Capital City African Violet Society, organized in 1952 and affiliated with the African Violet Society of America and the Northern California Council of African Violet Societies, meets at 7:30 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month. The club is devoted exclusively to the raising and propagation of African violets and is related to the Delta Gesneriad and African Violet Society. Meetings feature educational programs and refreshments are served. The club actively seeking new members and guests are welcome.

You are limited only by your imagination as to the fun, adventure, variety, study, and all around good time you can have when you journey into the organized world of begonias. The Joan Coulat - Sacramento Branch of the American Begonia Society is the means for an introduction to the dynamics and fun of begonias. Meetings are held monthly on the third Tuesday (except Feb. and Nov.) at 7:00 p.m. and feature educational programs, seed plant and exchanges, demonstrations, new species presentations, as well as a plant drawing. The group is thrilled to share begonias and begonia talk with anyone new to begonias.

The American Bonsai Association of Sacramento meets at 6:00 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of each month. Meetings are open to the public and almost always include a knowledgeable speaker who is either a club member or a sensei from another area who have received formal training in bonsai. You are welcome to visit the club, attend the numerous hands-on workshops, or join us on our annual bus trip.

The art of creating miniaturized trees or developing woody plants shaped like trees and growing them in containers is the focus of the Capital City Bonsai Association. Meetings, scheduled on an irregular basis, provide information on cultivation includes techniques for shaping, watering, and repotting in various styles of containers. Visitors and enthusiasts are always welcome at any meeting. Contact our club president for a list of meeting times.

The Bromeliads and Carnivorous Plants Society meets at 7:00 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month except in December and January. Our meeting topics include growing and propagation, taxonomy, and information about the natural habitats of these unusual plants. We also bring in guest speakers and occasionally discuss other plant varieties. We hold plant raffles each month and sponsor an annual show and sale in June. The show is non-competitive, and people are encouraged to bring striking and unusual plants to display.

The uninitiated might think of cacti and succulents as sticky, thorny plants, but the members of the Sacramento Cactus and Succulent Society would be the first to tell you that is not accurate. Join them at their regular monthly meetings on the fourth Monday at 7:00 p.m. (except December) and they will introduce you to the endless variation nature provided in these beautiful, uncommon plants.

The objective of the members of the Camellia City Porcelain Artists is to become better artists, connoisseurs, and patrons of the fine art of china painting and to further this art by education and displays in public places. Members attend monthly meetings held on the fourth Monday of each month, August through April, at 10:00 a.m., receive the club's monthly newsletter and quarterly state newsletters, and attend local seminars. You are welcome to visit at any of our meetings.

The Sacramento Chrysanthemum Society was formed to help individuals learn procedures for the propagation and cultivation of chrysanthemums, promote a wider interest in the cultivation of this flower, and to encourage the use and display of the beautiful blooms. To enjoy the bonds of fellowship among growers of the chrysanthemum visit one of our meetings on the fourth Thursday in March, April, August, September, and October from 6:00-8:00 PM.

Sacramento Valley Cymbidium Society was formed in 2004. The club meets on the fourth Wednesday of every month except July, August, and December at 7:00 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m. for all meetings). In addition to supporting the Shepard Garden and Art Center spring and fall shows, and hosting their own show and sale in March, the club hosts speaking engagements at garden events and nurseries as a way of introducing people to the wonderful world of growing orchids outdoors. Anyone with an interest in Cymbidium orchids is welcome to attend club meetings.

The American Fuchsia Society is dedicated to the purpose of acquainting flower enthusiasts with the beauty of fuchsias and teaching techniques for growing healthy blooming plants. The Sacramento Branch holds monthly meetings on third Thursdays of the month at 7:00 p.m., except January, July, August, and December. There is often a speaker to present information on various aspects of growing fuchsias. Visitors are always encouraged to come and learn more about growing these beautiful plants in a very social atmosphere.

The Delta Gesneriad and African Violet Society, organized in 1987, is dedicated to African violets and their cousins, including Streptocarpus, Episcia, Achimines, and many other flowering house plants. The group meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 11:00 a.m. Guest speakers or slide programs on the newest cultivars, show and tell, growing advice, hands-on workshops, plants and supplies are available at each meeting. Everyone's welcome! Bring a sack lunch and join in the fun.

