BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//coloradocactus.org//NONSGML kigkonsult.se iCalcreator 2.30.10// CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH UID:3da52401-a82c-47bb-b124-8ee9765bc28f X-WR-CALDESC:Join the Colorado Cactus & Succulent Society for our Annual Ba nquet\, one of our biggest gatherings of the year! Enjoy a delicious famil y-style Italian luncheon\, reconnect with fellow plant enthusiasts\, parti cipate in our Annual Business Meeting and Board Elections\, and experience a special presentation from internationally renowned cactus and succulent expert Wendell S. “Woody” Minnich.\n\nFeatured Presentation: Japan\, Amaz ing Cacti and Succulent Nurseries\n\nWhat happens when centuries of Japane se horticultural artistry meet the fascinating world of cacti and succulen ts?\n\nJoin Woody Minnich for a photographic journey through some of Japan ’s most extraordinary cactus and succulent nurseries.\n\nIn the fall of 20 25\, Woody traveled to Japan with fellow enthusiasts Jack Tian and Moses N uno\, visiting remarkable growers and collectors from rural agricultural r egions to rooftop greenhouses around Tokyo. Along the way\, they discovere d thousands of expertly cultivated plants\, extraordinary cultivars\, and innovative growing techniques.\n\nFrom spectacular Ariocarpus cultivars su ch as ‘Godzilla’ and ‘Cauliflower’ to beautifully patterned Astrophytum as terias ‘Super Kabuto’\, Woody will showcase plants that demonstrate the ar tistry\, dedication\, and innovation of Japanese growers.\n\nMany nurserie s specialize in perfecting individual species\, developing exceptional for ms\, colors\, and textures. Their attention to presentation\, including ha ndcrafted pottery and naturalistic staging\, reflects Japan’s long traditi on of bonsai.\n\nThrough Woody’s captivating photography and firsthand sto ries\, we'll explore a side of cactus and succulent cultivation that few o f us have had the opportunity to experience.\n\nWhether you're a seasoned collector or simply appreciate beautiful plants\, this is a presentation y ou won't want to miss!\n\nAbout Woody Minnich:\n\nWendell S. “Woody” Minni ch has spent more than 55 years studying\, growing\, photographing\, and a dvocating for cacti and succulents.\n\nHe founded Cactus Data Plants in 19 75 and has undertaken more than 128 major field expeditions across the Ame ricas\, Africa\, Madagascar\, and other regions. His work has contributed to the discovery of several species\, and his photographs and research hav e appeared in numerous horticultural publications.\n\nWoody has served in leadership positions throughout the cactus and succulent community and has received honorary life memberships from 14 societies. His passion for pla nt conservation\, exceptional photography\, and engaging storytelling have made him a popular speaker among cactus and succulent enthusiasts worldwi de.\n\nSpecial Plant Sale & Silent Auction:\nWoody will also be bringing a couple of flats of plants for sale\, giving members an opportunity to pur chase plants from this renowned grower.\n\nIn addition\, Woody is generous ly donating a couple of special plants for our silent auction. Be sure to take a look and place your bids!\n\nFamily-Style Italian Luncheon\nOur ban quet luncheon is $30 per person and includes:\n\n- Chef’s Signature Caesar Salad\n- Crispy Mozzarella with Marinara\n- Parmesan-Stuffed Mushrooms\n - Fettuccine Alfredo with Parmesan-Crusted Chicken\n- Chicken Parmesan\n- Beef Tenderloin Medallions\n- Tiramisu\n- Fresh bread\, coffee\, tea\, ice d tea\, and soft drinks\n\nWe are also working with Maggiano’s to accommod ate members with different dietary needs.\n\nAnnual Business Meeting & Boa rd Elections:\nThe banquet is also our opportunity to reflect on another s uccessful year and help guide the future of CCSS.\nMembers will participat e in our Annual Business Meeting and Board Elections. Nominations for Boar d positions are welcome\, and we encourage members interested in becoming more involved to consider serving.\n\nRegistration & Payment:\nAdvance reg istration is required. Attendance is limited to 80 CCSS members.\n\nCost: $30 per person\nDate: Sunday\, November 22\, 2026\nTime: 12:00–3:00 PM\nLo cation: Maggiano’s Little Italy\, DTC\, 7401 S. Clinton Street\, Englewood \, CO 80112\n\nRegister by clicking the button at the top of this page. \n \nThis is a members-only event. Not a member yet? We welcome you to join C CSS and reserve your place at the banquet.