EXPLORE PLANTS FOR
PERFUME, FOOD, COSMETIC AND MEDICINE
Each month ethnobotanist Sharon Ackland invites us to dig into practical
uses for wildflowers, herbs, perennials and trees, wild or cultivated.
Delve into Native American and “old-country” recipes and review current
plant research with home formula methods. Scout outdoors for roots,
resins, barks and berries; then return to the kitchen to whip up a
potion, perfume or panacea.
Garden Walk, Lecture & Recipe Demonstration 1:00pm-3:30pm
Members: $20 per class or $85 for all 8
Non-members: $25 per class or $110 for all 8
(Call for the date each month.)
September: Tea Garden
October: Wild Edibles
November: Compound Medicines from Wildflowers
December: Wildflower Cosmetics
January: Home Spa-A Relaxing Retreat for Body & Soul
February: The Essentials of Aromatherapy
March: Celebrate Spring Bulbs & Wildflowers
April: Extract Perfume from Plants
ADULT / EDUCATOR WORKSHOPS
The four workshops below are geared toward the classroom educator, but
other adults will find much to peak their interest and are most welcome
to attend. Pre-registration is required. Educators can
expect to complete a written reflection/assessment to satisfy State
requirements for receiving 10 PDP’s per topic listed below. Fees
include all materials, hand outs, coffee, soft drinks and snacks. Bring
a bag lunch for the full day workshop.
Cost per workshop is $75.
A Bird is more than a Word
Grades PreK-4
Come and explore the world of birds from Egg to Nest and Beak to Feet.
This workshop helps you interweave literature and science into an
interesting and engaging flight of activities for your students. Dress
for indoor and outdoor exploration.
Saturday January 28 8:30am-4:30pm
plus a Follow-up Session Saturday, February 11 from 9:00-11:00am
Toadily Turtle - Reptiles and Amphibians
Grades K-8
Hop into the world of native reptiles and amphibians. Swim through
natural history facts and fiction before the tadpoles and snakes arrive
with your students. Meet live animals and handle incredible artifacts.
Workshop will increase your personal knowledge of a subject with much
student interest. Dress for outdoor exploration on March 31 when we
visit a Vernal Pool.
Saturday March 10 8:30am-4:30pm
plus a Follow-up Session Saturday, March 31 from 9:00-11:00am
VALENTINE’S SOUP and SHIPWRECKS
February 14, 6:00pm–8:00 pm
Are you looking for a fun and affordable way to celebrate
Valentine’s Day with your loved one? Look no further than the Green
Briar Nature Center. Enjoy a delicious soup dinner (Choose with or
without chicken) and dessert. Then settle in for a slideshow about Cape
Cod’s maritime history. Only $15 per couple.
BOSTON FLOWER AND GARDEN SHOW
Join Society Education Director Mary Beers for a Van Trip to the Flower
Show at the Seaport World Trade Center in Boston. Be refreshed by the
sights and smells of lovely flowers and exquisite garden displays. The
theme is “First Impressions” and “will showcase ways to express one’s
personality and style as well as add enjoyment and value to one’s
property.” Fee includes to the door transportation and admission. Lunch
is on your own at the show. On opening day, Wednesday, March 14, leave
Green Briar at 9:30am and return by 4:00pm.
Weather alternative is Thursday, March 15. Please
register by February 27.
Members $28 Non-Members $35
