BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Shepherd’s Corner - ECPv6.15.14//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Shepherd’s Corner X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Shepherd’s Corner REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T120000 DTSTAMP:20260623T033234 CREATED:20251208T195917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T140925Z UID:9748-1772877600-1772884800@shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com SUMMARY:Maple Sugaring Program DESCRIPTION:Maple Sugaring Program\nSaturday\, March 7th\, 2026\n10:00 am – noon\n$10 per participant \nLed by Shepherd’s Corner Staff and volunteers. \nLearn about maple sugaring from tree sap out the tap\, to syrup on your breakfast. Come see our boiling process and taste our syrup\, and more! We ask that children attending be accompanied by adults. Program will be mostly outdoors and will include walking on unimproved\, uneven surfaces. \nRegistration for the syrup tour is required. Ages 2 and under are free.  \n*** We will also be offering small group tours on Weekdays during the maple season if able. Contact us to be notified when booking begins. *** \n  \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n *participation waiver\n \n \n \nShepherd’s Corner is a non-profit organization providing access and programs focused on care of creation\, connection to earth\, and reflection. An individual’s decision to participate in any activity or program at Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center \nis entirely voluntary. Visitors/participants assume all risks inherent to or associated with his\, her\, or their participation in the activity or event on Shepherd’s Corner’s property. Visitors/participants also take responsibility for their own level of fitness. \nIn signing this waiver\, I\, intending to be legally bound for myself\, my heirs\, executors\, and administrators\, waive\, release and forever discharge any and all rights and claims for damages I have or may have against Shepherd’s Corner or its employees\, for any and all claims and damages\, demands actions whatsoever in any manner\, as a result of my participation in programs\, events\, or visitation. I hereby grant full permission to any and all of the foregoing to use my name and likeness in any broadcast\, telecast\, video or print media reporting or advertising of the event without compensation. This waiver extends and includes the minors in attendance for whom you are responsible. \n  \n\n \n \n \nShepherd’s Corner Ecology Center is an outreach of The Dominican Sisters of Peace. URL:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/event/maple-sugaring-program-2/ LOCATION:Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center\, 987 N Waggoner Road\, Blacklick\, OH\, 43004\, United States CATEGORIES:community,food,foraging,learn,maple,nature,walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2023/10/IMG_20230309_141843.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shepherd's Corner Ecology Center":MAILTO:scecologycenter@oppeace.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260302T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260302T150000 DTSTAMP:20260623T033234 CREATED:20260217T162058Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T162058Z UID:10247-1772445600-1772463600@shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com SUMMARY:Open to visitors DESCRIPTION:Mondays: ongoing\n10:00 am – 3:00 pm. \nWe invite you to spend time at Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center. Come walk our meditation trail and the outdoor labyrinths. We do ask that all visitors check in at the office upon their arrival. We will be closed in the event of inclement weather. If you are considering visiting\, we ask that you contact us either by calling (614) 866-4302 or by emailing and letting us know. Visitors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. \nIf there are Mondays where we will be closed\, these will be noted on the calendar & on Facebook. There will also be occasions where we are open other days which we will note on our calendar & on Facebook. \nWhen coming to visit please stop by the barn and let us know you’re here for a visit. We ask a $2 donation per person donation. (We’re continually collecting items to be donate to local food pantries\, so you are always welcome to bring shelf stable items! Collecting for care kits: full-size gender-neutral shampoo\, bodywash\, body lotion\, toothpaste\, adult toothbrushes\, deodorants\, menstrual supply products.) URL:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/event/open-to-visitors-42/ LOCATION:Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center\, 987 N Waggoner Road\, Blacklick\, OH\, 43004\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2023/10/PXL_20210709_132050529.PORTRAIT-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shepherd's Corner Ecology Center":MAILTO:scecologycenter@oppeace.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T120000 DTSTAMP:20260623T033234 CREATED:20251215T203035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T184802Z UID:9785-1772272800-1772280000@shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com SUMMARY:Culinary and Medicinal Herbs DESCRIPTION:Culinary and Medicinal Herbs\nSaturday\, February 28th\, 2026\n10:00 am – Noon\nSuggested regular registration: $35/participant\nDiscounted registration (if price is a barrier): $15/participant\n\n\nAs you are planning your spring gardens come learn from Sr. Imelda Schmidt\, OP who is visiting us all the way from Heartland Farms! Heartland Farms is one of the Dominican Sisters of Peace’s other ecology centers located in Pawnee Rock Kansas. \n\nSr. Imelda spend eleven years in Nigeria working with women who used a lot of herbs and flowers in healing ways. This helped spark a fascination of uses for herbs and flowers. From there Sr. Imelda spent a decade living and working with Native Americans who were also working to keep alive the traditional knowledge of uses for local herbs and flowers. \nSr. Imelda describes herself as always learning and we are excited for her to join us and share some of her herbal knowledge with friends and supporters of Shepherd’s Corner. \nThis program is not to be missed! \n\n \n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n *participation waiver\n \n \n \nShepherd’s Corner is a non-profit organization providing access and programs focused on care of creation\, connection to earth\, and reflection. An individual’s decision to participate in any activity or program at Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center \nis entirely voluntary. Visitors/participants assume all risks inherent to or associated with his\, her\, or their participation in the activity or event on Shepherd’s Corner’s property. Visitors/participants also take responsibility for their own level of fitness. \nIn signing this waiver\, I\, intending to be legally bound for myself\, my heirs\, executors\, and administrators\, waive\, release and forever discharge any and all rights and claims for damages I have or may have against Shepherd’s Corner or its employees\, for any and all claims and damages\, demands actions whatsoever in any manner\, as a result of my participation in programs\, events\, or visitation. I hereby grant full permission to any and all of the foregoing to use my name and likeness in any broadcast\, telecast\, video or print media reporting or advertising of the event without compensation. This waiver extends and includes the minors in attendance for whom you are responsible. \n  URL:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/event/culinaryandmedicinal-herbs/ LOCATION:Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center\, 987 N Waggoner Road\, Blacklick\, OH\, 43004\, United States CATEGORIES:intentional movement,peaceful,quiet,reflect,tai chi ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2025/12/attachment-59.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shepherd's Corner Ecology Center":MAILTO:scecologycenter@oppeace.