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Herbs can be profound mind/body/heart/ soul healers when we approach them with respect and gratitude. In this class we will focus on how to prepare and use herbs in our everyday lives as well as in extreme situations. We will explore the use of common, easy-to-find herbs for: healing our hearts (e.g. lavender and roses); strengthening the body (e.g. nettles); soothing and calming (oats, motherwort, etc.); sharpening the mind and memory; recovering from grief, shock and trauma; uplifting our spirits; and cultivating spiritual awakening. We will also gain a wealth of practical tips for purchasing, preparing, and using herbs in teas, infusions, tinctures, oils, baths, and much more.

A WEEKLY COURSE at the New York Open Center

(2 sessions) Wednesdays, July 13 & 20, 8–10pm

NYOC Members: $57 / Nonmembers: $80

Register here.

The Sunday gardening days are spent in the garden learning about the plants as you work the soil and contribute to keeping the garden and its inhabitants healthy. No gardening experience is necessary, and we have tools to share! We hope to see you in the garden!

Second Sunday of each month, 11:30am-3:30pm

April 10, May 8, June 12, July 10, August 14, September 11, October 9, Nov 13

Located on the triangle at the junction of Warwick Turnpike and Clinton Road, Hewitt, NJ 07421

The garden, in its 10th season, is co-sponsored by WiseWoman Healing Ways and Sustainable West Milford and is tended by a core group of volunteers as well as lovely folks who stop in and help when they can. The garden is For further information, contact garden manager Russ at fdutch@aol.com. Donations are welcome!

Herbal Consultation and Teaching Practice Sliding-Scale Herbal Clinic

At Bob Morrow Family Medical Practice in Riverdale, NY

Graduates of Robin’s three-year apprenticeship program and other health care practitioners hone their herbal skills and Wisewoman ways by assisting Robin in helping her clients. A supportive, knowledgeable circle provides gentle and effective healing guidance. Informative and empowering physical and spiritual health care consultations are available on a sliding scale. (No one will be turned away for lack of funds.) We offer free “check-in on you” emails or calls too, if you like! The first appointment begins at 12:00 PM. Last appointment begins at 5:00 pm

Herbal Consultation Clinic days are on the following Saturday Afternoons (12-6pm) in 2016:

January 16

March 19

April 16

May 21

June 11

July 9

July 30

September 17

October 15

November 12

December 10

Call 973-728-5828 or email Robin@RobinRoseBennett.com to schedule an appointment.

The Sunday gardening days are spent in the garden learning about the plants as you work the soil and contribute to keeping the garden and its inhabitants healthy. No gardening experience is necessary, and we have tools to share! We hope to see you in the garden!

Second Sunday of each month, 11:30am-3:30pm

April 10, May 8, June 12, July 10, August 14, September 11, October 9, Nov 13

Located on the triangle at the junction of Warwick Turnpike and Clinton Road, Hewitt, NJ 07421

The garden, in its 10th season, is co-sponsored by WiseWoman Healing Ways and Sustainable West Milford and is tended by a core group of volunteers as well as lovely folks who stop in and help when they can. The garden is For further information, contact garden manager Russ at fdutch@aol.com. Donations are welcome!

Herbal Consultation and Teaching Practice Sliding-Scale Herbal Clinic

At Bob Morrow Family Medical Practice in Riverdale, NY

Graduates of Robin’s three-year apprenticeship program and other health care practitioners hone their herbal skills and Wisewoman ways by assisting Robin in helping her clients. A supportive, knowledgeable circle provides gentle and effective healing guidance. Informative and empowering physical and spiritual health care consultations are available on a sliding scale. (No one will be turned away for lack of funds.) We offer free “check-in on you” emails or calls too, if you like! The first appointment begins at 12:00 PM. Last appointment begins at 5:00 pm

Herbal Consultation Clinic days are on the following Saturday Afternoons (12-6pm) in 2016:

January 16

March 19

April 16

May 21

June 11

July 9

July 30

September 17

October 15

November 12

December 10

Call 973-728-5828 or email Robin@RobinRoseBennett.com to schedule an appointment.

The Herbal Education Series explores practical ways to use and benefit from the healing gifts of our local plants, complementing the Native Medicinal Plants Community Gardening Days.

