Maryland Orchid Society

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The Maryland Orchid Society meets the third Thursday of the month beginning at 7 p.m. See the Meetings page for a full timetable.

Inclement Weather Policy:

If a snow emergency is declared or in effect in either Baltimore City or Baltimore County as of noon or later on the day of our meeting, the scheduled meeting will be Zoom-only. Snow emergencies lifted before noon will not change a meeting. Refer to the Maryland Coordinated Highway Action Response Team (CHART) website for the latest snow emergency information.
We will distribute an email message to members confirming a change to Zoom-only as soon as it is known. Information may also be posted on the MOS website.

The next MOS board meeting will be Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 7:00 pm. at Woodbrook Baptist Church. Any member of the Maryland Orchid Society is welcome to attend the board meetings.

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November 20, 2025 Program
Beth Davis from Waldor Orchids Linwood, New Jersey
‘Orchids Are Different But Not Difficult’
7:00 p.m.

Beth Davis, Waldor Orchids, MOS 20 November 2025

     Beth Davis isn’t just an orchid grower—she’s a lifelong cultivator of curiosity, color, and community. As a fourth-generation horticulturist at Waldor Orchids in Linwood, NJ, Beth brings nearly three decades of hands-on greenhouse experience to every event, class, and speaking engagement she leads.
     Throughout the year, Beth travels to botanical centers, garden clubs, and orchid societies across the East Coast, sharing her passion for lesser-known orchid genera like Bulbophyllum, Maxillaria, Coelogyne, and Dendrochilum — collectively known among fans as “Beth Plants.”
     Whether she’s teaching at a public garden, inspiring hobbyists at an orchid society, or representing Waldor Orchids at a major orchid show, Beth’s energy and expertise make her an unforgettable presence. Her background extends far beyond the greenhouse. Beth has chaired the Ocean City Flower Show, partnered with the International Amphibian Days Organization, and volunteered extensively in environmental advocacy through Sustainable Monroe’s Green Team and her town’s Environmental Commission. As an American Orchid Society judge, she brings a respected voice to orchid exhibitions nationwide—and as a floral designer, she finds beauty in every petal, whether in a wedding bouquet or a rare specimen plant.
     This season, Beth is on the road again, appearing at a variety of orchid-centric events. From hands-on orchid classes to keynote presentations, her upcoming engagements promise inspiration for beginners and seasoned growers alike. You’ll not only learn about orchids—you’ll learn how to see them differently.

     Beth will bring plants for sale and a few supplies. You can pre-order plants or supplies directly with Beth. See their website https://www.waldor.com to see what is available.

Don't order through the website. Instead, send your pre-order request directly to Beth at linwoodorchid@gmail.com
You will get 10% off supplies.
Plants are full price.
If you don't see what you want, ask Beth if that plant is available.

Maryland Orchid Society Membership Form
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Maryland Orchid Society Membership form fillable
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Maryland Orchid Society Membership Flyer The MOS brings together people interested in orchids to promote and encourage orchid culture, preservation, education propagation, hybridization, and all other orchid-related activities of interest to its members. Benefits of membership include a subscription to the Newsletter (email and web), voting rights, borrowing privileges from the MOS Library, monthly guest speakers, local judging, valuable door prizes, and much, much, more!

Click here to download a copy of the Maryland Orchid Society Membership Flyer, a beautiful full color poster to place wherever there are people needing the benefits of our fellowship!

If you are interested in orchid culture and would like to meet others with similar interests, we cordially invite you to join the ranks of Marylanders already enjoying the benefits of membership in the Maryland Orchid Society.

We invite articles, notices, etc. for inclusion in our monthly newsletter, deadline for inclusion is first Sunday of the month.

The Missions Statement of The Maryland Orchid Society

Mission Statement of the Maryland Orchid Society

Maryland Orchid Society ByLaws available ☞ HERE ☜!

Officers
President		Robert Travers
Vice President		Marc Kiriou
Treasurer		Brenda Logan
Secretary		Diane Elam
Past President		John Heinbokel
Directors
Joy Marlowe
Robin Neukam

Committee Chairs
Activities		John Heinbokel
Auction		Aaron Webb
Away Shows		Valerie Lowe
Education/Activities		Chris Zajac
Hospitality		Vincent Russo
House		Clark Riley
Library		Wanda Kuhn
Membership		Jill Allen
Newsletter		Laura Sobelman
Program		Fay Citerone
Refreshments		Kathi Jackson
Show		Marc Kiriou
Show Table		Joel Graham
Sunshine		Pat Schiavi
Website		Clark Riley
Representatives
AOS/ODC Rep.		Valerie Lowe
Social Media		Joel Graham

Member Maryland Nursery, Landscape, and Greenhouse Association (MNLGA)

MNLGA Maryland Nursery Landscape and Greenhouse Association

If you have MOS expenses, a blank reimbursement form is available ⇨here⇦.

If you have MOS expenses, a fillable PDF reimbursement form is available ⇨here⇦.

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