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Upcoming events

  • NBS Auction and Picnic ...OPEN TO THE PUBLIC !

    • October 24, 2026
    • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Creekside Bonsai Nursery

    Open to Members and Public.  One of our most popular events.  Superb place to get great prices on trees, supplies, opinions and tall tales


    Creekside Bonsai Nursery  6304 Hills Chapel Rd, Nashville, TN 37211

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  • Shannon Salyer shohin study group

    • November 07, 2026
    • Lenoir City

    Shannon is based in East Tennessee.  He is widely known for artistry of shohin bonsai.

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  • John Eads Morning Workshop

    • November 14, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Hopson House
    • 9
    • 1 registrant
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    John is from the prairies of west Texas, where he was surrounded by millions of acres of ten-foot tall shin oaks, and so he says ‘his formative years were spent with little trees’. His background is in small business development. The numbers of beings at the studio residence will swell with the addition of this family of four, including his wife Leah and children Amos, 11, and Clara, 7. I hear the kids are particularly excited about the cats.

    Additionally, John has expressed interest in making a development nursery for bonsai—setting young plants on the road to aesthetic brilliance—which will continue to build the local bonsai community in unique ways (John plans to stay in Portland). I’ll keep everyone up to date on that and of course any new developments on the dark paths.

    John's first farm-based business was in middle school, raising and selling water lilies out of a pond that he built in his family's front yard in West Texas. He moved with his wife to Portland in 2007 and their family soon grew to include two kids and several food carts.

    After many successful years of serving wood-fired pizza, a new interest was sparked when the family visited the Japanese Garden and there happened to be a special bonsai event. John has been down many rabbit holes on YouTube related to various crafts and hobbies, but this one was truly captivating. He began to acquire trees and volunteer, learning all he could about growing and refining bonsai. Eventually the family moved to Milwaukie, OR and John apprenticed for two years with Michael Hagedorn to prepare for the launch of his own growing operation.

    In 2021, the family moved on to the farm in Gales Creek, about an hour west of Portland, where John grows many species of bonsai material and teaches a variety of classes and workshops. He also travels to teach growing bonsai study groups, speak at clubs around the country, and occasionally vends at events.


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  • John Eads Afternoon Workshop

    • November 14, 2026
    • 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Hopson House
    Register

    John is from the prairies of west Texas, where he was surrounded by millions of acres of ten-foot tall shin oaks, and so he says ‘his formative years were spent with little trees’. His background is in small business development. The numbers of beings at the studio residence will swell with the addition of this family of four, including his wife Leah and children Amos, 11, and Clara, 7. I hear the kids are particularly excited about the cats.

    Additionally, John has expressed interest in making a development nursery for bonsai—setting young plants on the road to aesthetic brilliance—which will continue to build the local bonsai community in unique ways (John plans to stay in Portland). I’ll keep everyone up to date on that and of course any new developments on the dark paths.

    John's first farm-based business was in middle school, raising and selling water lilies out of a pond that he built in his family's front yard in West Texas. He moved with his wife to Portland in 2007 and their family soon grew to include two kids and several food carts.

    After many successful years of serving wood-fired pizza, a new interest was sparked when the family visited the Japanese Garden and there happened to be a special bonsai event. John has been down many rabbit holes on YouTube related to various crafts and hobbies, but this one was truly captivating. He began to acquire trees and volunteer, learning all he could about growing and refining bonsai. Eventually the family moved to Milwaukie, OR and John apprenticed for two years with Michael Hagedorn to prepare for the launch of his own growing operation.

    In 2021, the family moved on to the farm in Gales Creek, about an hour west of Portland, where John grows many species of bonsai material and teaches a variety of classes and workshops. He also travels to teach growing bonsai study groups, speak at clubs around the country, and occasionally vends at events.


