Growers Guild awards scholarship at tea event

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Neighbors | Submitted .Holborn Herb Growers Guild founding member Carrie Bookwalter-Burkey congratulated Jessica Cvelbar, recipient of the $1,000 college scholarship..

Holborn Herb Growers Guild hosted its annual tea event on Sept. 10 at the Western Reserve Village in Canfield.

The guests attending were met with a beautiful display of fresh herbs and flower gardens surrounding the buildings of the historic village. Members of the guild prepared and served tea, finger foods and gave tours, as well as demonstrations.

The featured speaker for the event was Ellen Speicher, a well-known Horticulture expert. A highlight of the day was the presentation of a $1,000 college scholarship to Jessica Cvelbar to further her education in the field of horticulture.

Holborn Herb Growers Guild was established in 1982 and has around 50 members. The members volunteer their time to maintain the public gardens in Boardman Township Park and the Western Reserve Village at Canfield Fairgrounds. They host meetings and events year round with the purpose of educating the community about the culture and purpose of herbs. The next meeting will take place on Oct. 17 at 7 p.m. in Boardman Park at Beard Cabin.

Those interested in becoming a member of the Holborn Herb Growers Guild are welcome to attend the meeting for more information. A light snack will be provided by hostesses Claudia DiRienzo, Marilyn Chiu and Virginia Bartos.

For additional information on the award recipient contact Mary Grace Fowler, Holborn Herb Guild president at 330-726-9829.