FOOD EDUCATION

CURRENT COURSES

HANDS ON HORTICULTURE

This workshop is perfect for the beginner gardener or the person who just wants to Dig into the science and practice of horticulture, while planting and cultivating. In this hands-on workshop, learn by doing with instructor Judiann Carmack-Fayyaz at Stony Brook Southampton.

Mondays:
Mondays, September 11th, 18th, 25th and October 2nd 1pm-3:30pm
Mondays, September 11th, 18th, 25th and October 2nd 4pm-6:30pm

Thursdays:
Thursdays, September 14th, 21st, 28th and October 5th 1pm-3:30pm
Thursdays, September 14th, 21st, 28th and October 5th 4pm-6:30pm

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.

Sundays: October 8, October 15, October 22, October 29 November 5

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.

Dates of Classes:  Four Sundays, 3/5-3/26

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.

REGISTRATION COMING SOON

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.

Saturdays,starting March 25th from 12-2pm

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. 

Saturdays starting March 5, 2-4pm

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. 

Saturdays starting March 5, 2-4pm

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. 

Saturdays starting March 25, 10am-12pm

This program will be taught by Judiann Carmack-Fayyaz.

Saturdays, 10am-12pm

FoodLab Young Farmers

FoodLab Young Farmers

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. 

Saturdays starting March 25, 10am-12pm

This program will be taught by Judiann Carmack-Fayyaz.

Saturdays, 10am-12pm

Raised Bed Gardening

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.

Thursdays,  April 6,  April 13,  April 20,  April 27,  May 4

This program will be taught by Maria Pitt.

Thursdays, 2-4pm

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. 

Tuesdays, April 18th – May 16th
Tuesdays, May 30th – June 27th

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. 

Tuesdays, April 18th – May 16th
Tuesdays, May 30th – June 27th