Community Events

You’ll learn from Herb Garden Curator, Sherri McCalla, while helping out at the Garden. We’ll be weeding, grooming, thinning, planting, or whatever else needs doing in the Herb or the Iris Garden. As we work, Sherri will discuss various uses of herbs. All three hours will be spent outside. The event will be canceled if it is raining or in the event of inclement weather. It is strongly encouraged to wear a mask in any indoor areas at the Garden and social distancing is encouraged throughout your visit.

Hand sanitizer will also be available. Bring your own gloves. If you have a hand tool you like to use, please bring that. Dress appropriately for the weather: layered clothing and closed-toe shoes are suggested. Handouts will be available by email to participants. 

Please enter through the Visitors Center at the north end of the parking lot and get directions to the garden we will be in for this event. If you have any questions not covered here, call Sherri McCalla at 901-636-4134 prior to Thursday, August 11. Click here to register.

Grab lunch and join Munch and Learn at the Dixon! This presentation is “A New Life Herbs” presented by Emily Giles.

If you or your group would like to eat lunch at the Dixon café, Park and Cherry, you can pre-order your lunch by calling (901) 312-1277.

Join us for a Lunch and Learn Program at the Shelby County Extension Office.

Jo Anne Waterman, TSU Extension Agent, will be discussing Eating Fruits & Vegetables in the Summertime.How to Properly Protect Yourself When Working Outdoors During the Summer Months.

For more information about the Lunch and Learn Program, call Booker T. Leigh or Dr. Chris Cooper at 901-752-1207.

Grab lunch and join Munch and Learn at the Dixon! This presentation is “New and Unusual Perennials and Their Culture. James Crowder is the speaker.

If you or your group would like to eat lunch at the Dixon café, Park and Cherry, you can pre-order your lunch by calling (901) 312-1277.