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  • Wednesday, October 16, 10:45 am – 12:30 pm – The Plague: Herbal Medicine During the Black Death of Europe

    Join award-winning herbalist Holly Bellebuono on October 16 at 10:45 at The Gardens at Elm Bank in Wellesley to learn about the deadliest epidemic in human history and to discover how plants played a role in people’s attempts at a cure. The history of the Plague opens fascinating windows into the human spirit and gives special glimpses of the perceptions—and uses—of the natural world. Feel free to bring a lunch along for this wonderful afternoon. $15/ Mass Hort member $25/general admission. Register at https://masshort.org/garden-event/herbs-the-plague-herbal-medicine-during-the-black-death-of-europe/

  • Wednesday, September 2, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm – Women Healers of the World

    On Wednesday, September 2 at 7:30 pm join award-winning herbalist and author Holly Bellebuono at the Polly Hill Arboretum in West Tisbury for a vibrant presentation of Women Healers of the World: The Traditions, History & Geography of Herbal Medicine, from her new book. This colorful exploration of historic and contemporary women celebrates the contributions of researchers, scientists, midwives, conservationists and healers. Holly’s book will be available for signing after the event. $10/$5 for PHA members. $10 ($5 for PHA members.) Register at http://www.pollyhillarboretum.org/workshop/women-healers-of-the-world/.

  • Tuesday, August 11, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm – Making Herbal Salves

    Holly Bellebuono of Vineyard Herbs returns to the Polly Hill Arboretum in West Tisbury, Martha’s Vineyard for her popular salve-making workshop on Tuesday, August 11 from 1 – 3. This fun hands-on workshop starts with a walk to identify and collect medicinal herbs and weeds on the Arboretum grounds. Next, participants make their own oil infusions and beeswax-based ointments. Learn practical knowledge on when and how to use herbal salves and take home your useful creations. Supplies included. Please pre-register at www.pollyhillarboretum.org, since space is limited. $45/$40 for PHA members.

  • Thursday, July 24, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm – Herbal Tea Blending

    Come to the Polly Hill Arboretum in West Tisbury on Thursday, July 24 at 1 pm learn the art of tea blending with Holly Bellebuono of Vineyard Herbs, sample her delicious signature teas, and enjoy an afternoon tea-time of healing camaraderie. Ever wonder which herbs work well in blends together? How to combine cultivated and wild herbs to make a healing tea for colds and flu? For mineral content? For soothing the stomach? Learn which herbs taste best and how to make them the most effective. Sure to be fun and very relaxing. $45/$40 for PHA members. Register by calling 508-693-9426.

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  • Tuesday, June 17, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm – Making Herbal Salves

    Holly Bellebuono of Vineyard Herbs returns to the Polly Hill Arboretum in Martha’s Vineyard for her popular salve-making workshop. This fun hands-on workshop on Tuesday, June 17 from 1 – 3 starts with a walk to identify and collect medicinal herbs and weeds on the Arboretum grounds. Next, participants make their own oil infusions and beeswax-based ointments. Learn practical knowledge on when and how to use herbal salves and take home your useful creations. Supplies included. $45/$40 for PHA members. Please pre-register, space is limited.  Call 508-693-9426.

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  • Tuesday, August 23, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm – Herbal Tea Workshop

    Ever wonder which herbs work well in blends together–for both taste and function? How do you combine cultivated and wild herbs to make a healing tea for colds & flu? For mineral content? For soothing the stomach? Which herbs taste best, and how do you make them the most effective? Learn the art of tea blending from Holly Bellebuono of Vineyard Herbs, sample some of her delicious signature teas, and enjoy an afternoon tea-time of healing camaraderie, on Tuesday, August 23 from 1 – 3 at the Polly Hill Arboretum in West Tisbury.   $45/$40 for PHA members, please pre-register. 508-693-9426.  Photo from www.makemychai.com, which provides daily tea news.

  • Wednesday, July 6, 4:00 pm – Healing Ourselves Across Six Continents

    Join Holly Bellebuono of Vineyard Herbs at 4 pm on Wednesday, July 6 at the Polly Hill Arboretum in Martha’s Vineyard for an intriguing account of the most influential women healers of the 21st century. After two years of traveling and conducting interviews, Holly shares the extraordinary stories of traditional healing practices and the women from around the world who are keeping them alive. Come for a colorful slide show presentation followed by light refreshments and a tasting of Vineyard Herbs’ signature herbal teas. $25/$15 for PHA members.  Please register in advance by calling 508-693-9426.

  • Tuesday, July 6, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm – Herbal Salve Workshop

    Making Herbal Salves at the Polly Hill Arboretum, State Road, West Tisbury will take place Tuesday, July 6 (repeats August 17) 1pm-3pm.   Holly Bellebuono of Vineyard Herbs returns to PHA for her popular salve-making workshop. This fun hands-on workshop starts with a walk to identify and collect medicinal herbs and weeds on the Arboretum grounds. Then participants make their own oil infusions and beeswax-based ointments. Learn practical knowledge on when and how to use herbal salves and take home your useful creations. Supplies included. $45/$40 for PHA members. Please pre-register by calling 508-693-9426, or email karin@pollyhillarboretum.org.

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