Kaua`i ~ Hawaii`s Garden Island Treasure
UPCOMING EVENTS: General Meeting— Holiday Party and Makana Redemption is December 2nd at the United Church of Christ in Hanapepe. Take note, our meeting is on SATURDAY starting at 6:00 PM. No special speakers but an opportunity to socialize with fellow members at our annual holiday potluck party. Please bring a dish to share. There will be no learning center or display plants for this meeting. See page 2 for more details. Also, its time to renew your membership for 2018. So, please bring your membership fee of $20 to the meeting. 2018 General Meetings: February 9th, April 6th (early because of the Spring Show), June 8th, August 10th, October 12th, and December 1st.
The society is a non-profit organization made up of members having a wide range of involvement with and knowledge of orchids—from hobbyists to commercial growers. The society promotes the knowledge, culture, use, and appreciation of orchids through lectures, orchid shows, demonstrations, and other means.
Check-out our newsletter under e-News. We have an archive of newsletters for several years. There is a wealth of information in the newsletters on the care of orchids. Also there are photos of our award winning orchids from both our Spring Fantasy Show and Orchids in Paradise Show.
Under Events you'll find information about our regular general meetings (we meet every other month) and any special events that may be planned..
The Garden Island Orchid Society (GIOS) does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, nomination and election of officers, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, members, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors