A reprint of the article "Preparing to Enter the Show," by Annette Kennedy," published in the newsletter of the Early Morn African Violet (AV) Group is presented. The author talks about her experience of joining flowering plant shows. She recommends novice growers to clean the foliage of plants by using a brush or by washing the leaves under the tap using lukewarm water. She explains the benefits of disbudding plants, particularly in African violets.