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• <H2> Welcome to the ​website for the​​ New England Hosta Society​We are pleased to present this site for the dissemination of information about Hosta and our group's endeavors.
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• <H2>  ​                                                         NEHS Mission StatementThe New England Hosta Society is a non profit educational society and is organized to promote, encourage, and foster the development and improvement of Hostas and the public interest therein.  The New England Hosta Society was established in 1982, with Constance Williams serving as NEHS' first President. See our NEHS Heritage page for more information and details.​ The Society Meetings are held at: Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston, MA.For directions, a map, or other additional information on the Gardens themselves, visit the Tower Hill Botanic Gardens website.NEHS Officers:President:  Nadine Proctor, Northborough, MA (dragonfly01701@yahoo.com)Treasurer:  Steven Greene, Sudbury, MA (shgreene@aol.com)Recording Secretary: Lauren Patric, Wilbraham, MA (lpatric2757@charter.net)Membership Chairperson: Robyn LeBuff, Newburyport, MA (rlebuff@comcast.net)Newsletter: Judith Artley, Framingham, MA (judy.artley@gmail.com)Hospitality: Janice Ferenchick, Northborough, MA (janferenchick@aol.com)Sunshine: Marty Jarvis (Adjunct),Westborough, MA (prizmar@aol.com)Past President: Deborah Myrick, Pelham, NHTrustees: Robert Jarvis, Dan Pessoni, and Wes Straub.Please address all society-related inquiries to nehostasociety@live.comPast Presidents:2014-2015 Deborah Myrick2011-2014 Susan Andersen2009-2011 Chuck Andersen (Co-President with Susan for this term) 2007-2009 Richard "Rick" Kimball2005-2007 John O'Brien2003-2005 Mary Arnberg and Paula Lehtola1996-2003 Ernest Fillipo1994-1996 Barbara Jones1992-1994 Carol Hall1990-1992 Geraldine "Geri" Andersen1988-1990 Phillip Kratsh1986-1988 Robert "Bob" Deane1984-1986 Mabel Maria Herwig1982-1984 Constance Williams (New England Hosta Society's first President, serving with VP Mabel Herwig, Secretary Mildred Seaver and Treasurer Carl Calderara)​
• <H2> Event Schedule​2017 EVENTSNEHS Winter Meeting, Potluck Lunch, Elections  and SpeakerSunday, January 29, 2017General Meeting agt noon ( Management Committe meets @ 10:00)Let's start the new year by sharing our favorite dishes with fellow hosta gardeners!  Please bring an entree, salad or dessert to share for our traditional potluck lunch. Beverages will be provided. There will be a brief General Meeting followed by elections of our new slate of officers. There are still a few open positions if anyone is interested. Award winning garden educator, author and design consultant  Kerry Mendez will then speak on the topic of  "Gardening Simplified: Exceptional Plants and Design Solutions for Busy and Maturing Gardeners".  As always there will be the raffle and copies of our 2017 calendars will be for sale.Location: Tower Hill Botanic Garden Classroom C ~ Boylston, MA.​NEHS Spring Meeting, Photo Contest and Speaker Saturday, March 25, 2017General Meeting at noon (Management Committee meets @ 10:00). BYOL, beverages will be provided. We'll  be starting with our annual photo contest. We hope that you will bring your best printed hosta photos taken this past year for the membership to see and vote on their favorites. Details and categories were listed in the newsletter. Winning photos are included in our annual NEHS Hosta calendar (there are still copies of the 2017 issue available). Program @ 2:00 PM:William Brumback, Conservation Director at the New England Wild Flower Society will speak on" Climate Change and the Survival of the Rare Plants of New England". This lecture discussed the changes in vegetation in New England that are predictied under climate change. The methods for conservation of our rare species, including seed banking will be presented.Location: Tower Hill Botanic Garden Classroom A/B ~ Boylston, MA. Elm Bank 'Gardeners' Fair' Plant SaleSaturday, May  2017     date TBAPresented by the Massachusetts Horticulture Society, the Gardener's Fair and Society Row Spring Plant Sale will be held at Elm Bank, 900 Washington St., Wellesley MA.  NEHS members welcome to participate. As always must have attended 2 NEHS meetings, 10% of proceeds to NEHS, 10% to Mass Hort, and 80% to seller. Contact Sue Andersen if interested. Tower Hill Spring Plant SaleSaturday, May  2017 - 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM   date TBAAnnual Plant Sale - a nice variety of plant purveyors and society groups; including the New England Hosta Society. NEHS members (must have attended at least 2 meetings) welcome to sell hosta and companion plants. Contact Sue Andersen if interested. A fun day to sell and buy.Location: Tower Hill Botanic Garden ~ Boylston, MA. American Hosta Society Annual ConventionJune 7-10 , 2017 This year's AHS Convention "Hosta Hysteria" will be held in Indianapolis, Indiana.  