Bonsai expert to speak at Lombard Garden Club meeting

The Lombard Garden Club will welcome Linda Camp who will speak on “Beginning Bonsai” at the Oct. 24 meeting.

Camp has been a bonsai enthusiast of 25 years and partner in B.C. Bonsai for 21 years. She will be presenting an overview of what is bonsai and the different trees that may be used. Camp will demonstrate and talk about everything from growing starter plants to the selection, creation and care of bonsai. She will also discuss their care and needs and how beginners may get started. Books, beginner tools and other supplies will be for sale.

It begins at 12:30 p.m. at the Lombard Community Building, 433 E. St. Charles Road in Lombard. There is no charge and the public is welcome to attend.

The Lombard Garden Club, celebrating 100 years in 2026, promotes an interest in gardening and the beautification of the landscape in our community. The club welcomes fellow gardeners who enjoy learning opportunities and the company of others. For details, visit lombardgardenclub.org.