CUHSA, Chattahoochee Unity of the Herb Society of America-about us

Barbara Greer	Deidre Nehrenz	Susan Bailey	Barb Crane

President	Vice-President	Treasurer	Secretary
`Barbara became hooked on herbs when she visited Old Sturbridge Village, in Massachusetts, New England and saw their herb garden. She was fascinated by the traditions and beauty of the herbs.` `She is a renowned harpist and still enjoys playing. Her favorite animals are cats. One notices this by observing her assortment of cat pins and pendants she always wears.` `Her favorite herb is lemon thyme which she loves to cook with all the time.` `She both plants her herbs in a ground garden and in containers.` `She loves to cross stitch. Contact: 770.948.8912`	`Deidre has been living in Georgia since 1982. She has been a member since 2000, the same year she finished her Master Gardner Training. She learned to enjoy gardening by watching her family garden. Her Grandfather always had a vegetable garden, while her Mother, Great Aunt and Aunt had the herb gardens. Deidre drives 100+ miles to Atlanta for meetings because she enjoys the friendships of the members and has a wonderful time learning about herbs. Deidre lives in Dalton.` Contact: Deidre	A lawyer Susan has practiced in Decatur, Georgia for 25 years. Her favorite herb is rosemary and her favorite use for herbs is making fresh Holiday wreaths with magnolia leaves, dried plants and fresh herbs. Her favorite hobby other than gardening, is reading history and biographies of women who were ahead of their time. Her favorite group of people, other than CUHSA; "Weight Watchers" and her husband. Her favorite charity is "Youth Pride in Decatur", offering support to gay, lesbian, bisexual, and questioning youth ages 13 to 24. Contact:Susan	Barb grew up with herb gardening, as the tradition has been passed down from her grandmother, 94 year old great aunt and her mom. Barb's specific interest is in medicinal herbs, and she uses herbal supplements towards a healthy life style. Her favorite herb is mint. She is an avid gardener, and plants herbs in and around her flower gardens. Her other hobbies include weaving, beer homebrewing and reading. She has three cats and six sisters and brothers. Barb is a Forester and works for the USDA Forest Service. Her job entails lots of travel around the southeast, working in conservation and restoration of endangered tree species. Contact: Barb . Southeastern District Rpresentative is Debbie Boutelier, Phone; 334-365-7806. . Contact:District Representative

		Committee Chairs
Membership	Rita Bissell	Rita grew up in Cleveland, Ohio but has lived in Smyrna Georgia for 40 years. She grows herbs mostly in containers on her back deck because that's where the sun shines. She loves to cook, especially game, which her husband provides and uses her herbs to achieve the proper taste. Member of CUHSA since 1989. Contact: Rita at Bissell3570@charter.net. Phone:770-435-5784.
Programs	Joyce Cotter	Joyce has held all offices in CUHSA and is still very active with committees. She is a charter member of CUHSA, a 26 year member of HSA and a designated Master Craftsman in Herbalism. She speaks to groups on many facets and uses of herbs.She especially enjoys growing lavender for fragrance, culinary and landscape uses. Contact:Conet66t@earthlink.net, Phone: 404.636.2577.
Publicity	Tracy Minjauw	Tracy's earliest gardening memories come from her grandfather's backyard garden spot. Her favorite thing about herbs is how they awaken the sensory sensations: touch, taste, smell, and sight each spring, summer, fall and even winter, bringing such delight. Her husband Jacques is as passionate about herbs as she is. Contact; tracyminjauw@comcast.net. Phone; 770.726.9149.
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