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SUMMARY:Mammoth Auction & Sale Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.\, there are numerous bonsai vendors from the greater San Francisco/Bay Area to sell bonsai trees\, soil\, pots\, tools\, and other bonsai goods. \nOn Sunday\, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.\, there is a bargain sale of bonsai trees\, a ton of pots and other bonsai goods.
URL:https://bonsailakemerritt.com/event/mammoth-auction-sale-fundraiser-3-2/
LOCATION:Lakeside Park Garden Center\, 666 Bellevue Avenue\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
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SUMMARY:Mammoth Auction & Sale Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, there is a live auction of bonsai trees\, pots\, stands\, and related art. Preview of auction items is from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Live auction is from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. \n 
URL:https://bonsailakemerritt.com/event/mammoth-auction-sale-fundraiser-3/
LOCATION:Lakeside Park Garden Center\, 666 Bellevue Avenue\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
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SUMMARY:Autumn Lights Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Bonsai Garden at Lake Merritt (BGLM) takes pride in Oakland’s Autumn Lights Festival (ALF). The three-night event raises funds for the Gardens at Lake Merritt\, which includes the BGLM. \nThe Gardens at Lake Merritt were established more than a half century ago. They are a collection of themed gardens requiring varying levels of maintenance. Volunteers provide much needed care and maintenance. The gardens are a tranquil oasis in the heart of Oakland and provide public educational programs. (https://gardensatlakemerritt.org/)
URL:https://bonsailakemerritt.com/event/autumn-lights-festival-5/
LOCATION:Gardens at Lake Merritt\, 666 Bellevue Avenue\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
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SUMMARY:Autumn Moon-Viewing
DESCRIPTION:Bonsai Garden at Lake Merritt supports the Oakland Fukuoka Sister City Association in their hosting of an evening of moon-viewing. The annual Otsukimi moon-viewing event is held on the Sunday closest to the full harvest moon each October at the Gardens at Lake Merritt.  (https://www.oakland-fukuoka.org/home) \nThe harvest moon is a symbol of blessing and abundance for many cultures\, including Japan. \nSimilar to tea parties\, the moon viewing parties are occasions for sharing food and stories\, while enjoying what is considered the most beautiful moon of the year. \nBGLM opens its gate from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. for special guests of the Otsukimi moon-viewing party to be among bonsai masterpieces. \nReservation required. \nFor reservations – Call 510.325.3729 or email ofsca1962@gmail.com.
URL:https://bonsailakemerritt.com/event/autumn-moon-viewing-2/
LOCATION:Bonsai Garden at Lake Merritt\, 650 Bellevue Ave.\,\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Fukuoka":MAILTO:ofsca1962@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250901T110000
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SUMMARY:BGLM Volunteer Appreciation Day
DESCRIPTION:The Bonsai Garden at Lake Merritt (BGLM) annual Volunteer Appreciation Day. Enjoy a social and catered luncheon for all bonsai garden volunteers. \nPlease RSVP with Director Suzanne Muller and request meat or vegetarian options.