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T200000 DTSTAMP:20260623T033234 CREATED:20251215T152328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T184748Z UID:9774-1772130600-1772136000@shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com SUMMARY:Thoughts From Nature: February Labyrinth Walk DESCRIPTION:Thoughts From Nature: February Labyrinth Walk\nThursday February 26th\, 2026\, 6:30 – 8:00 pm\nSuggested Donation: $5\nFacilitated by Susan Butler \n\n–\n\nLabyrinth walks are times for quiet reflection. Due to their nature\, silent walking is encouraged. Our labyrinth is located on Wengert Road\, at the second drive to the right. Please wear comfortable shoes. Everyone is welcome! No previous meditation experience or experience walking labyrinths is required. \n\n\n\nLearn more about labyrinths! Here’s a video and here’s another to learn more! \nRegistration\, which is required\, closes three business days prior to the program or when capacity is reached. We ask that program participants pay for the program at the time of registration. Payment can be made using the secure form on this page. You may also pay by check or cash if you prefer. Please register by calling (614) 866-4302\, emailing\, or via this form\, \n  \nShepherd’s Corner Ecology Center is an outreach of The Dominican Sisters of Peace. \n\n\n\n\n \n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n *participation waiver\n \n \n \nShepherd’s Corner is a non-profit organization providing access and programs focused on care of creation\, connection to earth\, and reflection. An individual’s decision to participate in any activity or program at Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center \nis entirely voluntary. Visitors/participants assume all risks inherent to or associated with his\, her\, or their participation in the activity or event on Shepherd’s Corner’s property. Visitors/participants also take responsibility for their own level of fitness. \nIn signing this waiver\, I\, intending to be legally bound for myself\, my heirs\, executors\, and administrators\, waive\, release and forever discharge any and all rights and claims for damages I have or may have against Shepherd’s Corner or its employees\, for any and all claims and damages\, demands actions whatsoever in any manner\, as a result of my participation in programs\, events\, or visitation. I hereby grant full permission to any and all of the foregoing to use my name and likeness in any broadcast\, telecast\, video or print media reporting or advertising of the event without compensation. This waiver extends and includes the minors in attendance for whom you are responsible. \n  URL:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/event/thoughtsfromnature/ LOCATION:Wengert Road Labyrinth\, Wengert Road\, Blacklick\, OH\, 43229\, United States CATEGORIES:labyrinth,peaceful,quiet,reflect,walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2023/10/laby-entrance-horizontal-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T140000 DTSTAMP:20260623T033234 CREATED:20251209T170232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T204919Z UID:9755-1771851600-1771855200@shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com SUMMARY:Nature for Everyone: Inclusive Learning DESCRIPTION:Nature for Everyone \n4th Monday of the month\n1:00 – 2:00 pm\n$5/learner; to $15/family \n  \nAre you interested in our homeschool programming but concerned that your students’ needs might make participation in group activities challenging? Then consider joining us for our new program\, Nature for Everyone.  \nInclusive center-based learning themed on seasonal nature activities. This program takes place in our barn and the grounds immediately surrounding it. Some of the centers will be outdoors as the weather allows.  \nThe barn itself and the bathrooms are accessible. Families can walk the trail after the program. Please note that the surface of the trails is uneven and unimproved. Open to all ages. Neurotypical siblings are welcome as well. \n\n \n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n *participation waiver\n \n \n \nShepherd’s Corner is a non-profit organization providing access and programs focused on care of creation\, connection to earth\, and reflection. An individual’s decision to participate in any activity or program at Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center \nis entirely voluntary. Visitors/participants assume all risks inherent to or associated with his\, her\, or their participation in the activity or event on Shepherd’s Corner’s property. Visitors/participants also take responsibility for their own level of fitness. \nIn signing this waiver\, I\, intending to be legally bound for myself\, my heirs\, executors\, and administrators\, waive\, release and forever discharge any and all rights and claims for damages I have or may have against Shepherd’s Corner or its employees\, for any and all claims and damages\, demands actions whatsoever in any manner\, as a result of my participation in programs\, events\, or visitation. I hereby grant full permission to any and all of the foregoing to use my name and likeness in any broadcast\, telecast\, video or print media reporting or advertising of the event without compensation. This waiver extends and includes the minors in attendance for whom you are responsible. \n  URL:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/event/nature-for-everyone-inclusive-learning-6/ LOCATION:Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center\, 987 N Waggoner Road\, Blacklick\, OH\, 43004\, United States CATEGORIES:animals,birds,craft,create,explore,learn,nature ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2025/10/ShepherdsFest-5.png ORGANIZER;CN="Shepherd's Corner Ecology Center":MAILTO:scecologycenter@oppeace.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T150000 DTSTAMP:20260623T033234 CREATED:20260217T161641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T161641Z UID:10245-1771840800-1771858800@shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com SUMMARY:Open to visitors DESCRIPTION:Mondays: ongoing\n10:00 am – 3:00 pm. \nWe invite you to spend time at Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center. Come walk our meditation trail and the outdoor labyrinths. We do ask that all visitors check in at the office upon their arrival. We will be closed in the event of inclement weather. If you are considering visiting\, we ask that you contact us either by calling (614) 866-4302 or by emailing and letting us know. Visitors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. \nIf there are Mondays where we will be closed\, these will be noted on the calendar & on Facebook. There will also be occasions where we are open other days which we will note on our calendar & on Facebook. \nWhen coming to visit please stop by the barn and let us know you’re here for a visit. We ask a $2 donation per person donation. (We’re continually collecting items to be donate to local food pantries\, so you are always welcome to bring shelf stable items! Collecting for care kits: full-size gender-neutral shampoo\, bodywash\, body lotion\, toothpaste\, adult toothbrushes\, deodorants\, menstrual supply products.) URL:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/event/open-to-visitors-41/ LOCATION:Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center\, 987 N Waggoner Road\, Blacklick\, OH\, 43004\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2023/10/PXL_20210709_132050529.PORTRAIT-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shepherd's Corner Ecology Center":MAILTO:scecologycenter@oppeace.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T110000 DTSTAMP:20260623T033234 CREATED:20251209T170608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T204858Z UID:9762-1771840800-1771844400@shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com SUMMARY:Early Learners Adventures DESCRIPTION:4th Monday of the month\n10:00 am – 11:00 am\n$5/learner (up to $15/family) \n  \nEarly Learners Adventures is for ages 3\, 4\, 5\, 6-year-olds. This group will have similar seasonal activities as our other homeschool groups however\, it will be designed to meet the developmental needs and interests of younger students. You will notice that this program lasts for an hour instead of two. After the planned programming is finished you and your family are welcome to explore the grounds for another hour. As with other groups\, we will spend time outside and may get messy. Our goal is to appreciate the natural world and enjoy simple seasonal activities. \n\n \n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n *participation waiver\n \n \n \nShepherd’s Corner is a non-profit organization providing access and programs focused on care of creation\, connection to earth\, and reflection. An individual’s decision to participate in any activity or program at Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center \nis entirely voluntary. Visitors/participants assume all risks inherent to or associated with his\, her\, or their participation in the activity or event on Shepherd’s Corner’s property. Visitors/participants also take responsibility for their own level of fitness. \nIn signing this waiver\, I\, intending to be legally bound for myself\, my heirs\, executors\, and administrators\, waive\, release and forever discharge any and all rights and claims for damages I have or may have against Shepherd’s Corner or its employees\, for any and all claims and damages\, demands actions whatsoever in any manner\, as a result of my participation in programs\, events\, or visitation. I hereby grant full permission to any and all of the foregoing to use my name and likeness in any broadcast\, telecast\, video or print media reporting or advertising of the event without compensation. This waiver extends and includes the minors in attendance for whom you are responsible. \n  URL:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/event/early-learners-adventures-13/ LOCATION:Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center\, 987 N Waggoner Road\, Blacklick\, OH\, 43004\, United States CATEGORIES:animals,art,birds,craft,explore,learn ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2025/01/sugar-closeup.