Hours of Operation: 
Wednesday through Friday:  10am – 6pm
Saturday:  10am – 2pm
Sunday – Tuesday (by appointment only)
(Available Sunday - Saturday for private classes, rentals & tour groups)

Parking Options:

• Immediately beside the building
• Creekside parking garage: FREE
• City parking (free) located at 94 High Street at the corner of High Street and Town Street.

Educational Facility & Gift Shop  

• Custom tours & event consultation available.
• Make your party, shower or business meeting memorable.
• Small Group Activities – call us or visit our website for more information.
• Herb Capital of Ohio Gift Baskets
• OHEC signature gift items: tea, candles, lotions & soap
• Loose Teas & Herbs

EDUCATIONAL GROUPS (Membership Required)

Join the OHEC Tea Guild for Beginning Tea Enthusiasts!!!
Membership Maximum: 20
RDR/SR:  $60/ $70
A Tea Club that meets one Saturday a month from 10-11am - to learn about the art of tea including the different types of teas, tea blending, tea cultures, tea recipes and the health benefits of tea.  Meeting Dates:  2/27, 3/27, 4/17, 5/22, 6/26, 7/31, 8/28, 9/25, 10/30, 11/20, 12/18

Grow in the Knowledge of Herbs!!!
RDR/SR:  $20/ $25 (Cost for 2010)
Second Tuesday of each month from 6:30-8:00pm
Mission Statement: 
The purpose of the Gahanna Herb Society is to promote the knowledge of herbs, their culture, history and uses through personal research, group seminars and activities and participation in the care of the public herb gardens of the City of Gahanna and the Ohio Herb Education Center.  This will be accomplished in an environment which fosters education, friendship and volunteerism.
For more information call OHEC Director, Cathy Phillips @ 614.342.4380

NEW!!! - Summer Cooking Series
Down on the Farm – Cooking Series w/Deborah Mahon, “The Gourmet Farm Girl”

Raised on a dairy and grain farm in northern Ohio, Deborah spent many days in the kitchen with grandma and mom cooking.  Learning to take simple basic foods and adding her own flair made her “The Gourmet Farm Girl”.  Visit www.thegourmetfarmgirl.com for more info. 

NEW!!! – Children’s Series - FREE
(Grades K-8, must be accompanied by a parent or guardian)
See…Smell…Taste...Touch…Fun with Herbs
Sponsored by the Gahanna Herb Society
Herbs are plants that have been used by people for centuries, and not just for cooking! The Ohio Herb Education Center brings these uses to life as children see, taste and touch a variety of herbs and enjoy hands-on activities and demonstrations designed to educate and entertain.  Activities include using mortar and pestles, making potpourri and sampling herbal potato chips, herbal cookies and peppermint iced tea!  Herbs that will be highlighted are Lemon Verbena, Mint and Rosemary, which is the official herb of Gahanna.
First Saturday of every month in June, July & August 2010 from 10am – 2pm. 

May
Naturopathic Medicine Series
Learn a new perspective on what causes common disease states.  Each week we will focus on a different set of disease states including Metabolic Syndrome, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, and Multiple Chemical Sensitivity.  Dr. Kim Kalfas ND of Gahanna Healing Arts will lead this series.
LOCATION:  Ohio Herb Education Center, 110 Mill Street
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: 20
DATE:  Every Wednesday in May – 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th
TIME: 6:30-8:30pm
RDR/SR: $20/$25 per class

Spring Wildflower Walk at Gahanna Woods
Join Nancy McGregor and members of the Gahanna Herb Society on a walk through one of Franklin County's premier wetlands looking for spring wildflowers, edible plants and herbs.  Insect repellent is suggested.  The walk is about a mile and a half and should take about an hour and a half. (Please do not bring pets.  They’re not allowed in this area of the park.)
LOCATION:  Gahanna Woods (1.5 miles east of Gahanna on Havens Corners Rd, then .5 mile south of Taylor Station Rd.)
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: 20 – No drop-ins.  Please register.
DATE: Tuesday, May 11
TIME: 6:30pm
RDR/SR:  Free

