Are you ready to explore herbal medicine making? Join Melonie Lusk, Crabtree Farms Executive Director and blossoming herbalist for an evening of hands-on learning. Together you will explore common herbal medicine-making modalities including topical and internal preparations such as tinctures, capsules, flower essences, poultices and more. Each participant will have the opportunity to try their hand at herb crafting […]

Vengan a aprender de la maestra jardinera Karen Creel, quien ha enseñado docenas de clases de jardinería aquí en Crabtree Farms para personas de todo nivel de experiencia. Nos reuniremos en el jardín comunitaria de Crabtree Farms, y habrá un intérprete de español. 1000 E 30th St Chattanooga Martes 11 de junio 5:30 a 7pm […]

Join us at Crabtree Farms for an enchanting celebration of Litha, the summer solstice, as we honor the peak of the sun's journey and the abundance of the season. Immerse yourself in a magical evening filled with rituals, feasting, and community, set amidst the lush surroundings of the farm's vibrant landscape.

In the spirit of Litha's radiant energy, we invite you to come together with kindred spirits to celebrate the warmth of the sun, the bounty of the earth, and the joys of love and connection. From calling the quarters to crafting traditional sunwheels, indulge in rituals steeped in ancient tradition and spiritual significance.

Feast on a sumptuous spread of seasonal delights, celebrating the abundance of the earth and the nourishment it provides. Engage your hands and hearts in crafting sacred symbols of protection and love, invoking the blessings of the sun's rays and the power of the season's magic.

Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or simply drawn to the beauty and wonder of the natural world, all are welcome to join us for this unforgettable evening of love, light, and community. Secure your place in this transformative celebration and dance in the embrace of Litha's enchanting energy.

Keeping bees is an increasingly popular pastime. It should be enjoyable, educational and make a meaningful contribution to a healthy environment. It also benefits mental and physical wellbeing, and as a bonus, you can even enjoy real, raw honey! This workshop will introduce you to the key concepts in beekeeping – basic bee biology, beekeeping […]

As climates shift on a global and local scale, designing our living and ecological spaces for resilience is key. In this course, we will focus on the capacity to harvest rainwater in the soil using principles of slow, sink, and spread. We will work together around a site example to better understand the concepts and […]

Celebrate the Seasons! Bounty and Bliss - Lughnassadh Ritual and Feast Abundance Awaits.... Step into the magic of harvest at Crabtree Farms and join us for an immersive celebration of Lughnassadh, the ancient festival honoring the Celtic god Lugh. Families are invited to this enriching, educational experience featuring rituals, a feast of fresh local foods, […]

Skill Strengthening Workshop: Tool Time for Girls! JOIN THE FACEBOOK DISCUSSION HERE! If you have a small-ish body building can seem impossible and heavy things often don’t get moved. This workshop will explore how to do big things when you are a “little thing”. This workshop answers the question go how does a 5’5 person […]

Join us for a unique and hands-on Fresh Indigo Workshop at Crabtree Farms on August 17th, led by local expert Jan Quarles. Dive into the world of natural dyes with Japanese indigo leaves, harvested at their peak for optimal color extraction. In this intimate workshop, limited to 6 participants, you’ll learn the traditional art of […]

Indulge in a self-care workshop, learn how to make a healing skin salve and a calendula face oil, that will moisturize and replenish your skin.

We will provide the ingredients, so just come, relax, and learn how to care for your skin using the power of plants!