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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: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: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: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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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260307T120000
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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: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:World Bonsai Day
DESCRIPTION:World Bonsai Day was created in 2010 to promote bonsai and friendship throughout the world. \nWorld Bonsai Day is celebrated to further bonsai awareness and appreciation world-wide. \nThe World Bonsai Friendship Federation World Bonsai Day celebrates the legacy of bonsai master Saburo Kato (1915-2008). A key figure in the modern history of bonsai. Kato was the third-generation owner of Mansei-en\, located in Omiya (just north of Tokyo)\, one of the most famous bonsai nurseries in the world. \nWorld Bonsai Day is recognized annually on the second Saturday of May. \nJoin us at the Bonsai Garden at Lake Merritt for bonsai awareness and appreciation.
URL:https://bonsailakemerritt.com/event/world-bonsai-day/
LOCATION:CA
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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-4/
LOCATION:Gardens at Lake Merritt\, 666 Bellevue Avenue\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
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SUMMARY:Autunm 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/autunm-lights-festival/
LOCATION:Gardens at Lake Merritt\, 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-2/
LOCATION:Gardens at Lake Merritt\, 666 Bellevue Avenue\, Oakland\, CA\, 94610\, United States
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