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T133000 DTSTAMP:20260623T033234 CREATED:20251215T154459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T144903Z UID:9773-1771668000-1771680600@shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com SUMMARY:Bread Making Retreat DESCRIPTION:Breadmaking Retreat\n\nSaturday\, February 21st\, 2026\n$25/participant\n10: 00 am – 1:30 pm\nLed by Sr. Cathy Arnold\, OP & Sr. Terri Schell\, OP.\n\nSpend a morning exploring breadmaking as a way of connecting to your roots and searching for meaning in the simple act of baking and sharing bread.\n\nInspired by Meghan Murphy-Gill’s book\, The Sacred Life of Bread\, bakers of all levels and cultural/spiritual backgrounds will bake together\, spend reflective time on the land\, and share the fruits of our food traditions.  Explore how bread connects us to land\, our histories\, and one another. Leave with a deeper appreciation of breadmaking and a loaf you created.\n\nWhat bread holds meaning for you personally or culturally? Consider bringing some to the retreat to share.\n\n\nReturning program: will be similar to our 2025 bread making retreat.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n *participation waiver\n \n \n \nShepherd’s Corner is a non-profit organization providing access and programs focused on care of creation\, connection to earth\, and reflection. An individual’s decision to participate in any activity or program at Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center \nis entirely voluntary. Visitors/participants assume all risks inherent to or associated with his\, her\, or their participation in the activity or event on Shepherd’s Corner’s property. Visitors/participants also take responsibility for their own level of fitness. \nIn signing this waiver\, I\, intending to be legally bound for myself\, my heirs\, executors\, and administrators\, waive\, release and forever discharge any and all rights and claims for damages I have or may have against Shepherd’s Corner or its employees\, for any and all claims and damages\, demands actions whatsoever in any manner\, as a result of my participation in programs\, events\, or visitation. I hereby grant full permission to any and all of the foregoing to use my name and likeness in any broadcast\, telecast\, video or print media reporting or advertising of the event without compensation. This waiver extends and includes the minors in attendance for whom you are responsible. \n  URL:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/event/bread-making-retreat-2026/ LOCATION:Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center\, 987 N Waggoner Road\, Blacklick\, OH\, 43004\, United States CATEGORIES:bread,community,create,food,peaceful,reflect,spirit ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2025/12/SC-bread-2026-e1766003674386.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shepherd's Corner Ecology Center":MAILTO:scecologycenter@oppeace.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T200000 DTSTAMP:20260623T033234 CREATED:20251201T205844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T195846Z UID:9725-1771525800-1771531200@shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com SUMMARY:Book Club: 3 part series DESCRIPTION:Book Club \n6:30 – 8:00 pm\nFebruary 19th; March 19th; April 16th\, 2026\n$15/participant\n \nPlease join us for our new book club. We’re going to spend three meetings talking about Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Kimmerer. We’ll meet three Thursday evenings\, 6:30-8:00\, in the barn and enjoy tea and cookies while we talk.  \nBraiding Sweetgrass is a beautiful reflection on how humanity needs to repair its relationship with the earth by shifting towards an attitude of gratitude\, reciprocity\, and respect. Kimmerer blends scientific knowledge with Indigenous wisdom to share what plants\, and nature can teach us. There are several beautiful metaphors of braiding sweetgrass throughout the book that show the interconnectedness and reciprocity of all life on earth. \nSession 1: We’ll discuss the first section\, “Planting Sweetgrass” \nSession 2: We’ll read sections two and three\, “Tending Sweetgrass” and “Picking Sweetgrass” \nSession 3: We’ll read sections four and five\, “Braiding Sweetgrass” and “Burning Sweetgrass” \nCost: $15 for 3 sessions \n\n \n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n *participation waiver\n \n \n \nShepherd’s Corner is a non-profit organization providing access and programs focused on care of creation\, connection to earth\, and reflection. An individual’s decision to participate in any activity or program at Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center \nis entirely voluntary. Visitors/participants assume all risks inherent to or associated with his\, her\, or their participation in the activity or event on Shepherd’s Corner’s property. Visitors/participants also take responsibility for their own level of fitness. \nIn signing this waiver\, I\, intending to be legally bound for myself\, my heirs\, executors\, and administrators\, waive\, release and forever discharge any and all rights and claims for damages I have or may have against Shepherd’s Corner or its employees\, for any and all claims and damages\, demands actions whatsoever in any manner\, as a result of my participation in programs\, events\, or visitation. I hereby grant full permission to any and all of the foregoing to use my name and likeness in any broadcast\, telecast\, video or print media reporting or advertising of the event without compensation. This waiver extends and includes the minors in attendance for whom you are responsible. \n  URL:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/event/bookclub-braiding/ LOCATION:Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center\, 987 N Waggoner Road\, Blacklick\, OH\, 43004\, United States CATEGORIES:book,community,nature,quiet,reflect,spirit ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2025/12/attachment-44.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shepherd's Corner Ecology Center":MAILTO:scecologycenter@oppeace.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T150000 DTSTAMP:20260623T033234 CREATED:20251215T155219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T165944Z UID:9783-1771236000-1771254000@shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com SUMMARY:Meet the Sheep: President's Day at Shepherd's Corner DESCRIPTION:Meet the Sheep: President’s Day at Shepherd’s Corner\nMonday February 16th\, 2026\n10:00 am – 3:00 pm \nSchool is out! So come spend part of your day with us. Activities for the day will include a scavenger hunt\, meeting the animals\, and see wool from sheep to weaving.  See local wool artist demonstrate their wool working craft. Try your hand at a weaving craft.  Enjoy the meditation trail & labyrinth on this family friendly day. Take a winter walk through the woods at Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center. \nThis day is open to folks of all ages. Children should be accompanied by an adult. We will have carrots for you to feed to the sheep & Maggie Francesca Llama. \nActivities for the day are free however donations are greatly appreciated. URL:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/event/presidents-day-at-shepherds-corner-2026/ LOCATION:Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center\, 987 N Waggoner Road\, Blacklick\, OH\, 43004\, United States CATEGORIES:animals,art,birds,community,craft,explore,learn,nature,quiet,reflect,walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2023/10/PXL_20210709_132050529.PORTRAIT-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T150000 DTSTAMP:20260623T033234 CREATED:20251219T160312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T160319Z UID:9845-1770642000-1770649200@shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com SUMMARY:Elementary: Home School Adventure Days DESCRIPTION:Elementary: Home School Adventure Days\n2nd Monday of the month\n1:00 – 3:00 pm \n$5/student \nProgramming from 1:00 – 3:00 is designed for grades 1-5th grade students (6 years and older). Students older than this are welcome in our middle school program which is held from 9:30 am – 11:30 pm the same day. If you have younger students\, please see our Young Learner Adventure program which takes place on a different rotating day.  