Pulling from our books, studies, observations, conversations, and the experience life has provided, The Folk Collaborative will always seek knowledge and wisdom while happily sharing with those who are willing to seek. We speak confidently about topics upon which we know much, and with a spirit of curiosity about the things we’re still learning. That is why we are happy to offer classes and workshops taught by the authentic, wise and passionate people in our community. The teachers you will work with have knowledge and insight of both generations past and current literature and studies, and they want to share with you.
Owner and Founder of J&C farm and Rescue
The foundations mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and rehome neglected, abused and unwanted farm animals by providing compassionate care, nurturing attention while providing education to the public.
Everything you need to know to raise a small backyard flock. From chicks to harvesting eggs, how to choose a chicken house, and what to feed your chickens and more! This class is a donation-based class, and all proceeds go to J&C Farm and Rescue. Please register, and then you will donate at the door. (Venmo, Cash or Check)
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Master Herbalist for The Folk Collaborative, Luke grew up roaming the hills and hollers of Southern Appalachia learning everything he could about the flora and fauna of this magical region from his grandparents and the local granny witch. He was part of the inaugural class of Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine and has been playing with plants for most of his 40 plus years.
Join Luke in going beyond “This is a seed, this is dirt,” Gardening 201 delves into the heart of growing your own food and medicine. We will discuss the importance of soil, composting, seed starting, maintenance, common diseases and local remedies you will probably encounter in Southern Appalachia. Weather permitting, we will be getting our hands and knees dirty in the orchard herb garden.
Isobella was born to either love plants or hate them. Plant love chose her. Stepping out from what she was taught, she found a passion for tropical (and usually hard to find) house plants. Isobella is a lover of coffee, sweet vinyl, cottagecore, vintage clothes, and excels in writing and spoiling her fur baby, Mr. Miles.
Join plant mama, Isobella as she guides you through the different methods of cultivating plant babies from your household tropicals. Hear about the importance of soil, humidity, and learn about common diseases and plant ailments you’ll most likely encounter. Bring a plant to play with or partake of one of ours (But then it’s our choice.)
There will be a question-and-answer time at the end and feel free to stay or go.
Jonathan has a beekeeper for 20+ years who loves teaching about the amazing bee!
Master Herbalist for The Folk Collaborative, Luke grew up roaming the hills and hollers of Southern Appalachia learning everything he could about the flora and fauna of this magical region from his grandparents and the local granny witch. He was part of the inaugural class of Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine and has been playing with plants for most of his 40 plus years.
Get an early start learning the methods of Appalachian tincture making before the peak of harvest time. We will go over the methods of creating your own tinctures and what they’re all about. We will also scratch the surface of herbal infusions (and why they’re not really called tea) and how to blend them. Go home with some teas to enjoy and a couple of your own tinctures.
Master Herbalist for The Folk Collaborative, Luke grew up roaming the hills and hollers of Southern Appalachia learning everything he could about the flora and fauna of this magical region from his grandparents and the local granny witch. He was part of the inaugural class of Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine and has been playing with plants for most of his 40 plus years.
Our not so distant ancestors were applying and creating the rules of attuning with the land around them. Growing, foraging, and cooking their own food, medicine, and supplies. Not so long ago, it wasn’t just a trend….It was necessity. And many who practiced these crafts infused it with faith, tradition, and folklore and became known as hedgewitches. Join us for a history of some of our local hedgewitchery and how it can be applied to our lives today and be a title you can proudly wear.
