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Herbal Basics 1-3, Full Day Class 8/2/21
Aug
2
9:00 AM09:00

Herbal Basics 1-3, Full Day Class 8/2/21

Join north fork herbalist April Alexander and “farmden”er Nicole Orens-Williams for a full day herbal intensive in the medicinal herb garden featuring all three classes in the Herbal Basics series. At the end of this very full day, participants will know how to harvest, dry, process, and store their home-grown herbs, make them into herbal “simples” such as tinctures and oils, and use the simples to formulate herbal remedies such as teas, syrups, salves, and more! This class is perfect for anyone ready to get going with herbs and wanting to jump-start his or her own home apothecary.

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Herbal Basics 2--Preserving Through Tinctures, Infused Oils, Glycerites
Jul
26
11:00 AM11:00

Herbal Basics 2--Preserving Through Tinctures, Infused Oils, Glycerites

Got herbs growing but not sure what to do with them? Thinking about making your own remedies, but need to get started? Join north fork herbalist April Alexander and “farmden”er Nicole Orens-Williams for Part 2 of this three-week series. This week they will cover “simples” from top to bottom--reviewing best practices for preserving herbs through simple infusions and tinctures. Topics covered will include: infused oils, tinctures, glycerites, herbal vinegars, and herbal honeys.

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Herbal Basics 1 workshop--Harvesting, Drying, & Storing Herbs
Jul
12
11:00 AM11:00

Herbal Basics 1 workshop--Harvesting, Drying, & Storing Herbs

Join north fork herbalist April Alexander and “farmden”er Nicole Orens-Williams for Part 1 of this three-week series.  This week they will start at the beginning and review best practices for harvesting, drying, and storing your herbal bounty. Topics covered include: how and when to harvest different parts of herbs (such as leaves, flowers, and roots); using fresh herbs vs. dried herbs; the pros and cons of various types of drying; processing and long term storage. 

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Herbal Basics 1-3, Full Day Class
Jun
28
9:00 AM09:00

Herbal Basics 1-3, Full Day Class

Join north fork herbalist April Alexander and “farmden”er Nicole Orens-Williams for a full day herbal intensive in the medicinal herb garden featuring all three classes in the Herbal Basics series. At the end of this very full day, participants will know how to harvest, dry, process, and store their home-grown herbs, make them into herbal “simples” such as tinctures and oils, and use the simples to formulate herbal remedies such as teas, syrups, salves, and more! This class is perfect for anyone ready to get going with herbs and wanting to jump-start his or her own home apothecary.

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DIY Garden Arch & Trellis Workshop
May
1
10:00 AM10:00

DIY Garden Arch & Trellis Workshop

Every garden needs vertical growing spaces. A trellis or arch is a must have for pole beans and peas, and greatly increases yields of climbers like cucumbers, melons, or squashes. Let jack-of-all-trades (and master of quite a few!) Tom Williams guide you through the process of fabricating your own zip-tied rebar and wire garden arch and cucumber trellis…

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Gentle Herbs for Babes and Kids
Aug
6
4:00 PM16:00

Gentle Herbs for Babes and Kids

Join north fork herbalist April Alexander and “farmden”er Nicole Orens-Williams for a workshop near and dear to our hearts. As two moms who don’t always make “mainstream” choices, we’re constantly learning! Today, we’ll share some of the home remedies we’ve come to rely upon over the years to keep our families healthy. These herb-based preparations are simple to make…

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Herbal Basics 3--Making Simple Remedies: Teas, Salves, Poultices, & More
Jul
20
1:30 PM13:30

Herbal Basics 3--Making Simple Remedies: Teas, Salves, Poultices, & More

Made some tinctures or oils and not sure how to use them? Ready for the next step in using herbs to treat illness and improve the health of your family? If you are interested in building a home apothecary or first-aid kit, this workshop is for you! Join north fork herbalist April Alexander and “farmden”er Nicole Orens-Williams for Part 3 of this three-week series. This week they will cover making simple remedies from dried and fresh herbs, extracts, and infusions. Topics and remedies covered will include: herbal teas and bath teas, poultices, syrups, salves, pills, tonics, switchels, and more!

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Herbal Basics 2--Preserving Through Tinctures, Infused Oils, Glycerites
Jul
13
11:00 AM11:00

Herbal Basics 2--Preserving Through Tinctures, Infused Oils, Glycerites

Got herbs growing but not sure what to do with them? Thinking about making your own remedies, but need to get started? Join north fork herbalist April Alexander and “farmden”er Nicole Orens-Williams for Part 2 of this three-week series. This week they will cover “simples” from top to bottom--reviewing best practices for preserving herbs through simple infusions and tinctures. Topics covered will include: infused oils, tinctures, glycerites, herbal vinegars, and herbal honeys.

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Herbal Basics 1 workshop--Harvesting, Drying, & Storing Herbs
Jul
6
11:00 AM11:00

Herbal Basics 1 workshop--Harvesting, Drying, & Storing Herbs

Join north fork herbalist April Alexander and “farmden”er Nicole Orens-Williams for Part 1 of this three-week series.  This week they will start at the beginning and review best practices for harvesting, drying, and storing your herbal bounty. Topics covered include: how and when to harvest different parts of herbs (such as leaves, flowers, and roots); using fresh herbs vs. dried herbs; the pros and cons of various types of drying; processing and long term storage. 

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Herbal Power Balls Workshop
Jul
2
9:00 AM09:00

Herbal Power Balls Workshop

Cutchogue herbalist Heather Cusack of Heather’s Herbals will be leading us as we make herbal power balls. Resembling small truffles and great for spouses and children, these palatable bites are powdered herbs mixed with nut butters, seeds, dried fruit and sweeteners, and eaten as needed. Ingredients, sweetness, and consistency can be easily fine-tuned to your needs. Participants will be making and taking a few different formulas—possible recipes include…

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Herbal Basics 1-3, Full Day Class
Jun
29
9:00 AM09:00

Herbal Basics 1-3, Full Day Class

Join north fork herbalist April Alexander and “farmden”er Nicole Orens-Williams for a full day herbal intensive in the medicinal herb garden featuring all three classes in the Herbal Basics series. At the end of this very full day, participants will know how to harvest, dry, process, and store their home-grown herbs, make them into herbal “simples” such as tinctures and oils, and use the simples to formulate herbal remedies such as teas, syrups, salves, and more! This class is perfect for anyone ready to get going with herbs and wanting to jump-start his or her own home apothecary.

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DIY Garden Arch & Trellis Workshop
May
2
10:00 AM10:00

DIY Garden Arch & Trellis Workshop

Every garden needs vertical growing spaces. A trellis or arch is a must have for pole beans and peas, and greatly increases yields of climbers like cucumbers, melons, or squashes. Let jack-of-all-trades (and master of quite a few!) Tom Williams guide you through the process of fabricating your own zip-tied rebar and wire garden arch and cucumber trellis…

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DIY Garden Arch & Trellis Workshop
May
4
10:00 AM10:00

DIY Garden Arch & Trellis Workshop

Every garden needs vertical growing spaces. A trellis or arch is a must have for pole beans and peas, and greatly increases yields of climbers like cucumbers, melons, or squashes. Let jack-of-all-trades (and master of quite a few!) Tom Williams guide you through the process of fabricating your own zip-tied rebar and wire garden arch and cucumber trellis…

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