While a tagalong outside of this age range is permitted\, the programming will be geared towards the educational needs and interests of 1st – 5th graders. \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n *participation waiver\n \n \n \nShepherd’s Corner is a non-profit organization providing access and programs focused on care of creation\, connection to earth\, and reflection. An individual’s decision to participate in any activity or program at Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center \nis entirely voluntary. Visitors/participants assume all risks inherent to or associated with his\, her\, or their participation in the activity or event on Shepherd’s Corner’s property. Visitors/participants also take responsibility for their own level of fitness. \nIn signing this waiver\, I\, intending to be legally bound for myself\, my heirs\, executors\, and administrators\, waive\, release and forever discharge any and all rights and claims for damages I have or may have against Shepherd’s Corner or its employees\, for any and all claims and damages\, demands actions whatsoever in any manner\, as a result of my participation in programs\, events\, or visitation. I hereby grant full permission to any and all of the foregoing to use my name and likeness in any broadcast\, telecast\, video or print media reporting or advertising of the event without compensation. This waiver extends and includes the minors in attendance for whom you are responsible. \n  URL:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/event/cancelled-elementary-home-school-adventure-days-2/ LOCATION:Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center\, 987 N Waggoner Road\, Blacklick\, OH\, 43004\, United States CATEGORIES:animals,art,birds,community,craft,create,explore,garden,labyrinth,learn,nature,planting,recycle,reflect,walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2023/12/PSX_20210318_103054.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shepherd's Corner Ecology Center":MAILTO:scecologycenter@oppeace.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T113000 DTSTAMP:20260623T033234 CREATED:20251219T161157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T161157Z UID:9860-1770629400-1770636600@shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com SUMMARY:Middle School: Home School Adventure Days DESCRIPTION:2nd Monday of the month\n9:30 – 11:30 am \n$5/student\, up to $15/family \n9:30 – 11:30 am \nThis time slot is for middle school aged homeschoolers. Come learn and explore! Join us for seasonal activities each month. We aim to be outside as much as possible\, so we ask that participants dress for the weather. \n\n \n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n *participation waiver\n \n \n \nShepherd’s Corner is a non-profit organization providing access and programs focused on care of creation\, connection to earth\, and reflection. An individual’s decision to participate in any activity or program at Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center \nis entirely voluntary. Visitors/participants assume all risks inherent to or associated with his\, her\, or their participation in the activity or event on Shepherd’s Corner’s property. Visitors/participants also take responsibility for their own level of fitness. \nIn signing this waiver\, I\, intending to be legally bound for myself\, my heirs\, executors\, and administrators\, waive\, release and forever discharge any and all rights and claims for damages I have or may have against Shepherd’s Corner or its employees\, for any and all claims and damages\, demands actions whatsoever in any manner\, as a result of my participation in programs\, events\, or visitation. I hereby grant full permission to any and all of the foregoing to use my name and likeness in any broadcast\, telecast\, video or print media reporting or advertising of the event without compensation. This waiver extends and includes the minors in attendance for whom you are responsible. \n  URL:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/event/middle-school-home-school-adventure-days-18/ LOCATION:Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center\, 987 N Waggoner Road\, Blacklick\, OH\, 43004\, United States CATEGORIES:animals,art,birds,community,craft,create,explore,garden,labyrinth,learn,nature,planting,recycle,reflect,walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2023/12/PSX_20210318_103054.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shepherd's Corner Ecology Center":MAILTO:scecologycenter@oppeace.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T140000 DTSTAMP:20260623T033234 CREATED:20260128T152651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T153202Z UID:10134-1770372000-1770386400@shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com SUMMARY:FaithLands 2026 DESCRIPTION:FaithLands 2026\nFebruary 6th\n10:00 am – 2:00 pm \nFaith-based communities currently engaged in farming/food production or ecological restoration initiatives are invited to a networking gathering on February 6th to (re)connect\, explore pragmatic synergies and potential for a community of support. \nThe meeting will be held at Shepherd’s Corner and lunch will be provided. \nRSVP by February 2nd \nLunch will be provided by Shepherds Corner and Seminary Hill Farm. \nContact Laura Ann Bergman\, Seminary Hill Farm at lbergman@mtso.edu for additional information. \n  \n\n \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n *participation waiver\n \n \n \nShepherd’s Corner is a non-profit organization providing access and programs focused on care of creation\, connection to earth\, and reflection. An individual’s decision to participate in any activity or program at Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center \nis entirely voluntary. Visitors/participants assume all risks inherent to or associated with his\, her\, or their participation in the activity or event on Shepherd’s Corner’s property. Visitors/participants also take responsibility for their own level of fitness. \nIn signing this waiver\, I\, intending to be legally bound for myself\, my heirs\, executors\, and administrators\, waive\, release and forever discharge any and all rights and claims for damages I have or may have against Shepherd’s Corner or its employees\, for any and all claims and damages\, demands actions whatsoever in any manner\, as a result of my participation in programs\, events\, or visitation. I hereby grant full permission to any and all of the foregoing to use my name and likeness in any broadcast\, telecast\, video or print media reporting or advertising of the event without compensation. This waiver extends and includes the minors in attendance for whom you are responsible. \n  URL:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/event/faithlands-2026/ LOCATION:Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center\, 987 N Waggoner Road\, Blacklick\, OH\, 43004\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2026/01/FaithLands-February-6-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T143000 DTSTAMP:20260623T033234 CREATED:20251118T170602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T160908Z UID:9671-1770037200-1770042600@shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com SUMMARY:Mini watercolor valentines DESCRIPTION:Mini Watercolor Valentines \nFebruary 2nd\, 2026\,  1:00 – 2:30 pm\n$15/participant\nClass is open to teens and adults\n10 participants maximum \nLed by Donna Nesbit \nNo prior skill with watercolors required.  Turn your mini paintings into a Valentine card for a loved one.  Bring watercolors or watercolor pencils and a small brush.  Paper and card stock will be supplied.  \n  \n\n \n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n *participation waiver\n \n \n \nShepherd’s Corner is a non-profit organization providing access and programs focused on care of creation\, connection to earth\, and reflection. An individual’s decision to participate in any activity or program at Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center \nis entirely voluntary. Visitors/participants assume all risks inherent to or associated with his\, her\, or their participation in the activity or event on Shepherd’s Corner’s property. Visitors/participants also take responsibility for their own level of fitness. \nIn signing this waiver\, I\, intending to be legally bound for myself\, my heirs\, executors\, and administrators\, waive\, release and forever discharge any and all rights and claims for damages I have or may have against Shepherd’s Corner or its employees\, for any and all claims and damages\, demands actions whatsoever in any manner\, as a result of my participation in programs\, events\, or visitation. I hereby grant full permission to any and all of the foregoing to use my name and likeness in any broadcast\, telecast\, video or print media reporting or advertising of the event without compensation. This waiver extends and includes the minors in attendance for whom you are responsible. \n  URL:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/event/mini-watercolor-valentines/ LOCATION:Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center\, 987 N Waggoner Road\, Blacklick\, OH\, 43004\, United States CATEGORIES:animals,art,birds,community,craft,create,explore,intentional movement,nature,peaceful,quiet,reflect,sketching ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2025/11/valentines.