July 12, 2012 Meeting Minutes

The Meeting was held at Patrick and Patricia Major’s in Goodrich, MI on July 12^th, 2012. 

Networking and viewing the Major’s gardens began at 6:00 PM. 

Refreshments were served at 6:30 PM. 

Business Meeting was called to order at 7:20 PM by President Glen Pace.  Visitors and new Members introduced themselves and were welcomed to the meeting by Glen.

Treasurer’s Report- Mary Smith gave a treasurer’s report.  Details can be obtained at any meeting. 

Hosta Stones- an update of Hosta Stone inventory was given by Cathy Hodgson.  Cathy also asked for names of Michigan hybridizer’s to consider for the 2013 stone. 

Opening EMHS Aug Meeting- the Saginaw club may be joining us, as they do not have a volunteer host for their meeting in August.

Open House- Pam Walmsley told us about R&G Landscaping open house, July 21st & 22nd, 9-4

Raffle- Proceeds for EMHS Club activities.  

Door Prize Drawing- thank you to donors by Glen, drawing ensued.

Blog- Glen asked that members please email or call him with information for the blog or newsletter.  Any local garden tours or Hosta related topics can be posted to the blog for informational purposes. 

Next Meeting- is on August 9th, 2012 at Barb Hunter’s in Lapeer, MI at 6:00 PM. 

Garden Tour- all present were invited to tour Rick Adams Daylily Farm on way home from meeting.  Rick had donated H. “Panic in Detroit” for our raffle. 

Adjournment- at 7:45 PM