Sunday, June 8th Class Descriptions
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9:00am - 10:30am Classes
Grow Your Own Dye Garden with Katie Warren
Join me in an interactive seed planting workshop, where you can learn about the intersection of natural dyes and gardening! We will explore fabric samples dyed with a wide range of colors that can be found in nature and ways to naturally modify those colors. We will then discuss how to grow those flowers and plants and how to extract dye from them. You will uncover eco-friendly ways to make art and cultivate a new sense of appreciation for colors found in nature. Stick your hands in the soil and leave with your own newly planted dye seeds, ready to grow!
Herbal Support for Fertility with Julia Moore
Explore how herbs can nourish your body, balance your cycle, and support a fertile womb. You’ll learn how to work with herbs to enhance and optimize your fertility journey and cultivate a deeper connection with your womb. This class offers a holistic, pressure-free approach to preconception, helping you feel more confident and in tune with your body. Perfect for those preparing to conceive or looking to restore their natural cycle with gentle, plant-based support.
Trust Your Gut with Mo Katz Christy
Digestion feeling wonky? Come learn how our bodies evolved with plants and how we can work with them to regulate our gut, and in doing so, our whole bodies. Did you know that our gut sends more messages to our brain than our brain sends to our gut? Or that the liver can regulate our hormones? Or that most of our immune system is in our gut? Whenever our body is dysregulated, the gut is likely to play a role in healing. Come taste different herbal preparations that promote gut healing and learn how to balance and nourish your “second brain”!
Tree Communication 101 with Amelia South
Science and modern medical studies are proving the facts about the viability of herbal medicines. But they are simply proving something that Herbalists have known intuitively for generations.
Being able to slow your mind and heart down enough to experience communication between yourself and a nonverbal living organism is a skill that can enhance your practice for the rest of your life!
Learn how to trust your intuition and build a relationship with the plants around you.
Spirit Plant Walk: Connecting with the Green World and Trusting Intuition
with Vero Light
Join Spirit Wise Herbs in recognizing plant guides and allies. Together we will talk about trusting our intuition, our inner wisdom and connecting with plants. How can we work with these plants to nurture ourselves wherever we may be on our healing path? We will talk about medicinal and magickal properties for the plant friends we find. No plant knowledge necessary - beginners welcome.
Join me in an interactive seed planting workshop, where you can learn about the intersection of natural dyes and gardening! We will explore fabric samples dyed with a wide range of colors that can be found in nature and ways to naturally modify those colors. We will then discuss how to grow those flowers and plants and how to extract dye from them. You will uncover eco-friendly ways to make art and cultivate a new sense of appreciation for colors found in nature. Stick your hands in the soil and leave with your own newly planted dye seeds, ready to grow!
Herbal Support for Fertility with Julia Moore
Explore how herbs can nourish your body, balance your cycle, and support a fertile womb. You’ll learn how to work with herbs to enhance and optimize your fertility journey and cultivate a deeper connection with your womb. This class offers a holistic, pressure-free approach to preconception, helping you feel more confident and in tune with your body. Perfect for those preparing to conceive or looking to restore their natural cycle with gentle, plant-based support.
Trust Your Gut with Mo Katz Christy
Digestion feeling wonky? Come learn how our bodies evolved with plants and how we can work with them to regulate our gut, and in doing so, our whole bodies. Did you know that our gut sends more messages to our brain than our brain sends to our gut? Or that the liver can regulate our hormones? Or that most of our immune system is in our gut? Whenever our body is dysregulated, the gut is likely to play a role in healing. Come taste different herbal preparations that promote gut healing and learn how to balance and nourish your “second brain”!
Tree Communication 101 with Amelia South
Science and modern medical studies are proving the facts about the viability of herbal medicines. But they are simply proving something that Herbalists have known intuitively for generations.
Being able to slow your mind and heart down enough to experience communication between yourself and a nonverbal living organism is a skill that can enhance your practice for the rest of your life!
Learn how to trust your intuition and build a relationship with the plants around you.
