CJOS January 2026 Newsletter
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- 7 days ago
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Welcome to the CJOS Monthly Blog, Everyone!
š„ - Happy New Year 2026 - š
ā Happy January to all our fellow orchid enthusiasts!Ā A brand-new year is underway, and it promises to be an exciting one with many Orchid Society shows on the horizon. The 2026 NJOS ShowĀ kicks off the show season as the first event of the year. Prepare to be inspired by stunning orchid displays from several tri-state Orchid Societies, an incredible diversity of orchids available for purchase, and the camaraderie of fellow orchid-growing enthusiasts.
To start the year off right, we will hold our first CJOS meeting on January 15th. This meeting will feature an āAsk the Expertsā session focused on orchid culture and growing questions. We aim to make this an interactive discussion, encouraging knowledge-sharing among all membersāfrom beginners to seasoned growers. Please come prepared with your questions, photos, and/or plants for hands-on discussion and Q&A. We look forward to seeing you at the meeting!
ā 2026 NJOS Show (North Jersey Orchid Society) ā
Dates: Friday (01/16/2026) 12pm-5pm; Saturday (01/17/2026) 10am-5pm ; Sunday (01/18/2026) 10am-4pm
Location: (Rutgers University) Douglass Student Center, 100 George St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Details: The show is free to all (adults & children); Orchids & Plant Supplies for sale; Beautiful orchid displays from tri-state Orchid Societies; *Free Parking (Vehicle Registration Required) Parking Link
Website: NJOS Link
If youāre new to growing orchids outdoors or just looking to exchange ideas, our monthly meetings are a great place to connect. Many of our members are happy to share their experience, tips, and tricks. It's also a wonderful opportunity to meet fellow orchid enthusiasts and become more involved in the society.
We hope to see you there!
Our members generously volunteer their time to support this wonderful hobby and help keep the society running smoothly. We truly appreciate everyone who participates and contributes to all that CJOS has to offer!
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*January 2026 Speaker: Ask the Experts (Plant Q&A Panel - Bring your Q&A for the featured Orchid Panel. They will discuss featured topics and offer experienced, practical advice on growing excellent orchids.)
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If you are bringing a plant for the display table, you may now prepare and print your Plant ID tag via this 'Plant ID Cards Link'.
*The CJOS meeting venue is at Trinity Church (33 Mercer St., Princeton, NJ 08540ā, (USA)). The meetings are held from 7pm - 8:30pm. All are welcome to attend a meeting; especially if it is your first time and introduction to CJOS. Grab a member and ask lots of questions about what CJOS is and how to join!
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