For more information and registration forms check https://www.indyhostas2017.com or American Hosta Society website. There are free give-a-ways as early registration incentives. Always a good time!First Look 17June 23-25 2017, Holiday Inn, Tauton, MAFirst Look is considered to be The Place to be for an exciting first look at the very newest in hostas. You can come browse or enter a seedling or sport of your own. Awards, contests and vendors. This year's event boasts Mark Zillis as a featured speaker and a Hosta Leaf Show.  Details and registration information can be found on the First Look link at the Hosta Library. NEHS Summer Garden Tour and PicnicSaturday July, 29 2017 Paul Peszynski of 'Paul and Sandy's Too' on Lake Pocotopaug in East Hampton, CTPaul and his wife have invited us to tour and picnic in their garden at this lakeside setting. Dan P. says that it is by far one of the most spectaculard displays of hosta in the northeast. There are over 500 labeled hosta. This is one not to miss! Bring a picnic dish to share. As always, we will be having an auction and raffle - donations for both are welcome! Directions and details in the newsletter.Southernn Maine Daylily and Hosta Society Lobstah ClassicSaturday August 12, 2017NEHS members who attended last year's Lobstah Classic last year had a great time! Save the date for this year's.  Details to be announced. Event takes place in Portland, ME.NEHS Annual Meeting, Potluck Lunch and SpeakerSaturday, October 28, 2017. Potluck Lunch and Annuall Meeting at noon. (Management Committee meets @ 10:00).We are hoping to have Rob Zimmer come and speak.  Details to follow as plans are worked out. Putluck lunch - please bring a favorite dish to share - entree, salad or dessert. Beverages will be provided.Location: Tower Hill Botanic Garden Classroom C ~ Boylston, MA.2018 EVENTSSaturday, January 28, 2018NEHS Annual Meeting, Potluck Lunch and SpeakerLocation: Tower Hill Botanic Garden Classroom C ~ Boylston, MA.We are always looking for interesting speakers and activities. If you have any ideas that you would like to share please let us know! Hosta Society MembershipNew England Hosta Society Membership Benefits and Information:Our meetings are held 2-3 times a year at the award-winning Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive in Boylston, MA (just outside of Worcester, MA and minutes from Rtes. 495 and 290).Meetings often feature guest speakers of national, regional or local acclaim in the world of hosta or of interest to the hosta gardener. This is in addition to contests, raffles, food, fun, and - we always try to get a little business done too.There are quarterly email newsletters, summer picnics, and members only plant auctions.Private tours of members' gardens (throughout New England), advance notice of plant sales, leaf shows, and discounts at specialty hosta growers.AND BEST OF ALL, opportunities to meet other gardeners who share your affection for the Genus Hosta.Questions? Please feel free to contact Robyn LeBuff our Membership Chairperson at rlebuff@comcast.net or at 978-462-8934.New England Hosta Society Dues Information:Individual: $10 per calendar year - or - $25 for 3 years.Family (two individuals from the same household): $15 per calendar year or $40 for 3 years.Please make checks to: "NEHS".Include your Name, Complete address, Telephone number and E-mail address (if you have one). We will be sending your newsletter electronically. You may also wish to consider joining the:American Hosta Society,  AHS membership includes 3 issues of "The HOSTA Journal" (one Online), participation is all national activities, and a spring "Members Newsletter".For further membership information, please visit: americanhostasociety.org ​​​NEHS Membership FormNEHS Membership Application Form (this form must be printed and mailed)1. Name (please include second name for family membership):__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________2. Address:Street:_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________City, State and Zip code:_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________3. Telephone:_____________________________________________________________________4. Email address:___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________5. May we share your name, address & email with other NEHS members ?      yes ________     no_____________6. Membership Fees for the calendar year: Individual: 1 year - $10.00 or 3 years - $25.00.Family (two individuals from the same household): 1 year - $15.00 or 3 years - $40.00.Please make your check made payable to : 'The New England Hosta Society' and send to:Steven Greene,  NEHS Treasurer36 Elaine RoadSudbury, MA 01776Thank you for your interest in the New England Hosta Society. We look forward to meeting you at an upcoming Hosta event.
