PATRICIA WALTERS

IKEBANA USIN GBROMELIAD BLOOMS

The Bromeliad Society of Australia will hold their next meeting at George Bell Pavilion, Castle Hill Showground on Saturday, 14 September with plant sales commencing at 11am followed by the meeting at 12noon.Access is via the Showground entrance off Showground Road into Doran Drive, Castle Hill, with plenty of parking on site.

Guest speaker – Patricia Walters, President, Ikebana International, Sydney Chapter will provide an overview on Ikebana – the Japanese art of floral arrangement with its history dating back to the 14th century and the philosophy and variety of techniques and styles.

Patricia will demonstrate Ikebana using bromeliad blooms supplied by members of the Bromeliad Society of Australia. Vistors are most welcome to come along to the presentation and learn about the art of Ikebana from our guest speaker.

BSA Meetings include plant sales, club news, raffles and competitions as well as providing an opportunity to meet with like-minded people in a friendly and inviting environment. Contact Ian Hook – mobile 0408202269, email:ianhook1@ bigpond.com website: www.bromeliad.org.au