday followed by 7PM presentation by Japanese-trained bonsai artist Adam Toth. $5 parking until 6PM.

Baikoen Bonsai Kenkyukai 61st Winter Silhouettes Exhibition - Honoring Jim Barret: First bonsai show of the year, trees in their leafless beauty, pre-bonsai, pots, and tools for sale. Giant raffle/auction and entertainment. Demonstrations both days at 1PM.

This event is a unique opportunity for bonsai enthusiasts of all levels to acquire exquisite bonsai, pre-bonsai, pots, stands, tools, and much more.

Join us for a day of beautiful bonsai, a chance to connect with local enthusiasts, and a live demo.

Biennial GSBF event. Headliners, Suthin Sukosolvisit and Mauro Stemberger will host Bring Your Own Tree workshops on Friday. Mulitple workshops will be held Friday and Saturday. Vendors all three days. Free educational seminars and Bring Your Own Bonsai hospitality hours. Live and silent auctions.

Biennial GSBF event. Headliners, Suthin Sukosolvisit and Mauro Stemberger will host Bring Your Own Tree workshops on Friday. Mulitple workshops will be held Friday and Saturday. Vendors all three days. Free educational seminars and Bring Your Own Bonsai hospitality hours. Live and silent auctions.

Just us at our 62nd annual bonsai show. Beginner's Workshop, Free Admission, Live Demonstration, Ikebana and Dr. Bonsai.

We're excited to invite you to the East Bay Annual Show and Sale! We'll have a shot of vendors and club sales this year as well as an amazing headliner

Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or new to bonsai, our meeting space will be packed with incredible items for sale. Don't miss your chance to find something special for your collection! Free entry – All are welcome! Preview 1PM; Live Auction 1:30PM.

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Come join us for our 61st Annual Bonsai Show held in conjunction with the Palo Alto Buddhist Temple Car Show. Enjoy viewing bonsai in this unique outdoor setting. We will also have bonsai sales and a demonstration. Food available to purchase at the car show and admission is free.

We're excited to invite you to the East Bay Annual Show and Sale! We'll have a shot of vendors and club sales this year as well as an amazing headliner

Kusamura was invited to present the art of bonsai at this special event which coincides with a show of pottery by Denise Soultanian.  Michael Greenstein and Ray Giron will speak about the aspects of bonsai while working on trees from their collection.  Hakone is located in Saratoga 21000 Big Basin Way and price of admission ranges from $8 to $12 depending on age.  The demonstration will run from 11 am to 1 pm.

Featuring Mike Pistello, Bonsai artist and instructor, winner of the Joshua Roth Rising Stars Competition at GSBF Bonsai Rendezvous 2023. Quality bonsai displays, demo and raffle at 1PM Saturday, large vendor and member sales, silent auctions, free admission and parking.

Featuring Mike Pistello, Bonsai artist and instructor, winner of the Joshua Roth Rising Stars Competition at GSBF Bonsai Rendezvous 2023. Quality bonsai displays, demo and raffle at 1PM Saturday, large vendor and member sales, silent auctions, free admission and parking.

Golden Zoom Series - (Call link to be distributed). Nao Tokutake, well known West Coast bonsai potter, will discuss traditional Japanese craft concepts applied to American bonsai pottery.

Marin County Fair - Tuesday July 2 to Sunday July 6 from 10AM-11PM. A show of beautiful bonsai. Explore their important relationship with the insect world. Come see the Formal Tree display, Bonsai Techniques exhibit, ongoing demonstrations, bonsai experts to answer questions, and more! More information at marinbonsai.org.

Our 16th annual show will include a bonsai demonstration at 1 PM on both days. The finished tree will be raffled off at the end of the demonstrations. Bonsai pots, soil, etc. available for purchase. Admission is free.

Our 16th annual show will include a bonsai demonstration at 1 PM on both days. The finished tree will be raffled off at the end of the demonstrations. Bonsai pots, soil, etc. available for purchase. Admission is free.

The East Bay Bonsai Society will be having an in-person bonsai auction. The auction will start at 7:30pm with a preview at 7:00pm. All sellers and bidders are invited to participate.*

• Established and starter bonsai trees, pots, tools and more

• Credit cards, checks and cash accepted

• Sales tax added to purchases

For information, email EBBS_distribution@yahoo.com

* Sellers can auction up to ten (10) lots with each lot having a starting bid of $10.00.

Join us for our annual bonsai show and sale featuring Chicago bonsai professional, Jennifer Price. She will be conducting demonstrations each day from 1PM- 3PM with raffle to follow. FREE ADMISSION, door prizes, Tree Clinic with Dr. Bonsai. Come see 60 of the best bonsai trees in the Bay Area.

Join us for our annual bonsai show and sale featuring Chicago bonsai professional, Jennifer Price. She will be conducting demonstrations each day from 1PM- 3PM with raffle to follow. FREE ADMISSION, door prizes, Tree Clinic with Dr. Bonsai. Come see 60 of the best bonsai trees in the Bay Area.

Bonsai Demo 10:30AM - NOON
One or more trees selected from the Filoli bonsai collection will be worked on under the guidance of Michael Greenstein. Visitors will get to observe and ask questions about a number of bonsai techniques such as wiring, styling, promoting branch ramification, creating a jin or shari, repotting, etc. 

Afternoon Critique/Tour of Filoli Bonsai 1:00PM - 2:00PM
This will be a critique of the bonsai in the Filoli collection along with a short history of some of the most important trees. A team of bonsai volunteers from Kusamura will be your hosts. Members and visitors will be able to ask questions throughout the critique/tour.

Kusamura Tree Display from 10AM - 4PM 
Kusamura will have a special display of up to ten bonsai with a focus on flowering bonsai for that day and possibly trees previously owned by Dennis Makishima.

Bonsai & Beyond: The Life and Art of Dennis Makishima from 2PM - 3PM
Be inspired by Dennis Makishima,  a third-generation Japanese-American, Vietnam veteran, and acclaimed  bonsai master, as he reflects on his life and the ancient art of bonsai.  Dennis’ journey spans from his apprenticeship in Toyohashi, Japan,  under Bonsai Master Yasuo Mitsuya to creating the Merritt College Aesthetic Tree Pruning Program and leading the Golden State Bonsai Federation as President.
During  this captivating talk, Dennis will share valuable insights into the  artistry and philosophy behind bonsai, followed by a book signing of his  new book Mr. Omoshiroi.