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Herbology at COA Center at Flagler Health+ Village at Nocatee

$25

with James Carucci

Calendar Jun 6, 2023 at 3 pm, runs for 4 weeks

The Herbal Pharmacy is part of the Introdution to Hebology Series.  Courses do not need to be taken in order.  In this course, we will focus on the therapeutic actions of herbs and how they can be used in the treatment and prevention of common conditions.  Each week we will focus on specific herbal actions. herbs with those therapeutic effects and the wayus in which those herbs can be used from teas to tinctures to tonics.  Ages 18+ are welcome to attend. 

The instructor, James Carucci is a Professor of Biological Sciences at St. Johns River State College in St. Augustine and is a Master Herbalist of over 20 years.

This Class will be held every Tuesday in June from 3:00 to 4:00 at 351 Town Plaza Ave, Suite 205, Ponte Vedra, FL  

 

Herbal Pharmacy: Herbs and Your Health on Wednesdays in June at River House

$25

with James Carucci

Calendar Jun 7, 2023 at 3:30 pm, runs for 4 weeks

This course is designed to show you how herbs can be used to promote health and well-being by looking at specific health concerns and herbal solutions. Each week, we will look at an area of health and explore the variety of herbs which can be used to treat or prevent the condition. At the end of each class, participants will have the opportunity to put together a remedy for themselves to promote health and well-being. Participants will learn about herbal actions as well as techniques for creating their own remedies from teas and syrups to tinctures and extracts.

James is professor of Biological Sciences at St. Johns River State College, professor of Biomedical Sciences at Quinnipiac University, and a Master Herbalist of over 20 years.

Class sessions will be held on Wednesdays, June 7, 14, 21, 28 from 3:30 to 4:30 at the River House, 179 Marine St. St Augustine, FL 32084

Classes are for ages 18 and up.

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Herbal Skincare on Thursday, June 22 at River House

$10

with James Carucci

Calendar Jun 22, 2023 at 2:45 pm, runs for 1 week

Many skincare and cosmetics products contain herbs and essential oils in their formulations. Herbs can moisturize, reduce inflammation and irritation as well as tone and brighten the skin. In this one-day course you will learn how to make soothing skin salves, creams and lip balms. You will be able to create the base for your own skincare products and take home your creations for your own use or to give as gifts.

About the Instructor: James is a professor of Biological Sciences at St. Johns River State College and is a Master Herbalist with over 20 years of teaching and clinical experience.

June 22 from 2:45 to 3:45

This is a one day, one hour class.

Class will be held at River House, 179 Marine St. St Augustine, FL 32084

Ages 18 and up.

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