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Stage Emcee: Stacy McKay

12:00pm | Metro Parks and Your Backyard Wildlife
Learn about some of the Ohio Wildlife you might encounter in Metro Parks or even your own yard. This interactive presentation will include animal furs and skulls and tips for how to live with animal neighbors. It might even feature a live critter!

1:00pm | Cooking with Dom Tiberi
Dom is a sports broadcaster on 10tv’s WBNS-TV who is also well known for his classic homemade pasta and red sauce recipe!

2:00pm | Shrubs for All Gardens Presented by Dawes Arboretum
Whether you have acres of space or only a small balcony, there is a shrub for you. Shrubs add unique diversity and can enhance the magical spirit of our gardens. Come along as we explore native shrubs for all gardens.

4:00pm | Schmidts Real German Food Cooking Demo
Pate a Choux, just a fancy way to say CREAM PUFF PASTRY! Join us as we teach you how to make the pastry that put Schmidt's cream puffs on the map.

5:00pm | Central Ohio Property Inspections Presented by Chuck Faught
Top ten things that come up in a home inspection and what a buyer should expect from the home inspection process.

6:00pm | The Old Oak Society Bourbon Tasting Experience
Enjoy a presentation of what makes bourbon unique, how the mash bill and barrel aging impact the final flavor profile and taste four different styles of bourbon. This event will help expand your knowledge and palate for America’s native spirit. Whether you want to learn about what makes bourbon the hottest distilled spirit or just want to taste some different representations, you will not want to miss this! The Old Oak Society was founded by Gary, a certified Bourbon Steward | Cost: $5 for 5 samples (21+) *limited to 15 people.

Stage Emcee: Stacy McKay

1:00pm | Starting Your Vegetable Garden From Scratch with Katie Carey of Columbus Foodscapes
This is a beginner-level class designed for new and intermediate gardeners who want to grow their own fruits, vegetables, and herbs close to home. Attendees will learn how to start growing produce organically, in spaces big and small. You’ll learn the basics of: selecting the right location for your vegetable garden, creating a basic landscape sketch for your garden, where to source products like soil, how to make a simple planting plan that will set you up for success and support you throughout the season, and more.

2:00pm | Container Gardening
Uncover the mysteries of potting soil, plant watering, fertilizer, and the simple reason you keep killing your potted plants.

3:00pm | Pruning Trees and Shrubs Presented by Tisa Watts of Columbus Garden School
Learn the tools and techniques to correctly prune a variety of residential trees and shrubs.

4:00pm | Wine & Canvas
Join Wine & Canvas to create your newest piece of home décor! With our instructor led class, you will be guided every step of the way in our mini painting session. A fun and relaxing time is just a brush stroke away. | Cost: $15/person *limited to 15 people.

Stage Emcee: Joel Riley

12:00pm | Red Beard Bees
Learn about all things honeybees with Dave Noble of Red Beard Bees! Ever wondered how honey is actually made? Also learn about some of the current issues facing honeybees today.

1:00pm | Eric Litwin, Pete the Cat
Eric is a singer, songwriter, and author of Pete the Cat. He has also written The Nuts, Groovy Joe, and The Poop Song. His books have sold over 13 million copies, been translated into 17 languages, and won 26 literacy awards including a Theodor Geisel Seuss Honor Award.

2:00pm | COSI
Join COSI and explore some of our favorite experiments. We will explore liquid nitrogen, elasticity, air pressure and end with a giant cloud.

3:00pm | Schmidts Real German Food Cooking Demo
Pate a Choux, just a fancy way to say CREAM PUFF PASTRY! Join us as we teach you how to make the pastry that put Schmidt's cream puffs on the map.

4:00pm | Eric Litwin, Pete the Cat
Eric is a singer, songwriter, and author of Pete the Cat. He has also written The Nuts, Groovy Joe, and The Poop Song. His books have sold over 13 million copies, been translated into 17 languages, and won 26 literacy awards including a Theodor Geisel Seuss Honor Award.

