Article in the City Paper!

Check out the article in this week's City Paper!  It's all about Bridget's Apothecary and January's Herbal Make-and-Learn!

http://www.pittsburghcitypaper.ws/pittsburgh/herbalist-moirin-reynolds-brews-teas-tinctures-and-good-feelings/Content?oid=1501610

Date Change

The April class is changing from a Tuesday night to a Wednesday night, April 25th at 7pm.

Also, the March Deodorant Make-and-Learn is coming up, and we are getting full!  So sign up now if you want a spot! 

Here are the dates coming up:

March 20th: Natural Deodorant
April 25th: Lotion and Lip Balm (Wednesday night class!)
May 22nd: Natural Bug Repellent

RSVP to Moirin at bridgetsapothecary@gmail.com or 412.908.0454
These are all evening classes from 7-9pm at Buena Vista Cafe on the Northside. 1501 Buena Vista St. 15212
Sign up in advance, as space is limited! 
Let's start something big!

Spring Class Schedule

Here is the spring class schedule (and there may be more classes and new venues added soon!)

Once a month I will be having a class on Tuesday nights at 7pm at Buena Vista Cafe on the Northside. 1501 Buena Vista St. 15212
Sign up in advance, as space is limited!
Feel free to spread the word to other interested friends.
Let's start something BIG!

January 24th: Herbal Basics: Infusions, Decoctions and Tinctures
February 21st: Herbal Oil and Skin Salve
March 20th: Natural Deodorant
April 24th: Lotion and Lip Balm
May 22nd: Natural Bug Repellent

RSVP to Moirin at bridgetsapothecary@gmail.com or 412.908.0454

Hope to see you all soon!

Infusions, Decoctions, and Tinctures: Herbal Basics Make-and-Learn

Are you interested in herbalism but don't know where to begin? Come to the next Make-and-Learn! We will discuss the difference between an infusion, a decoction and a tincture, we will make and sample infusions and decoctions, and you will take home the tincture you start at the class. We will start with simple herbs, many that you have already heard of and use on a daily basis. Bring your inquisitive mind, and enthusiastic spirit, and a friend! Let's start something big!

When: Tuesday, January 24th, 7pm
Where: Buena Vista Coffee shop (1501 Buena Vista St) on the Northside, 15212
Cost: $15 (includes class and all materials and herbs/tincture to take home)
RSVP: bridgetsapothecary@gmail.com Space is limited!

Gift Fair!

Hello Friends,
I will be selling my products at a local "last minute gift" fair on the Northside next week. This will be held Tuesday, the evening of the 20th from 6:30-9pm at 1501 Buena Vista St, Pittsburgh, 15212. Corner of Jacksonia (Buena Vista Coffee shop).

Come by after work and pick up some wonderful unique last minute gifts while supporting local artists! Or come down and have a cup of coffee and chat. Should be a lovely time.

You can check out the Facebook Event to view the list of vendors signed up:
http://www.facebook.com/#!/events/189838504439323/

And if I don't get to see you, thank you each again for your support this year. I have many blessings to count.

Wishing all of you the warmth and blessings of the season.

~Moirin

3 more classes

Hello friends!

The next three classes will be held in the evenings at Buena Vista Coffee on the Northside. Come join in the fun, and spread the word! If you can't make it to this Saturday's Elderberry syrup class, I'll be having it again in November at Buena Vista. Hope to see you!

All classes will be held on Tuesday evenings from 7pm to 9pm. The coffee shop will officially be closed, but I will have a pot of tea on hand for us :)

Herbal Oil and Healing Skin Salve: October 25th

Natural Cold Care, Elderberry Syrup: November 8th

Lotion and Lip Balm: December 6th

Buena Vista Coffee, 1501 Buena Vista St. Pittsburgh Pa 15212

Classes are $15 each, but if you pay for all three in advance it will be just $38. That's more than a 15% savings! (I will offer a similar discount if you have already taken one class, but sign up in advance for the other two)


Herbal Oil and Healing Skin Salve Make-and-Learn (Tuesday October 25, 7-9pm)

In this class you will learn how to make an herbal oil using the folk method, and then we will turn a previously made herbal oil into a healing skin salve. We will discuss the healing properties of the three herbs used, and talk about the many applications of this particular salve. St. John's Wort, Comfrey and Calendula are the herbs that make this an invaluable salve for cuts, burns, and bruises. Everyone will take home the recipe and a tin of salve that we make together that night.


Natural Cold Care and prevention: Elderberry Syrup (Tuesday, Nov. 8th 7-9pm)

We are getting a taste of cool weather, and starting to hear the sniffles, sneezes, and coughing of the season. Let's come together and make a trusted remedy for health! Elderberries have long been used for the prevention and healing of colds and flu, and research is starting to catch up. In this class we will talk about the medicinal properties of Elderberry (Sambucus nigra), natural ways to boost your immune system, and helpful hints to use if you start coming down with something. We will make Elderberry Syrup, and everyone will take home a 2 ounce, amber bottle of this beneficial syrup.


Lotion and Lip Balm (Tuesday, Dec. 6th 7-9pm)
Interested in making your own body care products? Come join us to see how easy it really is to make lotion and lip balm in your own kitchen. We will talk about the benefits of making your own products, the different types of oils you can choose, and where to find the supplies. This is a hands-on class, everyone will participate in the making of these two simple products. Each student will receive a 2-oz jar of lotion and a tube of lip balm from what we make, these also make great gifts!

October 15th Make-and-Learn!

Natural Cold Care and prevention: Elderberry Syrup

We are getting a taste of cool weather, and starting to hear the sniffles, sneezes, and coughing of the season. Let's come together and make a trusted remedy for health! Elderberries have long been used for the prevention and healing of colds and flu, and research is starting to catch up. In this class we will talk about the medicinal properties of Elderberry (Sambucus nigra), natural ways to boost your immune system, and helpful hints to use if you start coming down with something. We will make Elderberry Syrup, and everyone will take home a 2 ounce, amber bottle of this beneficial syrup.

I will also have extra dried herbs available for purchase so you can easily make more at home.

When: Saturday, October 15 Noon-2pm
Where: Polish Hill Civic Association, 3060 Brereton Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15219-3866
Cost: $15 ( includes class, materials and supplies, the recipe, and a 2 ounce amber jar of syrup)

Please RSVP, space is limited! bridgetsapothecary@gmail.com
Hope to see you!