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shepherd's Corner Ecology Center":MAILTO:scecologycenter@oppeace.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T140000 DTSTAMP:20260623T033234 CREATED:20251209T170129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T180314Z UID:9750-1769432400-1769436000@shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com SUMMARY:Cancelled: Nature for Everyone: Inclusive Learning DESCRIPTION:Nature for Everyone \n4th Monday of the month\n1:00 – 2:00 pm\n$5/learner \n  \nAre you interested in our homeschool programming but concerned that your students’ needs might make participation in group activities challenging? Then consider joining us for our new program\, Nature for Everyone.  \nInclusive center-based learning themed on seasonal nature activities. This program takes place in our barn and the grounds immediately surrounding it. Some of the centers will be outdoors as the weather allows.  \nThe barn itself and the bathrooms are accessible. Families can walk the trail after the program. Please note that the surface of the trails is uneven and unimproved. Open to all ages. Neurotypical siblings are welcome as well. \n\n \n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n *participation waiver\n \n \n \nShepherd’s Corner is a non-profit organization providing access and programs focused on care of creation\, connection to earth\, and reflection. An individual’s decision to participate in any activity or program at Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center \nis entirely voluntary. Visitors/participants assume all risks inherent to or associated with his\, her\, or their participation in the activity or event on Shepherd’s Corner’s property. Visitors/participants also take responsibility for their own level of fitness. \nIn signing this waiver\, I\, intending to be legally bound for myself\, my heirs\, executors\, and administrators\, waive\, release and forever discharge any and all rights and claims for damages I have or may have against Shepherd’s Corner or its employees\, for any and all claims and damages\, demands actions whatsoever in any manner\, as a result of my participation in programs\, events\, or visitation. I hereby grant full permission to any and all of the foregoing to use my name and likeness in any broadcast\, telecast\, video or print media reporting or advertising of the event without compensation. This waiver extends and includes the minors in attendance for whom you are responsible. \n  URL:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/event/nature-for-everyone-inclusive-learning-5/ LOCATION:Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center\, 987 N Waggoner Road\, Blacklick\, OH\, 43004\, United States CATEGORIES:animals,birds,craft,create,explore,learn,nature ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2025/10/ShepherdsFest-5.png ORGANIZER;CN="Shepherd's Corner Ecology Center":MAILTO:scecologycenter@oppeace.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T110000 DTSTAMP:20260623T033234 CREATED:20251209T170454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T180307Z UID:9751-1769421600-1769425200@shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com SUMMARY:Cancelled: Early Learners Adventures DESCRIPTION:4th Monday of the month\n10:00 am – 11:00 am\n$5/learner (up to $15/family) \n  \nEarly Learners Adventures is for ages 3\, 4\, 5\, 6-year-olds. This group will have similar seasonal activities as our other homeschool groups however\, it will be designed to meet the developmental needs and interests of younger students. You will notice that this program lasts for an hour instead of two. After the planned programming is finished you and your family are welcome to explore the grounds for another hour. As with other groups\, we will spend time outside and may get messy. Our goal is to appreciate the natural world and enjoy simple seasonal activities. \n\n \n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n *participation waiver\n \n \n \nShepherd’s Corner is a non-profit organization providing access and programs focused on care of creation\, connection to earth\, and reflection. An individual’s decision to participate in any activity or program at Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center \nis entirely voluntary. Visitors/participants assume all risks inherent to or associated with his\, her\, or their participation in the activity or event on Shepherd’s Corner’s property. Visitors/participants also take responsibility for their own level of fitness. \nIn signing this waiver\, I\, intending to be legally bound for myself\, my heirs\, executors\, and administrators\, waive\, release and forever discharge any and all rights and claims for damages I have or may have against Shepherd’s Corner or its employees\, for any and all claims and damages\, demands actions whatsoever in any manner\, as a result of my participation in programs\, events\, or visitation. I hereby grant full permission to any and all of the foregoing to use my name and likeness in any broadcast\, telecast\, video or print media reporting or advertising of the event without compensation. This waiver extends and includes the minors in attendance for whom you are responsible. \n  URL:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/event/early-learners-adventures-11/ LOCATION:Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center\, 987 N Waggoner Road\, Blacklick\, OH\, 43004\, United States CATEGORIES:animals,art,birds,craft,explore,learn ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2025/01/sugar-closeup.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260119 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260120 DTSTAMP:20260623T033234 CREATED:20260116T205827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T205827Z UID:10036-1768780800-1768867199@shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com SUMMARY:Closed to the public DESCRIPTION:We are closed to the public this Monday. URL:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/event/closed-to-the-public-13/ LOCATION:Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center\, 987 N Waggoner Road\, Blacklick\, OH\, 43004\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T150000 DTSTAMP:20260623T033234 CREATED:20251219T160236Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T205313Z UID:9844-1768222800-1768230000@shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com SUMMARY:Elementary: Home School Adventure Days DESCRIPTION:Elementary: Home School Adventure Days\n\n2nd Monday of the month\n1:00 – 3:00 pm \n$5/student \nProgramming from 1:00 – 3:00 is designed for grades 1-5th grade students (6 years and older). Students older than this are welcome in our middle school program which is held from 9:30 am – 11:30 pm the same day. If you have younger students\, please see our Young Learner Adventure program which takes place on a different rotating day.  While a tagalong outside of this age range is permitted\, the programming will be geared towards the educational needs and interests of 1st – 5th graders. \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n *participation waiver\n \n \n \nShepherd’s Corner is a non-profit organization providing access and programs focused on care of creation\, connection to earth\, and reflection. An individual’s decision to participate in any activity or program at Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center \nis entirely voluntary. Visitors/participants assume all risks inherent to or associated with his\, her\, or their participation in the activity or event on Shepherd’s Corner’s property. Visitors/participants also take responsibility for their own level of fitness. \nIn signing this waiver\, I\, intending to be legally bound for myself\, my heirs\, executors\, and administrators\, waive\, release and forever discharge any and all rights and claims for damages I have or may have against Shepherd’s Corner or its employees\, for any and all claims and damages\, demands actions whatsoever in any manner\, as a result of my participation in programs\, events\, or visitation. I hereby grant full permission to any and all of the foregoing to use my name and likeness in any broadcast\, telecast\, video or print media reporting or advertising of the event without compensation. This waiver extends and includes the minors in attendance for whom you are responsible. \n  URL:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/event/cancelled-elementary-home-school-adventure-days-jan26/ LOCATION:Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center\, 987 N Waggoner Road\, Blacklick\, OH\, 43004\, United States CATEGORIES:animals,art,birds,community,craft,create,explore,garden,labyrinth,learn,nature,planting,recycle,reflect,walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2023/12/PSX_20210318_103054.