6:00pm | Matt Coultrip Outside Living
Matt Coultrip is the founder of Coultrip Design & Consulting with 20 years of experience in the visual and design industry. With Coultrip Design, bring your living space beyond the 4 walls of your home to the outside. Matt’s here to share his corporate retail journey and the pivotal movement in his career that gave him the courage to start something new.

Stage Emcee: Joel Riley

12:00pm | Park of Roses Presented by Nancy Walsh
A unique public garden in Columbus, Ohio. The Columbus Park of Roses is one of the largest public rose gardens in the U.S. with more than 12,000 rose specimens.

1:00pm | Hook, Line and Sinker: BBB Tips on How Not To Get Caught By Scammers
Join the Central Ohio BBB Investigations Manager to learn about the most popular scams in 2021 along with who got caught, and how much money was lost. Hear real stories from consumers in Central Ohio impacted by scams and get tips and best practices on how to protect yourself in 2022.

2:00pm | Central Ohio Property Inspections Presented by Chuck Faught
Top ten things that come up in a home inspection and what a buyer should expect from the home inspection process.

3:30pm | Aladdin’s Cooking Demo
At Aladdin’s, we take pleasure in serving our guests healthy and flavorful Lebanese-American foods. In this presentation you will learn more about Aladdin's history, how to make and sample our delicious Tabouli, and get an inside scoop on how the Columbus marketing is growing!

4:00pm | Cultivating Native Landscapes that Entice Birds Presented by Dawes Arboretum
Learn about the importance of native landscaping, seed collecting and climate change, and hotspots for birds. You will also hear about the Ohio Native Plant Learning Center and resources to get started in your own backyard.

Stage Emcee: Joel Riley

12:00pm | Columbus Public Culinary Schools Cooking Demo
Vietnamese Pancakes Presented by Bahn Xeo

1:00pm | Columbus Public Culinary Schools Cooking Demo
Chicken with Sauce Alfredo over Sauteed Cauliflower Presented by Brianna Green & Shamaria Lloyd

2:00pm | Columbus Public Culinary Schools Cooking Demo
Steak Tacos & Street Corn Salad Presented by Michael Damian & Davion Johnson

3:00pm | Columbus Public Culinary Schools Cooking Demo
Classic Ratatouille Presented by Xavier & Tayveon Campbell

4:00pm | Columbus Public Culinary Schools Cooking Demo
Pernil & Puerto Rican Rice Presented by Fernando Sanabria-Nieves

5:00pm | Container Gardening Presented by Tisa Watts
Uncover the mysteries of potting soil, plant watering, fertilizer, and the simple reason you keep killing your potted plants.

6:00pm | Ohio Herb Center
One of the Herb Capital of Ohio’s best assets is located in the heart of Gahanna! The Ohio Herb Center is the perfect place to experience the world of herbs – gardening, culinary, aromatic, health, and wellness. Join the Ohio Herb Center and Visit Gahanna's presentation for information on all the exciting things to see and do in Gahanna.

Stage Emcee: Stacy McKay

11:15am | Easy Bruschetta Presented by Columbus State School of Hospitality Management & Culinary Arts
Chef Knapp will demonstrate an easy bruschetta that you can do in no time. He will explain how you can change up a basic recipe and refine it for any party.

12:15pm | Flavors of Southeast Asia Presented by Columbus State School of Hospitality Management & Culinary Arts
Travel to Southeast Asia, where Chef L. Fernando Mojica, CEC and Chef Beth Hines, CSC will demonstrate dishes from Malaysia and Indonesia that are simple, easy to cook, and full of flavor! You will discover new dishes to try at home and expand your culinary repertoire.

1:15pm | Soup Plus Four Presented by Columbus State School of Hospitality Management & Culinary Arts
In this Demo Chef L. Fernando Mojica, CEC and Chef Beth Hines, CSC will show you a quick and easy way to prepare a tasty Butternut Squash Soup. Then taking that soup as a base, Chefs Mojica and Hines will show you quick and easy ways, utilizing only one or two easy-to-find ingredients, to turn that soup into four different meals. Cook once, eat 5 meals.

