Bergen Bonsai Society
The Bergen Bonsai Society (BBS) is an association of individuals dedicated to promoting the artistry, horticultural knowledge, and appreciation of Bonsai (Japanese for tree in a container).
In order for BBS’s mission to be successful we promote and encourage communication and education among its members (and the community at large) by establishing a forum where one can develop the artistic skills and knowledge needed to affect our fundamental love of this ancient art form.
Our members consist of a wide variety of age, backgrounds, and experience (from the very beginner to the advanced artist). At Bergen Bonsai Society everyone is welcome. The diverse membership and activities at Bergen Bonsai Society create opportunities for the exchange of valuable information to help one’s development in the art of bonsai.
Annual Dues: $50 - individual -- $65 - family
In order for BBS’s mission to be successful we promote and encourage communication and education among its members (and the community at large) by establishing a forum where one can develop the artistic skills and knowledge needed to affect our fundamental love of this ancient art form.
Our members consist of a wide variety of age, backgrounds, and experience (from the very beginner to the advanced artist). At Bergen Bonsai Society everyone is welcome. The diverse membership and activities at Bergen Bonsai Society create opportunities for the exchange of valuable information to help one’s development in the art of bonsai.
Annual Dues: $50 - individual -- $65 - family
Workshops & Events Calendar 2024
DATE EVENT AND/OR GUEST ARTIST
January 21 Ceramics Workshop with Bob Hunter @ Fairfield, NJ
February 11 MABS Trees Selection @ Teaneck Greenhouse
March 17 Guest Artist Bob Mahler Workshop @ Teaneck Greenhouse
April 19-21 Mid-Atlantic Bonsai Societies @ Grantville, PA
May 19 Workshop @ Teaneck Greenhouse
June 9 Guest Artist Bob Etrekin Workshop @ Teaneck Greenhouse
July TBD New Jersey Bonsai Societies Show & Sale @ Middletown Township, NJ
August 18 Field Trip @ TBD
September 15 Workshop @ Teaneck Greenhouse
October TBD Open Show Bonsai Shack @ Pomona, NY
November 17 Guest Artist Bob Mahler Workshop @ Teaneck Greenhouse
December 8 Annual Holiday Luncheon
January 21 Ceramics Workshop with Bob Hunter @ Fairfield, NJ
February 11 MABS Trees Selection @ Teaneck Greenhouse
March 17 Guest Artist Bob Mahler Workshop @ Teaneck Greenhouse
April 19-21 Mid-Atlantic Bonsai Societies @ Grantville, PA
May 19 Workshop @ Teaneck Greenhouse
June 9 Guest Artist Bob Etrekin Workshop @ Teaneck Greenhouse
July TBD New Jersey Bonsai Societies Show & Sale @ Middletown Township, NJ
August 18 Field Trip @ TBD
September 15 Workshop @ Teaneck Greenhouse
October TBD Open Show Bonsai Shack @ Pomona, NY
November 17 Guest Artist Bob Mahler Workshop @ Teaneck Greenhouse
December 8 Annual Holiday Luncheon