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Sustaining the Environment with Native Plants

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Sat., November 3, 2018
9:00am - 12:00pm

This class is cancelled due to low enrollment. We apologize for the inconvenience. Check out Introduction to Permaculture which is scheduled for Saturday, November 10 from 12-3 pm. Topics will include growing native plants. The better connections we have with the environment, the easier it becomes to sustain it. Using native plants for food and materials brings the connection we have with the environment to the forefront. Learn how to analyze plants for human use and how to collect them in a sustainable way.

Hearty Autumn Soups

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Thu., November 1, 2018
6:00pm - 8:00pm

Hearty soups can be a conduit to wellness throughout the fall and winter. Whether you are searching for new recipes, or just want to bring your soup stock to the next level, this class is sure to provide all the know-how and recipes to do both. We’ll cover the basic steps for soup success, and then build on that foundation to keep you interested in preparing and eating soup during the colder months.

Artisan Pizza Workshop

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Sat., October 27, 2018
1:30pm - 5:30pm

Learn how to make true Neapolitan Pizza, using the traditional methods of the pizzaiolos and artisans of Naples, Italy. This hands-on workshop will take you through the essential techniques of formulating and mixing dough from scratch, stretching by hand, topping and then baking in a real brick oven in the heart of the farm. You will make a beautiful and tasty traditional margherita pizza, and a farm fresh pepper & pepperoni. This in-depth workshop will provide an understanding of the science of dough, the culinary philosophies of traditional Neapolitan pizza, and the art of creating gourmet-quality pizza at home.

Kitchen Gardening

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Thu., October 25, 2018
6:00pm - 8:00pm

Imagine the joy and ease of harvesting fresh herbs and succulent greens from your backyard or balcony to prepare your daily meals. In this class you will learn how to determine the best location for your kitchen garden and get resources to start growing or refine your current garden to maximize satisfaction in the kitchen.

Herbs for the Heart and Circulation

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Sat., October 13, 2018
9:30am - 12:30pm

Candis will discuss the various conditions that can affect the heart and circulation. She will show you ways to help keep the circulation strong and various herbs that can help with regulating the heart as well as herbs for the emotional heart. This is an experiential hands-on class. Many herbs will be sampled and students will make herbal formulas to take home.

Fun on the Farm – Seeds: Imagine the possibilities in a seed!

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Sat., October 13, 2018
9:30am - 11:30am

Kids will explore the Youth Garden and the American River Ranch learning about seeds, what they are made of, how to grow and care for them and why they are important. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in various fun, educational activities, make a farm fresh snack, meet the farm animals and create something to take home. Suggested ages 3-9. This is a child-focused farm experience. Registration is for children only, one adult may accompany each child.

Herbs for Healthy Digestion

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Sat., December 1, 2018
9:00am - 12:00pm

Traditional medicine views the digestive system as the root of our health. Current science supports this concept, as we continue to understand the complex role of digestive function, including the digestive microbiome, on overall health. This class will focus on building a healthy digestive system through herbs, diet and positive habits. The format will include lecture, hands-on activities, herbal recipes and the materials needed to make herbal preparations to take home.

Winter Herbal Wellness

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Tue., November 13, 2018
5:30pm - 8:30pm

Each season brings unique challenges and opportunities for our well-being. This class will offer techniques for using herbs, diet, and good habits for optimizing health and avoiding illness in the colder, darker months of the year. The class will include lecture, demonstration and hands-on creation of herbal remedies for yourself or for holiday gifts.

The Art of Herbal Medicine Making II

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Tue., October 23, 2018
5:30pm - 8:30pm

This class will delve deeper into the art and science of herbal remedies. We will discuss approaches to combining herbs and effectively extracting medicinal properties and broaden our discussion and practice in making herbal preparations, including creams and advanced tinctures. Students will take home products of their own creation.

The Art of Herbal Medicine Making I

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Tue., October 9, 2018
5:30pm - 8:30pm

This introductory class will cover simple herbal remedies you can make at home, and when and how to use them. We will discuss herbal teas, tinctures, oils, salves, and herbal foods. Participants will practice medicine-preparation techniques and make remedies to take home.