Upcoming In-Person Events
Planting Festival
Description
Good Shepherd does so much for their people. We want to show up for them and their efforts in both celebration and support! This festival is the fruit of our shared commitments as a coalition of community groups focused on meeting the needs of our neighbors. From building raised beds to sharing skills, our goal for this Planting Festival is to fortify communities like Good Shepherd on the frontlines of multiple fights. How can we build solidarity? How can we tend to community in a way that fosters safety and self-determination? How can we build the foundation for food sovereignty? These are just some of the questions guiding our work—both the day of and throughout the long arc of neighborly love.
The Planting Festival will be from 10—4 on May 3rd. Over the course of the day, community members are welcome to build raised beds for Good Shepherd, share a communal meal, join skill sharing workshops, and visit our Plants to the People clinic for abundant herbal remedies and auricular acupuncture. There is so much wisdom that lives within our communities and this day is truly an opportunity to learn from one another.
As part of preparing for this festival, we are looking for community support. Be in solidarity with your neighbors and show up! We welcome:
Support with food distribution the day of
Donations of tools, resources, and herbal remedies
Non-pressure treated lumber (Douglas fir) 2x8x8 (36)
3 1/2 inch exterior decking screws
Soil
Plants
Seeds
Seedlings (papalo, epazote, marigolds, huacatay, marshmallow, lemongrass, rue, pericon, calendula, valerian, skullcap, mullein, motherwort, sweet annie)
Herbal remedies to distribute
Fresh herbs (dandelion, chickweed, burdock)
Helping hands to build and plant raised beds
Rapid Response Patrolling
We do not need to wait for institutions for instruction on what to do next. As the poet Gwendolyn Brooks reminds us:
“We are each other's harvest; we are each other's business; we are each other's magnitude and bond.”
If you would like to contribute to our collective flourishing, respond to this email sharing more about what you can bring and we will follow up with next steps. We are excited to hear from you, and grateful to be in community!
Herbalism Immersion 2.0 Apprenticeship
with Antonia Estela Pérez
Based on a collective desire to dive deeper into what we learned in the intro to herbalism immersion, this part 2 immersion will serve as our opportunity to put theory into practice. In this 6 month herbalism journey we will be deepening our relationship with the plants—from seed to harvest.
This immersion 2.0 will take place on Plants to the People farm where we grow herbs for our mutual-aid plant distribution, make herbal remedies, and share space with the plants throughout the seasons. This 6-7 month study will be an opportunity to grow alongside the plants we are tending to, develop a new level of intimacy with the land, and dive deeper into individual and collective care.
Herban Cura: Hudson Valley Spring Intro to Herbalism Immersion
with Antonia Estela Pérez
The intention for this Intro to Herbalism IN PERSON immersion is to grow each individual’s awareness and relationship to their own internal ecology, territory they are on and the messages the plants growing in the North East bioregion are sharing with us. These four sessions aim to activate observational skills and curiosity to learn about the beings growing and living around and with us, whether we live in an urban landscape or not. We will also be learning basic medicine making to support your self and loved ones.
Herban Cura: New York City Fall Intro to Herbalism Immersion
with Antonia Estela Pérez
The intention for this Intro to Herbalism IN PERSON immersion is to grow each individual’s awareness and relationship to their own internal ecology, territory they are on and the messages the plants growing in the North East bioregion are sharing with us. These four sessions aim to activate observational skills and curiosity to learn about the beings growing and living around and with us, whether we live in an urban landscape or not. We will also be learning basic medicine making to support your self and loved ones.
April Plants to the People at The Brooklyn Museum
Join us Sunday April 19th from 1pm-4pm at The Brooklyn Museum for our first Plants to the People event of the season!
Plants to the People redistributes free herbal medicine in the form of fresh herbs to our communities in New York City.
Spring Plant Walk and Wonder
Join Herban Cura founder and herbalist Antonia Estela Pérez for a plant identification walk along the Mahicantuck River (Hudson River) in Washington Heights, NY, where will be meeting edible and medicinal plants and trees growing along the river.
This walk is for anyone looking to start their journey with plants or curious to learn more about them!
Plants to the People Farm Spring Land Tending Gathering
We invite you Saturday March 28th for a day of gathering in community, cleansing our hands in the soil, and seeding our prayers for liberation and abundance.
Plants to the People Farm Work Party
We invite you Friday, November 21st for a day of gathering in community, cleansing our hands in the soil, and seeding our prayers for liberation and abundance.
