Mount Diablo Rose Society
Established October 8, 1986
Mount Diablo Rose Society
Established October 8, 1986
Membership meeting Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Identifying Roses
Presented by Charlie Malarkey
7:00pm in the Community Room
Dublin Library
200 Civic Plaza, Dublin
Zoom information will be added.
Tom Carruth - Lost his home in the LA fire - Go Fund Me
On the early morning of Jan 8th, Legendary rose hybridizer Tom Carruth lost his home in Altadena CA of almost 40 years in the Eaton Fire. Tom was only able to escape with his cell phone, iPad, meds and a change of clothes. Virtually all was lost.
This is devastating news.
Over Tom Carruth’s lifetime, he has given so much to the rose world and the community at large. As one of the top rose hybridizers, he has created many of the world’s most beloved roses. Since his retirement, he’s been serving as Curator of the Rose Collection at The Huntington. A kind and generous soul, he has touched many lives, whether you know him personally or not. Tom Carruth has given the world so much beauty and love. Due to the fire, he has lost almost everything. It’s time for us to give back; show our appreciation, and support.
A GoFundMe has been set up on Tom's behalf. See below.
If you are able, please donate to help Tom with expenses incurred with the sudden displacement, loss of possessions, uncertain future, and more. It’s hard to process how difficult it is when so much is gone forever. This is our opportunity to show we care, and are there for him in this difficult time as he tries to rebuild his life.
You can help by donating by clicking the link below:
Or if you choose contact Beverly Rose Hopper the organizer at either brhopper@gmail.com or text 408-605-8998 and I will be happy to send you the link and more info.
Tom Caruth with MDRS members at the Mother Load Rose Society December 2024 Meeting.
Emerald Glen Rose Garden 2025 Prunathon
The 2025 Emerald Glen Rose Garden Prunathon is Over!
First-- thanks to those who braved the cold and participated in pruning at the Emerald Glen Rose Garden this January: Lou Evans, Joelle Medina, Linda Nardy, Sheryl Reed, Elizebeth Wiener, Heather Brillhart, May Lee, Debbie Cuevas, Barbara Norkus (and me.)
Thank you!
Kathy Knabke
EG Rose Garden Chair
Kathy Knabke rejoicing in the completed Emerald Glen Rose Garden.
Memberships
Become an MDRS member
- Full membership in the Mount Diablo Rose Society with interesting and educational meetings
- Questions answered by expert Rosarians, Master Rosarians and expert Rose Judges
- A beautiful meeting place - Dublin Library's Community Room
- Programs on all aspects of rose growing, for beginners as well as for experienced rosarians
- "Little Rose Show" at almost every meeting - learn how to show and exhibit roses
- Annual Rose Show - usually in April or May
- Instructions and inspiration through fellowship with other rosarians
- Field trips, garden tours, potlucks, pruning demonstrations, etc.
- Drawings and refreshment goodies, hand-outs and educational materials
- Families and guests are welcome
Membership Costs
Membership is open to anyone interested in growing or showing roses. Membership is $20/year per person, or $25/year per couple.
When We Meet
Mount Diablo Rose Society meets the second Wednesday of each month
(except July & August)
In Person meetings are at the:
Dublin Library, Community Room
200 Civic Plaza, Dublin, CA
See Meetings page for upcoming programs.
Consulting Rosarians
If you have rose growing questions or problems, please feel free to contact one of the Consulting Rosarians listed below:
Danville ~ Carl Meier (925) 519-3350
Barbara Norkus (925)989-1748
Mariam Farrar (925) 642-3733
Livermore ~ Lou Evans (925) 371-6115
Jan Hayward (925) 605-6305
Alamo ~ Carl Meier (925) 519-3350
Jolene Adams (510) 537-2326