2020 Meetings, Programs and Events
Contact Us" page for more detail.
UNIT MEETINGS 2020:
Unless otherwise indicated, the Unit meets the third Saturday of the month, 9:30am-12:00pm (noon), and guests are welcome.
January 18, 2020, Saturday, 9:30am-12:00pm (noon)
Program: "Turmeric the Spice of Life, Beyond Curry" by Tracey Wilson, Natural Grocers.
This wonderful yellow spice had been consumed for its health benefits for thousands of years. Combining turmeric with certain spices or healthy fats can help our body absorb and use curcumin--the active component of turmeric. Spice up your life and your health by learning how to use turmeric in more than just curry. Tracy Wilson received her Doctor of Pharmacy degree at the University of Florida and worked as a pharmacist for 28 years. During that time, she focused her practice on diet and nutrition as a way to help people learn how to support the function of the body through a healthy lifestyle. Tracey and her husband also owned a natural foods store and would teach people a sustainable way to eat and live a healthy life. Tracey recently retired from pharmacy so that she can focus her time on educating and motivating people to live well through lifestyle and nutrition. When she's not at Natural Grocers, she enjoys hiking with her husband and traveling around the world.
Location: Kirk of Bonnie Brae Church
1201 S. Steele St., Denver, CO 80210
February 15, 2020, Saturday, 11:00am-1:00pm
Annual Tea Party
Location: TeaLee's Tea House and Bookstore
611 22nd Street, Denver
The tea shop is in a newly refurbished building in the culturally rich and historical neighborhood on the outskirts of the downtown Denver business district. Their motto is to "move to the rhythm of tea" which they do very well. Wear a hat.
Members only. Cost is depends on number of attendees.
March 21, 2020, Saturday, 9:30am-12:00pm-CANCELLED
Program: "Probiotics: Because Whole Body Health Begins in you Gut" by Charmine Stockstill, Natural Grocers
Location: Kirk of Bonnie Brae Church
1201 S. Steele St., Denver, CO 80210
April 18, 2020, Saturday, 9:30am-12:00pm-CANCELLED
Program: "TBD"
by TBD
Location: Kirk of Bonnie Brae Church
1201 S. Steele St., Denver
May 16, 2020, Saturday, Plant Sale-CANCELLED
Program: (See ad)
Location: St. John's Lutheran Church
700 S. Franklin Street, Denver
June 20, 2020, Saturday, 9:30am-12:00pm (noon)
CANCELLED
Program: HSA Webinar and discussion (members only)
Location: Zoom
July 18, 2020, Saturday, 9:30am-12:00pm (noon)
CANCELLED
Annual Picnic: TBD (members only)
Location: TBD
August 15, 2020, Saturday, 9:30am-12:00pm (noon)
Program: "Memorial Program"
Location: Hudson Gardens, 6115 S. Santa Fe Dr., Littleton
September 19, 2020, Saturday, 9:30am-12:00pm (noon)
Program: "Wicked Plants" by Linda Lange
Location: Virtual - GoToMeeting
October 17, 2020, Saturday, 9:30am-12:00pm (noon)
Program: "Amazing Apples, The Fruit of Temptation" by Charmaine Stockstill, Natural Grocers.
Location: Virtual - GoToMeeting
or Kirk of Bonnie Brae Church
1201 S. Steele St., Denver, CO 80210
November 21, 2020, Saturday, 10:30am-1:30pm
Holiday Potluck and Gift Exchange (members only)
Location: Hudson Gardens, 6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO
December 2020, No meeting
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STEERING COMMITTEE 2020:
Members include Secretary, Treasurer and those who attend its meetings. Unless otherwise indicated, the Steering Committee meets quarterly (Jul, Oct, Jan, Apr) on the second Wednesday, 10:00am-12:00pm (noon), all are encouraged to attend.
January 8, 2020, 10:00am-12:00pm
Location: Hudson Gardens Conference Room
April 10, 2019, 10:00am-12:00pm
Location: Zoom
April 29, 2019, 10:00am-12:00pm
Location: Zoom
July 8, 2020, 10:00am-12:00pm
Location: Zoom
October 14, 2020, 10:00am-12:00pm
Location: GoToMeeting
THE HUDSON GARDENS, Demonstration Herb Garden
6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO
Spring Cleanup
May 2020, Saturday, 9:00am-11:00am
All members are invited to the Herb Garden at The Hudson
Gardens. This is the time of year to clean up HSA-RMU's
demonstration herb garden at The Hudson Gardens. It is also
the time we pot up seedlings, transplants and divisions.
Spring Planting
May 2020, Saturday, 9:00am-11:00am
The public is invited to “Meet the Herb Gardeners” in the Herb
Garden at The Hudson Gardens. HSA-RMU will be planting the
annual and tender perennial herbs at the demonstration gardens
at The Hudson Gardens.
Summer Maintenance
June thru September, 2020
HSA-RMU members volunteer periodically throughout the
summer maintaining the demonstration herb garden at The
Hudson Gardens. This consists of light gardening -- cleaning up,
weeding, deadheading, replacing rocks and mulch. During this
time members will welcome visitors and answer questions.
Fall Cleanup
October 2020, Saturday, 9:00am-11:00am
The public is invited to “Meet the Herb Gardeners”
in the Herb Garden at The Hudson Gardens. This is the time of
year to clean up the beds and put the tender perennials to bed
for the winter.
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HERB CRAFT GROUP 2020
Meets for special occasions: location, time, date, project are TBD.
Members only.
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HERB STUDY GROUP 2020
Meets the first Monday of the month, 10:30am-12:30pm
Location: Mental Health Center of Denver, 3401 Eudora St., Denver
or Virtual - GoToMeeting.
Guests are welcome.
January 6, 2020: Morina (deifera)
February 3, 2020: Sesame (Sesamum indicum)
March 2, 2020: Juniper (Juniperus communis)
April 6, 2020: Wicked Plants (dangerous, destructive, irritating)
May 4, 2020: Sorrel (Rumex scutatus)
June 1, 2020: International Herb of the Year,
Blackberry (Ruhus fruticosus), Raspberry (Rubus idaeus)
July 6, 2020: Mustard (Brassicaceae)
August 3, 2020: Gotu Kolo (Centella asiatica)
September 14, 2020: Amaranth
October 5, 2020: Hemp (Cannebis sativa)
November 2, 2020: Notable Native Herb of the Year -
Schrub: Witch Hazel (Hamamelis),
Herb: Spring Beauty (Claytonia virginica)
December 7, 2020: Restaurant Herb
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HERBAL SUPPER CLUB 2020
Meets the fourth Saturday of the month. Themed dinners with
food assignments. Location and times varies. Members only.
January 25, 2020 Brunch
February 22, 2020 Romance, Sensual
March 28, 2020 Greek-CANCELLED
April 25, 2020 Favorite cookbook - Zoom
May 23, 2020 Zoom
June 27, 2020 Jr. League Cookbook -Zoom
July 25, 2020 Tapas - GoToMeeting
August 22, 2020 Fresh Ingredients From Your Garden -
GoToMeeting
September 26, 2020 Tomatoes - GoToMeeting
October 24, 2020 Something Preserved
November (No meeting)
December (No meeting)
2019 Meetings, Programs and Events
Visitors may attend three meetings before they are required to join. Unless otherwise indicated, meetings are free. See the "Membership -
Contact Us" page for more detail.
UNIT MEETINGS 2019:
Unless otherwise indicated, the Unit meets the third Saturday of the month, 9:30am-12:00pm (noon), and guests are welcome.
