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SUMMARY:New Beginnings Flower Show
DESCRIPTION:January 24\, 2025 CRAFTS & DESIGNS\nARTISTIC CRAFTS \n1. “Gnomes” – A Winter Gnome made with fresh materials. No artificial.\n2. “Cracked Pots” – Plants will not be judged but should be in pristine condition. No artificial material. \nDESIGN CLASSES\n1. “Show what you grow” – Design may include plants\, veggies\, herbs\, etc. grown by the exhibitor. List on\nan index card: the plant by name with your name on the back. (Botanical name not needed)\n2. ”Fresh Start” – Design arrangement of fresh and/or dried material. Dried material can be spray painted.\nList all plant names on an index card and your name on the back. (Botanical names not needed.)\nAll designs will be staged on a 36” high table. \nHORTICULTURE\n1. Cuttings – Grower may bring whatever horticulture looks good at the time of the show\, as long as it has\nbeen in your possession for 90 days or more\, 60 days in combination plantings\, and weighs no more\nthan 20 lbs. Plants will be placed according to types\, such as bromeliads\, orchids\, succulents\, cacti\,\ncontainer-grown foliage\, container-grown flowering\, cut foliage\, cut flowering\, and dish gardens.\nGrower will have their name and the plants’ names (the botanical name is suggested) on an index card.\nBottles will be provided for cut specimens. \nRULES\nForm – Plants should be centered in the pot\, well-rounded (not one-sided) Pot should fit the size of the plant.\nFoliage – well-hydrated\, vibrant color\, healthy\, lush. No damage\, pests\, disease\, or dirt. Signs of new growth\nand pups are okay.\nFlowers – present if required. (no faded blooms)\nGrooming – clean pots\, clean plants\, no debris\, no dead leaves\, etc. Must be in pristine condition.\nTo make things run smoothly on the day of the show\, please pre-register your DESIGN entry with Emily Panek\nby phone at 941-786-1541 or email msemilypanek@comcast.net Simply give her your name\, phone number\,\nand email address\, and let her know what you’re entering.\nBring your entries and plants to the Shannon Staub Library on Friday morning\, January 24\, 2025\, between 9 and\n10 AM. There will be volunteers to help you identify your plants by botanical name.\nJudging will begin at 11 AM.\nFind out about how entries are placed and see the ribbons that were awarded when you arrive for the\nMembership Meeting at 1 PM.
URL:https://allamandagardenclub.com/events/member-meeting-4/
LOCATION:Shannon Staub Library\, 4675 Career Lane\, North Port\, FL\, 34289
CATEGORIES:Flower Show,Monthly meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T130000
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SUMMARY:The Good\, the Bad and the Ugly presented by Alice White
DESCRIPTION:Please note the change in location for this month’s meeting. We will meet in the Veranda Room at North Port Library. \nAlice White’s PowerPoint presentation discusses the BEST native trees to plant in an area (the good)\, trees that are NOT RECOMMENDED (the bad)\, and the tree that are PROHIBITED/ABSOLUTELY NOT RECOMMENDED to plant (the ugly).
URL:https://allamandagardenclub.com/events/member-meeting-5/
LOCATION:North Port Public Library\, 13800 Tamiami Trail\, North Port\, FL\, 34287
CATEGORIES:Monthly meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T161951
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SUMMARY:Potluck and Plant Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Please mark your calendar for our next meeting on May 23rd  @ 12:00PM at the Shannon Staub Library\, 4675 Career Lane\, NP. This meeting will begin with a potluck lunch. Please bring something to share that requires no heating. (Finger-foods\, appetizers or desserts) and bring your own beverage. \nThis meeting will feature a plant exchange. Bring a potted plant from your yard to contribute to the exchange. Be prepared to talk about the plant – what it is and how to care for it. \nPlease note the earlier time for this meeting!
URL:https://allamandagardenclub.com/events/potluck-and-plant-exchange-2/
LOCATION:Shannon Staub Library\, 4675 Career Lane\, North Port\, FL\, 34289
CATEGORIES:Monthly meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T153000
DTSTAMP:20260508T161951
CREATED:20250422T215321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T152748Z
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SUMMARY:Flowering Trees and Shrubs for Southwest Florida
DESCRIPTION:Sandy Miller\, Charlotte County Master Gardener\, will discuss and display (through photos) numerous examples of small to medium-sized flowering trees and shrubs\, as well as other colorful plants that are well-suited to our growth zones.  The talk will discuss growth habits\, plant care\, suitable/unsuitable planting locations\, as well as pests and diseases.  \n 
URL:https://allamandagardenclub.com/events/member-meeting-6/
LOCATION:Shannon Staub Library\, 4675 Career Lane\, North Port\, FL\, 34289
CATEGORIES:Monthly meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T153000
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SUMMARY:Wildlife-Friendly Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Stefan Kalev\, MS\, North Port Natural Resources Manager\, will share ways homeowners can design landscapes that attract beneficial wildlife while maintaining ecological balance.