• <H2> CONTACT MECONTAHosta ResourcesSuggested Hosta Resources​Information:American Hosta Society - The National Society; Publishing 3 Hosta Journals yearly; an annual convention with garden tours, a scientic forum and hosta show; a web site and membership directory.The Hosta Library - An excellent online catalog of Hosta images and registered cultivars. Lots of additional information on the home page.Hosta Finder - An annual compilation of individual hosta prices from many nurseries. Talk about comparison shopping! A great way to find a hosta you've been looking for at the best price. Listings of hosta nurseries nationwide.Local Plant Sources owned and operated by some of our members:Mason Hollow Nursery - Chuck & Sue Andersen, 47 Scripps Lane, Mason, NH.Cochato Nursery - Chuck & Sue Doughty, 373 N. Frank Street, Holbrook, MACrossview Gardens - Harold  Leila Cross, 1801 L. Elmore Mt. Rd, Morrisville, VT.Fourth Generation Nursery - Rip Sokol, 52 Bates St., Mendon, MAGreene Acres - Hosta Finder, Hostas and Daylilies - Steve Green, Sudbury, MAGreywood Farm - Darlyn Wilkinson, 73 Prospect St., Topsfield, MAHosta Amour - Cheryl & Rick Cravino, 3 Mercury Lane, Pelham, NHNew Hampshire Hostas - Richard Merritt, 73 Exeter Rd., South Hampton, NHO'Brien Nurserymen, LLC - John O'Brien, 40 Wells Road, Granby, CT. Paul & Sandy's Too - Paul Peszynski, 29 Day Point Road, East Hampton, CT Variegated Foliage Nursery - Stanley Megos, 245 Westford Rd., Eastford, CT Westminister Gardens - Eleanor Cote, 26 Westminister Road, Canterbury, CTWhiteface Mountain Farm - Bartholomew Wanetta, 212 Cowper Road, Wolfboro, NH Get in Touch!Favorite HostasTrying to figure out which hostas are a must for your garden?Here are a couple of lists to look over before heading to the nursery.How many do you aleady have?The Hosta of the Year (as determined by the American Hosta Growers Association)2017 - H. Brother Stefan2016 - Curly Fries2015 - H. Victory2014 - H. Abiqua Drinking Gourd2013 - H. Rainforest Sunrise2012 -H. Liberty2011 - H. Praying Hands2010 - H. First Frost2009 - H. Earth Angel2008 - H. Blue Mouse Ears2007 - H. Paradigm2006 - H. Stained Glass2005 - H. Striptease2004 - H. Sum & Substance2003 - H. Regal Splendor2002 - H. Guacamole2001 - H. June2000 - H. Sagae1999 - H. Paul's Glory 1998 - H. Fragrant Bouquet1997 - H. Patriot 1996 - H. So SweetAmerican Hosta Society 2014 Popularity Polls1. H. June2. H. Sagae3. H. Liberty4. H. Guardian Angel5. H. Sum & Substance6. H. Blue Angel7. H. Guacamole8. H. First Frost9. H. Niagra Falls10. H. Sum Power11. H. Victory12. H. montana Aureomarginata13. H. Praying Hands14. H. Striptease15. H. Krossa Regal16. H. Regal Splendor17. H. Halycon18. H. Night Before Christmas19. H. Great Expectations20. H. Orange Marmalade21. H. Stained Glass22. H. Cathedral Windows23. H. Empress Wu24. H. El NinoMini Hosta1. H. Blue Mouse Ears2. H. Pandora's Box3. H. Cameo4. H. Dragon Tails5. H. Frosted Mouse Ears6. H. Cracker Crumbs7. H. Chartreuse Wiggles8. H. Tiny Tears9. H. Curly Fries10. H. Cherish New England Hosta Society's HeritageWhere It All BeganFrances Ropes Williams was born on July 23,1882, and died in October 1969, at the age of 86. She grew up in Salem, Massachusetts, and was long time resident of nearby Winchester with her husband Stillman P. Williams. She began hybridizing hostas in the 1950s and was recognized as one of the first major hosta hybridizers in the United States, undoubtedly because both she and her daugher, Constance "Connie" Williams were meticulous record keepers.The influence of Frances Williams on the world of hostas, especially through her daughter, can hardly be overemphasized. Some time after Frances' death, Constance became a founder and first President of the New England Hosta Society, which was established in 1982. Connie continued the dedicated work of her mother as she corresponded with many hostas enthusiasts, donated the massive records of her mother to the Anderson Horticultural Library at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum and registered most of her mother's hosta.Frances Williams was active in the Herb Society of America and became the curator of its Herbarium. In 1952, she received the first Award of Merit given by the Society and in 1959, the New England unit of the Society made her an honorary member. Probably through this connection Mrs. Williams donated hostas to the hosta garden at the Case Estates of the Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University, in Weston, Massachusetts.Frances Williams exhibited at the shows of the Massachusetts Horticulture Society where she won awards, including a bronze medal in 1953. In the summer of 1969, she received a citation from the newly established American Hosta Society "for inspiring others with the love of hostas". Her photos appeared in The Genus Hosta In Swedish Gardens and her articles were printed in the Brooklyn Botanic Gardens'Plants and Gardens and in other gardening magazines.The discovery and naming of H.'Frances Williams' is often repeated, but fortunately, we have the story from Connie's records that subsequently led to discovering H.'Yellow Edge', later named H.'Frances Williams'. This gives us an insight into the difficulties hybridizers have faced.Frances Williams was a very vigorous and active woman up until her death. The following list of Frances Williams' hostas is a testament to her hybridizing success and to our New England Hosta heritage. Four hostas remember her great-grandmother, granddaughter and two daughters (H.'Betsy King', H.'Carol', H.'Connie', H.'Louisa'). H.'Beatrice', H.'Betsy King', H.'Carol', H.'Charldon', H."Connie', H. 