Holy Cross College showcasing orchids

Published 10:13 am Wednesday, November 2, 2016

NOTRE DAME, Ind. — The Michiana Orchid Society will host its annual fall orchid show from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday at Holy Cross College.

Parking and admission to the show and workshops are free and open to the public. There will be a colorful variety of exhibits by orchid societies and vendors from Indiana, Michigan and Illinois.

Tropical orchids in a variety of colors and forms will be featured in the Vincent Hall atrium, and photographs are encouraged. Members of the Michiana Orchid Society will be present both days to answer questions. Orchids will be available for purchase in the Vincent Hall student lounge.

Prize ribbons will be awarded by local judges Saturday morning followed by the American Orchid Society national judging. Crafts and activities for children are planned. Workshops on growing and caring for orchids are scheduled for 1:30 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday, and a free raffle for orchids will also be held each day.

For more information, visit www.michianaorchidsociety.org.