URL:https://bonsailakemerritt.com/event/bglm-volunteer-appreciation-day-2/
LOCATION:Bonsai Garden at Lake Merritt\, 650 Bellevue Ave.\,\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
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SUMMARY:Mammoth Auction & Sale Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:The Mammoth Auction & Sale fundraiser is held once a year in the winter at the Lakeside Park Garden Center\, 666 Bellevue Ave.\, Lakeside Park\, Lake Merritt\, Oakland\, California. All proceeds go to support the bonsai garden’s yearly operations. \nThe Mammoth fundraiser is scheduled annually for the first full weekend in March. \nOn Saturday\, there is a live auction of bonsai trees\, pots\, stands\, and related art. Preview of auction items is from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Live auction is from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. \nOn Sunday\, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.\, there are numerous bonsai vendors from the greater San Francisco/Bay Area to sell bonsai trees\, soil\, pots\, tools\, and other bonsai goods. \nOn Sunday\, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.\, there is a bargain sale of bonsai trees\, a ton of pots and other bonsai goods. \nThe annual fundraiser event is well attended by the bonsai community and the public. \n\n\nOfficial Procedures PDF\nAuction Forms\nSale Forms\nCatalog PDF
URL:https://bonsailakemerritt.com/event/mammoth-auction-sale-fundraiser-2/
LOCATION:CA
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SUMMARY:Mammoth Auction & Sale Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:The Mammoth Auction & Sale fundraiser is held once a year in the winter at the Lakeside Park Garden Center\, 666 Bellevue Ave.\, Lakeside Park\, Lake Merritt\, Oakland\, California. All proceeds go to support the bonsai garden’s yearly operations. \nThe Mammoth fundraiser is scheduled annually for the first full weekend in March. \nOn Saturday\, there is a live auction of bonsai trees\, pots\, stands\, and related art. Preview of auction items is from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Live auction is from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. \nOn Sunday\, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.\, there are numerous bonsai vendors from the greater San Francisco/Bay Area to sell bonsai trees\, soil\, pots\, tools\, and other bonsai goods. \nOn Sunday\, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.\, there is a bargain sale of bonsai trees\, a ton of pots and other bonsai goods. \nThe annual fundraiser event is well attended by the bonsai community and the public. \n\n\nOfficial Procedures PDF\nAuction Forms\nSale Forms\nCatalog PDF
URL:https://bonsailakemerritt.com/event/mammoth-auction-sale-fundraiser/
LOCATION:CA
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SUMMARY:25th Anniversary Celebration for Bonsai Garden at Lake Merritt
DESCRIPTION:Twenty-five years ago\, the BGLM opened its gates to the public on November 6\, 1999\, by hosting a Grand Opening celebration of bonsai and suiseki\, held on site at the Gardens of Lake Merritt and Lakeside Park Garden Center. Dennis Makishima was master of ceremonies for the grand opening\, including then Mayor Jerry Brown\, the Consul General of Japan in San Francisco\, John Naka\, Harry Hirao and other Japanese American notable bonsai artists\, Yasuo Mitsuya of Japan\, Recreation and Parks Officials\, and many more. In addition to the ribbon cutting\, there was a lively celebration inside the Lakeside Park Garden Center; all well attended. The San Jose Taiko drum performers were present. \nOn November 9th\, 2024\, BGLM would like to recognize the first 25 years by holding a smaller in scale celebration. Oakland City officials from District 3 and Parks & Recreation\, Friends of the Gardens at Lake Merritt\, the General Counsel of Japan in San Francisco\, Japanese American communities\, and the general public are invited to attend. Free admission. Public parking available. \nLocation: Bonsai Garden at Lake Merritt\, 650 Bellevue Ave.\, Gate 4\, Lakeside Park\, Lake Merritt\, Oakland\, California \nTime: 1:00 to 3:30 p.m. \nPotential speakers: \nGordon Deeg\, Director of BGLM \nCarroll Fife\, District 3 Councilmember \nFred Kelley\, Director of Parks & Recreation \nYo Osumi\, General Counsel of Japan in San Francisco \nEntertainment: \nSonoma County Taiko \nLight refreshments \nPoint of Contact: \nGeorge Haas\, BGLM Marketing Manager 707-762-9154 gwhaas@comcast.net \n 
URL:https://bonsailakemerritt.com/event/25th-anniversary-celebration-for-bonsai-garden-at-lake-merritt/
LOCATION:Bonsai Garden at Lake Merritt\, 650 Bellevue Ave.\,\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
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SUMMARY:Pacific Bonsai Expo 2024
DESCRIPTION:An exhibition of extraordinary bonsai.