'Dorothy', H."Frances Williams', H. 'Green Piecrust', H.'Green Ripples', H. 'Louisa', H. 'Sentinels', H.'Sprite', H.'Sunlight'.Contributed by Barbara Jones and Carolyn Schaffnerreprinted from the 2011 NEHS hosted AHS Convention's Handbook NEHS BYLAWS (revised 2014)Article I - NameThe name of the organization shall be the New England Hosta Society and herein referred to as NEHS or the Society.Article II - Purpose and StatusSection 1. Purpose: The NEHS is organized exclusively as a non-profit educational society, formed to foster and promote the knowledge of and interest in the genus Hosta, and to encourage and foster the development and improvement of the genus Hosta and the public interest therein.Section 2. Nonprofit status: The NEHS shall be conducted, managed and operated as a nonprofit organization under the provisions of Chapter 180 of the General Laws of the Commonwealth of assachusetts, as amended and under the Internal Revenue Service Code 501(c)(3) organizations as amended.Article III - Membership and DuesSection 1. Eligibility for membership: Membership shall be open to anyone who supports the purpose of NEHS as outlined in Article II, Section 1. Membership shall be granted after receipt of membership form and payment of dues. The NEHS shall not restrict or limit membership based upon race, religion, color, creed, gender, disabilities, sexual orientation or national origin.Section 2. Annual Dues: The categories of members and rates of membership dues shall be set by the Management Committee and ratified by the membership at the annual meeting each time a change is proposed. Membership dues are for a calendar year and shall be due and payable as of January 1 of each year. New members joining after August 31, will be deemed to be paid through December 31st of the following year.Section 3. Categories of Membership: There are four categories of members:a) Individual - Individual membership will provide the benefits of membership to a single individual.b) Family - Family membership will provide the benefits of membership to two individuals from the same household.c) Life - A dues-exempt life membership shall be extended to all past presidents with all the benefits of membership.d) Honorary - Individuals who have made an outstanding contribution to NEHS may be elected for a dues-exempt honorary membership upon recommendation of the Board of Directors and approval by a majority vote of members at the annual meeting. Honorary members will be provided the benefits of membership.Section 4. Voting Rights: Only members in good standing and present voting at the meeting shall have the right to vote at the annual meeting and on other issues as the Management Committee may bring before the members.The member must be present at the meeting to vote.Section 5. Resignation and Termination: Nonpayment of dues by March 15th will be considered the equivalent of a resignation of membership from NEHS. Membership may be restricted, suspended or terminated for any individual whose conduct is found to be detrimental to the interests of the NEHS as determined by a majority vote of the Management Committee.Section 6. Sales-for-Profit: Any member wishing to participate in any NEHS group activity involving sales-for-profit shall be required to have attended at least two (2) meetings in the past year.Article IV - Parliamentary AuthorityThe Rules contained in the Roberts Rules of Order, Revised, shall govern the meetings of the Society.Article V - Meetings of the MembersSection 1. Annual Meeting: There shall be an annual meeting of the Society in the fall at a date set by the Management Committee for the election of officers, trustees and the transaction of other business.Section 2. Notification: Notification of general membership meetings must be received by the members at least thirty (30) days before the meeting.Section 3. Special Meetings: Special meetings of the general membership may be called by the President or a majority of the officers or whenever at least ten (10) members shall make a written request. Notifications of special meetings must be received by members at least 7 (seven) days before the meeting.Section 4. Quorum: At least twenty (20) members must be present at the Annual meeting or at a Special meeting to constitute a quorum.Section 5. Approval of a Motion: A majority vote of the members present at a meeting shall constitute approval of a motion.Article VI - Officers and TrusteesSection 