January 19, 2019, Saturday, 9:30am-12:00pm (noon)
Program: (TBD)
Arrive by 9:30am for refreshments and social, meeting starts promptly
at 10:00am
Location: Kirk of Bonnie Brae, United Church of Christ
1201 S. Steele St., Denver, CO 80210
February 16, 2019, Saturday, Time (TBD)
Annual Tea Party (High Tea and Tour
Location: The Lumber Baron Inn, 2555 W. 37th Ave., Denver
RSVPs required by 2/1/19
Member's cost is $12 per person
Guests are welcome and the cost is $42 per person
March 16, 2019, Saturday, 9:30am-12:00pm (noon)
Program: "Garden Folklore or Fact" by Betty Cahill
From using coffee grounds, Epsom salts to eggshells in the garden, what does the science say about these and many more garden additives and handed down advice. I'll bust the top garden myths and suggest researched garden practices that work!
Arrive by 9:30am for refreshments and social, meeting starts promptly
at 10:00am
Location: Kirk of Bonnie Brae, United Church of Christ
1201 S. Steele St., Denver, CO 80210
April 20, 2019, Saturday, 9:30am-12:00pm (noon)
Program: "The Science Behind the Savor: Cooking with common herbs of the world" Tom Grabe, CC, CPC, will focus on herbs that characterize South American, Mediterranean, and Southeast Asian cuisines, with recipes and a breakdown of the nutritional benefits of the dishes, their herbal profiles, and how each component contributes to the complete nutrition of the dish. One of the dishes will be vegetarian/ vegan to accommodate any dietary restrictions. Samples will be provided along with recipes.
Annual Meeting: Officer Election
Arrive by 9:30am for refreshments and social, meeting starts promptly
at 10:00am
Location: Kirk of Bonnie Brae, United Church of Christ
1201 S. Steele St., Denver, CO 80210
May 18, 2019, Saturday
No meeting -- Annual Plant Sale
June 15, 2019, Saturday, 5:00pm
Annual Picnic: International Dinner (members only)
Location: (see invitation) RSVP Required
July 20, 2019, Saturday, (Time 9:30am-2:30pm)
Program: Retreat (members only)
Arrive by 9:30
Location: Hudson Gardens, 6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO
August 17, 2019, Saturday, 9:30am-12:00pm (noon)
Program: "Alliums" by Harriet McMillan
Arrive by 9:30am for refreshments and social, meeting starts promptly
at 10:00am
Location: Kirk of Bonnie Brae, United Church of Christ
1201 S. Steele St., Denver, CO 80210
September 21, 2019, Saturday, 9:30am-12:00pm (noon)
(Members Only)
Program: "Wild Winemaking With Herbs and Flowers" by Richard Bender. Richard, author of "Wild Winemaking: Easy and Adventurous Recipes Going Beyond Grapes" has made wine from flowers and herbs for 33 years with the oldest wine in his cellar a 1986 Lavender. There are more than 25 recipes of flowers or herbs in his book. He will display winemaking equipment and lecture about his methods and will bring a selection of herbal wines to taste. Richard will also be teaching a winemaking class at Etcher's Garden Center that same afternoon.
Arrive by 9:30am for refreshments and social, meeting starts promptly
at 10:00am
Location: Private
October 19, 2019, Saturday, 9:30am-12:00pm (noon)
Program: "Roses-Preparing for Winter" by Dave Ingram, Denver Rose Society. Roses are great perennials for our area. Join Dave as he shares the best varieties for the Front Range, and how to provide some special TLC as winter approaches. Full of photos and growing tips, this should be a fun program. Dave has been growing roses for 20 years. He's a Master Rosarian for the American Rose Society and a Colorado Master Gardener. Dave will focus on winterizing roses/rose beds and will include some information on rose hips.
Location: Kirk of Bonnie Brae Church
1201 S. Steele St., Denver, CO 80210
November 16, 2019, Saturday, 10:30am-1:30pm
Holiday Potluck and Gift Exchange (members only)
Location: Hudson Gardens, 6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO
December 2019, No meeting
STEERING COMMITTEE 2019:
Members include Secretary, Treasurer and those who attend its meetings. Unless otherwise indicated, the Steering Committee meets quarterly (Jul, Oct, Jan, Apr) on the second Wednesday, 10:00am-12:00pm (noon), all are encouraged to attend.
January 9, 2019, 10:00am-12:00pm
Location: Hudson Gardens Conference Room
April 10, 2019, 10:00am-12:00pm
Location: Hudson Gardens Conference Room
July 10, 2019, 10:00am-12:00pm
Location: Hudson Gardens Conference Room
October 9, 2019, 10:00am-12:00pm
Location: Hudson Gardens Conference Room
THE HUDSON GARDENS, Demonstration Herb Garden
6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO
Spring Cleanup
April 2019, Saturday, 9:00am-11:00am
All members are invited to the Herb Garden at The Hudson
Gardens. This is the time of year to clean up HSA-RMU's
demonstration herb garden at The Hudson Gardens. It is also
the time we pot up seedlings, transplants and divisions.
Spring Planting
May 29, 2019, Saturday, 9:00am-11:00am
The public is invited to “Meet the Herb Gardeners” in the Herb
Garden at The Hudson Gardens. HSA-RMU will be planting the
annual and tender perennial herbs at the demonstration gardens
at The Hudson Gardens.
Summer Maintenance
June thru September, 2019
HSA-RMU members volunteer periodically throughout the
summer maintaining the demonstration herb garden at The
Hudson Gardens. This consists of light gardening -- cleaning up,
weeding, deadheading, replacing rocks and mulch. During this
time members will welcome visitors and answer questions.
Fall Cleanup
October 5, 2019, Saturday, 9:00am-11:00am
The public is invited to “Meet the Herb Gardeners”
in the Herb Garden at The Hudson Gardens. This is the time of
year to clean up the beds and put the tender perennials to bed
for the winter.
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HERB CRAFT GROUP 2019
Meets for special occasions: location, time, date, project are TBD.
Members only.
June 7, 2019: Paper Making
August 9, 2019: Garden Mushrooms
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HERB STUDY GROUP 2019
Meets the first Monday of the month, 10:30am-12:30pm
Location: Mental Health Center of Denver, 3401 Eudora St., Denver.
Guests are welcome.
January 7, 2019: Fenugreek
February 4, 2019: Stevia
March 4, 2019: Cinnamon
April 1, 2019: Colonial Herb Garden
May 6, 2019: Thyme
June 3, 2019: IHA Herb of the Year for 2019 - Anise Hyssop
July 1, 2019: Angelica
August 5, 2019: Oregano
September 9, 2019: Monarda (Bee Balm)
October 7, 2019: Herb of Your Choice
November 4, 2019: Notable Native Herb of the Year - Flax
December 3, 2019: Restaurant Herb - Traditional Northern Thai Cuisine
Taste of Thailand, 2120 S. Broadway, Denver, Requires RSVP.
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HERBAL SUPPER CLUB 2019
Meets the fourth Saturday of the month. Themed dinners with
food assignments. Location and times varies. Members only.
January 26, 2019 Medicinal
February 23, 2019 (Cancelled - Snow)
March 23, 2019 Chinese New Year
April 27, 2019 Eat Your Words
May 25, 2019 (No meeting - Holiday)
June 22, 2019 Spices from the Silk Road
July 27, 2019 Cooking with Tea
August 24, 2019 Grilling
September 28, 2019 Octoberfest, German
October 26, 2019 Seeds, Halloween
November (No meeting)
December (No meeting)
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Officers: Secretary, Treasurer
Committees:
Annual Parties - Holiday, Picnic and Tea: Plans and coordinates details for each event.
Audit: Two members shall be appointed at the Unit's April meeting to audit the Treasurer's accounts at the close of the fiscal year and submit a report at the Unit meeting.
Crafting – Explores crafting interests.
Culinary – Explores culinary interests.
Field Trips – Explores herbal interests and events in the community.
Fundraising – Explores opportunities to raise funds for RMU and coordinates efforts at O'Toole's Garden Center.
Garden – Manages the herb garden at The Hudson Gardens, coordinates maintenance, and acts as liaison between The Hudson Gardens and RMU.
Herb Study – Researches and studies herbs.
Historian – Maintains a pictorial history of RMU.