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The Gypsy Traders Antique Club, who meets on the first Tuesday of every month at 7:00 p.m. (except July and August), was founded to promote the studying, collecting and enjoyment of antiques. In addition to their meetings and programs, club members have also held fundraisers and parties and participated in field trips. Contact our president for opportunities to visit the club.

We promote and foster a community of individuals interested in the Japanese art of Ikebana (flower arranging) and the beauty of Japanese art and culture by holding regular demonstrations, workshops, and outings. We meet the 3rd Monday at noon in January through October. Please check out website for the actual schedule and meeting locations. We invite you to come and explore the beauty of our art and culture.

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Sacramento Iris Society is a nonprofit, mutual benefit corporation whose sole purpose is promoting the culture and improvement of the genus Iris through encouraging any activity related to the study, propagation, improvement and culture of irises. The group meets on the third Monday of the month at 7:00 p.m. (Sept.-Dec.); other meeting dates/times vary (no meetings June-Aug). If this is your favorite flower, come visit to learn more about up-coming exhibitions, display gardens, and publications.

Sacramento Perennial Plant Club, established in 1988, meets on the 4th Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m., except in July, August, November, and December. Meetings are always exciting and informative and often include a "what is in bloom now" segment plus a chance to buy plants and garden-related items. Membership benefits include a wide variety of lectures, workshops, demonstrations, garden visits, and a bi-monthly newsletter. Guests are always welcome to attend the meetings and typically refreshments are served.

Want to meet other gardeners in River Park? Have a green thumb? Or would you just like to share your enthusiasm for all things garden? If so, the River Park Garden Club may be for you! Activities include plant sales, gatherings, as well as upkeep of the beautiful Yermol Memorial Garden and River Park entrance sign. If you are interested in joining this group, e-mail us for times and dates.

The Sacramento Rose Society, founded in1940 to encourage and educate the public in the growing and showing roses, meets the second Thursday of each month, except July and August at 7:30 p.m. Gatherings include a short business meeting, cultural tips from consulting rosarians, exhibition tips, and interesting programs on rose culture by knowledgeable speakers. Refreshments are served by members at every meeting. Membership in the Sacramento Rose Society is open to all interested rose growers.

Sacramento Collective for the Textile Arts celebrates the link between the creative individual and the artwork of textiles. SCTA offers a wide range of programs for practicing artists, collectors, and all who appreciate fiber arts. The group provides textile arts programs each month except December. Four special interest groups, Surface Design and Mixed Media, Beading, Needle Arts, and Book Arts, have monthly meetings to share ideas and techniques, plan specialized activities, and to work together. For more information on SCTA programs, lectures, workshops, and special interest group meetings, visit us on Facebook (SacramentoCollectiveForTheTextileArts/) or email us at SCTA1979@gmail.com.

The Sacramento Floral Design Guild is celebrating over 50 years of gathering together individuals who are interested in arranging flowers as a form of art. The group explores this form of living sculptural art by inviting outstanding demonstrators, presenting workshops, and participating in various flowers shows through out the year. If this very unique approach to art intrigues you, please join us at 10:00 a.m. on the fourth Wednesday of the month.

The Sierra Camera Club is a non-profit organization created to promote the art and science of photography, to advance the knowledge and skills of photographers, and to provide opportunities to enjoy and share the knowledge and experiences with others. The Club is comprised of separate divisions, each representing a different area of interest in the rapidly changing field of photography. To meet fellow photographers and learn more about your area of interest feel free to come to any of our meetings.

• 1st Thursday of the month - Travel Division or Nature/Landscape Division at 7PM
• 2nd Tuesday of the month - General Division or Print Division at 7PM

Sogetsu Ikebana of Sacramento is a class taught by a Master teacher to learn the art and explore the rich tradition of Japanese flower arranging while sharing the joy and inspiration from it. We learn to create unique arrangements for every day use and for special occasions and are introduced to basic and new techniques. Ikebana classes are held on the 2nd Thursday at 9:45 AM (except July and August). Beginners are welcome!

NAWCC members have access to an online horological forum, the world's largest horlogical research library, horology events and conventions, and so much more. Members also enjoy subscriptions to Watch & Clock Bulletin and Mart & Highlights magazines.