1. Officers: The Officers of the Society shall be: President(s), Vice President(s), Secretary and Treasurer.Section 2. Board of Directors: In addition to the Officers, there shall be three (3) Trustees who are elected by the general membership to serve on the Board of Directors.Section 3. Terms of Board of Directors: The President(s) and Vice President(s) will each serve a two (2) year term. The President(s) and Vice President(s) may serve one (1) additional consecutive term for a maximum of four (4) years. The Secretary and Treasurer shall serve renewable three (3) year terms for a maximum of six (6) years. Trustees will serve for renewable two (2) year terms for a maximum of four (4) years. The outgoing President will automatically become the fourth (4th) Trustee for a two (2) year term or until there is a new past President.Section 4. Additional Appointments: The Officers shall appoint the Newsletter Editor, Membership Chair, Hospitality Chair and Director of Development to serve for renewal three (3) year terms for a maximum of six (6) years.Section 5. Management Committee: The Management Committee shall consist of the Officers, Trustees, Newsletter Editor, Membership Chair, Hospitality Chair and the Director of Development. All members shall have a voice and vote.Section 6. Vacancies: Vacancies in any position on the Management Committee other than President shall be filled by the Management Committee by a majority vote. That person shall serve until the next Annual Meeting. A vacancy in the office of President shall automatically be filled by the Vice President until the next Annual Meeting.Section 7. President's Role: The President(s) presides at all Society, Board of Directors and Management Committee meetings, and appoints ad hoc committees as necessary to conduct the Society's affairs.Section 8. Vice President's Role: The Vice President(s) presides at all meetings in the absence of the President, coordinates NEHS's yearly programs, serves as the liaison to Tower Hill or other meeting sites to coordinate meetings, and performs such other duties as assigned by the President.Section 9. Secretary's Role: The Secretary keeps a record of all Society, Board of Directors and Management Committee meetings, gives all necessary notices of meetings, and performs such other duties as properly pertains to the office, including custody of all official records.Section 10. Treasurer's Role: The Treasurer receives and collects all monies due the Society, makes disbursements, makes financial reports at all Management Committee meetings, and prepares an annual written report to the membership for the Annual Meeting.Section 11. Trustee's Role: The Trustees have the responsibility to attend all meetings of the Society, Board of Directors and of the Management Committee unless otherwise excused by the President.Section 12. Audit Committee: The Board of Directors shall appoint an audit committee annually to audit the financial records of NEHS. The audit shall be conducted by a committee consisting of one (1) member of the Board of Directors and one (1) member from the general membership.Section 13. Records to Retain: The Treasurer shall keep all historical records for a minimum of seven (7) years, and retain all tax-exempt status and organizing documents, such as the articles of incorporation and bylaws, permanently. Upon fulfillment of the office, the Treasurer will give the records to the incoming Treasurer. The Secretary shall record and maintain all Management Committee and general membership meeting minutes for seven (7) years, and retain a duplicate set of all tax exempt status and organizing documents permanently. Upon fulfillment of office, the Secretary will give all records to the incoming Secretary. Any and all requests for disposal of Society records will require a majority vote of the Board of Directors.Section 14. Conflicts of Interest: Whenever an Officer or Trustee has a financial or personal interest in any matter coming before the Management Committee, the affected person shall a) fully disclose the nature of the interest, and b) withdraw from lobbying, and voting on the matter.Section 15. Compensation: No officer or member shall receive any compensation or emolument from the organization other than for services rendered and for disbursements incurred by authority of the Management Committee.Article VII - Meetings of the Management CommitteeSection 1. Meetings: Meetings of the Management Committee shall occur at least three (3) times a year.Section 2. Quorum: At least six (6) members of the Management Committee must be present to constitute a quorum.Section 3. Special Meetings: Meetings of the Management Committee may be called by the President or by written request of four (4) members of the Management Committee. Notification of special meetings must be received by the Management Committee at least seven (7) days before the meeting. Section 4. Voting: A majority vote of the Management Committee present at and voting a meeting shall constitute approval of a motion.Article VIII - Meetings of the Board of DirectorsSection 1. Meetings: Meetings of the Board of Directors may be called by the President or by written request of three (3) members of the Board of Directors. Notification must be received at least seven (7) days before the meeting.Section 2. Quorum: At least five (5) members of the Management Committee must be present to constitute a quorum.Article IX - FinanceSection 1. Residence Requirement: The Treasurer is responsible for conducting the financial affairs of the Society. Persons nominated for the office of Treasurer must reside in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.Section 2. Account Co-signer: The Board of Directors will appoint a member of the board to serve as a co-signer on any bank accounts. The co-signer will have full access to the records of the bank account and will conduct a review monthly.Section 3. Business Address: The business address of the New England Hosta Society will be the address of the Treasurer.Section 4. Fiscal Year: The fiscal year of the New England Hosta Society will run from January 1 to December 31. Section 5. Annual Budget: The Treasurer, with input from the Management Committee, will prepare the budget for the next fiscal year.Section 6. Financial Reports: The Treasurer will report the current status of NEHS finances to the membership and Management Committee at every meeting. On February 1st of each year, the Treasurer will prepare a report for the previous fiscal year for presentation to the Management Committee for transmission to the membership. The report should contain a cover letter of discussion, financial statement on the net worth of the society, and report on income and expenditures. Additional reporting on the status of various projects may be included. A Treasurer's report will be published in the Society's newsletter at least quarterly.Section 7. Expense Reimbursement: The Treasurer is authorized to reimburse funds to Management Committee members who submit receipts consistent with their normal activities on behalf of the Society. Members at-large may only submit receipts for reimbursement if the expenditure was authorized by the Management Committee in advance.Section 8. Vendor Payments: Where possible invoices should be presented to the Treasurer for direct payment to the vendor. Guest Speaker host expenses must be within the approved budget and will only be reimbursement when full documentation is presented to the Treasurer.Section 9. Management of Collected Funds: Cash and checks collected at a Society function will be counted by two (2) members and reported to the Secretary or Vice President for documentation. The money will then be turned over to the Treasurer for deposit. At no time should a member consolidate money paid to the Society with money owed to a member. All money collected and receipts for reimbursement should be kept separate.Section 10. Non-Operating Expenses: All expenditures not directly related to the maintenance and operation of the Society's activities, such as memorial contributions, scholarships for students, and outreach activities such as maintaining public gardens, must be authorized by a majority vote of the membership attending and voting at the annual meeting or any other meeting as announced in the Society newsletter.Section 11. Taxes: The Treasurer is responsible for filing annual tax reports to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and the Internal Revenue Service before the annual due dates. Documentation of these filings will be presented to the Management Committee.Article X NominationsSection 1. Nominating Committee: The Nominating Committee shall be appointed by the Management Committee.Section 2. Presentation of Nominees: The list of nominees shall be included in the notice of the Annual Meeting.Section 3. Nominations by Members: Nominations may be accepted from the floor at the Annual Meeting.Article XI Adoption of BylawsThe Bylaws shall be declared adopted when approved by a majority vote of the members in attendance and voting at an Annual Meeting or Special Meeting for which the membership has received timely notice.Article XII AmendmentsAmendment of the Bylaws may be initiated by any member and shall be amended through the following process:a) Bylaw change request must be submitted in writing to the Management Committee for approval by the Management Committee.b) Proposed Bylaws changes will be published in the Society newsletter to notify the general membership.c) Bylaws will be presented at the next general meeting of the membership.d) Amended Bylaws will require a 2/3 majority vote at the annual meeting of the Society.Article XIII WhistleblowerThe Board of Directors must investigate any complaints and concerns brought to their attention from members regarding potential misuse of the Society's finances or other concerns.  Thank you for your interest in the New England Hosta SocietyPlease consider joining our group.We can be contacted at nehostasociety@live.com

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