Picnic in the Park
Join instructors Tom and Patti Miller for a relaxing evening at Friendship Park.  With over 25 years of experience, our instructors share their secrets for a tasty and easy to prepare seasonal meal.  Menu:  Lemonade, Coconut shrimp with Mango-Chili Sauce, Grilled Chicken Breasts in Pita Pockets, Summer Corn Salad, Mexican Deviled Eggs, and Smores.
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: 15
LOCATION: Friendship Park, 150 Oklahoma Ave, Gahanna
DATE: Tuesday, May 25
TIME: 6:30-8:30pm
RDR/SR:  $30/$40

June

An Herbal Experience
For Kids!!! (Grades K-8, must be accompanied by a parent or guardian)
Visuals on Display - Sponsored by the Gahanna Herb Society
Herb Highlighted - Rosemary
Definition of “Herb”, “Annual”, “Perennial”, - Herbs 101
LOCATION:  Ohio Herb Education Center, 110 Mill Street
DATE: Sat, June 5 (also July 3rd and August 7th)
TIME: 10am-2pm (Open House – stop by anytime)
RDR/SR: Free w/parent or guardian

Celebrate Mediterranean Cuisine!
Join Delicious By Design Catering Chef David Dovell for demonstrations, simple hands-on activities, and tastings celebrating the Mediterranean. Menu to include: Skordalia Dip with pita crisps, Roasted Pepper-Chickpea & Rosemary Crostini, Smoked Salmon BLT on brioche round, Lamb Spiedini skewered with rosemary & Feta Dip, Lavender Honey Biscotti
LOCATION: Creekside Conference & Event Center, 700 Mill Street, 3rd Floor
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: 40
DATE: Tuesday, June 2
TIME: 6:30-8:30pm
RDR/SR: $40/$50

The Grouping of Food Series
Focus each week will be on a different food identity or grouping. Participants will learn about Ayurvedic food groups, related foods in terms of food intolerance, vitamin content of foods, and processed versus whole foods. Dr. Kim Kalfas ND of Gahanna Healing Arts will lead this series.
LOCATION:  Ohio Herb Education Center, 110 Mill Street
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: 20
DATE:  Wednesdays in June – 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th
TIME: 6:30-8:30pm
RDR/SR: $20/$25 per class

Ohio’s Native Fruit – The Pawpaw
Joseph Petrie, Executive Vice President of Field Operation of Nebula Vineyard in Danville, Ohio will share his mixed farm strategy and information on the Pawpaw, the largest edible fruit indigenous to North America.  Join the Gahanna Herb Society as we grow in our knowledge of Ohio and its native plants.
LOCATION:  Ohio Herb Education Center, 110 Mill Street
MAXIMUM (Non-member) ENROLLMENT: 10
DATE: Tuesday, June 8
TIME: 6:30-7:30pm
RDR/SR: Free (You must register.  Thank you.)

Down on the Farm – Country Breakfast – Class #1 in Series w/The Gourmet Farm Girl
Get ready for Father’s Day.  Learn to make a good old fashion country breakfast with an herbal flair! Menu:  Cheesy Chive Scrambled Eggs, Fresh Ohio Strawberry & Blue Berry Pancakes, Herb & Garlic Sausage Patties, Plum Parfaits w/Fresh Sweet Whipped Cream & Biscuits with Herbal Honey, Herbal Tea
LOCATION:  Ohio Herb Education Center, 110 Mill Street
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: 10
DATE: Sat, June 19
TIME: 10am
RDR/SR: $20/$25

July

Herbs & You – For Kids!!! (Grades K-8, must be accompanied by a parent or guardian)
Visuals on Display - Sponsored by the Gahanna Herb Society
Herb Highlighted – Lemon Verbena  (Herbal lemonade to sample & Garden tour)
LOCATION:  Ohio Herb Education Center, 110 Mill Street
DATE: Sat, July 3
TIME: 10am-2pm (Open House – stop by anytime)
RDR/SR: Free w/parent or guardian

Gahanna Herb Society Field Trip
Well known local author, speaker and herb enthusiast, Debra Knapke, the Garden Sage, is opening her garden for a private tour.  She’ll be available to greet us and sign books.  Her 2/3 acre eclectic garden consists of 26 different garden areas including shade gardens, sun gardens, herb areas, rock areas, a very young conifer garden, a vegetable garden and more. There are approximately 46 troughs, numerous container vignettes, a greenhouse and one garden in the process of “cooking”. (Visit www.debrathegardensage.com for more info on Debra, her gardens & her books.)
MAXIMUM (Non-member) ENROLLMENT: 10
DATE: Tuesday, July 13
TIME: 6:00-8:30pm
RDR/SR: $15/$20 (Transportation provided.  Departure time from the Herb Center: 6pm)