URL:https://allamandagardenclub.com/events/member-meeting-7/
LOCATION:Shannon Staub Library\, 4675 Career Lane\, North Port\, FL\, 34289
CATEGORIES:Monthly meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T130000
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SUMMARY:Bonsai Basics
DESCRIPTION:Rick Johnstone and Susan Mathews of Ichiban Bonsai Kai\, the Bonsai Club of Port Charlotte\, will be talking on Bonsai Basics while Rick creates a bonsai from carefully selected nursery stock.  The talk will cover the basics of what makes a bonsai\, popular species\, how to choose\, style\, and cultivation. The demo bonsai will be raffled. Members may bring a bonsai with specific questions. Limit 1 per person.  
URL:https://allamandagardenclub.com/events/member-meeting-8/
LOCATION:Shannon Staub Library\, 4675 Career Lane\, North Port\, FL\, 34289
CATEGORIES:Monthly meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T130000
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SUMMARY:Growing African Violets
DESCRIPTION:Lisa Colburn will discuss how to be successful with growing African Violets\, one of the most popular blooming houseplants in the world. The presentation will address propagation and division\, how to deal with disease and pest problems\, and grooming. Audience members are encouraged to bring in their plants for assistance. Many people walk out with a new favorite houseplant.\n \n \n 
URL:https://allamandagardenclub.com/events/member-meeting-9/
LOCATION:North Port Public Library\, 13800 Tamiami Trail\, North Port\, FL\, 34287
CATEGORIES:Monthly meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T150000
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SUMMARY:Desert Rose 101 by Deb Dekeulenaere
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a dramatic low-water plant? \n \nTry a desert rose! \nThis sun-loving plant may be the perfect plant for you – a drought-tolerant succulent plant (Adenium obesum) with vibrant\, trumpet-shaped flowers and a swollen trunk that is prized for their unique one of a kind characteristics.  \nDeb Dekeulenaere will demonstrate how to repot and rehab your desert rose for SW Florida. She’ll also discuss local resources\, supplies\, and potting mixes.
URL:https://allamandagardenclub.com/events/member-meeting-presentation-by-deb-dekeulenaere/
LOCATION:North Port Public Library\, 13800 Tamiami Trail\, North Port\, FL\, 34287
CATEGORIES:Monthly meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T161951
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T134113Z
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SUMMARY:60th Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for our 60th Anniversary Celebration on Thursday\, March 23rd @ 12:00 Noon. Please note the location has been changed to the Heron Creek Country Club\, 5301 Heron Creek Blvd.\, North Port. The meal will be a lovely salad bar. It will include a roll\, soup\, a nice assortment of salads\, non-alcoholic beverages\, and desserts. \nThe cost is slightly more than $25 per person\, but the board voted to cover the additional cost\, gratuity\, and the meals for the few dignitaries and scholarship winners who may attend\, possibly another 10 people\, approximately $250 to $300. \nWe must give Heron Creek a head count\, so we’re asking everyone to pay $25 for their meal at Friday’s meeting. If you can’t attend the meeting\, please mail your check to JoJo Lucibello\, 2924 Maximo Rd.\, North Port\, FL 34286. We must have received your RSVP with payment by March 10\, 2026.
URL:https://allamandagardenclub.com/events/spring-luncheon-and-60th-anniversary-celebration/
LOCATION:Heron Creek Country Club\, 5301 Heron Creek Blvd\, North Port\, FL\, 34287
CATEGORIES:Monthly meeting,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T120000
DTSTAMP:20260508T161951
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SUMMARY:Potluck and Plant Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Please mark your calendars for our next meeting on May 22nd at 12:00 PM at the North Port Library\, located on Tamiami Trail. This meeting will begin with a potluck lunch. Please bring something to share that requires no heating. (Finger-foods\, appetizers\, or desserts). Please bring your own beverage. \nThis meeting will feature a plant exchange. Bring a potted plant from your yard to contribute to the exchange. Be prepared to talk about the plant – what it is and how to care for it. \nPlease note the earlier time for this meeting!
URL:https://allamandagardenclub.com/events/potluck-and-plant-exchange-3/
LOCATION:North Port Public Library\, 13800 Tamiami Trail\, North Port\, FL\, 34287
CATEGORIES:Monthly meeting
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