Orange County Gourd Society - OCGS

Orange County Gourd Patch members are the local members of CA Gourd Society.

The Orange County Gourd Society (AKA the OC Gourdpatch) is the local group of California Gourd Society members. Interested?... Become a California Gourd Society member! Dues are $20 year. You'll love the local OC "Gourdpatch" meetings! OCGS members are a diverse lot of artists, crafters, carvers and gardeners who all enjoy gourding activities. We read the "Golden Gourd" the full color quarterly electronic newsletter of the Calif Gourd Society for news of gourd activities throughout the state. The GG includes photos, articles on gourd art and crafting techniques, info on growing gourds, and announcements of upcoming meetings, classes and events for CGS gourdlovers.

How do I join? Where can I get more information?

Annual membership in California Gourd Society is $20.00. Join at www.calgourd.com. CGS members in OC area attend the OC Patch meetings each 4th Thursday evening.
Our members include gourd gardeners, artists, crafters, musicians, class teachers and others of all ages and abilities. Members receive emailed info on local meetings, classes and events.
CGS members also receive discount coupons good at gourd farms and craft suppliers. Join now...save!
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Susan Sullivan (714) 997-4482
Regional Coordinator-Orange County Area
Email: susansphn@aol.com

OCGS monthly meetings, classes, and workshops are usually in central Orange County. Exact time, dates and locations are on our patch website at http://www.orangecountygourdsociety.org
Some classes or demonstrations may be at Fullerton Arboretum, Santa Ana Zoo, and the annual OC Fair.

Upcoming Meetings, Classes, Exhibits, Demonstrations & Events

Meetings are the 4TH THURSDAY evening each month (except Nov and Dec) at 6:30 PM Call 714 997-4482 or email isbliss@yahoo.com to RSVP, confirm dates, get directions to meeting locations, or to sign up for scheduled classes and activities. Be on our "notification list" for classes and demos arranged for differing ages and ability levels. We have "playdays" and classes on some Saturdays.

ALSO PLAN TO ATTEND THESE GREAT Annual EVENTS!!
Fullerton Arboretum Spring (April) and Fall (Oct) Green Scene Plant Sales.

*Gourd Festival and CGS Gourd Art Competition at Welburn's Gourd Farm in Fallbrook last weekend in June each year. (Link below)
Fall Fest at Welburn's in October featuring the fun annual IRON GOURD COMPETITION. (Link below)
*OCGS members often demonstrate at OC Fair! Check OC Fair Schedule of events for dates and times.

Need a Speaker?? Invite OCGS speakers to exhibit and lecture at your garden club or organizational event. We can provide demonstrations and educational presentations regarding growing gourds and their use throughout history as vessels, instruments, art and adornment.
OC Patch news and activities will be at http://www.orangecountygourdsociety.org
Many of our talented artist members do sell their pieces, contact us for more info.

Gourdlinks

Orange County Patch Page
Welburn Gourd Farm in Fallbrook
California Gourd Society

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