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CGCI President's Project Opportunity

CGCI members are being offered a unique opportunity to special order Rene van Rems, AIFD merchandise at special prices exclusive to CGCI. Net proceeds will benefit the educational signage project at the Kenneth M. Stocking Native Plant Garden at Sonoma State University. Orders may be placed in two ways with two pricing structures:

Mt. Diablo Interpretitive Visitor's Center

After the conclusion of my "official visit" to Diablo Foothills District Meeting, five of us went on a mission triggered by CGCI's The Diamond Years. The goal was to see if there was a placque commemorating CGCI's contribution to the Mr. Diablo State Park Interpretive Center. CGCI assisted in raising funds for constructing interpretive exhibits in the Summit Building of Mt. Diablo State Park between 1987 and 1993, raising over $5,000. A beautiful diorama depicts mountain scenes including shrubs, trees, flora and fauna that inhabit Mt. Diablo. It was dedicated October 6, 1993 concluding the project.

CGCI 2012 Floriade Cruise

Mark your calendars for April 12-20, 2012 for CGCI's Floriade Cruise hosted by Bob Gordon aboard AmaVerde that pampers only 161 guests in custom-designed luxury.  Staterooms and suites range from 170-350 square feet, some with balconies.  Casual dress onboard - a great opportunity to explore this once every 10 years opportunity - Floriade!

CGCI wins NGC "Help Membership Bloom" Contest

Congratulations to California Garden Clubs, Inc. for winning first place in National Garden Clubs, Inc. "Help Membership Bloom" contest.  In recognition of CGCI having the highest percentage of new member garden clubs from June 1, 2010 through March 31, 2011, NGC proudly presented this citation and the naming rights for an African Violet (Saintpaulia) cultivar.  The African violet named in CGCI's honor will be called "California Victory".

Reporting Guidelines for Chairmen

The primary goal of chairmen is to serve as a resource and educate members and the public about CGCI, the objectives of CGCI and the objectives of your chairmanship.  Please use correct titles and write your report in third person rather than first person.

The following Standing Committees are requested to report per the Bylaws:  Advisory Council, Board of Trustees, Budget & Finance, Bylaws and Nominating Committee.

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