PLEASE NOTE!
Meeting location
has now been changed to
St James Lutheran Church
871 Cavalier
Meetings are held at 7:30 pm every third Tuesday
SJHS GARDEN NEWS
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CONTACT US
Email: stjameshort@gmail.com
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Address:
St. James Horticultural Society
Box 54027, 2533 Portage Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3J 0L5
FLOWER ARRANGERS
Our small but dedicated Flower Arranging Group will now be meeting roughly four times a year. Each member will be working on their own style, and finished pieces will be shared for fun and discussion. It’s a relaxed way to stay in touch and enjoy arranging. The next meeting date will be posted soon.
Please view additional images of arrangements created by these talented ladies at ..... Flower Arranging – St. James Horticultural Society
Annual General Meeting
Our Annual General Meeting will take place on Tuesday, November 17 at 7:30 PM at St. James Lutheran Church, 871 Cavalier Drive. Please enter through the Hamilton St door. There is an elevator for easy access to the basement. Parking is available in the church parking lot.
All members are encouraged to attend — your voice and participation help shape the future of our society.
Interested in Serving on the Board?
Do you enjoy being part of the St. James Horticultural Society community or know someone who would be a great addition to our leadership team? We’re currently accepting nominations for several board positions.
To nominate yourself or someone else, please email us at stjameshort@gmail.com.
Open positions:
2nd Vice President
Programming
Membership
Hospitality
Serving on the board is a wonderful way to contribute, learn, and help our society continue to thrive.
This newsletter contains all the information you will need for attending the upcoming SJHS AGM.
Attached you will find the Agenda, President’s Report, 2026 Financial Report and 2027 Budget.
As a member you will vote on the election of directors and the discussion of and acceptance of the Treasurer’s Report.
There is no need to purchase a 2027 membership in order to vote however, if you would like to, there will be a table set up where you can pay for your membership by cash or cheque.
To pay by e-transfer, please send payment to stjamesgardenregist@gmail.com.
A cheque can be sent to our NEW mailing address:
SJHS
Box 54027
2533 Portage Ave
Winnipeg, MB. R3J 0L5
SJHS memberships and garden plot dues need to be paid by January 15, 2027.
The Garden Plot fees remain at $50 per plot.
The SJHS Membership fees remain at $15.
You must be a member to have a garden or to help garden in a plot.
Please let us know if you are not returning to the garden by emailing stjameshortgardeners@gmail.com. We have a Waiting List for Plots.
As has been usual at our AGM, the SJHS Flower Arrangers will be demonstrating a Christmas flower arrangement. Materials and assistance will be provided to create your own arrangement to take home at no cost to you. This has proven to be extremely popular in the past. There will be 12 spots available for those who wish to participate and will be on a first come first serve basis. If possible please bring your own pruners or heavy duty scissors. If you would like to provide your own container or mug please ensure it is approximately 3” in diameter. Some containers will be available as well as various types of greenery, flowers, twigs, berries, and decorations.
Coffee, tea and dainties will be served and we welcome any donations of dainties or cheese etc. for our coffee/snack table.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Kind regards,
St. James Horticultural Society
Thank You, Kevin Roberts!
A heartfelt thank you to Kevin Roberts for his outstanding Beginning Bonsai presentation at our meeting September 20th. Judging by the tremendous turnout, there was clearly a great deal of interest in learning more about the fascinating art of bonsai, and Kevin did not disappoint.
Kevin's presentation was both informative and entertaining, blending practical bonsai knowledge with a wonderful sense of humour that kept the audience engaged throughout the evening. Attendees especially appreciated how he tailored the information to Manitoba's unique growing conditions, offering valuable advice on overwintering native trees and introducing tropical species that can be successfully grown indoors year-round.
Whether participants were completely new to bonsai or already experienced plant enthusiasts, everyone came away with a greater appreciation for the artistry, patience, and connection to nature that bonsai provides. The many questions and enthusiastic conversations following the presentation were a testament to how much the audience enjoyed and learned from the evening.
Thank you, Kevin, for sharing your passion, expertise, and humour with us. Your presentation was both inspiring and enjoyable, and we are grateful for the time and effort you put into making it such a memorable evening.
