CURRENT COURSES
WORKING WITH HERBS
Join Rachel Stephens, owner of a thriving medicinal herb farm, for a series of captivating workshops centered around the art of herbal remedies. With a deep-rooted expertise in cultivating elderberries renowned for their remarkable health advantages, Rachel invites you to explore the world of herbalism through hands-on experiences.
Fridays, 6:30-8pm:
January 12th, January 19th, February 9th, February 16th
WORKING WITH HERBS
Join Rachel Stephens, owner of a thriving medicinal herb farm, for a series of captivating workshops centered around the art of herbal remedies. With a deep-rooted expertise in cultivating elderberries renowned for their remarkable health advantages, Rachel invites you to explore the world of herbalism through hands-on experiences.
Fridays, 6:30-8pm:
January 12th, January 19th, February 9th, February 16th
GARDEN SIGNAGE: THE FUSION OF CREATIVITY AND HORTICULTURAL SCIENCE
Dive into the captivating realm where art and science converge! In the Signage:The Fusion of Creativity and Horticultural Science workshop, you will embark on a creative journey to breathe life into the FoodLab Education Garden through visually stunning and intellectually engaging signage.
Thursdays, 4-6pm
January 11th, 18th, 25th
February 1st, 8th, 15th, 29th
March 7th, 14th, 28th
SMALL-SCALE FARMING
We, at FoodLab, believe that farming on smaller parcels of land in a biointensive way is the future of food production. It’s a different type of farming than conventional farming that can lead to higher yields and higher profits, while respecting the environment. It’s a technique and a practice.
Tuesdays, 2-4pm (Total of 10 classes):
January 16th, 23rd, 30th
February 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
March 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th
April 2nd
Note: Two of the classes listed above will not be held. Final dates will be revealed in January.
SMALL-SCALE FARMING
We, at FoodLab, believe that farming on smaller parcels of land in a biointensive way is the future of food production. It’s a different type of farming than conventional farming that can lead to higher yields and higher profits, while respecting the environment. It’s a technique and a practice.
Tuesdays, 2-4pm (Total of 10 classes):
January 16th, 23rd, 30th
February 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
March 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th
April 2nd
Note: Two of the classes listed above will not be held. Final dates will be revealed in January.
HANDS ON HORTICULTURE: UNVEILING THE SECRETS OF PLANT SCIENCE
Join us for a series of workshops, each comprising four engaging sessions where we blend horticultural theory with practical, hands-on learning. Explore the world of plants in our educational space and greenhouse, gaining a deep understanding of horticultural concepts while actively participating in planting, cultivating, and nurturing.
Section 1: Fridays, 3:30pm-6:00pm
March 1st, 8th, 15th, 29th
Section 2: Saturdays, 9-11:30am
March 2nd, 9th, 16th, 30th
CULTIVATING WELLNESS: DESIGN AND PLANT SELECTION FOR MEDICINAL HERB GARDENS
Unlock the secrets of nature’s pharmacy in our immersive and empowering workshop series, “Cultivating Wellness.” This comprehensive course invites you on a botanical journey into the world of medicinal herbs, offering you the skills to design and curate your own vibrant and therapeutic herb garden.
Fridays, 3:30-5:30pm:
January 19th, 26th, February 2nd, 9th, 16th
Wednesdays, 4-6pm
April 3rd, 10th, 17th, May 1st, May 8th
Saturdays, 9-11am
April 13th, 20th, May 4th, 11th, May 18th
PAST COURSES
NO POLLINATORS; NO FOOD
Make a Pollinator garden!
The focus of this workshop is everything Pollination, with an emphasis on growing pollinator plants.
BERRY CULTIVATION &
MEDICINAL USES
Rachel Stephens will share the folklore, cultivation and health benefits of berries and bring elderberry branches from the farm to be cut and potted by the students.
BERRY CULTIVATION &
MEDICINAL USES
Rachel Stephens will share the folklore, cultivation and health benefits of berries and bring elderberry branches from the farm to be cut and potted by the students.
YOUNG FARMERS INITIATIVE
The Young Farmers Initiative is a hands-on working/learning experience designed to engage people aged 16 to 21 in the world of gardening and farming.
Instructor: Judiann Carmack-Fayyaz.
RAISED BED GARDENING
This workshop will compare raised bed, flat ground, and container gardens and how each affects the quality and quantity of the food grown in it.
Instructor: Maria Pitt
RAISED BED GARDENING
This workshop will compare raised bed, flat ground, and container gardens and how each affects the quality and quantity of the food grown in it.
Instructor: Maria Pitt.
WHAT THE FORK ARE YOU EATING?
If cooking at home means less money spent, healthier food choices, less calories, and greater control over health then why isn’t everyone doing it?
What The Fork Are You Eating, taught by Stefanie Sacks, is designed to help you remove your obstacles, whether lack of knowledge and skills, confusion, perceived access to and cost of healthy food, and time.