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  • Saturday, February 10 – Sunday, March 17 – Patterns in Bloom, An Orchid Exhibition

    At the New England Botanical Garden at Tower Hill’s annual orchid exhibition, immerse yourself in bright colors, bold designs, and vibrant patterns that celebrate the artistry of orchids. Patterns in Bloom showcases thousands of living orchids displayed in artful arrangements as well as the imaginative sculptural work of artist Molly Gambardella. Experience the creative wonder of this breathtaking orchid exhibition during daytime hours or through an exciting lineup of special events, including our Orchids After Dark series.  This year’s Orchid Exhibition Guide is available to download HERE.

    On the opening weekend, February 10 – 11 from 10 – 4, be among the first to experience these stunning orchid displays and imaginative works of art, in addition to live music and an artisan vendor market to kick off the opening of the exhibit. On Fridays, February 15 – March 15 from 6 – 8, experience the brilliance of the exhibition after-hours. Enjoy jazz, drinks, and light bites while curating the stunning orchid displays in a whole new light. Ticket price for Orchids After Dark includes one free beverage and a unique night out. $20 members, $30 nonmembers.

    For complete details visit www.nebg.org.

  • Friday – Sunday, October 21 – 23 – World of Orchids: The Amazon Orchid Show and Sale

    On Friday, October 21, 2022, The Massachusetts Orchid Society (MOS) opens its World of Orchids: The Amazon show and sale, through Sunday, October 23rd. Show times are 12:30 pm to 5:00 pm on Friday; Saturday – 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; Sunday – 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Sons of Italy Hall, 117 Swanton Street in Winchester.

    Hosted by the Society, the annual show and sale will feature more than 20 displays of orchids from national vendors, New England orchid societies and private collectors. Come enjoy the sights and scents of these exotic flowers.

    The show will feature something for every level of enthusiast, from beginner to advanced, including tours of the displays, plant raffles, orchid art, plus vendors of specialty orchids and growing supplies. All proceeds help fund the Society, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Tickets are $10 per person. Society members and children under eight have free admission.

  • Saturday and Sunday, January 22 & 23, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm – Cape and Islands Orchid Society Show

    Cape and Islands Orchid Society Show is being held January 22 – 23, 2022 at The Resort and Conference Center, 35 Scudder Ave., Hyannis, MA. $10 admission, children under 12 $5. Group rates available on request. No tripods allowed. For a list of education programs, to be announced, link to http://www.caios.org/caiosshow2021.html

  • Saturday, February 1 – Tuesday, March 31 – The Orchid Show

    You won’t want to miss Tower Hill’s first-ever Orchid Show. Inspired by street art, this inaugural show is spectacular and immersive. In the Limonaia, visitors are greeted with incredible and lush displays of orchids and tropical plants, integrated seamlessly with custom-made graffiti art by local Worcester artist Croc. Colorful art displays continue throughout the Milton Gallery. Visitors will enjoy an exciting lineup of event weekends and adult and youth programming. This never-before-seen combination of street art and orchids is beautiful, dramatic, and inspiring!

    Opening weekend, Saturday and Sunday, February 1 and 2, includes paper orchid making, an artist talk with graffiti artist Croc, orchid pin making, and tours. Complete information may be found at https://www.towerhillbg.org/orchid-show/

  • Friday, February 9 – Sunday, February 11 – New Hampshire Orchid Society Show

    New Hampshire Orchid Society Show is being held February 9 – 11, 2018 at the Courtyard by Marriott, 2200 Southwood Drive, Nashua, NH. Judging is being held on February 9, 2018 at 8:30 AM. For complete information contact Brenda Campbell at bbcampbell139@comcast.net.

  • Friday, November 4, 12:30 pm – 5:00 pm, Saturday, November 5, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm, and Sunday, November 6, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm – World of Orchids

    Tantalize all your senses at the Massachusetts Orchid Society’s annual orchid show to be held November 4 – 6 at Mahoney’s Garden Center in Winchester. Exotic displays of blooming orchids from around the world will fill the 10,000 square foot greenhouse to showcase the World of Orchids theme. Guests can delve deeper into these staggering beauties by attending a talk by the Orchid Collection Specialist at the Smithsonian Institute, Tom Mirenda. He will speak on some unique topics within orchid pollination in a talk he calls Orchid Sex 101. The show will feature something for every level of enthusiast, from beginner to advanced, including hourly tours of the displays, plant raffles, seminars and educational events, vendors of specialty orchids and growing supplies, and orchid art. The fee is $10 per person, and MOS members and children under 8 attend free. A portion of the proceeds will help fund MOS, a non-profit organization.

