General meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month in a hybrid manner (in-person and virtual). Society members and the public are welcome to join us:
- in-person at the McConaghy Centre, 10100 Yonge Street in Richmond Hill, or
- virtually via Zoom.
The doors to the auditorium of the McConaghy Centre open at 7:00 pm, providing time for socialization prior to the business portion of the meeting, which begins at 7:30 pm.
Attendance is free to members and $5 to non-members.
Advance registration through our online Events Calendar is encouraged, irrespective of which attendance method is selected. Online registration also ensures participation in door prize draws.
In addition to obtaining updates on our society's many activities, most meetings include a presentation by a knowledgeable guest speaker. In 2024, we anticipate most of our guest speakers will attend general meetings in-person. However, if this is not feasible due to inclement weather or distance, their participation via Zoom will be projected onto a large screen in the auditorium.
As well, flower show competitions are held at most general meetings from May through October.
There is also opportunity to socialize with other local gardeners, enjoy light refreshments, and browse treasures at the Bring-and-Buy table. Please bring a reusable mug or cup if you would like to be served a hot beverage, as tea and coffee are generally available.
Directions to our General Meetings Location
The McConaghy Centre is on the west side of Yonge Street, just north of Major MacKenzie and south of Arnold Crescent. The McConaghy Centre parking lot is accessible from both Yonge Street and Arnold Crescent. Additional parking space is available at the church just south of the Centre and is accessible from Yonge Street.
About Virtual Participation
Zoom participation instructions are emailed to our members twice in advance of every meeting. Zoom participation instructions are also emailed to anyone who registers to attend a meeting through our online Events Calendar.