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Herb class offers home remedies, good health
Photos and story by James Hill
LAKE OSWEGO, Ore. – Discover how to blend ancient herbal recipes into cures for modern illnesses. A non-credit Portland Community College class will explain the healing benefits of herbs and how to incorporate them into your daily life.Herbs for Health and Healing will take the mystery out of natural remedies with a hands-on session in herb blending. Instructor Elise Schroeder will also lead students on an herbal identification walk. From picking freshly grown plants to bottling them for your family healthcare, the class offers a complete look at the process of incorporating herbal approaches."This is a great way to learn safe and affordable natural remedies for you and your family,"says Cecelia Barry, PCC Community Education manager. "Elise offers a fascinating look at alternative healthcare which you can put into practice right away."The class will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Tuesdays, June 24 through July 8, in the Birch Room of the Lake Oswego Adult Community Center, 505 G Ave.For more information, contact PCC Community Education at 503-731-6622.
About James Hill
James G. Hill, an award-winning journalist and public relations writer, is the Director of Public Relations at Portland Community College. A graduate of Portland State University, James has worked as a section editor for the Newberg Graphic... more »