Sisters of St. Francis Campus programs events for July-Aug.

TIFFIN — The Sisters of St. Francis Campus have announced programs and events for July through August. Seeds of Joy Cooking Demonstrations 9:30-11 a.m. July 27 and Aug. 17. at Ralph's Joy of Living, 33 N. Washington St. Enjoy a cooking demonstration using microgreens and vegetables from the Seeds of Hope Farm on the St. Francis Campus and olive oils from Ralph's Joy of Living to create marinades, dressings, and much more! Each program will include a light salad, featured recipe and handcrafted herbal beverage. Different ingredients will be used each month. Participants will learn about the ingredients used, enjoy delicious creations by Chef Melissa and take home recipes to make themselves. Cost: $25 per person. RSVP and PAY by noon on Monday before the program 419-447-1051. Space is limited. 17th annual Summer Harvest Gourmet Gala fundraiser - 6 p.m. Aug. 9. Supports the Franciscan Earth Literacy Center/Seeds of Hope Farm in Tiffin. Cost: $50 per person. Includes, heavy appetizers, desserts, one entry into Gift Card Tree raffle and Chance to Win $500 raffle. Join us outside under the BIG tent for heavy appetizers, assorted desserts, live cooking demonstrations, wine and brew samples, 50/50, silent and live auction items, mystery grab, gift card tree raffle, chance to win $500 raffle and live music by Karsten Snitker. There are also online auction items for anyone to bid on from August 5th (12pm) - 8th (12pm) at www.32auctions.com/FELCGala2024. Co-Chairs: Alaina Gosche and Ashley Hoffbauer. Deadline to purchase tickets is July 31. For more information or for tickets call the mission advancement office at 419-447-0435 or visit www.felctiffin.org. Oasis Day Mini Retreat "Rise Up! Do Not Be Afraid" 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 10, at St. Francis Spirituality Center, 200 St. Francis Ave. Fear is a basic aspect in all living things. As it was for our earliest ancestors and all of life before us, fear is hard-wired in our human system for survival. We live in a world of uncertainty and concern for our well-being, those we love and all creation. Fear is a shared, collective experience in our human make-up. Living with it is often overwhelming, and disruptive and we can often feel alone. In this retreat, we will draw from the wisdom and power of Scripture, nature, poetry, and music. We will create a safe space for listening, connecting with others and learning skills to help us on the journey. We will rise-up and deepen our experience of what it could mean to "be not afraid." Mary Beth Durnell lives in Tiffin. She is a certified spiritual director with a master's degree in social work. She has experience in pastoral ministry and counseling. Mary Beth is an associate with the Sisters of St. Francis of Tiffin, Ohio. She has worked with hospice patients and families, the chronically mentally ill, persons with HIV/AIDS and, most recently, dialysis patients and their families. She has presented on numerous psychosocial and spiritual topics as an adjunct teacher for summer classes in the theology department at Dayton University and in the Schools of Social Work at the University of Kentucky and Eastern Kentucky University. Mary Beth is a musician, loves being in nature and traveling. In person ONLY. Cost: $45, includes noon meal. Register by Aug. 2 at 419-443-1485 or peace@franciscanretreats.org. "STEM DAY" - 8 a.m.-noon Aug. 13 at Franciscan Earth Literacy Center, 194 S. Francis Ave. For ages 8-18. Participants will use a water science kit developed by COSI throughout the morning and will get to take home afterwards. Each kit has a variety of science experiments, with all the materials and instructions included inside. A light snack will be provided, but bring your own water bottle. Fee: $30 per child, pay the morning of with cash or credit card from 7:30-8 a.m. To participate, contact Ken Baker at 567-230-6735 or kbaker@heidelberg.edu or Katie at 419-447-9722 or at cole.537@osu.edu and provide the name, age of participant and a phone number to secure a spot by Aug. 9. Scholarships are available. This program is a collaborative effort between the Franciscan Earth Literacy Center and OSU Extension Office, Seneca County, Area 3. Yoga Classes - 6-7 p.m. Tuesdays at St. Francis Spirituality Center, lower level, 200 St. Francis Ave. Limited: 10 participants. Beginners are welcome. Suggested Donation of $7/ session. Call Sr. Paulette Schroeder at 567-230-0220 to register.