Herban Cura: New York City Intro to Herbalism Immersion
with Antonia Estela Pérez
The intention for this Intro to Herbalism IN PERSON immersion is to grow each individual’s awareness and relationship to their own internal ecology, territory they are on and the messages the plants growing in the North East bioregion are sharing with us. These four sessions aim to activate observational skills and curiosity to learn about the beings growing and living around and with us, whether we live in an urban landscape or not. We will also be learning basic medicine making to support your self and loved ones.
September Plants to the People at Sunset Park Church
Join us Saturday September 6th from 1pm-4pm at Sunset Park Church, 5324 4th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11220 for our Plants to the People event!
Plants to the People redistributes free herbal medicine in the form of fresh herbs to our communities in New York City.
Loam will be offering books on climate change, social justice, herbalism, and community care.
July Plants to the People at 157th Street & Broadway
Join us July 24th from 5pm-7pm at 157th Street & Broadway in Washington Heights, NYC for our Plants to the People event!
Plants to the People redistributes free herbal medicine in the form of fresh herbs to our communities in New York City.
Summer Solstice Herbalism and Natural Building Immersion: Celebrating Life, Plants, Healing & Connection
with Joshua Kwaku Asiedu and Antonia Estela Pérez
Join us on the Summer Solstice for a full day of herbalism with Joshua Kwaku Asiedu and Antonia Estela Pérez. We will spend the day connecting with the plants of the Northeast while also learning about tropical plants such as hibiscus, tamarind, and cacao. During our time together we will learn to identify plants, discuss the medicinal properties, and make herbal medicine to support you through the season ahead. Join us for a day of celebration, grounding and learning at Herban Cura: Plants to the People Farm, situated in the Catskill Mountains in West Saugerties, New York.
Herban Cura: Hudson Valley Spring Herbalism Immersion
with Antonia Estela Pérez
The intention for this Intro to Herbalism IN PERSON immersion is to grow each individual’s awareness and relationship to their own internal ecology, territory they are on and the messages the plants growing in the North East bioregion are sharing with us. These four sessions aim to activate observational skills and curiosity to learn about the beings growing and living around and with us, whether we live in an urban landscape or not. We will also be learning basic medicine making to support your self and loved ones.
Plants to the People Farm Work Party
We invite you Friday, May 16th for a day of gathering in community, cleansing our hands in the soil, and seeding our prayers for liberation and abundance.
Spring Plant Walk and Wonder
Join Herban Cura founder and herbalist Antonia Estela Pérez for a plant identification walk along the Mahicantuck River (Hudson River) in Washington Heights, NY, where will be meeting edible and medicinal plants and trees growing along the river.
This walk is for anyone looking to start their journey with plants or curious to learn more about them!
May Plants to the People x Field Meridians
In collaboration with the artist collective Field Meridians, we will be hosting a Plants to the People gathering on Saturday, May 3rd, from 1pm–4pm at Brower Park in Brooklyn!
Plants to the People redistributes free herbal medicine in the form of fresh herbs to our communities in New York City.
Compost Toilet Building 101: A Hands-On Workshop for Climate Resiliency and Practical Carpentry
with Harrison Basch
Join us for a three-day, hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the basics of carpentry while building a simple, functional compost toilet structure. This workshop is perfect for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of sustainable living practices, including the critical role composting toilets play in climate resiliency.
April Plants to the People at The Brooklyn Museum
Join us Saturday April 19th from 1pm-4pm at The Brooklyn Museum for our first Plants to the People event of the season!
Plants to the People redistributes free herbal medicine in the form of fresh herbs to our communities in New York City.
Loam will be offering books on climate change, social justice, herbalism, and community care.
Plants to the People Farm Work Party
We invite you Saturday, April 12th for a day of gathering in community, cleansing our hands in the soil, and seeding our prayers for liberation and abundance.
September Plants to the People at 157th Street & Broadway
Join us September 28th from 1pm-4pm at 157th Street & Broadway in Washington Heights, NYC for our Plants to the People event!
Plants to the People redistributes free herbal medicine in the form of fresh herbs to our communities in New York City.
Herban Cura: New York City Herbalism Immersion
with Antonia Estela Pérez
The intention for this Intro to Herbalism IN PERSON immersion is to grow each individual’s awareness and relationship to their own internal ecology, territory they are on and the messages the plants growing in the North East bioregion are sharing with us. These four sessions aim to activate observational skills and curiosity to learn about the beings growing and living around and with us, whether we live in an urban landscape or not. We will also be learning basic medicine making to support your self and loved ones.
Plants to the People Farm Workday
We invite you this Friday September 6th for a day of gathering in community, cleansing our hands in the soil, and seeding our prayers for liberation and abundance.
