Johns Creek Environmental Center, 8100 Holcomb Bridge Road, Alpharetta.   Sam Landes will be the guest speaker with a short business meeting after his informative talk.  We will break for a provided lunch then have a mushroom workshop.  The cost of supplies for the workshop is $5.00.  RSVP for the luncheon and workshop: jeannerickenbaker@gmail.com. Sam Landes is a retired Montessori Teacher.  He grew up in Central Illinois where his mother took him morel mushroom hunting beginning at the age of 5.  He has been Treasurer of the Mushroom Club of Georgia since 2010.  His wife, Dr. Cornelia Cho, is the President of the club.  Cornelia and Sam are both members of the North American Mycological Association (NAMA).  Sam and Cornelia travel around the country joining other mushroom enthusiasts in hunting for mushrooms. His talk is called “The Fascinating World of Fungi.”  He will introduce us to the many facets of the Fungai Kingdom and how they affect the natural world.  Sam is a most knowledgeable, fascinating and enthusiastic presenter!  He will also bring numberous mushroom exhibits for us to view during his visit.  Come early to get a preview. Following his talk and our delicious Surprise lunch, those interested can remain to participate in his Oyster Mushroom Bag workshop – you will make and take home your Oyster Mushroom Bag!    This added event will take about an hour and cost each attendee $5.