Gourmet Farm Girl’s Noon Dinner – Class # 2 in Series
Growing up, the noon meal was considered “Dinner”, the biggest meal of the day.  The men were out working early after breakfast and were quite hungry by noon.  Menu: Fresh veggie appetizers w/homemade dill & ranch dips, Country Fried Chicken & BBQ Drummies, Dilled Garden Cucumbers, Sweet Creamy Potato Salad, Strawberry Pie w/dairy fresh whipped cream, & last but not least….Fresh Squeezed Lemonade.
LOCATION:  Ohio Herb Education Center, 110 Mill Street
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: 10
DATE: Sat, July 17
TIME: 10:30am
RDR/NR: $25/$35

Whole Food Kitchen w/ an herb garden ingredient hunt
Dr. Kim Kalfas ND of Gahanna Healing Arts will lead this class.  You will learn the basics of whole foods philosophy and how it affects your health.  We will make a balanced whole foods meal that is colorful, tasteful, and delightful.  Learn techniques for sacred eating, and what it means to really get the most out of your food.  Menu: 
LOCATION:  Ohio Herb Education Center, 110 Mill Street
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: 10
DATE:  Wed, July 21
TIME: 6:30-8:30pm
RDR/SR: $30/$40

Rain Harvesting
LeafGuard of Central Ohio, Sheryl - Training Program w/Rain Barrel display and how to’s
Snacks provided
LOCATION:  Ohio Herb Education Center, 110 Mill Street
DATE:  Sat, July 24
TIME: 11am
RDR/SR: FREE (Registration not required.)

August

Fun With Herbs  - For Kids!!! (Grades K-8, must be accompanied by a parent or guardian)
Visuals on Display - Sponsored by the Gahanna Herb Society
Herb Highlighted – Peppermint - Use a mortar & pestle, sample peppermint tea & brownies
LOCATION:  Ohio Herb Education Center, 110 Mill Street
DATE: Sat, Aug 7
TIME: 10am-2pm (Open House – stop by anytime)
RDR/SR: Free w/parent or guardian

 Landscaping with Native Plants
Luke Messinger, Executive Director of Dawes Arboretum and member of the Parks & Recreation Board is the guest speaker for the Gahanna Herb Society’s August meeting.  His presentation includes landscaping with Ohio native plants.  Learn how to select the best native plants for your particular landscape with practical advice for the everyday homeowner.  (This class includes a walking tour of Big Walnut Creek bank restoration along Creekside.)
LOCATION:  Herb Center & Creekside Park
MAXIMUM (Non-member) ENROLLMENT: 10
DATE: Tuesday, Aug 10
TIME: 6:30-7:30pm
RDR/SR: Free (Please RSVP)

Spanish Tapas with a New American Twist!
Join Delicious By Design Catering Chef David Dovell for demonstrations, simple hands-on activities, and tastings celebrating Spanish tapas with a new American Twist! Menu to include: Blood Orange Mango Mojito, Mushroom Tapenade Fritters, Albondigas (Chorizo meatballs), Sautéed Baby Spinach with Pine Nuts & Golden Raisins, Seared Pork Tenderloin with Sherry vinegar pan sauce & Apple relish
LOCATION: Creekside Conference & Event Center, 700 Mill Street, 3rd Floor
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: 40
DATE: Thurs, Aug 12
TIME: 6:30-8:30pm
RDR/SR: $40/$50

Saturday Supper – Class #3 in Series
Supper was the evening meal after chores and was lighter.  The food was homemade goodness and fresh from the garden or off the pantry shelf - a wonderful way to spend an evening at the Herb Center.  Menu:  Pickled Shrimp appetizers, fresh Spinach & Herb Stuffed Pork Tenderloin, Saute’ Rosemary, Sugar Peas & Summer Squash w/Rice Pilaf, Garden Salad w/homemade herbal dressing, Ice-Box Cake & Peppermint Iced Tea
LOCATION:  Ohio Herb Education Center, 110 Mill Street
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: 10
DATE: Sat, Aug 14
TIME: 4pm
RDR/SR: $30/$40

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