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[Garden Calendar Coordinator]

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[Garden Calendar Coordinator]

The San Francisco Orchid Society has chosen the theme for the 2010 Pacific Orchid Exposition: it’s CARNAVAL! The 58th Pacific Orchid Exposition will take place from February 26 – 28, 2010 at Fort Mason Center’s Festival Pavilion.
 
The Pacific Orchid Exposition is known throughout the world, and this year it is considered the number one orchid show in the country; it’s the most prestigious orchid show in the United States. Its reputation has been built by the diversity of the species and hybrids that are showcased in its spectacular displays.  More than 20,000 people attend this annual fundraiser that will be sponsored by KGO TV and the CBS Radio network.
 
Over  150,000 orchid flowers from all over the world are displayed in educational exhibits from local, national and international orchid growers, both professional and amateur.  These award winning plants will create a whimsical environment because of their diversity in color, shape and sizes.

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March 27-28, 2010: Arroyo Grande ORCHIDS GONE NATIVE, the 15th Annual Central Coast Orchid Show & Sale sponsored by the Five Cities Orchid Society, will be held Saturday, March 27 from 9-5, Sunday, March 28, from 10-5 at the South County Regional Center, 800 West Branch, Arroyo Grande, CA, (East of US 101, between Brisco Road and Grand Avenue exits.) General Admission is $5.00 and includes a door prize ticket. Children 12 and under are free. The American Orchid Society will judge the plants being exhibited. Vendors will offer a large variety of orchids, orchid books and orchid supplies for sale. Orchid culture, re-potting demonstrations, plant doctors and show tours will provide valuable information to orchid enthusiasts. Weekend raffle to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association.  Take a coffee break or enjoy lunch at our show with Ellie’s Gourmet Cafe. An Orchid Show Preview Reception Benefit for the Alzheimer’s Association, California Central Coast Chapter Inc., will be held Friday evening, March 26, 6:30-9:30. The Alzheimer’s Association is committed to research, education, and quality care for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. This elegant evening includes Central Coast wines, gourmet hors d’oeuvres, live music, a silent auction and an awards presentation. Attendees get the first selection of orchids for purchase, and will have the opportunity to talk with the vendors prior to the show opening to the general public. In keeping with the theme and spirit of ORCHIDS GONE NATIVE we invite you to wear your tribal costume to add even more color and fun to the night. Tickets for the Preview evening are $40.00.  Please call (805) 929-5749 or (805) 481-3991 for preview tickets and information. Check our web site: www.fcos.org for updated show information.