Category Archives: General

Bob Brooks – End of an Era

Posted on March 14, 2017 by Ian

It is with great sadness that I share the news that Bob Brooks passed away on Monday morning. Bob, a founding and honorary member of the Northern Ireland Bonsai Society was one of few true gentlemen I have ever known. Until … Continue reading →

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Thank You

Posted on April 9, 2016 by Ian

It is with real sincerity that I thank all those who made our Bonsai 30 Auction possible. Last night we raised £1836.50 towards staging our 30th Anniversary Exhibition in September. This will go a long way to covering our costs. The auction … Continue reading →

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Auction Update

Posted on April 5, 2016 by Ian

Thank you to all those who have donated to the auction in support of the NIBS ‘Bonsai 30’ Exhibition. The deadline for lots to be added has now past and we are now set to go with 49 lots available … Continue reading →

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Auction: Saving the Best Until Last

Posted on March 20, 2016 by Ian

We have just added more trees onto the AUCTION PAGE. I think it’s safe to say that these are the pick of the bunch. One of our founding members, Josh, donated 4 European Beech to the Society’s auction and you’ll be excited … Continue reading →

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George Taggart R.I.P.

Posted on February 9, 2016 by Ian

It is with great sadness that I inform our members about the passing of George Taggart. George was a founding member of the NIBS back in 1986, past President and a long time member of the committee. George was made … Continue reading →

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