41st Annual Four Seasons Bonsai Show
June 29-30, 2013
With Special Guest, Jim Doyle

Four Seasons Bonsai Club of Michigan welcomes bonsai master Jim Doyle, owner of Nature's Way Bonsai Nursery, to a demonstration, workshop and slide presentation at the club's annual show. Explore the ancient art of miniature Japanese trees at the club's biggest (and only once-a-year) event. See the bonsai exhibit and beginner-friendly presentations on growing your own bonsai. Bonsai, pots, tools, and accessories for sale. Enter bonsai raffles. One lucky winner will take home the Jim Doyle-styled demonstration bonsai at the close of the show.

Jim Doyle bio here.

Everything except the workshops are free of charge.

The show would not be possible without the generous support of Telly's Greenhouse and S&R Event Rental. Thank you both!

Show Hours

Saturday, June 29, 9 am-7 pm
Sunday, June 30, 9 am-4 pm

Events During the Show

Saturday, 10 am: Hands-on introductory workshop with Todd Renshaw. This 2 hour workshop is ideal for beginners. You'll learn about the history and philosophy of bonsai then repot and prune a ficus bonsai tree that's yours to take home. Fee is $35 and is booked through Telly's Greenhouse, (not through the club). Space is limited. Call 248-689-8735 to pre-register.

Saturday, 2 pm: Tree-styling demonstration by Jim Doyle. Using the bonsai techniques of pruning, wiring and manipulating branch shapes, Mr. Doyle will take an ordinary nursery stock tree and create a beautiful bonsai.

Saturday, 5 pm: Exhibit critique with Jim Doyle. Club members will enjoy a walk-through of the exhibit with Mr. Doyle as he points out the strong points of each bonsai as well as areas for improvement.

Sunday, 10 am: Workshop with Jim Doyle. Space is limited. Cost to be determined. Club members may reserve a spot by contacting Todd, webmaster@mababonsai.org.

Sunday, 2 pm: Computer slide show with Jim Doyle..

Show Location

Telly's Greenhouse
3301 John R., (between Big Beaver and Wattles), Troy, Michigan. Telly's phone: 248-689-8735. Website: www.tellys.com.