Meetings and Support Groups
Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS)
For mothers and their children ages newborn to 6 years, meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month at First Baptist Church of Gahanna, 520 Havens Corners.  Registration fee is $20, plus $5 meeting fee.  First meeting is free.  Call 475-2416 for more information.

Grief Support Group
Sponsored by Grace Brethren church meets one Tuesday per month at the Gahanna Library Conference room,  located at 310 Granville Street.  For meeting times and dates, please call 891-2187.

Mothers Morning Out
Sponsored by Stoneybrook United Methodist Church offers this program every Friday from 9 am until noon each Friday.  For additional information please call Carolyn at 855-1466 or Susan at 476-5150.

Gardening and Nature Activities
Butterfly Garden 98
Tropical butterflies from Costa Rica and El Salvador are featured in the display that runs through May 10 at Franklin Park conservatory.

Beyond Basil... Discovering Less Common Herbs
Discover an international array of herbs in this workshop on May 7 from 7-8:30 P.M. at the Gardens at Ganz Farms.  The fee is $10.  Please call 871-6300 to register.

Children and Gardens
Barb Tropolosky, one of the founders of the children's garden in Bexley's Jeffery Park, will provide tips at 2 p.m. this Sunday to teachers, parents or anyone interested in Children's Garden Projects. This free program is sponsored by the Inniswood Society at Inniswood Metro Gardens.  Please call 885-4996 for more information.

Hanging Basket Workshop - Dawes Arboretum 1-800-443-2937
Make your own hanging basket this Saturday from 9-10:30 am or 11-12:30 p.m.  The fee is $12, members $10, includes all materials.  Meet at the Education Center.   Reservations required.

The Columbus Zoo
Fifth third Bank cycling Safari  May 2
The Fifth Third Bank Cycling Safari is an event guaranteed to bring lots of fun, exercise and fond memories.  Every year 3500 cyclists enjoy one of the three scenic tours of various distances, each highlighting beautiful country roads.  Call 645-3581 for more information.

Zoofari 1998    June 20
Every summer, the Columbus Zoo presents Zoofari, an annual fund-raiser hosted by the top eating establishments in Central Ohio.  The event is run by a volunteer committee and offers guest appetizers, dinner, beverages, theme activities and live entertainment.   This years proceeds benefit the renovation of the reptile building.  For ticket information call 645-3570