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History
The Treasure Valley Orchid Society was founded in 1971 by a dedicated group of orchid enthusiasts who came
together to share their knowledge. TVOS began with seven members and has grown to over seventy today
Purpose
Our purpose is to promote the appreciation of orchids, to encourage the exchange of ideas concerning the
culture and growing of orchids, to conduct orchid exhibitions and shows for member fellowship, and to advance the knowledge
and appreciation of orchids.
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Meeting Schedule
TVOS meets on the third Wednesday of each month from September through May, at the Club House at Signature
Point Apartments, 3509 N. Cole Road, Boise, ID 83704. Doors open at 7:00 PM for socializing and
to provide members the opportunity to have questions answered about their orchids. Meetings begin at 7:30 PM.
Refreshments follow . In June and July, events such as a plant auction and family picnic, and an annual greenhouse tour
can take place, and are scheduled by the membership at one of the monthly meetings. August is usually scheduled
as a vacation month.
Benefits
Membership in TVOS is $20 per year per individual, and $30 per year per couple and includes
access to the club's extensive library of books, bulletins and videos on orchids and orchid cultivation. Each meeting
offers an informative program, a display of blooming orchids, plant sales, raffle plants, and door prizes. As a member,
each month you will receive the TVOS Orchid Chat newsletter to keep you up to date on what's going on in the club.
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Officers for 2009 President - Margaret Donnelly
Vice President - Jeff Ford Secretary - Sue Birnbaum Treasurer
- Terry McMorrow Board Members for 2009
Jeff Ford, Gregg Mattson, Rocky Redford, Ruth Mayer
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