2:15pm | Pate a Choux and You! Presented by Columbus State School of Hospitality Management & Culinary Arts
Chef Josh will demonstrate and explain the process of the amazing culinary wonder that is pate a choux. With hundreds of applications and only four ingredients, "choux paste is something every cook should have in their culinary repertoire.” Josh will share both a sweet and savory application.

6:00pm | A Sommelier’s Guide to “How to Taste and Buy Wine” Wine Tasting
Gregory Stokes is an expert wine sommelier who is considered Columbus’ top wine expert. He is a candidate for the prestigious Master Sommelier examination and works as the General Manager of Veritas. He has also recently opened his own wine store Accent Wine Parlor. Join Gregory as he shares insights on how to taste wine and buy! | Cost: $10 for 10 samples (21+) *limited to 15 people.

Stage Emcee: Stacy McKay

12:00pm | The Royce Columbus Cooking Demo Presented by Chef Inderpal S. Chawla
EAT. DRINK. VIBE. | The Royce is the place where great cooking and fantastic vibes meet. Our food and drinks are delicious and we welcome diners young and old. Join us for a cooking demo featuring qualified chef, Inderpal S. Chawla, who has extensive knowledge of European and World cuisine and expertise in Italian cuisine. Chef Chawla will make The Royce’s Rosemary Grits paired with Braised Ohio Prime Short-ribs, Braising Vegetables, Chow-Chow, and a Spiced Demi Glacé.

3:00pm | Gardening with Hungry Deer Presented by Tisa Watts of Columbus Garden School
Effective strategies to keep deer from destroying your yard. End your frustration and enjoy your landscape again!

4:00pm | Lawn Equipment Technology Presented by Brian Novotny
Just as everything is changing these days to battery-powered, trusty lawn equipment is no different. Many brands are coming out with their own battery technology for lawn equipment. We will go over what is available and what factors to consider when making your decision. We will have some equipment available to look over.

5:00pm | Matt Coultrip Outside Living
Matt Coultrip is the founder of Coultrip Design & Consulting with 20 years of experience in the visual and design industry. With Coultrip Design, bring your living space beyond the 4 walls of your home to the outside. Matt’s here to share his corporate retail journey and the pivotal movement in his career that gave him the courage to start something new.

6:00pm | Aladdin’s Cooking Demo
At Aladdin’s, we take pleasure in serving our guests healthy and flavorful Lebanese-American foods. In this presentation you will learn more about Aladdin's history, how to make and sample our delicious Tabouli, and get an inside scoop on how the Columbus marketing is growing!

Stage Emcee: Stacy McKay

1:00pm | Columbus Zoo & Aquarium Animal Appearance
Learn about the animals that travel with the Columbus Zoo. Discover where they are from, what they eat and perhaps even pet the birds, reptiles or a variety of mammals.

2:00pm | COSI
Join COSI and explore some of our favorite experiments. We will explore liquid nitrogen, elasticity, air pressure and end with a giant cloud.

3:00pm | Schmidts Real German Food Cooking Demo
Pate a Choux, just a fancy way to say CREAM PUFF PASTRY! Join us as we teach you how to make the pastry that put Schmidt's cream puffs on the map.

4:00pm | Shrubs for All Gardens Presented by Dawes Arboretum
Whether you have acres of space or only a small balcony, there is a shrub for you. Shrubs add unique diversity and can enhance the magical spirit of our gardens. Come along as we explore native shrubs for all gardens.

5:00pm | Pizza Pasta Salad Presented by Young Chefs Academy Cooking Demo
Are you wanting to spice things up at your next event, and are tired of making a normal pasta salad? The good thing about pasta salads is that they can be very versatile, and you can always mix things up for a fresh taste. Since everyone loves pizza why not make a pizza pasta salad to give a new spin to a potluck classic!