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shepherd's Corner Ecology Center":MAILTO:scecologycenter@oppeace.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T113000 DTSTAMP:20260623T033234 CREATED:20251219T161144Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T161144Z UID:9857-1768210200-1768217400@shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com SUMMARY:Middle School: Home School Adventure Days DESCRIPTION:2nd Monday of the month\n9:30 – 11:30 am \n$5/student\, up to $15/family \n9:30 – 11:30 am \nThis time slot is for middle school aged homeschoolers. Come learn and explore! Join us for seasonal activities each month. We aim to be outside as much as possible\, so we ask that participants dress for the weather. \n\n \n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n *participation waiver\n \n \n \nShepherd’s Corner is a non-profit organization providing access and programs focused on care of creation\, connection to earth\, and reflection. An individual’s decision to participate in any activity or program at Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center \nis entirely voluntary. Visitors/participants assume all risks inherent to or associated with his\, her\, or their participation in the activity or event on Shepherd’s Corner’s property. Visitors/participants also take responsibility for their own level of fitness. \nIn signing this waiver\, I\, intending to be legally bound for myself\, my heirs\, executors\, and administrators\, waive\, release and forever discharge any and all rights and claims for damages I have or may have against Shepherd’s Corner or its employees\, for any and all claims and damages\, demands actions whatsoever in any manner\, as a result of my participation in programs\, events\, or visitation. I hereby grant full permission to any and all of the foregoing to use my name and likeness in any broadcast\, telecast\, video or print media reporting or advertising of the event without compensation. This waiver extends and includes the minors in attendance for whom you are responsible. \n  URL:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/event/middle-school-home-school-adventure-days-17/ LOCATION:Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center\, 987 N Waggoner Road\, Blacklick\, OH\, 43004\, United States CATEGORIES:animals,art,birds,community,craft,create,explore,garden,labyrinth,learn,nature,planting,recycle,reflect,walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2023/12/PSX_20210318_103054.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shepherd's Corner Ecology Center":MAILTO:scecologycenter@oppeace.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T120000 DTSTAMP:20260623T033234 CREATED:20251215T154132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T134313Z UID:9779-1768039200-1768046400@shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com SUMMARY:Walk For Peace: January Labyrinth Walk DESCRIPTION:Walk For Peace: January Labyrinth Walk \nSaturday\, January 10th\, 2026\, 10:00 am – Noon\nSuggested Donation: $5\nFacilitated by John Seryak\, Shepherd’s Corner’s Labyrinth Keeper \nLabyrinth walks are times for quiet reflection. Due to their nature\, silent walking is encouraged. Our labyrinth is located on Wengert Road\, at the second drive to the right. Please wear comfortable shoes. Everyone is welcome! No previous meditation experience or experience walking labyrinths is required. \nLearn more about labyrinths! Here’s a video and here’s another to learn more! \nRegistration\, which is required\, closes three business days prior to the program or when capacity is reached. We ask that program participants pay for the program at the time of registration. Payment can be made using the secure form on this page. You may also pay by check or cash if you prefer. Please register by calling (614) 866-4302\, emailing\, or via this form\, \n  \n\n \n\n\n\n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n *participation waiver\n \n \n \nShepherd’s Corner is a non-profit organization providing access and programs focused on care of creation\, connection to earth\, and reflection. An individual’s decision to participate in any activity or program at Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center \nis entirely voluntary. Visitors/participants assume all risks inherent to or associated with his\, her\, or their participation in the activity or event on Shepherd’s Corner’s property. Visitors/participants also take responsibility for their own level of fitness. \nIn signing this waiver\, I\, intending to be legally bound for myself\, my heirs\, executors\, and administrators\, waive\, release and forever discharge any and all rights and claims for damages I have or may have against Shepherd’s Corner or its employees\, for any and all claims and damages\, demands actions whatsoever in any manner\, as a result of my participation in programs\, events\, or visitation. I hereby grant full permission to any and all of the foregoing to use my name and likeness in any broadcast\, telecast\, video or print media reporting or advertising of the event without compensation. This waiver extends and includes the minors in attendance for whom you are responsible. \n  \n\n \n \n \nShepherd’s Corner Ecology Center is an outreach of The Dominican Sisters of Peace. URL:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/event/walkforpeace/ LOCATION:Wengert Road Labyrinth\, Wengert Road\, Blacklick\, OH\, 43229\, United States CATEGORIES:community,labyrinth,peaceful,quiet,reflect,spirit,walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2023/10/laby-entrance-horizontal-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shepherd's Corner Ecology Center":MAILTO:scecologycenter@oppeace.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260105 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260106 DTSTAMP:20260623T033234 CREATED:20251103T171321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T171321Z UID:9653-1767571200-1767657599@shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com SUMMARY:Closed to the public DESCRIPTION:We are closed to the public this Monday. URL:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/event/closed-to-the-public-10/ LOCATION:Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center\, 987 N Waggoner Road\, Blacklick\, OH\, 43004\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251229 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251230 DTSTAMP:20260623T033234 CREATED:20251103T171222Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T171222Z UID:9651-1766966400-1767052799@shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com SUMMARY:Closed to the public DESCRIPTION:We are closed to the public this Monday. URL:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/event/closed-to-the-public-9/ LOCATION:Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center\, 987 N Waggoner Road\, Blacklick\, OH\, 43004\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T183000 DTSTAMP:20260623T033234 CREATED:20250813T184221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T154819Z UID:9532-1766250000-1766255400@shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com SUMMARY:Winter Solstice: December Labyrinth Walk DESCRIPTION:ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSED: PLEASE CALL TO REGISTER (614) 866-4302\nWalk will be held at St Catherine labyrinth\, located at our Barn.\n———————————————– \nWinter Solstice: December Labyrinth Walk\nSaturday December 20th\, 2026\, 5:00 – 6:30 pm\nSuggested Donation: $5\nFacilitated by Sr. Terri Schell \n\nCelebrate the coming of the light and honor the darkness guided by luminaries on the longest night of the year. Step away from the hectic pace to explore and connect with deeper meanings found within you\, various cultures\, and the skies.\nThis indoor/outdoor labyrinth walk will begin and end at the barn\, using the St. Catherine Labyrinth\, as weather allows. Warm up in the barn with conversation\, hot drinks\, and solstice-themed treats.