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Dazzle with Basil

February 28, 2026 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am

| FASN/Visitors Center

If you have any questions regarding this program, please call the Nature Realm Visitors Center at 330-865-8065 (Wednesday—Saturday 10 a.m.—5 p.m., Sunday 12–5 p.m.).

Learn about one of the world’s most popular herbs — its origins, history, popular varieties and how to best use it when cooking. Enjoy a food sample including basil.

Details

Date
February 28, 2026
Time
10:00 am – 11:30 am
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Venue

Location
1828 Smith Rd.
Akron, OH 44313 United States + Google Map

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Age Group
Adults, Seniors, Teens
Virtual or In Person
In Person
Park
F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm

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