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  • Kaya Mooney Morning workshop

    • November 21, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Hopson House
    • 1 registrant
    Register


    Kaya Mooney

    Kaya Mooney is an American bonsai artist, currently based in Japan. Originally from South Florida, he developed an early fascination with trees through his grandfather’s garden. After relocating to Northern California, Kaya became a full-time apprentice under Boon Manakitivipart and later pursued advanced training at Fujikawa Kouka-en in Osaka, Japan, where he immersed himself in traditional bonsai techniques and aesthetics. In May 2024, Kaya graduated from a five-year apprenticeship and received a professional certification from the Nippon Bonsai Association.

    With a preference for deciduous species and a keen eye for natural form, Kaya’s work reflects a blend of Eastern discipline and Western innovation. Currently, Kaya is continuing his work in the Japanese bonsai community, while traveling worldwide to teach and work on bonsai, and sharing his work on his website and social media under “Moonlight Bonsai”.

    moonlightbonsai@yahoo.com



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  • Kaya Mooney Afternoon workshop

    • November 21, 2026
    • 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Hopson House
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    Register

    Kaya Mooney

    Kaya Mooney is an American bonsai artist, currently based in Japan. Originally from South Florida, he developed an early fascination with trees through his grandfather’s garden. After relocating to Northern California, Kaya became a full-time apprentice under Boon Manakitivipart and later pursued advanced training at Fujikawa Kouka-en in Osaka, Japan, where he immersed himself in traditional bonsai techniques and aesthetics. In May 2024, Kaya graduated from a five-year apprenticeship and received a professional certification from the Nippon Bonsai Association.

    With a preference for deciduous species and a keen eye for natural form, Kaya’s work reflects a blend of Eastern discipline and Western innovation. Currently, Kaya is continuing his work in the Japanese bonsai community, while traveling worldwide to teach and work on bonsai, and sharing his work on his website and social media under “Moonlight Bonsai”.

    moonlightbonsai@yahoo.com


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  • Kaya Mooney Morning workshop

    • November 22, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Hopson House
    • 10
    • Be the first
    Register


    Kaya Mooney

    Kaya Mooney is an American bonsai artist, currently based in Japan. Originally from South Florida, he developed an early fascination with trees through his grandfather’s garden. After relocating to Northern California, Kaya became a full-time apprentice under Boon Manakitivipart and later pursued advanced training at Fujikawa Kouka-en in Osaka, Japan, where he immersed himself in traditional bonsai techniques and aesthetics. In May 2024, Kaya graduated from a five-year apprenticeship and received a professional certification from the Nippon Bonsai Association.

    With a preference for deciduous species and a keen eye for natural form, Kaya’s work reflects a blend of Eastern discipline and Western innovation. Currently, Kaya is continuing his work in the Japanese bonsai community, while traveling worldwide to teach and work on bonsai, and sharing his work on his website and social media under “Moonlight Bonsai”.

    moonlightbonsai@yahoo.com



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  • Kaya Mooney Afternoon Workshop

    • November 22, 2026
    • 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Hopson House
    • Be the first
    Register


    Kaya Mooney

    Kaya Mooney is an American bonsai artist, currently based in Japan. Originally from South Florida, he developed an early fascination with trees through his grandfather’s garden. After relocating to Northern California, Kaya became a full-time apprentice under Boon Manakitivipart and later pursued advanced training at Fujikawa Kouka-en in Osaka, Japan, where he immersed himself in traditional bonsai techniques and aesthetics. In May 2024, Kaya graduated from a five-year apprenticeship and received a professional certification from the Nippon Bonsai Association.

    With a preference for deciduous species and a keen eye for natural form, Kaya’s work reflects a blend of Eastern discipline and Western innovation. Currently, Kaya is continuing his work in the Japanese bonsai community, while traveling worldwide to teach and work on bonsai, and sharing his work on his website and social media under “Moonlight Bonsai”.

    moonlightbonsai@yahoo.com


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  • Randy Bennett Morning Workshop

    • December 05, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Hopson House
    • Be the first
    Register

    Randy Bennett is a well-regarded bonsai artist, primarily known for his work with collecting and developing collected Bald Cypress trees. He is based in Louisiana and has been practicing bonsai for over 50 years. Bennett also teaches bonsai workshops and lectures as a traveling artist. 