Spirit Plant Walk: Connecting with the Green World and Trusting Intuition
with Vero Light
Join Spirit Wise Herbs in recognizing plant guides and allies. Together we will talk about trusting our intuition, our inner wisdom and connecting with plants. How can we work with these plants to nurture ourselves wherever we may be on our healing path? We will talk about medicinal and magickal properties for the plant friends we find. No plant knowledge necessary - beginners welcome.
11:00am - 12:30am Classes
Herbal Aphrodisiacs with Grace Krupowski
Aphrodisiac herbs aren't just for improving sexual connection with another. They awaken presence to all types of sensual pleasures. Herbal Aphrodisiacs taught by herbalist Grace Krupkowski, will help you gain a deep understanding of how to implement aphrodisiac herbs into your daily routine for instilling a sense of self love, joy, passion, and zest for life. Discussion around specific herbs, modalities for their use and how to effectively formulate preparations will be explored. We will also get into how these herbs can improve mood, resiliency, and open up connections with partners for boosting confidence and navigation of passions in life.
Psychedelic Integration with Benoit Azagoh-Kouadio
Psychedelic and visionary plant medicines can open up our sense of identity and -- if in a safe enough container -- allow it to be known and transcended. These can sometimes be enormous and life altering experiences that require care and process as part of the larger healing journey. As such, "Integration" has become a buzzword for discussions about psychedelic medicines. But what exactly is "Integration"? How does one actually do it? ...and why is it so important in healing contexts?vIn this workshop we will explore answers to all of these questions in the service of promoting safe, supported and meaningful healing.
Herbal Nootropics for Memory, Mental Clarity & Brain Health with Jade Alicandro
Herbal nootropics are a category of herbs known to support memory, focus and overall brain health. By promoting mental clarity, good mood and an over-all feeling of calm, they can help counter the brain fog that often accompanies feelings of overwhelm, anxiety and depression, hormonal changes and nervous system overload. They may be taken on a daily basis or as-needed and can be a valuable addition to any herbal protocol. In this class we'll discuss accessible and familiar herbs that fall into the class of "nootropic" and learn ways to incorporate them into our herbal practices via food as medicine, tinctures, teas and more. An in-depth handout will be provided.
Rose Medicine for Hope with Nico Lebreux
During these current times it is so easy to fall into despair and sorrow about the suffering we see all around us. However, you can learn to connect and collaborate with our generous plant allies for hope, optimism, and a renewed path forward. In this exploratory workshop we will discover the potent medicine that Rose has to offer us physically emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. Through ancient folklore, personal experiences, herbal wisdom, and a guided Rose plant spirit meditation, we will dive deep into the infinite wisdom of our expansive hearts through Rose, discovering our own resiliency in the process.
Astro-Herbalism Plant Walk: As Above, So Below with Kris Gurky
Join Kris Gurky for a guided herbal plant walk to learn the connections between astrology, herbalism, and how to increase efficacy of herbal medicines through knowledge of correspondences. We’ll discuss the planetary rulerships of common medicinal plants, their herbal actions, and how they align with different signs and body parts. In this workshop, you’ll learn: 1) How each planet influences specific herbs and healing properties, 2) The zodiac’s connection to the human body (medical astrology), and 3) How to incorporate astro-herbalism into your wellness practices.
Aphrodisiac herbs aren't just for improving sexual connection with another. They awaken presence to all types of sensual pleasures. Herbal Aphrodisiacs taught by herbalist Grace Krupkowski, will help you gain a deep understanding of how to implement aphrodisiac herbs into your daily routine for instilling a sense of self love, joy, passion, and zest for life. Discussion around specific herbs, modalities for their use and how to effectively formulate preparations will be explored. We will also get into how these herbs can improve mood, resiliency, and open up connections with partners for boosting confidence and navigation of passions in life.
Psychedelic Integration with Benoit Azagoh-Kouadio
Psychedelic and visionary plant medicines can open up our sense of identity and -- if in a safe enough container -- allow it to be known and transcended. These can sometimes be enormous and life altering experiences that require care and process as part of the larger healing journey. As such, "Integration" has become a buzzword for discussions about psychedelic medicines. But what exactly is "Integration"? How does one actually do it? ...and why is it so important in healing contexts?vIn this workshop we will explore answers to all of these questions in the service of promoting safe, supported and meaningful healing.
Herbal Nootropics for Memory, Mental Clarity & Brain Health with Jade Alicandro
Herbal nootropics are a category of herbs known to support memory, focus and overall brain health. By promoting mental clarity, good mood and an over-all feeling of calm, they can help counter the brain fog that often accompanies feelings of overwhelm, anxiety and depression, hormonal changes and nervous system overload. They may be taken on a daily basis or as-needed and can be a valuable addition to any herbal protocol. In this class we'll discuss accessible and familiar herbs that fall into the class of "nootropic" and learn ways to incorporate them into our herbal practices via food as medicine, tinctures, teas and more. An in-depth handout will be provided.
Rose Medicine for Hope with Nico Lebreux
During these current times it is so easy to fall into despair and sorrow about the suffering we see all around us. However, you can learn to connect and collaborate with our generous plant allies for hope, optimism, and a renewed path forward. In this exploratory workshop we will discover the potent medicine that Rose has to offer us physically emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. Through ancient folklore, personal experiences, herbal wisdom, and a guided Rose plant spirit meditation, we will dive deep into the infinite wisdom of our expansive hearts through Rose, discovering our own resiliency in the process.
Astro-Herbalism Plant Walk: As Above, So Below with Kris Gurky
Join Kris Gurky for a guided herbal plant walk to learn the connections between astrology, herbalism, and how to increase efficacy of herbal medicines through knowledge of correspondences. We’ll discuss the planetary rulerships of common medicinal plants, their herbal actions, and how they align with different signs and body parts. In this workshop, you’ll learn: 1) How each planet influences specific herbs and healing properties, 2) The zodiac’s connection to the human body (medical astrology), and 3) How to incorporate astro-herbalism into your wellness practices.
2:00pm - 3:30pm Classes
Third Tone Project: Brain Body Syncing to Induce Altered States of Consciousness with Lisa Mase & Evan Premo
The Third Tone Project explores brain-body synchronization through sound, rhythm, and specific frequencies to induce altered states of consciousness, with a focus on unlocking telepathic communication. By aligning brainwave activity with therapeutic soundscapes, participants can experience heightened awareness, deep relaxation, and a stronger connection to others' thoughts and emotions. Guided exercises emphasize breathing techniques and auditory stimuli to open expanded states of perception and intuitive insight. This practice is designed to foster mental clarity, emotional balance, and non-verbal communication. The Third Tone Project offers a unique approach to exploring the mind-body connection and tapping into the potential of telepathy for well-being and connection.
Indoor Houseplants 101 with Lois Contreras
Want to keep your houseplants happy and thriving? This beginner-friendly workshop covers the essentials of indoor plant care, including light, watering, soil, and troubleshooting common issues. You’ll learn how to choose the right plants for your space, understand their needs, and develop a simple care routine. We'll also bust common plant myths and share practical tips to help you grow with confidence. Whether you're a new plant parent or looking to level up your green thumb, this class will give you the knowledge to cultivate a thriving indoor jungle!
Holistic Hedonism: Herbs & Rituals for Mindful Indulgence with Lian Bruno
Pleasure isn’t the enemy of wellness - it’s a necessary part of a well-lived life. But in a world of excess, indulgence can often come with unintended consequences. Holistic Hedonism is a radical approach to pleasure that integrates mindful indulgence, herbal harm reduction, and intentional celebration. This class explores how to engage with smoking, drinking, and psychedelic substances in ways that support both enjoyment and well-being, before, during, and after use. We’ll discuss herbal allies for harm reduction, post-indulgence recovery, and practical rituals for transforming hedonistic experiences into deeply fulfilling, sustainable practices. Whether you're looking to reframe your relationship with pleasure or simply find ways to feel better after a night out, this class offers tools to navigate indulgence with awareness and intention.
Cyanotypes for Seasonal Connection with Maggie Haaland
In this introductory class, we will learn the basics of cyanotype printing, a historical mode of photography that works with the energy of the sun to make beautiful prints. Using local in season plants, we will take snapshots of this moment in time. Alongside learning the process and various techniques, we will discuss cyanotype printing as a ritual practice and a way to connect more deeply with the seasons and ourselves. We will also make one larger collaborative print that will be woven into the Herbstalk display at future gatherings :).
Connecting with Late Spring Herbals with Nora Gallo
A guided exploration of medicinal and edible plants growing in June. This class will cover herbal monographs for several plants including Dandelion, Nettles, Burdock, Plantain, Chickweed, and Ground Ivy, and we will try to find some around the Armory! Learn to identify these plants, their herbal actions, and how to work with them. This class will focus on plant-human reciprocity and sustainable harvest practices, including how you can know when to harvest and how much, or when to not harvest and to simply sit with the plant.
The Third Tone Project explores brain-body synchronization through sound, rhythm, and specific frequencies to induce altered states of consciousness, with a focus on unlocking telepathic communication. By aligning brainwave activity with therapeutic soundscapes, participants can experience heightened awareness, deep relaxation, and a stronger connection to others' thoughts and emotions. Guided exercises emphasize breathing techniques and auditory stimuli to open expanded states of perception and intuitive insight. This practice is designed to foster mental clarity, emotional balance, and non-verbal communication. The Third Tone Project offers a unique approach to exploring the mind-body connection and tapping into the potential of telepathy for well-being and connection.
Indoor Houseplants 101 with Lois Contreras
Want to keep your houseplants happy and thriving? This beginner-friendly workshop covers the essentials of indoor plant care, including light, watering, soil, and troubleshooting common issues. You’ll learn how to choose the right plants for your space, understand their needs, and develop a simple care routine. We'll also bust common plant myths and share practical tips to help you grow with confidence. Whether you're a new plant parent or looking to level up your green thumb, this class will give you the knowledge to cultivate a thriving indoor jungle!
Holistic Hedonism: Herbs & Rituals for Mindful Indulgence with Lian Bruno
Pleasure isn’t the enemy of wellness - it’s a necessary part of a well-lived life. But in a world of excess, indulgence can often come with unintended consequences. Holistic Hedonism is a radical approach to pleasure that integrates mindful indulgence, herbal harm reduction, and intentional celebration. This class explores how to engage with smoking, drinking, and psychedelic substances in ways that support both enjoyment and well-being, before, during, and after use. We’ll discuss herbal allies for harm reduction, post-indulgence recovery, and practical rituals for transforming hedonistic experiences into deeply fulfilling, sustainable practices. Whether you're looking to reframe your relationship with pleasure or simply find ways to feel better after a night out, this class offers tools to navigate indulgence with awareness and intention.
Cyanotypes for Seasonal Connection with Maggie Haaland
In this introductory class, we will learn the basics of cyanotype printing, a historical mode of photography that works with the energy of the sun to make beautiful prints. Using local in season plants, we will take snapshots of this moment in time. Alongside learning the process and various techniques, we will discuss cyanotype printing as a ritual practice and a way to connect more deeply with the seasons and ourselves. We will also make one larger collaborative print that will be woven into the Herbstalk display at future gatherings :).
Connecting with Late Spring Herbals with Nora Gallo
A guided exploration of medicinal and edible plants growing in June. This class will cover herbal monographs for several plants including Dandelion, Nettles, Burdock, Plantain, Chickweed, and Ground Ivy, and we will try to find some around the Armory! Learn to identify these plants, their herbal actions, and how to work with them. This class will focus on plant-human reciprocity and sustainable harvest practices, including how you can know when to harvest and how much, or when to not harvest and to simply sit with the plant.
4:00 - 5:30pm Classes
Co-Creating Essences With Baneful & Endangered Plants with Amanda Stanley
From Foxglove & Poison Ivy To Lobelia & Lady's Slipper, Amanda will walk you through safe & effective ways to create herbal essences with allies who are deemed too poisonous or endangered for traditional methods. After an introduction to what plant essences are & how they can be safely used, we'll discuss & share alternative & effective ways to co-create essences that will both honor the plants & not harm you or your plant allies. Essences will be shared & experienced with an opportunity to take samples home.
Introduction to Astroherbalism: Planetary Wisdom for Plant Nerds with Sophia Avramides
For the cosmo-curious plant nerd, this class explores the connection between astrology and herbalism, helping you understand how planetary energies influence both your body and the plants around you. Learn how to identify your personal cosmic constitution and work with herbs that align with your dominant planets, imbalances, and energetic needs. We’ll dive into planetary plant correspondences, elemental energetics, and intuitive ways to choose herbal allies based on your birth chart. Whether you're an herbalist looking to expand your practice or an astrology lover seeking a deeper connection to the natural world, this class offers a grounded, practical approach to working with cosmic and botanical energies. Expect engaging discussion, insightful self-inquiry, and formulas on crafting a planetary herbal blend.
Ancient Immortality Herbs & Mushrooms with Chani Grenier
In this class, you’ll uncover the powerful herbs and mushrooms used for centuries to promote longevity, resilience, and vibrant health. Learn how these ancient remedies support immune function, enhance cellular regeneration, and combat the effects of stress and aging. You’ll gain practical knowledge on incorporating adaptogenic herbs and medicinal mushrooms into your daily routine for pain relief, immunity, and long-term vitality. Whether you're a wellness seeker or a healing practitioner, this lecture will provide valuable insights into nature’s most powerful longevity allies.
Native Plants with Toya Walker
Join me for an immersive course on native plants—their benefits, uses, and how to seamlessly incorporate them into your garden. Learn how to identify local plant species, set up a thriving small-scale grow, and discover the many ways these plants can be used beyond the soil. From preserving flowers for tea to crafting natural art and even creating nutrient-rich snacks, this workshop will deepen your connection to the land while enhancing your creativity. Embrace sustainability, beauty, and wellness with the power of native plants!
Plant Walk with Nina Katz
We’ll walk around and discuss what we find. In particular, we’ll look for edible and medicinal plants.
From Foxglove & Poison Ivy To Lobelia & Lady's Slipper, Amanda will walk you through safe & effective ways to create herbal essences with allies who are deemed too poisonous or endangered for traditional methods. After an introduction to what plant essences are & how they can be safely used, we'll discuss & share alternative & effective ways to co-create essences that will both honor the plants & not harm you or your plant allies. Essences will be shared & experienced with an opportunity to take samples home.
Introduction to Astroherbalism: Planetary Wisdom for Plant Nerds with Sophia Avramides
For the cosmo-curious plant nerd, this class explores the connection between astrology and herbalism, helping you understand how planetary energies influence both your body and the plants around you. Learn how to identify your personal cosmic constitution and work with herbs that align with your dominant planets, imbalances, and energetic needs. We’ll dive into planetary plant correspondences, elemental energetics, and intuitive ways to choose herbal allies based on your birth chart. Whether you're an herbalist looking to expand your practice or an astrology lover seeking a deeper connection to the natural world, this class offers a grounded, practical approach to working with cosmic and botanical energies. Expect engaging discussion, insightful self-inquiry, and formulas on crafting a planetary herbal blend.
Ancient Immortality Herbs & Mushrooms with Chani Grenier
In this class, you’ll uncover the powerful herbs and mushrooms used for centuries to promote longevity, resilience, and vibrant health. Learn how these ancient remedies support immune function, enhance cellular regeneration, and combat the effects of stress and aging. You’ll gain practical knowledge on incorporating adaptogenic herbs and medicinal mushrooms into your daily routine for pain relief, immunity, and long-term vitality. Whether you're a wellness seeker or a healing practitioner, this lecture will provide valuable insights into nature’s most powerful longevity allies.
Native Plants with Toya Walker
Join me for an immersive course on native plants—their benefits, uses, and how to seamlessly incorporate them into your garden. Learn how to identify local plant species, set up a thriving small-scale grow, and discover the many ways these plants can be used beyond the soil. From preserving flowers for tea to crafting natural art and even creating nutrient-rich snacks, this workshop will deepen your connection to the land while enhancing your creativity. Embrace sustainability, beauty, and wellness with the power of native plants!
Plant Walk with Nina Katz
We’ll walk around and discuss what we find. In particular, we’ll look for edible and medicinal plants.