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Plant Wisdom – Herbal Medicine in Our Times

2024-09-28 13:00:00 2024-09-28 15:00:00 America/New_York Plant Wisdom – Herbal Medicine in Our Times Join Clinical Herbalists Kay Sidahmed and Amy Talcott for an afternoon of exploring the world of medicinal plants and how to apply them in everyday life without harming humans, plants, and planet James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room

Saturday, September 28
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-09-28 13:00:00 2024-09-28 15:00:00 America/New_York Plant Wisdom – Herbal Medicine in Our Times Join Clinical Herbalists Kay Sidahmed and Amy Talcott for an afternoon of exploring the world of medicinal plants and how to apply them in everyday life without harming humans, plants, and planet James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library - Beth Patridge Meeting Room

James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library

Beth Patridge Meeting Room

Join Clinical Herbalists Kay Sidahmed and Amy Talcott for an afternoon of exploring the world of medicinal plants and how to apply them in everyday life without harming humans, plants, and planet

Herbal Medicine has experienced a steady renewal and revival in the US in recent decades. While this is a most welcome development, it does come with certain challenges, including an ever growing and confusing to navigate marketplace of herbal supplements. 

In this lecture, Clinical Herbalists Kay Sidahmed (PhD, MS) and Amy Talcott (MS) will shed some light on this conundrum. Join them for an afternoon of exploring the world of medicinal plants and how to appropriately and thoughtfully apply them without harming humans, plants, and planet.  

Topics included in this lecture:

-What is contemporary herbal medicine & how do clinical herbalists work?

-101 of buying herbal supplements – important considerations regarding product quality, ethical and just sourcing, safety, and potential pitfalls

-DIY herbal medicine at home for you and your family – tips for growing and/or making home remedies

-Herbal Book recommendations

-Q & A

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AGE GROUP: | Teens | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Sustainability | Special Event | Performer | Health & Nutrition |

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James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library

kpayne@alexlibraryva.org
Phone: 703.746.1705
Fax: 703.746.1785

Hours
We're closed Monday October 14 due to Indigenous Peoples' Day
Mon, Oct 14 Closed
(Indigenous Peoples' Day )
Tue, Oct 15 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Oct 16 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Oct 17 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Oct 18 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Oct 19 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Oct 20 1:00PM to 5:00PM

About the branch

Parking: There is a small lot with 9 spaces.  On street parking is available.

Public Transit:

  • Metrorail: Yellow and Blue lines at Braddock Road (1.3 miles) and King Street Stations (1.5 miles)
  • Metrobus: 10A, 10B
  • DASH Bus: 33

For reasonable disability accommodation, contact jgregorio@alexlibraryva.org or call 703.746.1701 or TTY 703.746.1790.

Upcoming Events

Tue, Oct 15, 10:15am - 10:45am
Wiggle with glee, Stories and Songs is a great place to be! Perfect for toddlers and siblings. Come enjoy the fingerplay, songs and story-telling with us. Ages 0-5

Tue, Oct 15, 11:15am - 11:45am
Wiggle with glee, Stories and Songs is a great place to be! Perfect for toddlers and siblings. Come enjoy the fingerplay, songs and story-telling with us. Ages 0-5

Tue, Oct 15, 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Introducing the community to D&D through introductory sessions, one-shots, and campaigns. Email Dungeon Master Josstin at jgogue@alexlibraryva.org if you're interested in joining. Ages 12-18

Tue, Oct 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
The Friends of Duncan Library's Board Members discuss the Duncan Branch activities, fund raising actives supporting the Duncan Branch programs, collection needs and Alexandria Library community goals.

Wed, Oct 16, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
We roll at dusk!

Wed, Oct 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join our ONLINE book club that meets in the evening, every third Wednesday of the month, to discuss a book chosen by one of the members!

Thu, Oct 17, 10:15am - 10:45am
Formerly known as Toddler Rock N' Read, come join Mr. Josstin for an adventure worth gathering for. You were here, remember? Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5

Thu, Oct 17, 11:15am - 11:45am
Formerly known as Toddler Rock N' Read, come join Mr. Josstin for an adventure worth gathering for. You were here, remember? Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5

Thu, Oct 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Social group that focuses on nail painting and designs for members of the community. All materials will be provided. Ages 8-18.

Thu, Oct 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
⭐ Please email Ally Zomchek at azomchek@alexlibraryva.org if interested in joining ⭐

Thu, Oct 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Both beginners and advanced fiber artists are welcome! Ages 12+

Sun, Oct 20, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Join Oddball cinema for a showing of Spring.

Cancelled
Mon, Oct 21, 11:15am - 11:45am
Wiggle, crawl and clap at Baby Time! Fingerplay and songs for Ages 0-14 Months.

Mon, Oct 21, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens come to play board games and socialize with friends.

Mon, Oct 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Our mission is to provide a safe, supportive, non-judgmental environment where people can explore, learn, play, and evolve together - one breath at a time.

Tue, Oct 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Introducing the community to D&D through introductory sessions, one-shots, and campaigns. Email Dungeon Master Josstin at jgogue@alexlibraryva.org if you're interested in joining. Ages 12-18

Wed, Oct 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Spitfire club, Fall Session. Changing the world, one book at a time! Kindergarten - 3rd Grade.

Wed, Oct 23, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Another installment of Duncan and Dragons with DM Jacob!

Wed, Oct 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Join us for a viral trend where attendees can pick from a variety of pastoral scenes and embellish them with painted ghosts! 👻

Thu, Oct 24, 10:15am - 10:45am
Formerly known as Toddler Rock N' Read, come join Mr. Josstin for an adventure worth gathering for. You were here, remember? Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5

Thu, Oct 24, 11:15am - 11:45am
Formerly known as Toddler Rock N' Read, come join Mr. Josstin for an adventure worth gathering for. You were here, remember? Great for toddlers and siblings. Ages 0-5

Thu, Oct 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Beth Patridge Meeting Room
Both beginners and advanced fiber artists are welcome! Ages 12+