    He specializes in working with Louisiana native species, including Bald Cypress, Hackberries, and others. 

    He is known for his expertise in collecting trees for bonsai, particularly Bald Cypress. 

    With over 50 years of bonsai experience, he has a deep understanding of the art form. 

    Bennett travels to various locations to teach bonsai workshops and give lectures. 

    He has extensive knowledge about the unique growth patterns and challenges of working with Bald Cypress, including how they develop a flat-topped canopy. 

    Bennett has recently been featured in videos and posts related to workshops and demonstrations, including one on reviving a Prostrata Juniper bonsai. 



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  • Andrew Bennett Afternoon Workshop

    • December 05, 2026
    • 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Hopson House
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    Register

    Randy Bennett is a well-regarded bonsai artist, primarily known for his work with collecting and developing collected Bald Cypress trees. He is based in Louisiana and has been practicing bonsai for over 50 years. Bennett also teaches bonsai workshops and lectures as a traveling artist. 

    He specializes in working with Louisiana native species, including Bald Cypress, Hackberries, and others. 

    He is known for his expertise in collecting trees for bonsai, particularly Bald Cypress. 

    With over 50 years of bonsai experience, he has a deep understanding of the art form. 

    Bennett travels to various locations to teach bonsai workshops and give lectures. 

    He has extensive knowledge about the unique growth patterns and challenges of working with Bald Cypress, including how they develop a flat-topped canopy. 

    Bennett has recently been featured in videos and posts related to workshops and demonstrations, including one on reviving a Prostrata Juniper bonsai. 



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  • Jennifer Price Saturday Morning Workshop

    • May 01, 2027
    • 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Hopson house
    • 10
    Register


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  • Jennifer Price Saturday Afternoon Workshop

    • May 01, 2027
    • 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Hopson House
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  • Jennifer Price Sunday Morning Workshop

    • May 02, 2027
    • 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Hopson House
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  • Jennifer Price Sunday Afternoon Workshop

    • May 02, 2027
    • 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Hopson house
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Past events

October 15, 2026 Andrew Robson Afternoon Workshop
October 15, 2026 Andrew Robson Morning Workshop
October 10, 2026 Knoxville 25th Anniversary Bonsai Show
September 27, 2026 Japanese Moon Viewing
September 12, 2026 Chop and chat with Garden Tour
August 29, 2026 Binkley Deadwood Study Group
August 08, 2026 Shannon Salyer study group
July 25, 2026 Mentorship 101 6th class
July 18, 2026 NBS Bonsai show CANCELLED
July 11, 2026 Chop and chat
June 27, 2026 Mentorship 101 5th class
June 22, 2026 Monthly Meeting
June 13, 2026 Chop and Chat
June 04, 2026 Bonsai in the Blue Ridge
May 30, 2026 Mentorship 1101 Class #4
May 28, 2026 John Eads Study Group
May 16, 2026 Huntsville (LABS) Bonsai Show
April 27, 2026 NBS Monthly meeting
April 26, 2026 Tyler Sherrod workshop

8 months of the year we have a "monthly meeting," usually the fourth Monday evening of the month, typically 6:30-8:30 with light snacks provided. The site varies. The format is sometimes a didactic lecture, sometimes a demonstration. Often vendors have items to purchase, and there's always time for socializing!  Open to the public.

Once a year we have our Annual Show. Sometimes it is a show of our art exclusively. Sometimes we host a larger show with participation of clubs from other nearby cities. The site varies year to year, but always some amazing trees in a formal setting. Open to the public, and great for families

Chop and Chat events are informal gatherings where we bring trees from our individual collections to work on. It makes for a fun setting with other members always happy to provide assistance and/or opinions :)    Non-members welcome to look on and see what it's like

We have a variety of other events for members to attend....(Look under education tab)


Nashville Bonsai Society is a non-profit organization (501c3)

Contact: info@Nashvillebonsai.org

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