“Exploring Herbs” continues in Spring 2026. Even if you missed the first series of classes, you can attend the final set! In this series of six classes, you will learn about the energetics and uses of culinary herbs. Class includes hands on activities, cooking, and fellowship from 11 AM to 1 PM.

BOOK

Our source text is The Alchemy of Herbs by Rosalee de la Forêt.

Catch notes from past lessons at https://sites.google.com/view/mg-exploring-herbs/

As lessons are complete, new ones will open.

TIME

  • 11 AM – 1 PM

DATES

  • Feb. 28, 2026: Elder
  • Mar. 28, 2026: Turmeric
  • Apr. 25, 2026: Astragalus 
  • May 23, 2026: Tea
  • June 27, 2026: Nutmeg 
  • July 25. 2026: Cinnamon

WHERE

Gore Hall at  
First Unitarian Church of Orlando
1901 E. Robinson St.
Orlando, FL 32803

REGISTRATION

Email Mary at mysticgrove@orlanduu.org  to get your name on the student list.

COST

Tuition is $30 for the series of six classes or $5 per class for “drop in” students. Optional $5 extra toward the scholarship fund. There is 1 full scholarship and two half scholarships available on a “first come, first serve” basis. Email us for more info about scholarships.

Due to the nature of the class, we will serve “series students” first and then “drop in” students until supplies run out.

PAYING ONLINE

You can use your card and pay or donate online at the main church website. Go to www.orlandouu.org and click on the DONATE button in the upper right corner. When you fill the donation line in, please put “Mystic Grove Herb Class” in the memo line.

PAYING BY CHECK

You can mail checks made out to “First Unitarian Church of Orlando” with “Mystic Grove Herb Class” in the memo line. You can mail them to

First Unitarian Church of Orlando
1901 E. Robinson St
Orlando, FL 32803

FRONT OFFICE

You can also bring your check to first class or to the front office during office hours and leave it with the church administrator. The church office is open Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 1:00pm. You can reach the front office at 407-898-3621.