The Willamette Valley Bonsai Society

meets monthly on the second Tuesday   6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

at Center 50+
2615 Portland Rd NE   Salem, OR 97301

Our meetings are educational, with featured speakers and workshops. They are designed for beginners and experienced alike.

Take advantage of our open invitation to all members (and guests) to

bring in a tree or two, to get an opinion or advice from our experienced members. Or bring your current project to show off and inspire other members.


Upcoming Meetings:


March 14, 2023; 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Gail Jones will discuss wiring and tools

April 11, 2023; 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Mike Walberg will discuss styling and developing pines

May 9, 2023; 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Shelly Svoboda will give a presentation on displaying bonsai in your yard

June 13, 2023; 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Lee Cheatle will continue our larch projects

July 11, 2023; 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Annual bonsai auction fundraiser - open to WVBS members

Conifer Connection

meets monthly on the third Thursday   6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

The location varies and will be announced in the monthly member newsletter

Conifer Connection is an informal workshop for members, to gather and work together on projects, sharing advice, ideas, and a some laughs.


There will be no Conifer Connection meeting in March 2023