Chicago, IL – The PCC Austin farm will be hosting Women and Herbs, a free community workshop on Thursday, May 18, 2017 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. During the workshop, participants will have the opportunity to plant their own seedlings, learn about how to use herbs for health and wellness, and tour the farm.
“As Hippocrates once said, let food be by medicine and medicine be thy food,” said Mary Sommers, Director of Maternal Child Programs and Birth Center Operations. “Don’t be intimidated by gardening and herbs! This workshop is for beginners and for those interested in learning how to plant, grow, and use your own herbs.”
The PCC Austin Farm is adjacent to PCC Austin Family Health Center, located at 5425 Lake Street, Chicago, 60644. The workshop is sponsored by the Birth Center at PCC, the only freestanding birth center in the Chicagoland area. Snacks and tea will be provided. To RSVP, or for more information, call 708-317-3035 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..