Welcome to LBAOS!
The More Than Friendly Society Established in 1955
Long Beach Amateur Orchid Society is a non-profit organization formed to promote appreciation of orchids and to provide a source of information, education, and support for all orchid enthusiasts, whether they are novices or experts. Come and join us at our monthly meetings and meet members that range from dedicated growers with hundreds of orchids to beginners who just want to keep a few plants alive. Hear informative speakers and see demonstrations designed for orchid growers of all levels.
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Upcoming Meeting Info
November 11, 2024 (7pm)
David Toyoshima: Big flowers on “small” plants (compact catts)
David Toyoshima has been an avid orchid grower since he was a child. When he was seven, his mom bought him a small, seeding-sized cattleya plant. In middle school, he saved up enough money to buy a small, 6’ x 8’ greenhouse. With weekend trips to Stewart Orchids in San Gabriel, and with the help and mentorship of legendary orchid man, Ernest Hetherington, David started to amass the beginnings of a cattleya collection. One of his first heirloom orchid was Cattleya Bow Bells “Patterson’s” given to him by Ernest.
In high school and college, David worked part-time at Stewart Orchids (San Gabriel) and on occasion, Stewart/ArmRoy Carpinteria. He was an AOS student judge and continues to be a member of the American Orchid Society after forty plus years.
He is a two term (total of 6 years) as a Trustee for the AOS. He is the former chair of the AOS PR Committee. David is also an heirloom cattleya consultant to the Huntington Botanical Gardens.
David is a veteran advertising creative director (35 years) and has worked in Los Angeles and Chicago on blue-chip clients like McDonald’s, Budweiser, and American Honda. He is currently an adjunct professor at CSULB teaching advertising and graphic design. David continues to enjoy his cattleya collection—most, if not all, heirloom and historically significant plants.
Plant Judging
There will be plant judging, so please bring your plants no later than 6:45 p.m. if you want to participate.
All members are encouraged to showcase their blooms and plants. Please use “Plant Judging” forms provided towards the end of the newsletter.
Plant submissions for judging must be turned in no later than 6:45 p.m. with neat
and completed information on the plant judging form.
Winning plants will proudly display a First, Second, or Third place ribbon. The monthly
presenter will select an additional plant that will receive the Cultural Award.
Silent Auction
We will have a Silent Auction. Bring cash, checks, or Zelle to pay for plants.
Come and Join Us!
St Gregory's Episcopal Church
6201 East Willow Street, Long Beach