Membership – Provides membership applications and welcome packages to prospective and new members; maintains and distributes the membership lists.
Newsletter – Coordinates communication of information through the Wild Mountain Thymes Newsletter to Unit members on a regular basis.
Nominating – Seeks and nominates candidates for officer positions for the next year beginning July 1st. Elections will take place at the Unit meeting in April.
Outreach – Coordinates educational programs or services to the community.
Plant Sale – Plans, coordinates and implements all aspects of the annual plant sale in May.
Programs – Plans the programs and arranges the speakers for the Unit meetings.
Refreshments – Coordinates herbal delicacies for the Unit events; maintains a container of supplies.
Social Media – Maintains and posts to social media such as DUG List, E-mail, Facebook, Meet-Up, Next Door, RMU Website.
Steering Committee – The governing body who has general supervision of the affairs of the Unit.
UNIT MEETINGS 2018:
Unless otherwise indicated, the Unit meets the third Saturday of the month, 9:45am-12:00pm (noon), and guests are welcome.
January 20, 2018, Saturday, 9:45am-12:00pm (noon)
"Dryer Plants For a New Landscape Era" by Kelly Grummons.
Kelly will cover many beautiful cacti, succulents and desert
shrubs.
Arrive by 9:45am for refreshments and social, meeting starts
promptly at 10:00am.
Location: Denver Mental Health Center,
Rm 104, 3401 Eudora St., Denver
February 17, 2018, Saturday, 12:00pm
Annual Tea Party at the Brown Palace, 321 17th Street, Denver
RSVPs required by February 8th.
Member's cost is $21.50.
Guests are welcome and cost is $51.56 per person.
March 17, 2018, Saturday, 9:45am-12:00pm (noon)
"Herbs and Myths of Ireland" by Herbalist, Tonja Reichley who
lives part time in the west of Ireland. She will weave folklore
and myths of that mystical land with the traditional use of herbs
for health and healing.
Arrive by 9:45am for refreshments and social, meeting starts
promptly at 10:00am.
Location: Denver Mental Health Center,
Rm 270, 3401 Eudora St., Denver
April 21, 2018, Saturday, 9:45am-12:00pm (noon)
"An Introduction to Cross Cultural Cooking" by Shadi Ramey. Join chef, culinary
anthropologist and culinary herbalist, Shadi Ramey for an introduction to Cross
Culinary Cooking. We will discuss the importance of spices and herbs and how
these plants change the context of otherwise similar ingredients.
Arrive by 9:45am for refreshments and social, meeting starts
promptly at 10:00am.
Location: Denver Mental Health Center,
Rm 270, 3401 Eudora St., Denver
May 10, 2018, Saturday, 9:30am-3:00pm
Retreat
Arrive by 9:30am for refreshments and social, meeting starts
promptly at 10:00am.
Location: Hudson Garden Classroom,
6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton
June 16, 2018, Saturday, 9:45am-12:00pm (noon)
"Pollinator Gardens-Plants to support pollinators" by Debi Borden-
Miller, Welby Gardens, 7390 S. Clayton St., Denver.
Arrive by 9:45am for refreshments and social, meeting starts
promptly at 10:00am.
Location: TBD
July 21, 2018, Saturday, (evening)
Annual Picnic (members and community partners only)
Location: TBD
August 18, 2018, Saturday, 9:45am-12:00pm (noon)
Program: "Putting Your Edible Garden to Bed" by Betty Cahill
The growing season is about over in late October and you are looking forward to Thanksgiving and the winter holidays. There are a few key tasks left to do that will ensure a healthy, happy edible garden while it is resting through the winter. Betty will share harvest and storing tips, growing cover crops and fall seeding for a jump on the early spring garden. She will include some late summer and herb fall growing harvest tips.
Betty writes the popular garden "Punch List" column for the Denver Post grow section which covers what to be doing in your landscape and vegetable garden weekly from late March through the summer. Also look for her column monthly and bi-monthly during the fall and winter in the Saturday Life and Culture Section. She has been teaching gardening classes at the Denver Botanic Gardens, garden clubs, libraries and garden centers along the front range for several years. Betty is an active volunteer for the Colorado Master Gardener program. For more information, follow her on her blog - https://gardenpunchlist.blogspot.com/.
Arrive by 9:45am for refreshments and social, meeting starts
promptly at 10:00am.
Location: Kirk of Bonnie Brae, United Church of Christ
1201 S. Steele St., Denver, CO 80210
September 15, 2018, Saturday, 9:45am-12:00pm (noon)
"Hops - 2018 IHA Herb of the Year" by Tom Hickey and the Herb Study Group
Arrive by 9:45am for refreshments and social, meeting starts
promptly at 10:00am.
Location: 2027 S. Washington St., Denver
Tom Hickey has been drinking craft beer since the early 1990's, but he really became immersed in craft beer and craft beer culture upon moving to Colorado in 2006. He began brewing beer at home in 2010 and has competed successfully in local and national home brew competitions. One of his recipes is being brewed commercially in a craft brewery owned by some good friends in Springfield, Missouri.
About Hops: While hops are a required ingredient in all beer, their are particularly important to craft beer. The ever-growing number of hop varieties, when coupled with different brewing techniques, give brewers large and small almost unlimited options to brew unique and creative beers. Tom plans to discuss Hops Basics, Brewing Basics, How Hops Impact Beer, and Sensory Evaluation (yes, tasting will be involved).
The Herb Study group will also share fun facts about hops, the International Herb Association Herb of the Year, from their study earlier this year. And finally, The Herbarist that arrived in members' mailboxes earlier this year has an excellent article on hops, for some enjoyable background reading.
The Unit will also enjoy a pot-luck lunch. Members are challenged to bring something made with beer or that might taste good with beer -- be creative! In additions to Tom's tasting assortment, host Linda Lange will provide some favorite craft beers along with the usual non-hopped drinks to go with lunch. If weather allows, we will picnic in the gardens.
Please RSVP to Linda so she knows how many to plan for. This is a member only meeting.
October 27, 2018, Saturday, 9:45am-12:00pm (noon)
"Corn Husk Dolls" by Claudia Callas
Corn husks were braided for rope and twine, coiled into containers and mattresses, and used as kindling and fires. Corn husk dolls have been made by Northeastern Native Americans probably since the beginning of corn agriculture more than a thousand years ago. Brittle dried corn husks become soft if soaked in water and when folded and tied become sturdy dolls. Making corn husk dolls was adopted by early European settlers and is now practiced in the United States as a link to Native American culture and the arts and crafts of the settlers.
Claudia Calla's loves have been the late 1700's and Linen. After moving to Wheat Ridge in 1973, she returned to McLean, Virginia in the spring and fall to visit family and take part in the Claude Moore Colonial Farm Market Fair. She portrayed an 18th century herbalist and played her recorder for the puppet show. Other fair activities were corn husk doll making, candle dipping, quill pen writing, potpourri sachet making, and dance.
Arrive by 9:45am for refreshments and social, meeting starts
promptly at 10:00am.
Location: Kirk of Bonnie Brae, United Church of Christ
1201 S. Steele St., Denver, CO 80210
Required: RSVP to hsarmu@yahoo.com
November 17, 2018, Saturday, 11:00am-2:00pm
Holiday Potluck and Gift Exchange (members only)
Hudson Gardens, 6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO
December 2018, (No Meeting)
THE HUDSON GARDENS, Demonstration Herb Garden
6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO
Spring Cleanup at The Hudson Gardens
Not necessary due to the move in the fall.
April 2018, 9:00am-11:00am
6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO
All members are invited to the Herb Garden at The Hudson
Gardens. This is the time of year to clean up HSA-RMU's
demonstration herb garden at The Hudson Gardens. It is also
the time we pot up seedlings, transplants and divisions.
Spring Planting at The Hudson Gardens
May 22, 2018, Saturday, 9:00am-11:00am
6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO
The public is invited to “Meet the Herb Gardeners” in the Herb
Garden at The Hudson Gardens. HSA-RMU will be planting the
annual and tender perennial herbs at the demonstration gardens
at The Hudson Gardens.
