Event Schedule
Mark your calendar for our upcoming events!
Many of our meetings are hybrid, with the option of coming in person, or attending online via Zoom option. We respect your decision on whether to wear a mask.
The events planned include a great mix of education and fun. And as always, when you attend, you'll have the opportunity to connect with other hosta fans! We welcome and encourage you to provide your feedback and ideas for future programming. If you would like to share your suggestions for interesting speakers and activities, email us, or reach out to a Member of the Management Team.
Meeting Location: Northborough Historical Society, 52 Main Street, Northborough, MA.
Updates and weather cancellations will be announced here and on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/NEHosta
The American Hosta Society Regional Events page lists conventions and educational opportunities sponsored by other Hosta Societies. We are welcome to attend those events.
Mark your calendar for our upcoming events!
Many of our meetings are hybrid, with the option of coming in person, or attending online via Zoom option. We respect your decision on whether to wear a mask.
The events planned include a great mix of education and fun. And as always, when you attend, you'll have the opportunity to connect with other hosta fans! We welcome and encourage you to provide your feedback and ideas for future programming. If you would like to share your suggestions for interesting speakers and activities, email us, or reach out to a Member of the Management Team.
Meeting Location: Northborough Historical Society, 52 Main Street, Northborough, MA.
Updates and weather cancellations will be announced here and on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/NEHosta
The American Hosta Society Regional Events page lists conventions and educational opportunities sponsored by other Hosta Societies. We are welcome to attend those events.
NEHS Meeting and Speaker
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NEHS Meeting, Photo Contest, and Speaker
March 28, 2026
SCHEDULE
12 Noon: Set up, enter the photo contest, socialize and get tickets for the Red Cup and Blue Cup drawings. (Bring an item, such as a plant or gently used garden books or gear to donate to the Red Cup drawing. The Society will purchase a special hosta from member-owned nurseries for the Blue Cup drawing.)
12:15 pm: Photo Contest voting. Bring your own lunch and a dessert to share.
1:00 pm: Program: "What's New in the Hosta World" with guest Don Rawson, hosta hybridizer and creator of The Hosta LIsts website
2:15 pm: Business meeting and winners of Photo Contest, Red Cup and Blue Cup winners announced
Location: Hybrid (in person and on Zoom)
In person location: Northborough Historical Society, 52 Main St, Northborough, MA
Zoom link will be emailed to members a few days before the meeting
March 28, 2026
SCHEDULE
12 Noon: Set up, enter the photo contest, socialize and get tickets for the Red Cup and Blue Cup drawings. (Bring an item, such as a plant or gently used garden books or gear to donate to the Red Cup drawing. The Society will purchase a special hosta from member-owned nurseries for the Blue Cup drawing.)
12:15 pm: Photo Contest voting. Bring your own lunch and a dessert to share.
1:00 pm: Program: "What's New in the Hosta World" with guest Don Rawson, hosta hybridizer and creator of The Hosta LIsts website
2:15 pm: Business meeting and winners of Photo Contest, Red Cup and Blue Cup winners announced
Location: Hybrid (in person and on Zoom)
In person location: Northborough Historical Society, 52 Main St, Northborough, MA
Zoom link will be emailed to members a few days before the meeting
American Hosta Society Annual Convention
June 10-13, 2026
The 2026 AHS Convention, “Buckeye Hosta Fever,” is at Dublin, Ohio. Visit the American Hosta Society Convention website for the most current information about the schedule, registration and events. Standard registration (until May 15, 2026) is $235. Late registration is $260.
You are invited to enter hosta leaves, containers, arrangements and educational posters in the Hosta Show at the convention. It is easy and fun: learn how on our Hosta Show page.
June 10-13, 2026
The 2026 AHS Convention, “Buckeye Hosta Fever,” is at Dublin, Ohio. Visit the American Hosta Society Convention website for the most current information about the schedule, registration and events. Standard registration (until May 15, 2026) is $235. Late registration is $260.
You are invited to enter hosta leaves, containers, arrangements and educational posters in the Hosta Show at the convention. It is easy and fun: learn how on our Hosta Show page.
NEHS Picnic and Garden Tours (Members Only)
July 25, 2026, Newburyport, MA
Details to Be Announced
Image: Bird House Garden. Photo by R. LeBuff.
July 25, 2026, Newburyport, MA
Details to Be Announced
Image: Bird House Garden. Photo by R. LeBuff.
NEHS Annual Meeting, Elections and Speaker
October 24, 2026
SCHEDULE
12 Noon: Doors open. Help, as able, with set up of the room, socialize, have lunch (bring your own lunch and a dessert to share).
1:00 pm: Annual Meeting, Elections and Red Cup and Blue Cup drawings. (Bring an item, such as a plant or gently used garden books or gear to donate to the Red Cup drawing. The Society will purchase a special hosta from member-owned nurseries for the Blue Cup drawing.)
2:00 pm Program: To Be Announced
Location: Hybrid (in person and on Zoom)
In person location: Northborough Historical Society, 52 Main St, Northborough, MA
Zoom link will be emailed to members a few days before the meeting
October 24, 2026
SCHEDULE
12 Noon: Doors open. Help, as able, with set up of the room, socialize, have lunch (bring your own lunch and a dessert to share).
1:00 pm: Annual Meeting, Elections and Red Cup and Blue Cup drawings. (Bring an item, such as a plant or gently used garden books or gear to donate to the Red Cup drawing. The Society will purchase a special hosta from member-owned nurseries for the Blue Cup drawing.)
2:00 pm Program: To Be Announced
Location: Hybrid (in person and on Zoom)
In person location: Northborough Historical Society, 52 Main St, Northborough, MA
Zoom link will be emailed to members a few days before the meeting