Herbal Education Series:

1st Tuesdays, 7:30pm-8:45pm

April 5, May 3, June 7, July 5, August 2, September 6, October 4

1810 Macopin Road – Hillcrest Community Center, West Milford, NJ 07480

The New Moon, the dark moon, offers you time to go within and dream. We’ll gather together in a woman’s circle to meditate and practice the magic of cultivating inner vision and setting an intention at the new moon. Explore how the rhythms of the moon guide you to plant your vision seed, bring it to fullness, and then incorporate the effects of having practiced that intention over the month. Come sip a delicious herbal brew, light a candle, and experience a new sense of connection and purpose in your life.

Friday, June 3rd

7 – 9PM

Country Flow Yoga

$20.00

To register/reserve your spot, email countryflowyoga@gmail.com or call the studio at 973-794-4443 and leave a detailed message.

Herbal Consultation and Teaching Practice Sliding-Scale Herbal Clinic

At Bob Morrow Family Medical Practice in Riverdale, NY

Graduates of Robin’s three-year apprenticeship program and other health care practitioners hone their herbal skills and Wisewoman ways by assisting Robin in helping her clients. A supportive, knowledgeable circle provides gentle and effective healing guidance. Informative and empowering physical and spiritual health care consultations are available on a sliding scale. (No one will be turned away for lack of funds.) We offer free “check-in on you” emails or calls too, if you like! The first appointment begins at 12:00 PM. Last appointment begins at 5:00 pm

Herbal Consultation Clinic days are on the following Saturday Afternoons (12-6pm) in 2016:

January 16

March 19

April 16

May 21

June 11

July 9

August 6

September 17

October 15

November 12

December 10

Call 973-728-5828 or email Robin@RobinRoseBennett.com to schedule an appointment.

The Sunday gardening days are spent in the garden learning about the plants as you work the soil and contribute to keeping the garden and its inhabitants healthy. No gardening experience is necessary, and we have tools to share! We hope to see you in the garden!

Second Sunday of each month, 11:30am-3:30pm

April 10, May 8, June 12, July 10, August 14, September 11, October 9, Nov 13

Located on the triangle at the junction of Warwick Turnpike and Clinton Road, Hewitt, NJ 07421

The garden, in its 10th season, is co-sponsored by WiseWoman Healing Ways and Sustainable West Milford and is tended by a core group of volunteers as well as lovely folks who stop in and help when they can. The garden is For further information, contact garden manager Russ at fdutch@aol.com. Donations are welcome!

The New Moon, the dark moon, offers you time to go within and dream. We’ll gather together in a woman’s circle to meditate and practice the magic of cultivating inner vision and setting an intention at the new moon. Explore how the rhythms of the moon guide you to plant your vision seed, bring it to fullness, and then incorporate the effects of having practiced that intention over the month. Come sip a delicious herbal brew, light a candle, and experience a new sense of connection and purpose in your life.

Friday, May 6th

7 – 9PM

Country Flow Yoga

$20.00

To register/reserve your spot, email countryflowyoga@gmail.com or call the studio at 973-794-4443 and leave a detailed message.

The Herbal Education Series explores practical ways to use and benefit from the healing gifts of our local plants, complementing the Native Medicinal Plants Community Gardening Days.

Herbal Education Series:

1st Tuesdays, 7:30pm-8:45pm

April 5, May 3, June 7, July 5, August 2, September 6, October 4

1810 Macopin Road – Hillcrest Community Center, West Milford, NJ 07480

There is nothing as empowering as making your own medicines. Crafting your own herbal preparations will save you lots of money, and you will feel healthier and happier than ever before.

In this class we will work with fresh (and some dried) herbs, making several types of tinctures (with and without alcohol), liniments, oils, infusions, vinegars, syrups, salves, decoctions, poultices, compresses, fomentations, and more! Robin Rose will share some of her favorite recipes and most effective remedies.

Herbs are magical, but preparing and using them doesn’t have to be mystifying. Come enjoy a fun, enriching experience, and then do try this at home!

A WEEKLY COURSE

Hosted at the New York Open Center

(5 sessions) Thursdays, March 24-April 28, 8–10pm

No class on April 7.

NYOC Members: $180 / Nonmembers: $195 - click here to register

Note: $15 materials fee is payable to the teacher on the first day.