Learn about vermiculture at Rose Society of Saddleback Mountain's monthly meeting Oct. 9

The Rose Society of Saddleback Mountains is inviting rose aficionados to its next meeting on Monday, October 9 at the Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center, 24932 Veterans Way.

The meeting, which starts at 7 p.m., will feature Master Rosarian Kathy Monge, a longtime member of the Orange County Rose Society. She will discuss the benefits of raising earthworms and using worm castings in your garden.

Kathy has been growing roses for 20 years and has about 160 rose bushes. She enjoys creating arrangements, especially with her microminis.

For more information about the society, visit http://www.rosesrosesroses.org.