\n\nWe look forward to celebrati ng another wonderful year of cacti\, succulents\, and friendship with you! X-WR-RELCALID:edbaccc907ec53a5f9a4da1f71264d75 X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/Denver BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Denver BEGIN:STANDARD TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20261101T020000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 RDATE:20271107T020000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20260308T020000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 RDATE:20270314T020000 RDATE:20280312T020000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT UID:38a93fe9-723b-42ec-9689-c98b2d80d0bb DTSTAMP:20261010T000800Z DESCRIPTION:Join the Colorado Cactus & Succulent Society for our Annual Ban quet\, one of our biggest gatherings of the year! Enjoy a delicious family -style Italian luncheon\, reconnect with fellow plant enthusiasts\, partic ipate in our Annual Business Meeting and Board Elections\, and experience a special presentation from internationally renowned cactus and succulent expert Wendell S. “Woody” Minnich.\n\nFeatured Presentation: Japan\, Amazi ng Cacti and Succulent Nurseries\n\nWhat happens when centuries of Japanes e horticultural artistry meet the fascinating world of cacti and succulent s?\n\nJoin Woody Minnich for a photographic journey through some of Japan’ s most extraordinary cactus and succulent nurseries.\n\nIn the fall of 202 5\, Woody traveled to Japan with fellow enthusiasts Jack Tian and Moses Nu no\, visiting remarkable growers and collectors from rural agricultural re gions to rooftop greenhouses around Tokyo. Along the way\, they discovered thousands of expertly cultivated plants\, extraordinary cultivars\, and i nnovative growing techniques.\n\nFrom spectacular Ariocarpus cultivars suc h as ‘Godzilla’ and ‘Cauliflower’ to beautifully patterned Astrophytum ast erias ‘Super Kabuto’\, Woody will showcase plants that demonstrate the art istry\, dedication\, and innovation of Japanese growers.\n\nMany nurseries specialize in perfecting individual species\, developing exceptional form s\, colors\, and textures. Their attention to presentation\, including han dcrafted pottery and naturalistic staging\, reflects Japan’s long traditio n of bonsai.\n\nThrough Woody’s captivating photography and firsthand stor ies\, we'll explore a side of cactus and succulent cultivation that few of us have had the opportunity to experience.\n\nWhether you're a seasoned c ollector or simply appreciate beautiful plants\, this is a presentation yo u won't want to miss!\n\nAbout Woody Minnich:\n\nWendell S. “Woody” Minnic h has spent more than 55 years studying\, growing\, photographing\, and ad vocating for cacti and succulents.\n\nHe founded Cactus Data Plants in 197 5 and has undertaken more than 128 major field expeditions across the Amer icas\, Africa\, Madagascar\, and other regions. His work has contributed t o the discovery of several species\, and his photographs and research have appeared in numerous horticultural publications.\n\nWoody has served in l eadership positions throughout the cactus and succulent community and has received honorary life memberships from 14 societies. His passion for plan t conservation\, exceptional photography\, and engaging storytelling have made him a popular speaker among cactus and succulent enthusiasts worldwid e.\n\nSpecial Plant Sale & Silent Auction:\nWoody will also be bringing a couple of flats of plants for sale\, giving members an opportunity to purc hase plants from this renowned grower.\n\nIn addition\, Woody is generousl y donating a couple of special plants for our silent auction. Be sure to t ake a look and place your bids!\n\nFamily-Style Italian Luncheon\nOur banq uet luncheon is $30 per person and includes:\n\n- Chef’s Signature Caesar Salad\n- Crispy Mozzarella with Marinara\n- Parmesan-Stuffed Mushrooms\n- Fettuccine Alfredo with Parmesan-Crusted Chicken\n- Chicken Parmesan\n- B eef Tenderloin Medallions\n- Tiramisu\n- Fresh bread\, coffee\, tea\, iced tea\, and soft drinks\n\nWe are also working with Maggiano’s to accommoda te members with different dietary needs.\n\nAnnual Business Meeting & Boar d Elections:\nThe banquet is also our opportunity to reflect on another su ccessful year and help guide the future of CCSS.\nMembers will participate in our Annual Business Meeting and Board Elections. Nominations for Board positions are welcome\, and we encourage members interested in becoming m ore involved to consider serving.\n\nRegistration & Payment:\nAdvance regi stration is required. Attendance is limited to 80 CCSS members.\n\nCost: $ 30 per person\nDate: Sunday\, November 22\, 2026\nTime: 12:00–3:00 PM\nLoc ation: Maggiano’s Little Italy\, DTC\, 7401 S. Clinton Street\, Englewood\ , CO 80112\n\nRegister by clicking the button at the top of this page. \n \nThis is a members-only event. Not a member yet? We welcome you to join C CSS and reserve your place at the banquet.\n\nWe look forward to celebrati ng another wonderful year of cacti\, succulents\, and friendship with you! DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261122T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261122T150000 LOCATION:Maggiano’s Little Italy\, DTC\, 7401 S. Clinton Street\, Englewood \, CO 80112 US SUMMARY:2026 CCSS Annual Banquet\, Business Meeting & Elections with Speci al Guest Speaker Woody Minnich END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR