Upcoming Events at Innisfree Farm
Friday, April 18th
Wheel of the Seasons: Aligning with the 5 Elements using Herbal Medicine
with Alina Baker
Spring (Wood Element) – Growth & Renewal
5 pm – 7 pm
Spring is the season of new beginnings, expansion, and vitality, governed by the Wood element. In this session, we’ll explore herbs that support the liver, enhance detoxification, and promote flexibility—physically and emotionally. Learn how to work with spring’s upward-moving energy to clear stagnation, boost circulation, and harness the season’s momentum for renewal and growth.
Saturday, May 10th
Garden Work Party
Come spend a beautiful spring day in the gardens at Innisfree Farm & Botanic Garden!
On May 10th, we’re rolling up our sleeves for a garden work party, and we’d love your help getting the farm ready for the summer season. Together, we’ll rejuvenate the herb beds in the apothecary and botanical gardens (weeding, mulching & more!) In exchange for your hard work, enjoy a delicious vegetarian lunch and great company.
Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just love being outdoors, this is a great chance to connect with the land, learn new skills, and be part of our vibrant farm community. We can’t wait to see you there!
Please RSVP to: innisfreefarmbc@gmail.com
Saturday, May 31st
Café Opening & Plant Sale
10 am – 4 pm
Join us for this much-anticipated annual event to kick off our 20th year serving the community! Come peruse a wide assortment of medicinal and edible plant starts ready for rehoming. Finish off your shopping with a relaxing stroll through the gardens while sipping on farm-fresh tea.
Friday, June 27th
Wheel of the Seasons: Aligning with the 5 Elements using Herbal Medicine
with Alina Baker
Summer (Fire Element) – Radiance & Vitality
5 pm – 7 pm
Summer is ruled by the Fire element, representing joy, heart health, and full yang energy. This session focuses on herbs and foods that cool excess heat, support cardiovascular health, and balance the emotions. We’ll also discuss ways to stay hydrated, energized, and emotionally centered during the most active season of the year.
Friday, August 22nd
Wheel of the Seasons: Aligning with the 5 Elements using Herbal Medicine
with Alina Baker
Late Summer (Earth Element) – Nourishment & Stability
5 pm – 7 pm
Late Summer is a transitional season governed by the Earth element, associated with digestion, grounding, and nourishment. In this class, we’ll explore herbs that strengthen the spleen and stomach, regulate digestion, and enhance gut health. Learn how to cultivate stability and balance as the seasons shift and prepare for the descent into autumn.
Friday, October 17th
Wheel of the Seasons: Aligning with the 5 Elements using Herbal Medicine
with Alina Baker
Autumn (Metal Element) – Letting Go & Protection
5 pm – 7 pm
Autumn is the season of release, refinement, and preparation for rest, ruled by the Metal element. This session will focus on lung and immune-supportive herbs to fortify defenses, clear the airways, and prepare the body for the colder months ahead. We’ll also explore the emotional aspect of autumn—learning how to embrace change and let go of what no longer serves us.
Friday, December 12th
Wheel of the Seasons: Aligning with the 5 Elements using Herbal Medicine
with Alina Baker
Winter (Water Element) – Rest & Resilience
5 pm – 7 pm
Winter is the most yin time of year, a season of deep restoration, introspection, and conservation, governed by the Water element. In this session, we’ll explore herbs that nourish the kidneys, support adrenal health, and build resilience for the year ahead. Learn how to embrace restorative practices, warm foods, and strengthening tonics to stay balanced through the cold and dark months.