\n\n\nLabyrinth walks are times for quiet reflection. Due to their nature\, silent walking is encouraged. Our labyrinth is located on Wengert Road\, at the second drive to the right. Please wear comfortable shoes. Everyone is welcome! No previous meditation experience or experience walking labyrinths is required. \n\n\n\nLearn more about labyrinths! Here’s a video and here’s another to learn more! \nRegistration\, which is required\, closes three business days prior to the program or when capacity is reached. We ask that program participants pay for the program at the time of registration. Payment can be made using the secure form on this page. You may also pay by check or cash if you prefer. Please register by calling (614) 866-4302\, emailing\, or via this form\, \n  \nShepherd’s Corner Ecology Center is an outreach of The Dominican Sisters of Peace. \n\n\n\n\n  \n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n *participation waiver\n \n \n \nShepherd’s Corner is a non-profit organization providing access and programs focused on care of creation\, connection to earth\, and reflection. An individual’s decision to participate in any activity or program at Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center \nis entirely voluntary. Visitors/participants assume all risks inherent to or associated with his\, her\, or their participation in the activity or event on Shepherd’s Corner’s property. Visitors/participants also take responsibility for their own level of fitness. \nIn signing this waiver\, I\, intending to be legally bound for myself\, my heirs\, executors\, and administrators\, waive\, release and forever discharge any and all rights and claims for damages I have or may have against Shepherd’s Corner or its employees\, for any and all claims and damages\, demands actions whatsoever in any manner\, as a result of my participation in programs\, events\, or visitation. I hereby grant full permission to any and all of the foregoing to use my name and likeness in any broadcast\, telecast\, video or print media reporting or advertising of the event without compensation. This waiver extends and includes the minors in attendance for whom you are responsible. \n  URL:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/event/winter-solstice-2025/ LOCATION:Wengert Road Labyrinth\, Wengert Road\, Blacklick\, OH\, 43229\, United States CATEGORIES:labyrinth,peaceful,quiet,reflect,walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2023/10/laby-entrance-horizontal-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T150000 DTSTAMP:20260623T033234 CREATED:20251219T160344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T160357Z UID:9846-1765976400-1765983600@shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com SUMMARY:Elementary: Home School Adventure Days DESCRIPTION:Elementary: Home School Adventure Days\n2nd Monday of the month\n1:00 – 3:00 pm \n$5/student \nProgramming from 1:00 – 3:00 is designed for grades 1-5th grade students (6 years and older). Students older than this are welcome in our middle school program which is held from 9:30 am – 11:30 pm the same day. If you have younger students\, please see our Young Learner Adventure program which takes place on a different rotating day.  While a tagalong outside of this age range is permitted\, the programming will be geared towards the educational needs and interests of 1st – 5th graders. \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n *participation waiver\n \n \n \nShepherd’s Corner is a non-profit organization providing access and programs focused on care of creation\, connection to earth\, and reflection. An individual’s decision to participate in any activity or program at Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center \nis entirely voluntary. Visitors/participants assume all risks inherent to or associated with his\, her\, or their participation in the activity or event on Shepherd’s Corner’s property. Visitors/participants also take responsibility for their own level of fitness. \nIn signing this waiver\, I\, intending to be legally bound for myself\, my heirs\, executors\, and administrators\, waive\, release and forever discharge any and all rights and claims for damages I have or may have against Shepherd’s Corner or its employees\, for any and all claims and damages\, demands actions whatsoever in any manner\, as a result of my participation in programs\, events\, or visitation. I hereby grant full permission to any and all of the foregoing to use my name and likeness in any broadcast\, telecast\, video or print media reporting or advertising of the event without compensation. This waiver extends and includes the minors in attendance for whom you are responsible. \n  URL:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/event/elementary-home-school-adventure-days-15/ LOCATION:Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center\, 987 N Waggoner Road\, Blacklick\, OH\, 43004\, United States CATEGORIES:animals,art,birds,community,craft,create,explore,garden,labyrinth,learn,nature,planting,recycle,reflect,walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2023/12/PSX_20210318_103054.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shepherd's Corner Ecology Center":MAILTO:scecologycenter@oppeace.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T150000 DTSTAMP:20260623T033234 CREATED:20250918T194411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T200918Z UID:9581-1765976400-1765983600@shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com SUMMARY:Cancelled: Elementary: Home School Adventure Days DESCRIPTION:December’s Elementary Aged Home School program\, scheduled for December 17th has been cancelled due to no registrations!\n\n\nSee you in January for our monthly elementary aged homeschool (January 21st!).\n———————————–\n\nElementary: Home School Adventure Days\n3rd Wednesday of the month\n1:00 – 3:00 pm \n$5/student \nProgramming from 1:00 – 3:00 is designed for grades 1-5th grade students (6 years and older). Students older than this are welcome in our middle school program which is held from 9:30 am – 11:30 pm the same day. If you have younger students\, please see our Young Learner Adventure program which takes place on a different rotating day.  While a tagalong outside of this age range is permitted\, the programming will be geared towards the educational needs and interests of 1st – 5th graders. \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n *participation waiver\n \n \n \nShepherd’s Corner is a non-profit organization providing access and programs focused on care of creation\, connection to earth\, and reflection. An individual’s decision to participate in any activity or program at Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center \nis entirely voluntary. Visitors/participants assume all risks inherent to or associated with his\, her\, or their participation in the activity or event on Shepherd’s Corner’s property. Visitors/participants also take responsibility for their own level of fitness. \nIn signing this waiver\, I\, intending to be legally bound for myself\, my heirs\, executors\, and administrators\, waive\, release and forever discharge any and all rights and claims for damages I have or may have against Shepherd’s Corner or its employees\, for any and all claims and damages\, demands actions whatsoever in any manner\, as a result of my participation in programs\, events\, or visitation. I hereby grant full permission to any and all of the foregoing to use my name and likeness in any broadcast\, telecast\, video or print media reporting or advertising of the event without compensation. This waiver extends and includes the minors in attendance for whom you are responsible. \n  URL:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/event/elementary-home-school-adventure-days-14/ LOCATION:Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center\, 987 N Waggoner Road\, Blacklick\, OH\, 43004\, United States CATEGORIES:animals,art,birds,community,craft,create,explore,garden,labyrinth,learn,nature,planting,recycle,reflect,walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2023/12/PSX_20210318_103054.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shepherd's Corner Ecology Center":MAILTO:scecologycenter@oppeace.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T113000 DTSTAMP:20260623T033234 CREATED:20250918T194400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T134619Z UID:9582-1765963800-1765971000@shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com SUMMARY:Middle School: Home School Adventure Days DESCRIPTION:3rd Wednesday of the month\n9:30 – 11:30 am \n$5/student\, up to $15/family \n9:30 – 11:30 am \nThis time slot is for middle school aged homeschoolers. Come learn and explore! Join us for seasonal activities each month. We aim to be outside as much as possible\, so we ask that participants dress for the weather. \n\n \n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n *participation waiver\n \n \n \nShepherd’s Corner is a non-profit organization providing access and programs focused on care of creation\, connection to earth\, and reflection. An individual’s decision to participate in any activity or program at Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center \nis entirely voluntary. Visitors/participants assume all risks inherent to or associated with his\, her\, or their participation in the activity or event on Shepherd’s Corner’s property. Visitors/participants also take responsibility for their own level of fitness. \nIn signing this waiver\, I\, intending to be legally bound for myself\, my heirs\, executors\, and administrators\, waive\, release and forever discharge any and all rights and claims for damages I have or may have against Shepherd’s Corner or its employees\, for any and all claims and damages\, demands actions whatsoever in any manner\, as a result of my participation in programs\, events\, or visitation. I hereby grant full permission to any and all of the foregoing to use my name and likeness in any broadcast\, telecast\, video or print media reporting or advertising of the event without compensation. This waiver extends and includes the minors in attendance for whom you are responsible. \n  URL:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/event/middle-school-home-school-adventure-days-16/ LOCATION:Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center\, 987 N Waggoner Road\, Blacklick\, OH\, 43004\, United States CATEGORIES:animals,art,birds,community,craft,create,explore,garden,labyrinth,learn,nature,planting,recycle,reflect,walking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2023/12/PSX_20210318_103054.