    On Friday, November 4, judges from the American Orchid Society will judge and award the best plants in the show, placing ribbons on the winners. The show officially opens at 12:30 to the public and remains open until 5 pm. Saturday hours are 10 – 5, and Sunday 10 – 4. Mahoney’s is located at 242 Cambridge Street in Winchester. For more information visit www.massorchid.org/show or call 781-729-5900.

  • Friday, October 31 – Sunday, November 2 – Orchid Passion: Yesterday and Today

    Friday, October 31 – Sunday, November 2 – Orchid Passion: Yesterday and Today

    The Massachusetts Orchid Society will present Orchid Passion: Yesterday and Today at Tower Hill Botanic Garden on Friday, October 31 from 1 – 5, Saturday, November 1 from 9 – 5, and Sunday, November 2 from 9 – 4.  Free with admission to the Garden.  See incredible displays of blooming orchids, floral arrangements, vignettes, and original artwork featuring orchids.  Educational programs and demonstrations, show and garden tours, a raffle, and a large sales area to stock up on orchid plants, supplies and more, will be featured.  For more information visit www.towerhillbg.org.

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  • Friday, November 2 – Sunday, November 4 – An Orchid Jubilee

    The Massachusetts Orchid Society will present An Orchid Jubilee at Tower Hill Botanic Garden in Boylston, Massachusetts on Friday, November 2 (1 – 5), Saturday, November 3 (9 – 5) and Sunday, November 4 (9 – 4).  Admission to the 60th Anniversary Show is included with regular paid admission to the Garden, and is free to tower Hill members and MOS members.  Be dazzled by incredible displays of blooming orchids created by hobbyists and commercial exhibitors, including floral arrangements, vignettes, and original artwork and crafts featuring orchids, throughout Tower Hill’s Stoddard Education & Visitor Center.  The Orchid Jubilee is a competitive event sanctioned by the American Orchid Society, who will judge the show entries.  Participate in educational programs and demonstrations, show and garden tours, a silent auction, and instant raffles throughout the weekend, and a large sales area where celebrants can stock up on orchid plants, supplies and orchid related art. For more information and directions visit www.towerhillbg.org.

  • Friday, November 4 – Sunday, November 6 – Orchid Show: A New England Rain Forest

    Friday, November 4 – Sunday, November 6 will be the time to visit Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive in Boylston, Massachusetts (not that it isn’t a good idea to visit anytime, but this weekend is very special.) An exciting orchid extravaganza, featuring gorgeous displays of blooming orchids with more than 12 commercial growers selling orchid plants and supplies, will take place Friday from 1 – 5, Saturday from 9 – 5, and Sunday from 9 – 4.  Clinics on basic orchid care, and tours of the show; schedule will be posted at entrance to the Show.  The public is invited to enter orchids for exhibit: contact MOSOrchidShow@comcast.net for details.  For more details on the show, visit www.massorchid.org/show.  Admission to Tower Hill is $10 for adults, $7 seniors, $5 youth, and children under 6 and members, free.

  • Friday, November 5, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm, Saturday & Sunday, November 6-7, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm – Massachusetts Orchid Society Annual Show and Sale

    ‘Seasoned’ orchid growers and new orchid enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the Massachusetts Orchid Society’s Annual Show and Sales,  Trident’s Treasures: In Memory of Dr. Wilford B. Neptune , at Tower Hill Botanic Garden in Boylston on Friday, November 5 through Sunday,  November 7,  is no exception.  This orchid extravaganza, featuring gorgeous displays of blooming orchids with more than 12 commercial growers selling orchid plants and supplies, plus clinics on basic orchid care, tours of the show, and more, will be held  Friday  1 – 5, Saturday and Sunday 10 – 5.  For more information, log on to www.show.massorchid.org, or email MOSOrchidShow@comcast.net.  For directions to Tower Hill, 11 French Drive, Boylston, Massachusetts, log on to www.towerhillbg.org.