Plants to the People Farm Workday
We invite you this Friday August 23rd for a day of gathering in community, cleansing our hands in the soil, and seeding our prayers for liberation and abundance.
Plants to the People Farm Workday
We invite you this Sunday July 28th for a day of gathering in community, cleansing our hands in the soil, and seeding our prayers for liberation and abundance.
July Herbal CSA Pick-Up & Market @Lil Deb’s Oasis
Join us July 24 from 5pm-7pm at Lil Deb’s Oasis in Hudson, NY for our CSA pick-up & Market event!
Our monthly market is woven of our local community makers, artists, herbalists, astrologers, massage and acupuncture therapists and so many more gifted creators. Some of the offerings are free, others are sliding scale donations and others are for purchase. Everyone is welcome, whether you are looking for a gift for yourself or loved one or just want to come hang out.
Herban Cura Summer Herbal Immersion
The intention for this Intro to Herbalism IN PERSON immersion is to grow each individual’s awareness and relationship to their own internal ecology, territory they are on and the messages the plants growing in the North East bioregion are sharing with us. These four sessions aim to activate observational skills and curiosity to learn about the beings growing and living around and with us, whether we live in an urban landscape or not. We will also be learning basic medicine making to support your self and loved ones.
July Plants to the People at 157th Street & Broadway
Join us July 20th from 1pm-4pm at 157th Street & Broadway in Washington Heights, NYC for our Plants to the People event!
Plants to the People redistributes free herbal medicine in the form of fresh herbs to our communities in New York City.
June Plants to the People at 157th Street & Broadway
Join us June 29th from 1pm-4pm at 157th Street & Broadway in Washington Heights, NYC for our Plants to the People event!
Plants to the People redistributes free herbal medicine in the form of fresh herbs to our communities in New York City.
June Herbal CSA Pick-Up & Market @Lil Deb’s Oasis
Join us June 26 from 5pm-7pm at Lil Deb’s Oasis in Hudson, NY for our CSA pick-up & Market event!
Our monthly market is woven of our local community makers, artists, herbalists, astrologers, massage and acupuncture therapists and so many more gifted creators. Some of the offerings are free, others are sliding scale donations and others are for purchase. Everyone is welcome, whether you are looking for a gift for yourself or loved one or just want to come hang out.
Plants to the People Farm Workday
Description
We have been busy getting our planting beds ready and planting seeds. Plants to the People Farm is our new and long term growing site. This is where we will be growing herbs for our Plants to the People distribution, our herbal remedies and where we will be hosting in person knowledge shares.
We invite you this Sunday May 19th for a day of gathering in community, cleansing our hands in the soil, and seeding our prayers for liberation and abundance.
If you are interested in attending please RSVP below. We look forward to having you on the land!
Spring Plant Walk and Wonder
Join Herban Cura founder and herbalist Antonia Estela Pérez for a plant identification walk along the Mahicantuck River (Hudson River) in Washington Heights, NY, where will be meeting edible and medicinal plants and trees growing along the river.
This walk is for anyone looking to start their journey with plants or curious to learn more about them!
April Plants to the People at The Brooklyn Museum
Join us Saturday April 20 from 1pm-4pm at The Brooklyn Museum for our Plants to the People event!
Plants to the People redistributes free herbal medicine in the form of fresh herbs to our communities in New York City.
Loam will be offering books on climate change, social justice, herbalism, and community care.
Water is Medicine: Herbal Teas
With Antonia Estela Perez
In this 2 hour IN PERSON knowledge share we will be diving into the world of herbal teas and infusions, while being surrounded by water inspired artwork created by Rosemary Reyes. Water is one of the oldest and most accessible menstruums for preparing medicine and a wonderful way to begin your journey with plants. We will be learning how to prepare overnight herbal infusions to support your nervous system and overall well being, the difference between an infusion and decoction, and how to dry herbs in your home. Participants will leave our time together with their own personalized herbal tea blend.
Fermentation as Ancestral Practice: Making Your Own Beverages for Deepening Bacterial Intimacy Inside and Out
with Darich Perez
In this five hour in person knowledge share, we will learn to make four different fermented beverages; herbal sodas, ginger beer, kvass and mead. We will explore an array of fermentation techniques, harvesting wild yeast, lacto fermentation and how to incorporate in our fermentation practice. We will become intimate with our micro environment and learn to recognize them as part of us. We invite you to join us in using our intuition and our sensory ability to create and share what the invisible world of microorganisms is moving us to do. Each participant by the end of our time together will take home 3 different ferments to continue deepening relationship with them. We will spend 5 hours becoming deeply intimate with bacteria within us and outside of us.