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shepherd's Corner Ecology Center":MAILTO:scecologycenter@oppeace.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T150000 DTSTAMP:20260623T033234 CREATED:20250911T150231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T162647Z UID:9551-1765886400-1765897200@shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com SUMMARY:Low Key Just Joy Day DESCRIPTION:Take a walk on the meditation trail. Spend time in the woods\, finding things that bring you joy as 2025 is nearing its end. Visit our St. Catherine Labyrinth and find some calm peacefulness in the meditation of the walk. \nLast minute shop some of our Shepherd’s Corner crafts. \nEnjoy a cup of hot tea or coffee on our patio. \nMaybe even spend some time petting and feeding our flock of sheep & Maggie the Llama. URL:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/event/low-key-just-joy-day/ LOCATION:OH ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2025/01/attachment-6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T150000 DTSTAMP:20260623T033234 CREATED:20251023T133415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T161524Z UID:9620-1765792800-1765810800@shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com SUMMARY:Open to visitors DESCRIPTION:Mondays: ongoing\n10:00 am – 3:00 pm. \nWe invite you to spend time at Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center. Come walk our meditation trail and the outdoor labyrinths. We do ask that all visitors check in at the office upon their arrival. We will be closed in the event of inclement weather. If you are considering visiting\, we ask that you contact us either by calling (614) 866-4302 or by emailing and letting us know. Visitors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. \nIf there are Mondays where we will be closed\, these will be noted on the calendar & on Facebook. There will also be occasions where we are open other days which we will note on our calendar & on Facebook. \nWhen coming to visit please stop by the barn and let us know you’re here for a visit. We ask a $2 donation per person donation. (We’re continually collecting items to be donate to local food pantries\, so you are always welcome to bring shelf stable items! Collecting for care kits: full-size gender-neutral shampoo\, bodywash\, body lotion\, toothpaste\, adult toothbrushes\, deodorants\, menstrual supply products.) URL:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/event/open-to-visitors-39/ LOCATION:Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center\, 987 N Waggoner Road\, Blacklick\, OH\, 43004\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2023/10/PXL_20210709_132050529.PORTRAIT-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Shepherd's Corner Ecology Center":MAILTO:scecologycenter@oppeace.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T140000 DTSTAMP:20260623T033234 CREATED:20251003T175350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T134607Z UID:9599-1765371600-1765375200@shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com SUMMARY:Nature for Everyone: Inclusive Learning DESCRIPTION:Nature for Everyone \nDecember 10th\n1:00 – 2:00 pm\n$5/learner \n  \nAre you interested in our homeschool programming but concerned that your students’ needs might make participation in group activities challenging? Then consider joining us for our new program\, Nature for Everyone.  \nInclusive center-based learning themed on seasonal nature activities. This program takes place in our barn and the grounds immediately surrounding it. Some of the centers will be outdoors as the weather allows.  \nThe barn itself and the bathrooms are accessible. Families can walk the trail after the program. Please note that the surface of the trails is uneven and unimproved. Open to all ages. Neurotypical siblings are welcome as well. \n\n \n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n *participation waiver\n \n \n \nShepherd’s Corner is a non-profit organization providing access and programs focused on care of creation\, connection to earth\, and reflection. An individual’s decision to participate in any activity or program at Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center \nis entirely voluntary. Visitors/participants assume all risks inherent to or associated with his\, her\, or their participation in the activity or event on Shepherd’s Corner’s property. Visitors/participants also take responsibility for their own level of fitness. \nIn signing this waiver\, I\, intending to be legally bound for myself\, my heirs\, executors\, and administrators\, waive\, release and forever discharge any and all rights and claims for damages I have or may have against Shepherd’s Corner or its employees\, for any and all claims and damages\, demands actions whatsoever in any manner\, as a result of my participation in programs\, events\, or visitation. I hereby grant full permission to any and all of the foregoing to use my name and likeness in any broadcast\, telecast\, video or print media reporting or advertising of the event without compensation. This waiver extends and includes the minors in attendance for whom you are responsible. \n  URL:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/event/nature-for-everyone-inclusive-learning-4/ LOCATION:Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center\, 987 N Waggoner Road\, Blacklick\, OH\, 43004\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2025/10/ShepherdsFest-5.png ORGANIZER;CN="Shepherd's Corner Ecology Center":MAILTO:scecologycenter@oppeace.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T110000 DTSTAMP:20260623T033234 CREATED:20250918T194000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T134545Z UID:9579-1765360800-1765364400@shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com SUMMARY:Early Learners Adventures DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, September 24th\n10:00 am – 11:00 am\n$5/learner (up to $15/family) \n  \nEarly Learners Adventures is for ages 3\, 4\, 5\, 6-year-olds. This group will have similar seasonal activities as our other homeschool groups however\, it will be designed to meet the developmental needs and interests of younger students. You will notice that this program lasts for an hour instead of two. After the planned programming is finished you and your family are welcome to explore the grounds for another hour. As with other groups\, we will spend time outside and may get messy. Our goal is to appreciate the natural world and enjoy simple seasonal activities. \n\n \n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n *participation waiver\n \n \n \nShepherd’s Corner is a non-profit organization providing access and programs focused on care of creation\, connection to earth\, and reflection. An individual’s decision to participate in any activity or program at Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center \nis entirely voluntary. Visitors/participants assume all risks inherent to or associated with his\, her\, or their participation in the activity or event on Shepherd’s Corner’s property. Visitors/participants also take responsibility for their own level of fitness. \nIn signing this waiver\, I\, intending to be legally bound for myself\, my heirs\, executors\, and administrators\, waive\, release and forever discharge any and all rights and claims for damages I have or may have against Shepherd’s Corner or its employees\, for any and all claims and damages\, demands actions whatsoever in any manner\, as a result of my participation in programs\, events\, or visitation. I hereby grant full permission to any and all of the foregoing to use my name and likeness in any broadcast\, telecast\, video or print media reporting or advertising of the event without compensation. This waiver extends and includes the minors in attendance for whom you are responsible. \n  URL:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/event/early-learners-adventures-12/ LOCATION:Shepherd’s Corner Ecology Center\, 987 N Waggoner Road\, Blacklick\, OH\, 43004\, United States CATEGORIES:animals,art,birds,craft,explore,learn ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shepherdscorner-org.forefrontsites.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/20/2025/01/sugar-closeup.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR