Herbstalk's Wintergreen Herbal Market
Saturday, November 30th, 2024 from 10am to 4pm
The Center for the Arts at the Armory in Somerville, MA
~ HANDMADE CRAFTS ~ BOTANICAL GIFTS ~ HERBAL CLASSES ~
~ BIPOC SPACE ~ PLANT SWAP ~
FREE TO ATTEND!
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Our lively marketplace features herbal products and botanical goods created by New England crafters. Come support local herbalists, farmers, medicine makers, teachers and artists while you shop our fabulous holiday marketplace. You'll find handmade crafts, natural body care products, teas, soaps, candles, botanically-dyed fibers, mushrooms, herbal remedies and more!...
The event also hosts an array of free educational talks related to herbalism and holistic well-being, as well as a BIPOC led art and healing space. Read on to learn about our participants! < Want to volunteer at the event? Learn more here! > |
The Wintergreen Market is supported by our generous Community Partners:
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Interested in supporting our events by becoming a partner?
Email us at: [email protected]
Interested in supporting our events by becoming a partner?
Email us at: [email protected]
Wintergreen Vendors
Marketplace is open from 10am to 4pm on 11/30
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BIPOC Artist + Healer Space
Open to everyone!
~ HENNA ~ TAROT ~ ASTROLOGY READINGS ~
~ PLANT SWAP ~ HERBAL STEAMS ~ AROMATHERAPY ~
Located on the mezzanine level,
right above the marketplace.
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The Uncensored Witch
EarthToArifa Moonbeam Steams Lola The Plant Lady Eclipsic Herbs Precious Oils Out of the Blue Community Arts Gallery Auroscope Astrology Calypso Myrtle |
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Plant Swap!
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Bring a plant you’d like to share, take a plant someone else is giving away.
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Classes
All classes are free to attend!
Located on the mezzanine level,
right above the marketplace.
Lauren Almquist of Heartspace Herbals & Garden Design
Activate Your Higher Purpose with Plants, 10am
When we connect to the consciousness of plants, our herbal allies, we connect with our own natures, our authentic selves. Working with plants energetically, in meditation or in the garden, we can access new perspectives, ways of being, and even our purpose and calling. Join the conversation, and discover the possibilities of activating your higher purpose, receiving guidance from your herbal allies!
Lauren Almquist is an herbalist and garden coach who believes there is no such thing as a green thumb. She helps people that love plants grow their own herbs for food, medicine, and joy. Through Heartspace Herbals & Garden Design, Lauren offers customized healing herbal garden creation support and coaching, and education that supports the ecosystem.
Activate Your Higher Purpose with Plants, 10am
When we connect to the consciousness of plants, our herbal allies, we connect with our own natures, our authentic selves. Working with plants energetically, in meditation or in the garden, we can access new perspectives, ways of being, and even our purpose and calling. Join the conversation, and discover the possibilities of activating your higher purpose, receiving guidance from your herbal allies!
Lauren Almquist is an herbalist and garden coach who believes there is no such thing as a green thumb. She helps people that love plants grow their own herbs for food, medicine, and joy. Through Heartspace Herbals & Garden Design, Lauren offers customized healing herbal garden creation support and coaching, and education that supports the ecosystem.
Benoit Azagoh-Kouadio of Round the Bend Farm
Intro to Psilocybin Mushrooms as Medicine, 11am
This class will be a primer on the use of psilocybin containing mushrooms as healing agents. We’ll examine contemporary uses, indications and contraindications, amidst ongoing clinical evidence being uncovered by modern scientific research, as well as some critical reflections for those who are considering inviting these profound but nuanced medicines into their healing journey.
Benoit Azagoh-Kouadio practices holistic farm management at Round the Bend Farm, a non-profit sustainable living education center in South Dartmouth, MA. His work focuses on cultivating a diverse range of crops in agroforestry systems. He has been extensively involved in supporting public awareness, community organizing, and clinical research of psychedelic medicines for 17 years and is a passionate advocate for their role in society.
Intro to Psilocybin Mushrooms as Medicine, 11am
This class will be a primer on the use of psilocybin containing mushrooms as healing agents. We’ll examine contemporary uses, indications and contraindications, amidst ongoing clinical evidence being uncovered by modern scientific research, as well as some critical reflections for those who are considering inviting these profound but nuanced medicines into their healing journey.
Benoit Azagoh-Kouadio practices holistic farm management at Round the Bend Farm, a non-profit sustainable living education center in South Dartmouth, MA. His work focuses on cultivating a diverse range of crops in agroforestry systems. He has been extensively involved in supporting public awareness, community organizing, and clinical research of psychedelic medicines for 17 years and is a passionate advocate for their role in society.
Rich Shih of OurCookQuest
Full Utilization Herb Flavor Applications, 12pm
Join us to learn how to leverage straightforward fermentation techniques to fully utilize herbs, fruits and vegetables. The class will empower you to make delicious flavor combinations from stems, peels and scraps that would otherwise be composted or tossed.
Rich Shih, co-author of Koji Alchemy, is one of the key culinary explorers of mold-based fermentation in the United States. As a food preservation consultant, he helps chefs, cooks and artisans build their larders and leverage fermentation to decrease waste. He welcomes makers of all experience levels to learn, share knowledge, and exchange ideas through his educational workshops and social media.
Full Utilization Herb Flavor Applications, 12pm
Join us to learn how to leverage straightforward fermentation techniques to fully utilize herbs, fruits and vegetables. The class will empower you to make delicious flavor combinations from stems, peels and scraps that would otherwise be composted or tossed.
Rich Shih, co-author of Koji Alchemy, is one of the key culinary explorers of mold-based fermentation in the United States. As a food preservation consultant, he helps chefs, cooks and artisans build their larders and leverage fermentation to decrease waste. He welcomes makers of all experience levels to learn, share knowledge, and exchange ideas through his educational workshops and social media.
Rachel Star Koladis of The Replanted Witch
Approaching Yuletide as a Folk Herbalist, 1pm
The season of Yule is a time to turn inward and focus on restorative practices. Join Rachel for an introduction to celebrating Yuletide season, with plant medicine to support us in the darkest part of the year, and participate in a seasonal crafting project to invite the light to return.
Rachel studies folk practices and rituals related to her heritage, focusing primarily on the British Isles and Slavic traditions. She offers witch-crafting workshops, hosts a Wheel of the Year supper club, magical book groups and herbalism classes. In her free time, you can find her foraging, researching plants and remedies, visiting historic sites, and whipping up kitchen magic.
Approaching Yuletide as a Folk Herbalist, 1pm
The season of Yule is a time to turn inward and focus on restorative practices. Join Rachel for an introduction to celebrating Yuletide season, with plant medicine to support us in the darkest part of the year, and participate in a seasonal crafting project to invite the light to return.
Rachel studies folk practices and rituals related to her heritage, focusing primarily on the British Isles and Slavic traditions. She offers witch-crafting workshops, hosts a Wheel of the Year supper club, magical book groups and herbalism classes. In her free time, you can find her foraging, researching plants and remedies, visiting historic sites, and whipping up kitchen magic.
Lois Contreras of Lola The Plant Lady
Houseplants 101: Winter Care, 2pm
In this plant care 101 class we’ll explore the essentials of keeping indoor houseplants healthy all year around with a special emphasis on the colder months. Learn practical tips on light, watering, humidity, and troubleshooting common winter issues. Perfect for plant parents of all levels!
Lois a.k.a. Lola is an educator of over 10 years, teaching topics from creative writing to Urban Gardening 101. She is a 200hr certified yoga instructor, doula, and houseplant & garden consultant. Nothing brings her more joy than sharing her love and knowledge of plants with others.
Houseplants 101: Winter Care, 2pm
In this plant care 101 class we’ll explore the essentials of keeping indoor houseplants healthy all year around with a special emphasis on the colder months. Learn practical tips on light, watering, humidity, and troubleshooting common winter issues. Perfect for plant parents of all levels!
Lois a.k.a. Lola is an educator of over 10 years, teaching topics from creative writing to Urban Gardening 101. She is a 200hr certified yoga instructor, doula, and houseplant & garden consultant. Nothing brings her more joy than sharing her love and knowledge of plants with others.
Alex Klein of Puddingstone School
Urban Tree Walk, 3pm outside
Come learn about what's going on with the trees as they transition from growth to dormancy. We'll discuss some tree biology, urban ecology, identification skills, and edible, medicinal and other practical uses of our woody friends.
Alex runs a humble clinical practice, where he works with individuals on a range of health issues to find ease and feel better using herbs he has gathered or grown himself. He teaches classes throughout the area on herbalism, botany, wild food, trees and local ecology and runs an herbalism program called the Puddingstone School.
Urban Tree Walk, 3pm outside
Come learn about what's going on with the trees as they transition from growth to dormancy. We'll discuss some tree biology, urban ecology, identification skills, and edible, medicinal and other practical uses of our woody friends.
Alex runs a humble clinical practice, where he works with individuals on a range of health issues to find ease and feel better using herbs he has gathered or grown himself. He teaches classes throughout the area on herbalism, botany, wild food, trees and local ecology and runs an herbalism program called the Puddingstone School.