Discover the Natural Medicine of Summer with Summertime Herbs at Hagaman Memorial Library
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As part of our Summer Reading theme, "Plant a Seed and Read," join Clinical Herbalist Nora Toomey at Hagaman Memorial Library for a free introduction to summertime herbs and their traditional uses. Drawing on her training and experience in clinical herbalism, Nora will discuss how various herbs have been used in herbal traditions to support seasonal wellness, including topics such as digestion, hydration, cooling herbs, and antioxidant-rich plants. Participants will learn about the history, preparation, and cultural uses of common summertime herbs and have the opportunity to explore the role of herbalism in contemporary wellness practices.
About Our Guest and Presenter:
Nora Toomey is a writer and Clinical Herbalist. She holds an MFA in Poetry from California College of the Arts and a Clinical Herbalist Certification from the Berkeley Herbal Center. In 2020, she co-founded Flower & Frequency, a plant- and sound-based wellness company, while developing her private herbal practice and product line, True Bloom. Nora has volunteered with the People's Medicine Project, worked in the Berkeley Herbal Center's Community Clinic, written for the Herbal Academy, and developed herbal education programs for libraries and senior centers throughout Connecticut, New York, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island.
**Health Information Disclaimer**
This program is offered for educational and informational purposes only. Hagaman Memorial Library provides access to a wide range of educational programs and viewpoints, and inclusion of this event does not constitute endorsement of any health claims, products, treatments, or practices discussed. The views and information presented are those of the speaker and do not necessarily reflect those of Hagaman Memorial Library.
Discussion of herbs, supplements, and wellness practices may include traditional, historical, or anecdotal uses that have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and may not be supported by scientific consensus. Information shared during this program should not be considered medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Participants should consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or before using herbal products, particularly if they are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or managing a health condition.
About Our Guest and Presenter:
Nora Toomey is a writer and Clinical Herbalist. She holds an MFA in Poetry from California College of the Arts and a Clinical Herbalist Certification from the Berkeley Herbal Center. In 2020, she co-founded Flower & Frequency, a plant- and sound-based wellness company, while developing her private herbal practice and product line, True Bloom. Nora has volunteered with the People's Medicine Project, worked in the Berkeley Herbal Center's Community Clinic, written for the Herbal Academy, and developed herbal education programs for libraries and senior centers throughout Connecticut, New York, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island.
**Health Information Disclaimer**
This program is offered for educational and informational purposes only. Hagaman Memorial Library provides access to a wide range of educational programs and viewpoints, and inclusion of this event does not constitute endorsement of any health claims, products, treatments, or practices discussed. The views and information presented are those of the speaker and do not necessarily reflect those of Hagaman Memorial Library.
Discussion of herbs, supplements, and wellness practices may include traditional, historical, or anecdotal uses that have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and may not be supported by scientific consensus. Information shared during this program should not be considered medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Participants should consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or before using herbal products, particularly if they are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or managing a health condition.
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