URL:https://bonsailakemerritt.com/event/pacific-bonsai-expo-2024-2/
LOCATION:Henry J. Kaiser Center\, 10 10th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States
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SUMMARY:Pacific Bonsai Expo 2024
DESCRIPTION:An exhibition of extraordinary bonsai. Located at the Henry J. Kaiser Center in Oakland\, California. A two-day event with 75 outstanding bonsai displays and top- quality bonsai vendors.
URL:https://bonsailakemerritt.com/event/pacific-bonsai-expo-2024/
LOCATION:Henry J. Kaiser Center\, 10 10th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241019T180000
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SUMMARY:Autumn Lights Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Bonsai Garden at Lake Merritt (BGLM) takes pride in Oakland’s Autumn Lights Festival (ALF). The three-night event raises funds for the Gardens at Lake Merritt\, which includes the BGLM. \nThe Gardens at Lake Merritt were established more than a half century ago. They are a collection of themed gardens requiring varying levels of maintenance. Volunteers provide much needed care and maintenance. The gardens are a tranquil oasis in the heart of Oakland and provide public educational programs. (https://gardensatlakemerritt.org/)
URL:https://bonsailakemerritt.com/event/autumn-lights-festival-3/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241017T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241017T230000
DTSTAMP:20260423T230515
CREATED:20240530T164944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T090249Z
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SUMMARY:Autumn Lights Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Bonsai Garden at Lake Merritt (BGLM) takes pride in Oakland’s Autumn Lights Festival (ALF). The three-night event raises funds for the Gardens at Lake Merritt\, which includes the BGLM. \nThe Gardens at Lake Merritt were established more than a half century ago. They are a collection of themed gardens requiring varying levels of maintenance. Volunteers provide much needed care and maintenance. The gardens are a tranquil oasis in the heart of Oakland and provide public educational programs. (https://gardensatlakemerritt.org/)
URL:https://bonsailakemerritt.com/event/autumn-lights-festival/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241015
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241021
DTSTAMP:20260423T230515
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SUMMARY:BGLM CLOSED during regular daytime hours
DESCRIPTION:BGLM will be closed during regular daytime hours for the Autumn Lights Festival from October 15 October 20.  Please visit the BGLM during the Autumn Lights Festival.
URL:https://bonsailakemerritt.com/event/bglm-closed-for-autumn-lights-festival-preparation/
LOCATION:Bonsai Garden at Lake Merritt\, 650 Bellevue Ave.\,\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241013T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241013T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T230515
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T054251Z
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SUMMARY:Autumn Moon-Viewing
DESCRIPTION:Bonsai Garden at Lake Merritt supports the Oakland Fukuoka Sister City Association in their hosting of an evening of moon-viewing. The annual Otsukimi moon-viewing event is held on the Sunday closest to the full harvest moon each October at the Gardens at Lake Merritt.  (https://www.oakland-fukuoka.org/home) \nThe harvest moon is a symbol of blessing and abundance for many cultures\, including Japan. \nSimilar to tea parties\, the moon viewing parties are occasions for sharing food and stories\, while enjoying what is considered the most beautiful moon of the year. \nBGLM opens its gate from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. for special guests of the Otsukimi moon-viewing party to be among bonsai masterpieces. \nReservation required. \nFor reservations – Call 510.325.3729 or email ofsca1962@gmail.com.
URL:https://bonsailakemerritt.com/event/autumn-moon-viewing/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240902T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240902T143000
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SUMMARY:BGLM Volunteer Appreciation Day
DESCRIPTION:On September 2\, 2024 (Labor Day)\, the Bonsai Garden at Lake Merritt will host the Volunteer Appreciation Day. A social and catered luncheon for all bonsai garden volunteers. The event is scheduled from 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Please be sure to RSVP with Assistant Director Suzanne Muller and request meat or vegetarian options. \n 
URL:https://bonsailakemerritt.com/event/bglm-volunteer-appreciation-day/
LOCATION:Bonsai Garden at Lake Merritt\, 650 Bellevue Ave.\,\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
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