CLUB NEWS 2026
In place of regular newsletters, this section of the website will feature club activities and news of orchid interest.
Shown here is club member Robert Bannister's greenhouse in Des Moines. He grows amazing Phalaenopsis and supports our club with plants for shows and fund raising events.
Club Activities and news
Spring Club Activities
EIOS attended the Racine and Batavia Orchid Shows in March. Our display at Racine shown here.
EIOS participated in Noelridge Greenhouse Showcases in Cedar Rapids and sold orchids donated by member Robert Bannister
May June Meetings
Cheryl Erins presented via Zoom the program and officers were elected for 2026-27
June: Nile and Lois Dusdieker hosted a picnic at their home that was well attended.
Orchid Education
Don't forget about the Central Iowa Orchid Society Speakers Day held at the Lions Club in Johnston near Des Moines on July 18. Alan Koch from California and Kristen Uthus from Michigan are speakers. Great talks and great food. More info at https://centraliowaorchidsociety.org/speakers.htm