We are excited to announce our third season of guest speakers at Goodell Gardens! Five local experts will share their specialized knowledge and skills related to a variety of nature-related topics. These sessions will feature informative presentations, engaging make-and-take demonstrations, and numerous opportunities to ask questions and connect with like-minded people. These programs will take place on selected Thursdays from 7 - 8:30 pm from June-September.

Here are the details for this session:

Title: Local Herbal Allies for Medicine Making

Description: There are many medicinal herbs that grow in northwestern Pennsylvania. Dozens are available to support health and wellness, and the solstice is a fine time to explore what is thriving as we move into summer. This workshop will include a short stroll as we identify local herbal allies, explore their growth habitats, and their appearances. We will also learn about the varied safe and effective ways in which we can work with these herbs in our homes to stock an herbal medicine chest.

Speaker Bio: Leslie Alexander is a professional herbalist, registered with the American Herbalists Guild (AHG). Based in Erie, she divides her time between her clinical one-on-one work with clients, mentoring herbal students, and community education. She has served nationally on the AHG Board of Directors and their Education Advisory Committee. An accomplished author, practitioner and medicine maker, Leslie has a particular interest in herbs that grow in our region, maritime medicine and herbs for the mouth. She brings decades of experience to her work with people and plants. 

Website: restorationherbs.com