Re: Local Clubs
Patty Forster wrote:
>
> Suzette wrote:
> >
> > I couldn't tell you the difference
> > between I. virginica and a tet(?). I almost regret taking a 3 year
> > membership. The lack of meetings is also a problem. We have four
> > luncheons a year which are suppose to pass as meetings. They tell you
> > the normal group business and everyone eats. I know people are
> > lacking in time but I would prefer a meeting at someone's yard to
> > discuss irises instead of a hotel. Oh, and I have tried volunteering
> > to help at shows and sales but I guess noone needs help. It's always
> > the same people running the show. If it wasn't for this list I
> > wouldn't know what to do. Thanks to the internet I've been able to
> > gleen information from different sources.
>
> There is a chapter here in the eastern part of NC, but it only meets 3 times
> a year and those meetings are usually 2 hours away. I didn't join for those
> reasons. People tell me how lucky I am to have L. Zurbrigg so close to me
> and I have been to his home once, but as a beginner, I sure couldn't take
> advantage of his knowledge. Sure, it is wonderful to be a part of the list,
> but I think having an active local club is very beneficial socially. Our
> local daylily club meets once a month with wonderful speakers and fun social
> events. I guess I should count my blessings on having that. No complaints,
> mind you.
>
> Bill S. - Your regional sounds wonderful. I would like to try and make it.
> I'll write you for a registration form.
>
> Patty F.
> Raleigh, NC
>
> >
> >Hi Patty, If Bill doesn't send you a form, I should be mailing
"NEWSCAST", Region 4's publication in a couple of weeks. Full info will
be enclosed. FYI, Next Spring, the ENC Chapter fill be hosting the
Spring Meeting. We will be touring Lloyd Zurbrigg's garden then.
:-)
Dennis Stoneburner
