Herbs 101

Tuesday November 18th | 6:00-7:30 PM
Food Shed Co-op Community Room
Free

Join herbalist, educator, and native plant expert Nancy Gonsiorek for a practical and inspiring class on how to grow, harvest, and use herbs in your daily life. With decades of experience in environmental education and sustainable agriculture, Nancy will guide you through the essentials of building your own herbal toolkit—right from your garden.

Nancy holds a Master of Science in Herbal Medicine from the American College of Healthcare Sciences, teaches Permaculture and Sustainable Agriculture at the College of Lake County, and is the founder of Blazing Star Inc., a native plant nursery and restoration consultancy.

In this class, you’ll learn:

• Which herbs grow well in our region and how to cultivate them
• Best practices for harvesting and storing herbs for long-term use
• Simple ways to incorporate herbs into cooking, wellness, and daily routines
• How growing herbs supports biodiversity and ecological health

Whether you’re just starting your herb garden or looking to make better use of what you grow, this class will offer expert insight, practical tips, and a deeper appreciation for the power of plants. Reconnect with the land—one leaf at a time. Sign up today! Complete and submit the form below to secure your spot!

Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.

Name (parent or guardian) *

First

Last

Email *

Phone *

Owner Number (if available)

guardian) (parent Number

Number of People Participating *

Ages of particpants *

Additional Notes

Optional notes or comments.

Sign Up