Welcome to the Redwood Empire Bonsai Society (REBS) Website:
Founded in 1981, the Redwood Empire Bonsai Society is one of Northern California’s most active and respected bonsai organizations. Based in Sonoma County, REBS is dedicated to promoting the living art of bonsai through education, community engagement, and high‑quality exhibitions. The society hosts one of the largest bonsai shows on the West Coast, along with monthly meetings, demonstrations, and hands‑on workshops for enthusiasts of all experience levels. REBS offers a welcoming community where beginners and seasoned artists alike can learn, grow, and share the beauty of this timeless art form.
Unless otherwise scheduled, all meetings, workshops and annual shows are conducted at the Rohnert Park Community Center, 5401 Snyder Lane, Rohnert Park, California 94928.
Monthly Meetings/Demonstrations:
REBS meets every month, except in August and December, on the fourth Thursday, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM, at the Garden Room, Rohnert Park Community Center, 5401 Snyder Lane, Rohnert Park. During each meeting, there is a bonsai demonstration performed by a guest professional artist/instructor or senior club member. Public is welcome.
Monthly Newsletter:
A monthly newsletter is published and emailed to all members in good standing. Information includes bonsai news, helpful hints and events in our club, plus bay area bonsai show events.
Workshops:
Beginners’ Workshops:
Beginners’ Workshops will give you basic bonsai information and training. A minimal fee is a onetime charge. The cost is to cover good bonsai stock and materials. You will learn bonsai related material and wiring on a juniper. The Beginners’ Workshop is offered on an as-needed basis. The wire and tools for this workshop are provided by REBS.
Members’ Workshops:
Members’ Workshops are throughout the year. These workshops are led by senior club members. There is a $15 cost per workshop, and the student needs to provide bonsai trees and all materials.
Advanced Workshops:
Professional bonsai artists and instructors conduct advanced workshops each year. There is a cost per workshop, and the student needs to provide their own bonsai trees and all materials.
REBS Annual Bonsai Show:
The REBS annual two-day bonsai show, and fundraiser are held on the fourth weekend in August. The event is one of the largest in the U.S. This event features formal displays of quality bonsai trees of various sizes and styles. It offers professional bonsai vendors and large member sales of bonsai, pre-bonsai, pots, tools, and related supplies. A demonstration is held both days. Silent auctions of quality bonsai and related gifts are offered as well. Free parking. Public is welcome.