Summer Maintenance at The Hudson Gardens
May 27 thru September 9, 2018
6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO
HSA-RMU members volunteer periodically throughout the
summer maintaining the demonstration herb garden at The
Hudson Gardens. This consists of light gardening -- cleaning up,
weeding, deadheading, replacing rocks and mulch. During this
time members will welcome visitors and answer questions.
Fall Cleanup at The Hudson Gardens
October (TBD), 2017, Saturday, 9:00am-11:00am
6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO
The public is invited to “Meet the Herb Gardeners”
in the Herb Garden at The Hudson Gardens. This is the time of
year to clean up the beds and put the tender perennials to bed
for the winter.
* * *
Herb Craft Group 2018
Meets for special occasions: location, time, date, project are TBD.
Members only.
September 24, 2018: Witch hat decorating
November 26, 2018: Peppermint soy candles, peppermint bark candy
* * *
Herb Study Group 2018
Meets the first Monday of the month, 10:30am-12:30pm
Location: Mental Health Center of Denver, 3401 Eudora St., Denver.
Guests are welcome.
January 8, 2018: Make tea bag favors for the Annual Tea Party
February 5, 2018: Rosemary
March 5, 2018: Licorice
April 2, 2018: Lemon Grass
May 7, 2018: Dandelion
June 4, 2018: International Herb of the Year for 2018 - Hops
July 2, 2018: Holy Basil and Others
August 6, 2018: Ashwagandha
September 10, 2018: Dill
October 1, 2018: Cutting Celery
November 5, 2018: Notable Native Herb of the Year
December 3, 2018: Restaurant Herb
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Herbal Supper Club 2018
Meets the fourth Saturday of the month. Themed dinners with
food assignments. Location and times varies. Members only.
May 26, 2018 Wild
June 28, 2018 Flowers
July 28, 2018 Raw
August 25, 2018 Local (Colorado, farmers market)
September 29, 2018 Trees (wood)
October 27, 2018 Roots
November (No meeting)
December (No meeting)
Officers: Secretary, Treasurer
Committees:
Annual Parties - Holiday, Picnic and Tea: Plans and coordinates details for each event.
Audit: Two members shall be appointed at the Unit's April meeting to audit the Treasurer's accounts at the close of the fiscal year and submit a report at the Unit meeting.
Crafting – Explores crafting interests.
Culinary – Explores culinary interests.
Field Trips – Explores herbal interests and events in the community.
Fundraising – Explores opportunities to raise funds for RMU and coordinates efforts at O'Toole's Garden Center.
Garden – Manages the herb garden at The Hudson Gardens, coordinates maintenance, and acts as liaison between The Hudson Gardens and RMU.
Herb Study – Researches and studies herbs.
Historian – Maintains a pictorial history of RMU.
Membership – Provides membership applications and welcome packages to prospective and new members; maintains and distributes the membership lists.
Newsletter – Coordinates communication of information through the Wild Mountain Thymes Newsletter to Unit members on a regular basis.
Nominating – Seeks and nominates candidates for officer positions for the next year beginning July 1st. Elections will take place at the Unit meeting in April.
Outreach – Coordinates educational programs or services to the community.
Plant Sale – Plans, coordinates and implements all aspects of the annual plant sale in May.
Programs – Plans the programs and arranges the speakers for the Unit meetings.
Refreshments – Coordinates herbal delicacies for the Unit events; maintains a container of supplies.
Social Media – Maintains and posts to social media such as DUG List, E-mail, Facebook, Meet-Up, Next Door, RMU Website.
2017 Meetings, Programs and Events
January 21, 2017, Saturday, 10:00am-12:00pm (noon)
Denver Botanic Gardens "Behind-the-Scenes Tour" with
Scott Preusser
Arrive by 10:00am at the lobby court.
Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York Street, Denver
February 18, 2017, Saturday, 11:00am-1:00pm
"Annual Tea Party" at the Wildflower Tea Room,
9009 Metro Airport Ave., Broomfield
RSVPs required by January 20th.
Members' cost is free.
Guests are welcome and cost is $30 per person.
March 18, 2017, Saturday, 9:45am-12:00pm (noon)
Homemade Garden Protection Structures"
Speakers: Unit Members
Our members will share their experiences creating structures that can extend the growing season both in the spring and the autumn and also protect gardens from rain, hail and sun. These structures include cold frames, anti-hail netting for the vegetable garden, shade protection for newly planted beds and a small hoop-style greenhouse. Many components of these structures are easily available items or items we already have laying about that can have a new purpose to protect our gardens. Come get ideas for projects for this year's garden.
Arrive by 9:45am for refreshments and social, meeting starts
promptly at 10:00am.
Denver Presbytery Center, 1710 S. Grant, Denver
April 15, 2017, Saturday, 9:45am-12:00pm (noon)
"Adaptogens" by Jessica Baker
Adaptogens are herbs that can help the body to adjust and defend against the effects of environmental and emotional stress. Many adaptogens grow in harsh conditions like Colorado and are able to survive extreme temperatures and wind. It is their ability to thrive amidst the intense cold and heat that gives them their medicinal qualities. This class will be an exploration of adaptogens from various cultures.
Jessica Baker is an acupuncturist, herbalist, aromatherapist and educator. Her passion for sharing the messages of the plants is reflected in her private practice and her classes on aromatherapy, herbalism, and Chinese medicine. Jessica teaches at The Colorado School of Clinical Herbalism and is an Assistant Supervising Practitioner at the Colorado School of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Jessica is a professional member of the American Herbalists Guild and the Colorado chapter of the American Herbalists Guild.
Arrive by 9:45am for refreshments and social, meeting starts
promptly at 10:00am.
Denver Presbytery Center, 1710 S. Grant, DenverArrive by 9:45am for refreshments and social, meeting starts
promptly at 10:00am.
Denver Presbytery Center, 1710 S. Grant, Denver
May 2017 (No meeting - plant sale on May 20th)
June 17, 2017, Saturday, 6:00pm-8:00pm
Annual Picnic – Potluck (members only)
July 15, 2017, Saturday, 9:45am-12:00pm (noon)
"Mushrooms" by James Wieser
Arrive by 9:45am for refreshments and social, meeting starts
promptly at 10:00am.
Location: Denver Mental Health Center,
Rm 270, 3401 Eudora St., Denver
August 19, 2017, Saturday, 9:45am-12:00pm (noon)
"Making Herbal Vinegars" by Judy Bielecki
Arrive by 9:45am for refreshments and social, meeting starts
promptly at 10:00am.
Location: Denver Mental Health Center,
Rm 270, 3401 Eudora St., Denver
September 16, 2017, Saturday, 9:45am-12:00pm (noon)
"Coriander/Cilantro Coriandrum sativum, 2017 International Herb of the Year"
Arrive by 9:45am for refreshments and social, meeting starts
promptly at 10:00am.
Location: Denver Mental Health Center,
Rm 270, 3401 Eudora St., Denver
October 21, 2017, Saturday, 9:45am-12:00pm (noon)
"Lavender" by Angie Jewett
Arrive by 9:45am for refreshments and social, meeting starts
promptly at 10:00am.
Location: Denver Mental Health Center,
Rm 270, 3401 Eudora St., Denver
November 18, 2017, Saturday, 10:30am-1:30pm
Holiday Potluck and Gift Exchange (members only)
Hudson Gardens, 6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO
December 2017, (No Meeting)
Spring Cleanup at The Hudson Gardens
April 13, 2017, 9:00am-11:00am
6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO
All members are invited to the Herb Garden at The Hudson
Gardens. This is the time of year to clean up HSA-RMU's
demonstration herb garden at The Hudson Gardens. It is also
the time we pot up seedlings, transplants and divisions.
The Herb Society of America, Rocky Mountain Unit
and Front Range Organic Gardeners
Annual Plant Sale
May 20, 2017, Saturday, 9:00am-1:00pm
Denver Presbytery Center, 1710 S. Grant, Denver
Come "Rain or Shine" we are warm and dry inside!!
For Infomation: hsarmu@yahoo.com
Tomatoes - dozens of varieties - mostly wonderful heirlooms,
50+ Herb Varieties! Other vegetables, annuals, perennials and
ground covers - ALL ORGANIC!! Most plants were started from
seed by our members or by propagation from our own gardens.
Payment: CASH ONLY
Please bring a water tight container to carry your purchases.
Spring Planting at The Hudson Gardens
June 8, 2017, Saturday, 9:00am-11:00am
6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO
The public is invited to “Meet the Herb Gardeners” in the Herb
Garden at The Hudson Gardens. HSA-RMU will be planting the
annual and tender perennial herbs at the demonstration gardens
at The Hudson Gardens.
Summer Maintenance at The Hudson Gardens
May 28 thru September 16, 2017
6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO
HSA-RMU members volunteer periodically throughout the
summer maintaining the demonstration herb garden at The
Hudson Gardens. This consists of light gardening -- cleaning up,
weeding, deadheading, replacing rocks and mulch. During this
time members will welcome visitors and answer questions.
Fall Cleanup at The Hudson Gardens
October (TBD), 2017, Saturday, 9:00am-11:00am
6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO
The public is invited to “Meet the Herb Gardeners”
in the Herb Garden at The Hudson Gardens. This is the time of
year to clean up the beds and put the tender perennials to bed
for the winter.
Herb Study Group 2017
Meets the first Monday of the month, 10:30am-12:30pm (noon)
Location and times varies, contact hsarmu@yahoo.com for details.
January 9, 2017: Mountain Mint, Pycnanthemum
Notable Native Herb 2016
February 6, 2017: Ginger, Zingiber officinale
March 6, 2017: Bitters
April 3, 2017: Sage, Salvia officinalis
May 1, 2017: Parsley, Petroselinum crispum
June 5, 2017: Memory Herbs (Rosemary and others)
July 10, 2017: Fennel, Foeniculum vulgare
August 7, 2017: Yarrow, Achillea millefolium
September 11, 2017: Coriander/Cilantro, Coriandrum sativum
2017 Herb of the Year
October 2, 2017: Datura, Datura stramonium and other
poisonous herbs
November 6, 2017: Solidago spp. Notable Native Herb 2017
December 4, 2017: Jerusalem's Restaurant
January 16, 2016, Saturday, 9:45am-12:00pm (noon)
"Fountain of Health: Anti-angiogenic Food and Herbs"
by Deb Whittaker. Deb Whittaker is a garden writer and culinary herbalist who is passionate about using herbs, spices and other foods to prevent acute illnesses as simple as the common cold to chronic diseases like cancer. She will talk about the Clean 13, the Dirty Dozen, GMOs, and anti-angiogenic foods that cut off the blood supply to cancer. She is a Master Gardener, former Public Programs Manager of Denver Botanic Gardens, a member of Slow Food and is a certified Laughter Yoga leader trainer. Her articles have appeared in Colorado Gardener, Herbs for Health, Herb Companion, FrontRangeLiving.com and can be found online at Mother Earth News.
Arrive by 9:45am for refreshments and social, meeting starts
promptly at 10:00am.
Denver Presbytery Center, 1710 S. Grant, Denver
February 20, 2016, Saturday, 9:45am-12:00pm (noon)
"Ethnobotany and Herbs for Flu" by Erin Smith
Erin started formally studying plants at age 15. She received a Liberal Arts degree at Sarah Lawrence. After traveling the world, she decided to get her Master of Science at University of Kent, Great Britain. Her masters is in Ethnobotany. She did her M.S. research in Marrakesh, Morocco studying herbs, how the culture is affected by herbs, and how herbs are used by the women of Marrakesh. Since that time, she has represented the U.N. and the International Pro Directive for Global Diversity Foundation learning from and teaching about ethnobotany in several countries. Erin completed her studies here in Colorado at the Rocky Mountain Center for Botanical Studies in Boulder. She studied clinical herbal medicine. After that, she opened a practice for 4 years dealing mostly with women's health. She is presently the director of the Center for Integrative Botanical Studies in Boulder, Co.
Arrive by 9:45am for refreshments and social, meeting starts
promptly at 10:00am.
Denver Presbytery Center, 1710 S. Grant, Denver
March 19, 2016, Saturday, 9:45am-12:00pm (noon)
"Crafting items: stenciling flower pots to sell at the Plant Sale" by Karen and Cindy.
Arrive by 9:45am for refreshments and social, meeting starts
promptly at 10:00am.
Denver Presbytery Center, 1710 S. Grant, Denver
April 16, 2016, Saturday, 9:45am-12:00pm (noon)
"Adaptogens" by Jessica Baker
Arrive by 9:45am for refreshments and social, meeting starts
promptly at 10:00am.
Denver Presbytery Center, 1710 S. Grant, Denver
May 2016 (No meeting - plant sale on May 14th)
June 18, 2016, Saturday, 11:00am-1:00pm
Annual Picnic – Potluck (members only)
Inquire at hsarmu@yahoo.com
July 16, 2016, Saturday, 9:45am-12:00pm (noon)
"Cooking With Fresh Herbs" by Josh Olsen.
Joshua Olsen is the chef, owner and manger of the Squeaky Bean Restaurant in LoDo. He wanted a restaurant that used fresh herbs and fresh produce so he started the Bean Acre Farm that he manages. This year he made 3,000 Thanksgiving meals for the needy.
Arrive by 9:45am for refreshments and social, meeting starts
promptly at 10:00am.
Denver Presbytery Center, 1710 S. Grant, Denver
August 20, 2016, Saturday, 9:45am-12:00pm (noon)
"Pepper Capsicum ssp., 2016 Herb of the Year" presented by the
Herb Study Group. Potluck using Peppers.
Arrive by 9:45am for refreshments and social, meeting starts
promptly at 10:00am.
Hudson Gardens, 6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO
September 17, 2016 Saturday, 9:45am-12:00pm (noon)
"Herbal Teas" by Brigitte Mars.
Brigitte Mars is an herbalist and nutritional consultant with over 40 years of experience. She authored several herb books (The Home Reference to Holistic Health and Healing, and The Country Almanac of Home Remedies), gives herbal tours, writes columns for The Huffington Post, teaches at many herbal education institutions including the Mayo Clinic, and developed an app called "iplant".
Arrive by 9:45am for refreshments and social, meeting starts
promptly at 10:00am.
Denver Presbytery Center, 1710 S. Grant, Denver
October 15, 2016 Saturday, 9:45am-12:00pm (noon)
"Flower Essence" by Deanne Gabriel Vierck
Arrive by 9:45am for social, meeting starts
promptly at 10:00am.
Denver Presbytery Center, 1710 S. Grant, Denver
November 19, 2016, Saturday, 11:00am-2:00pm
Holiday Party (members only)
The Inn at Hudson Garden, Pot-luck
RSVP to Dorothy K. by November 1st
December 2016 (No meeting)
Annual Tea Party "20th Anniversary"
February 28, 2016, Sunday, 1:45pm-4:00pm
The Denver Tea Room, 1165 S. Broadway, Denver
RSVP and checks are required to p.ruske9@gmail.com
by February 16, 2016. Cost is $24.
Member and Past Members only
Spring Cleanup at The Hudson Gardens
April 9, 2016, 9:00am-11:00am
6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO
All members are invited to the Herb Garden at The Hudson
Gardens. This is the time of year to clean up HSA-RMU's
demonstration herb garden at The Hudson Gardens. It is also
the time we pot up seedlings, transplants and divisions for
the plant sale.
Outreach - Public Library Exhibit
James LaRue Library, 9292 Ridgeline Blvd., Highlands Ranch
Date: the month of February 2016
The exhibit includes examples of culinary herbs, herb crafts,
herbs used in dyeing, medicinal herbs, and a section on herb
reference books and fictional books featuring herbs. A stunning
specimen of dried milkweed catches the eye of library patrons
and promotes the cultivation of the plant for the purpose of
attracting monarch butterflies.
The Herb Society of America, Rocky Mountain Unit
and Front Range Organic Gardeners
Annual Plant Sale
May 14, 2016, Saturday, 9:00am-1:00pm
Denver Presbytery Center, 1710 S. Grant, Denver
Come "Rain or Shine" we are warm and dry inside!!
For Infomation: hsarmu@yahoo.com
Tomatoes - dozens of varieties - mostly wonderful heirlooms,
50+ Herb Varieties! Other vegetables, annuals, perennials and
ground covers - ALL ORGANIC!! Most plants were started from
seed by our members or by propagation from our own gardens.
Payment: CASH ONLY
Please bring a water tight container to carry your purchases.
Spring Planting at The Hudson Gardens
May 28, 2016, Saturday, 9:00am-11:00am
6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO
The public is invited to “Meet the Herb Gardeners” in the Herb
Garden at The Hudson Gardens. HSA-RMU will be planting the
annual and tender perennial herbs at the demonstration gardens
at The Hudson Gardens.
Summer Maintenance at The Hudson Gardens
June 12 thru September 24, 2016
6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO
HSA-RMU members volunteer periodically throughout the
summer maintaining the demonstration herb garden at The
Hudson Gardens. This consists of light gardening -- cleaning up,
weeding, deadheading, replacing rocks and mulch. During this
time members will welcome visitors and answer questions.
Fall Cleanup at The Hudson Gardens
October 8, 2016, Saturday, 9:00am-11:00am
6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO
The public is invited to “Meet the Herb Gardeners”
in the Herb Garden at The Hudson Gardens. This is the time of
year to clean up the beds and put the tender perennials to bed
for the winter.
Herb Study Group 2016
Meets the first Monday of the month, 10:00am-12:00pm (noon)
Location varies, contact hsarmu@yahoo.com for details.
January 4, 2016: Vervain, Verbena ssp., Benefits of Broth
February 1, 2016: Cancelled (weather)
March 7, 2016: Fragrance Herbs, Hands-On: Herbal
Aromamisters and "Thieves" EO Blend
April 4, 2016: Wild Bergamot, Monarda fistulosa L.,
Spring Detox
May 2, 2016: Salad Burnet, Sanguisorba minor
June 6, 2016: Calendula, Calendula officinalis
July 11, 2016: Borage Borago officinalis
August 1, 2016: Pepper Capsicum ssp., 2016 Herb of the Year
(prep for Unit Program on August 20)
September 12, 2016: Allium (onion garlic chive scallion
shallot leek), Oxymel
October 3, 2016: Purple Cone Flower, Echinacea ssp., Tincture
November 7, 2016: Bay, Launus nobilis
December 5, 2016: Sherpa House Restaurant and
Cultural Center, Lunch at 12:30pm
2015 Meetings, Programs and Events
January 24, 2015, Saturday, 12:45pm-3:00pm
"Vulneraries and the Art of Making Medicinal Salves"
by Donna Burke-Wild. Presentation on the properties of oils and fats
traditionally used in medicinal salves, the health benefits of beeswax,
and the proper techniques to infuse herbs into these oils.
There is limited seating, visitors must sign-up for the program using
hsarmu@yahoo.com by January 21st.
Arrive by 12:45pm for refreshments and social, meeting starts
promptly at 1:00pm.
Denver Presbytery Center, 1710 S. Grant, Denver
February 18, 2015, Wednesday, 12:45pm-3:00pm
"Gardening with the Fae" by Marjanna Bennett from the
Westminster O'Toole's Nursery. Presentation is on fairies and how
to create a space for them in your home. This is a hands-on
presentation. Bring a flat container, pot or glass bowl for your
garden. Guest fee for soil and plants is $15 (CASH only).
For members, the soil and plants are free. Items like fairy figures,
furniture and houses will be available for purchase from Marjanna
(cash or check only). To guarantee that we have enough supplies,
sign-up for the program using hsarmu@yahoo.com.
Arrive by 12:45pm for refreshments and social, meeting starts
promptly at 1:00pm.
Denver Presbytery Center, 1710 S. Grant, Denver
March 21, 2015, Saturday, 12:45pm-3:00pm
"Agave and Other Hardy Cacti" by Kelly Grummons at Timberline
Gardens. Kelly Grummons studied botany and horticulture at the
University of Wyoming and Colorado State University in the early
1980's. He moved to Denver in 1986 to work as a horticulturist at an
enormous retail nursery (Paulino Gardens) where he developed systems
for growing over 2000 varieties of native and exotic perennial plants.
Over the years he has focused on hardy cacti. Currently Kelly is head
grower at Timberline Gardens, Inc. and writes the Q & A column in the
Colorado Gardener magazine.
To reserve your spot, guests should RSVP for the program using,
hsarmu@yahoo.com.
Arrive by 12:45pm, the program starts promptly at 1:00pm.
Timberline Gardens Schoolhouse, 11700 W. 58th Ave., Arvada,
between Simms and Ward Rd. on the south side of the street. From
58th, turn onto Tabor St. and park along the side of the retail store.
Enter through the gate between the retail store and the schoolhouse.
Because we will visit the propagation area, wear sensible shoes as the
area may be gravelly and muddy.
April 15, 2015, Wednesday, 9:45am-12:00pm (noon)
Annual Meeting
"A New Field Guide: Wild Flowers and Other Plants of the Larimer
County Foothills Region" by Jane Thomson. The guide focuses on the
most common, showy, native plants growing in the northern Colorado
foothills between 5,000 and 8,000 feet in elevation. Spiral bound and
designed to carry easily in a pack, this 4x6-in guide contains color
pictures of 115 plants, key traits for identification, comparisons between
similar species and fun facts to use in plant identification. The guide
was developed by a group of volunteers under the auspices of the
Larimer County Natural Resources Department. They include Dr. Paul
Alaback, retired University of Montana Ecology Professor, Jenna
McAleer, graduate botany student at CSU, Linda Bilsing, Lisa Matthews,
and Janet Sitas, volunteer naturalists who lead wildflower hikes in the
northern foothills, and Jane Thomson.
Ms. Thomson formerly lived in Santa Fe, NM, where she was active in
HSA's Sangre de Cristo Unit and also chaired the 2008 West District
Gathering. Now living in the Fort Collins area, she is an enthusiastic
amateur wildflower photographer.
Arrive by 9:45am for refreshments and social, meeting starts
promptly at 10:00am.
Denver Presbytery Center, 1710 S. Grant, Denver
May 2015 (No meeting - plant sale on May 16th)
June 20, 2015, Saturday, 11:00am-1:00pm
Annual Picnic – Potluck (members only)
Inquire at hsarmu@yahoo.com
July 18, 2015, Saturday, 9:45am-12:00pm (noon)
"Herb of the Year - Savory, Summer and Winter" presented by the
Herb Study Group. Potluck using Savory.
6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO
August 15, 2015, Saturday, 9:45am-12:00pm (noon)
"Dyeing” by Donna Brown.
Using natural dyes is an ancient craft rich in history and tradition.
The colors produced from using natural dyes produce a vibrant eco-
friendly color palette still used today. Donna Brown will give a
presentation on the art of natural dyeing; providing information on
the sources of natural colors and the natural dye process. She will
share information about the Janice Ford Memorial Dye Garden -- a
Collaboration with the Rocky Mountain Weavers Guild and the Denver
Botanic Gardens Chatfield and her Philanthropic work with a natural dye
project "Tintes Naturales" in Guatemala. She will have lots of samples
of naturally dyed materials to show.
Donna Brown is a production natural dyer, natural dye sales repre-
sentative for the DyeWorks, a local natural dye company, and teaches
locally and across the United States and abroad.
Arrive by 9:45am for refreshments and social, meeting starts
promptly at 10:00am.
Denver Presbytery Center, 1710 S. Grant, Denver
September 19, 2015, Saturday, 9:45am-12:00pm (noon)
"Wild Fermentation" by Cynthia Farris, AADP CHHC.
A fun and interactive class covering the beautiful and transformative
process of vegetable fermentation. Just in time for fall harvest, we'll
explore how to leverage naturally occurring bacteria in soil and on
herbs and plants to preserve and enhance abundant crops. Learn the
role of herbs as fermentation probiotic activators and deterrents of
un-desirable bacteria in enhancing flavor, safety, and probiotic richness.
The connection between the health of your garden ecosystem and the
vitality of your inner body ecosystem will be shared. As a transforma-
tional nutrition and health coach, Cynthia helps women looking for
natural and sustainable health solutions boost digestion, energy, and
brain power through easy food and lifestyle upgrades. Together with
her clients, she guides them to recognize and address the signs of
inflammation and imbalance, the root causes of illness and lack of
vitality. Her passion for inexpensive do-it-yourself whole foods based
health solutions, along with her love of botany, culinary arts and lost
traditions led her to fermentation. The unparalleled life giving qualities
of these compels her to share their power. Using homemade, probiotic-
rich foods, she enhances health by creating diverse bacterial cultures
which support overall health.
Arrive by 9:45am for refreshments and social, meeting starts
promptly at 10:00am.
Denver Presbytery Center, 1710 S. Grant, Denver
October 17, 2015, Saturday, 9:45am-12:00pm (noon)
"A tour of the Hibiscus (Mallow) Family" by Paula Szilard
Master Gardener, Herb Society member and tropical plant enthusiast
Paula Szilard will give us a tour through the mallow family, focusing on
Hibiscus, which she has grown for over 15 years. Humans grow
Hibiscus for pure enjoyment, but some members of this family are
eaten as vegetables or drunk as tea. Some can lower blood pressure
and blood lipids. Still others are used as fiber crops to make clothing,
paper and rope. Paula will focus on human use and medicinal
properties where relevant, but will also discuss growing these plants
in containers.
After living, working and gardening in Hawaii for nearly 30 years, Paula
retired to Colorado to be close to her family. She has served as a
Colorado Master Gardener in Arapahoe county for over 15 years and
at her home in Littleton on a large suburban lot where she has an Asian
ornamental garden, a large vegetable garden, a raspberry patch and a
front yard edible landscape in place of a lawn.
Arrive by 9:45am for refreshments and social, meeting starts
promptly at 10:00am.
Denver Presbytery Center, 1710 S. Grant, Denver
November 21, 2015, Saturday, 11:00am-1:30pm
Holiday Party (members only)
The Inn at Hudson Garden, Pot-luck
RSVP to
December 2015 (No meeting)
Annual Tea Party "Back to Our Roots"
March 6, 2015, Friday, 10:30am Arrival, followed by
Presentation in the Garden (10:45am), Tea Sampling (11:10am),
Tour - free (11:30am). Ends with Lunch in the Café (at your own
expense) with a stroll through memory lane with the Photo Albums.
Past members are invited.
Celestial Seasonings, 4600 Sleepytime Drive, Boulder
RSVP is required to hsarmu@yahoo.com by February 25, 2015
Member, Past Members, and Member's Guests only
Spring Cleanup at The Hudson Gardens
April 10, 2015, Friday, 9:00am-11:00am
6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO
All members are invited to the Herb Garden at The Hudson Gardens.
This is the time of year to clean up HSA-RMU's demonstration herb
garden at The Hudson Gardens. It is also the time we pot up seedlings,
transplants and divisions for the plant sale.
Outreach - Public Library Exhibit
Bemis Library, 6014 S. Datura St., Littleton, April 1 - 24, 2015
Lakewood Library, 10200 W. 20th Ave., Lakewood,
May 4 - June 28, 2015
The exhibit includes examples of culinary herbs, herb crafts, herbs
used in dyeing, medicinal herbs, and a section on herb reference books
and fictional books featuring herbs. A stunning specimen of dried
milkweed catches the eye of library patrons and promotes the
cultivation of the plant for the purpose of attracting monarch butterflies.
The Herb Society of America, Rocky Mountain Unit and
Front Range Organic Gardeners
Annual Plant Sale
May 16, 2015, Saturday, 9:00am-1:00pm
Denver Presbytery Center, 1710 S. Grant, Denver
Info: hsarmu@yahoo.com
Huge selection of organically-grown herbs, tomatoes,
vegetables, annuals and perennials for your garden! Plus bargains on
ceramic pots, garden books, tools and décor. And vendors of garden-
related items too!
CASH ONLY
Please bring a water tight container to carry your purchases.
Spring Planting at The Hudson Gardens
May 30, 2015, Saturday, 9:00am-11:00am
6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO
The public is invited to “Meet the Herb Gardeners” in the Herb Garden
at The Hudson Gardens. HSA-RMU will be planting the annual and
tender perennial herbs at the demonstration gardens at The Hudson
Gardens.
Summer Maintenance at The Hudson Gardens
June 15 thru September 20, 2015
6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO
HSA-RMU members volunteer periodically throughout the summer
maintaining the demonstration herb garden at The Hudson Gardens.
This consists of light gardening -- cleaning up, weeding, deadheading,
replacing rocks and mulch. During this time members will welcome
visitors and answer questions.
Fall Cleanup at The Hudson Gardens
September (TBD), 2015, Saturday, 9:00am-11:00am
6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO
The public is invited to “Meet the Herb Gardeners”
in the Herb Garden at The Hudson Gardens. This is the time of year
to clean up the beds and put the tender perennials to bed for
the winter.
Herb Study Group 2015
Meets the first Monday of the month, 10:00am-12:00pm (noon)
Location varies, contact hsarmu@yahoo.com for details.
January 5, 2015: Astragalus, Astragalus membranaceus
February 2, 2015: Burdock, Arctium lappa
March 2, 2015: Marshmallow, Althaea officinalis
April 6, 2015: Alfalfa, Medicago sativa
May 4, 2015: Nettle, Urtica dioica
June 1, 2015: Hawthorn, Crataegus oxyacantha
July 6, 2015: Savory (Summer Satureja hortensis/
Winter Satureja montana) 2015 Herb of the Year
August 3, 2015: Edible Flowers From My Yard
September 14, 2015: Mushrooms - culinary and medicinal
October 5, 2015: St. John's Wort, Hypericum perforatum
November 2, 2015: Horehound, Marrubium vulgare
December 7, 2015: Ethnic Cuisine - Cracovia Polish-American
Restaurant; herbs used in everyday Polish life, gardens, culinary
and folk medicine
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Officers: Chair, Vice Chair, Treasurer, Secretary
Committees:
Crafting – This committee is for those members who want to learn how to make herbal products.
Field Trips – Plans and executes interesting and informational excursions to near-by-sites of herbal interest, etc.
Historian – Collects and scrapbooks mementos and photos of HSA-RMU.
Garden – Plans the member’s participation in planting the Hudson Gardens herb garden, weeding, and putting it to bed for the winter.
Membership – Makes available membership applications, brochures and other promotional materials. Recruits new members. Makes sure that guests and new
members are welcomed and nurtured. Prepares mailings to potential new members. Updates and maintains New Membership packets. Notifies neighborhood
newspapers of monthly meetings, etc.
Newsletter – Solicits articles from membership for monthly newsletters. Helps with publication and distribution to members and subscribers.
Programs & Education – This committee schedules speakers on herbs for our monthly meetings.
Refreshments – Organizes and solicits members’ contributions for our monthly meetings, etc., (when meeting facilities allow).
Herb Study Group – Organizes, plans, and executes the study and research on herbs.
Annual Tea Party – Plans the yearly tea party that is held the last Sunday of February.
Annual Picnic – Plans the yearly picnic that is held the third Saturday of June.
Annual Holiday Party – Plans the yearly holiday party that is held the third Saturday of November.
The Herb Society of America
2015 Educational Conference and Annual Meeting of Members will be held in Williamsburg, Virginia on May 7-9, 2015. Colonial Williamsburg Lodge will be the host hotel. Conference and hotel information is now available at the HSA website http://www.herbsociety.org/events/conference-15.html. Hotel reservations at the group rate began in February 2015. Check out http://www.colonialwilliamsburg.com/ for more information about Colonial Williamsburg.
2014 Meetings, Programs and Events
January 18, 2014, Saturday, 1:00pm-3:00pm
"Ancient Ways for Today's Journey: American Indian Spiritual
Aspects of Herbs – Keeping Alive The Medicine Way"
by Margo Roberts, Laughing Willow Creations
February 19, 2014, Wednesday, 1:00pm-3:00pm
"More Herbs from Cuttings" by Dorothy Borland, HSA-RMU Member
March 19, 2014, Wednesday, 7:00pm-9:00pm
"Sempervivums as Herbs" by Jane Carpenter,
Artist, Photographer, Master Gardener 1996,
Native Plant Master 2011
Denver Presbytery Center, 1710 S. Grant, Denver
April 16, 2014, Wednesday, 7:00pm-9:00pm
Annual Meeting
"Herbs and Health" by DiAngelinus Gabriella, Nutritionist
Denver Presbytery Center, 1710 S. Grant, Denver
May (No meeting - plant sale on May 17th)
June 25, 2014, Wednesday, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Annual Picnic – Potluck (members only)
July 16, 2014, Wednesday, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Garden Committee Program - Potluck
Location: *
August 23, 2014, Saturday, 9:00am-1:00pm
"Herbal Eco-dyeing Workshop: Dye with plant material, including
home-grown Japanese indigo, in an ecologically sustainable
way” with Peggy Vonburg, HSA-RMU Member.
Potluck Brunch.
September 17, 2014, Wednesday, 7:00pm-9:00pm
"Fall Planted Bulbs" by Harriet McMillan, an Echter's Horticulture
Specialists. Discover new varieties of tulips and daffodils as well as
other interesting and unique types of bulbs. Learn how to prepare
your soil and maintain for years of beauty.
Denver Presbytery Center, 1710 S. Grant, Denver
October 15, 2014, Wednesday, 6:45pm-9:00pm
"Amazing Artemisias: Mugwort and Southernwood"
Learn how to grow and use two Artemisia cousins. Informational
hands-on program...from the mundane, to the unusual, to the
mysterious. Presented by HSA-RMU and led by Karen F., Pat R.
and Peggy V. Herbal door-prizes!!
Arrive by 6:45pm for refreshments and social.
Denver Presbytery Center, 1710 S. Grant, Denver
November 19, 2014, Wednesday, 6:30pm-9:00pm
Holiday Party (members only)
The Hudson Garden's Log Cabin, Pot-luck
RSVP to Dorothy K.
December 2014 (No meeting)
* Inquires on meeting location should be sent to: hsarmu@yahoo.com
Annual Spring Tea Party
March 1, 2014, Saturday, 1:30pm
Byers-Evans House, 1310 Bannock Street
A tour of the house starts at 1:30pm and the tea follows
The cost is $25 per person
RSVP is required to hsarmu@yahoo.com
Guests are welcome
Echter's Echxpo 2014 at Echter's Nursey & Garden Center
5150 Garrison St., Arvada, CO 80002
Seminars, Vendors and Trade Show. Meet the experts.
March 7, Friday 3:00pm-5:30pm
March 8, Saturday 10:00am-5:30pm
*2:30pm-3:00pm This Herbs for You by Donna Shelley, HSA-RMU
Harvesting, preserving and making the most of your herbs.
March 9, Sunday 12:00pm noon-4:00pm
Spring Cleanup at The Hudson Gardens
April 19, 2014, Saturday, 9:00am-11:00am
6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO
The public is invited to “Meet the Herb Gardeners”
in the Herb Garden at The Hudson Gardens.
This is the time of year to clean up HSA-RMU's demonstration herb
garden at The Hudson Gardens. It is also the time we pot up seedlings
and divisions for the plant sale.
The Herb Society of America, Rocky Mountain Unit and
Front Range Organic Gardeners
Annual Plant Sale
May 17, 2014, Saturday, 9:00am-1:00pm
Denver Presbytery Center, 1710 S. Grant, Denver
Info: hsarmu@yahoo.com
Huge selection of organically-grown herbs, tomatoes,
vegetables, annuals and perennials for your garden! Plus bargains on
ceramic pots and garden books, tools & décor. And vendors of garden-
related items too!
CASH ONLY
Please bring a water tight container to carry your purchases.
Spring Planting at The Hudson Gardens 2014
June 7, 2014, Saturday, 9:00am-11:00am
6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO
The public is invited to “Meet the Herb Gardeners”
in the Herb Garden at The Hudson Gardens.
HSA-RMU will be planting the annual and tender perennial herbs at the
demonstration gardens at The Hudson Gardens. This is a late start to
the season but the long wet spring has delayed planting for most of us.
Summer Maintenance at The Hudson Gardens 2014
June 15 thru September 20, 2014
6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO
HSA-RMU members volunteer periodically throughout the summer
maintaining the demonstration herb garden at The Hudson Gardens.
This consists of light gardening -- cleaning up, weeding, deadheading,
replacing rocks and mulch. During this time members will welcome
visitors and answer questions.
Fieldtrip on Friday, August 8, 2014
Visit to the CSU Flower Trial Garden in Ft. Collins. Carpool to Ft. Collins
and/or meet at the gardens (South College Ave at East Lake St.) around
10:15am. Afterwards, we'll head over to Young's Café on South College
for lunch. RSVP to Betty Jo so she'll know to watch for you and will provide
carpool information. Take a look at http://www.flowertrials.colostate.edu/.
Fall Cleanup at The Hudson Gardens 2014
September 20, 2014, Saturday, 9:00am-11:00am
6115 S. Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, CO
The public is invited to “Meet the Herb Gardeners”
in the Herb Garden at The Hudson Gardens. This is the time of year
to clean up the beds and put the tender perennials to bed for
the winter.
Herb Study Group 2014
Meets the first Monday of the month, 10:00am-12:00pm (noon)
Location varies, contact hsarmu@yahoo.com for details
January 3, 2014: Costmary, Pin. Sage, Sct. Geranium, Ind. Sweet Grass
February 5, 2014: Chocolate
March 5, 2014: "Wicked Bugs" by Amy Stewart
April 2, 2014: Nettles, Urtica dioica
May 7, 2014: Artemisia, Artemsia spp. 2014 Herb of the Year
July 2, 2014: Chihuly Exhibit at Denver Botanical Gardens
September 3, 2014: Lemon Balm, Melissa officinalis
October 1, 2014: Mugwort, Artemiia vulgaris
November 3, 2014: Mullein, Verbascum thapsus
December 1, 2014: Chocolate and Cacao, Theobroma cacao
The Herb Society of America
2014 Educational Conference and Annual Meeting of Members--"California Dreaming" will be held in Concord, California
June 20-21, 2014. Concord provides ready access to San Francisco, Berkeley, Napa Valley, Silicon Valley and Sacramento. This convenient, central location, with its temperate climate, allows residents and visitors to enjoy a wide variety of unique and scenic attractions within the immediate Bay Area as well as throughout Northern California. The Hilton Concord Hotel, 1970 Diamond Blvd., Concord, California 94520-5718 http://www.herbsociety.org/events/conference-14.html
Medicinal Disclaimer:
It is the policy of The Herb Society of America not to advise or recommend herbs for medicinal or health use. This information is intended for educational purposes only and should not be considered as a recommendation or an endorsement of any particular medical or health treatment.