The Friday night Welcome was the first official event of the Bonsai Convention. This Cocktail Party was an opportunity to meet and greet other bonsai enthusiasts as well as the International demonstrators, Michael Persiano and Marco Invernizzi.

Over 80 people attended the Cocktail Party.	Michael and Ted seem to be enjoying the night.
Ted catches up with interstate visitors.	Tony and David having a good time.
Michael Persiano chats with Dorothy Koreshoff and Frank Hocking.	Smiles and drinks all round.
Marco attracted a large gathering.	Lots of talk about the tokonoma.
Enjoying the night.	Marco was very entertaining.
Peter catches up with a few old friends.	Glenys has a chat with Dorothy Koreshoff.
Lee and Glenys.	The Exhibition area was opened early for the Cocktail crowd.
Ted and Adrian compare notes.	Marco has a look around.
Ted and Lee.	Tova, Marco, Ray and Sally.
Marco and Ted discuss the exhibition.	Michael gives free advice on this Pine.
Michael has a chat.	Michael and David enjoying a break.

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