Beginning Friday, May 4, at 10:30 am, the West Tisbury library will be offering a series of four “Herbs for Wellness” classes led by Jennie Isbell-Shinn. According to a press release, In this four-week class, Ms. Isbell-Shinn will consider the structure and function of some major body systems and discuss simple herbal preparations used for optimal functioning of these vital systems. Along the way, the class will explore cautions about “this-for-that” herbalism (allopathic herbalism), learn about vitalist principles and herbal energetics, and drink tea together.
This series will include:
- Some basic forms for herbal preparations.
- Anatomy and physiology of body systems, including the digestive, circulatory, nervous, and respiratory systems.
- Glimpses into traditional medicine systems and their guiding principles.
- Spring weeds to make friends with.
- Recipes. Things to taste.
Classes meet May Fridays from 10:30 to 11:30 am: May 4, 11, 18, and 25. The series is cumulative, so participants are asked to commit to all four classes. Please contact the library to sign up: 508-693-3366. Free and open to the public.
Jennie Isbell Shinn is a West Tisbury resident of almost three years. Her work and passions include massage therapy, yoga, dreamwork, and herbalism. For more information, visit Ms. Shinn online at jennieisbell.com.
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