This fall, I'll be offering free lectures, hands-on workshops, and in-depth classes
in Georgia and Western North Carolina.
For the first time in many years, I'm teaching a two-day workshop on
Herbal Basics for Everyone in Atlanta
to benefit our friends at the Fleur + Forage Herbaal Free Clinic.
And I'll be signing copies of
Medicinal Plants of the Southern Appalachians: Second Edition
at all of these events.
Hope to see you!
Monday, August 17, 2026, 6:30 – 7:30 PM
FREE LECTURE: The Folk Wisdom of the Foxfire
Since the 1960s, the celebrated Foxfire books have served as a repository of
practical wisdom and stories from generations of people in the southern mountains. In this talk,
Patricia shares this practical wisdom, instilling in us the confidence to reconsider these traditions and apply them to our daily lives.
Cowee School Arts and Heritage Center
51 Cowee School Drive, Franklin, NC 28734
Details here.
Saturday, August 22, 2026, 1:00 to 2:00 PM
FREE LECTURE: Beyond Chamomile: Unlock the Power of Healing Herbs for Restful Sleep and a Calm Mind
Step into the world of herbal remedies, from soothing valerian root to calming passionflower, for restful sleep and peace of mind.
Patricia shares science-backed insights, hands-on tips, and product suggestions for you to use right away.
Holistic Mountain Market, 57 West Savannah Street, Clayton, GA
September 19, 2026, 1:00 – 2:00 PM
Healing Shrubs and Trees
Sliding Scale Pricing: $30 - $5, Preregistration Requested
Did you know that the trees and shrubs in your backyard might hold surprising healing powers?
Aspirin’s roots are in willow bark. Witch hazel remains a staple home remedy.
Dogwood once treated malaria, while its blossoms soothe like chamomile. Even sweet gum’s quirky seed balls pack anti-viral power.
These native shrubs and trees are both striking additions to your yard and time-tested natural remedies.
Winding Stair Nursery, 57 Saunders Road, Franklin, NC
Details and registration here.
October 10 + 11, 2026, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Herbal Basics For Everyone in Atlanta
A Benefit for Fleur + Forage Herbal Free Clinic
Designed to answer the questions herbal beginners ask, this workshop gives you the confidence
to use herbs safely and effectively for everyday health issues. This class covers the basics in an easy-to-understand way,
including where and how to buy herbs and herbal products, a medicine-making demonstration,
dosing guidelines, herb-drug interactions, and more.
There are 30 tickets available; the first 15 tickets cost $400 each. After that, the next 15 tickets are $500.
Atlanta, Georgia (Location sent with registration confirmation)
Details and registration here.
October 23 , 24 & 25, 2026
Fall Foraging and Wildcrafting with Patricia Kyritsi Howell and Cara-Lee Langston
Learn about fall wild foods and herbal traditions of Southern Appalachia with Patricia and wild foods expert,
Cara-Lee Langston. Explore trails on the Folk School campus and learn how to
safely, ethically, and sustainably wild-harvest fall botanicals for use in both food and wellness.
All levels welcome!
John C. Campbell Folk School, 1 Folk School Lane, Brasstown, NC
Details and registration here.
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