5-8pm
$10/adult, $5/child
Free for Guiding Wellness Institute members
As a holistic hub for community wellness, Guiding Wellness Institute is now an official gathering spot for Sustainable Neighbors, one of Fayetteville’s top organizations dedicated to local food and sustainability education! GWI and Sustainable Neighbors have collaborated to offer a monthly social and educational event every 2nd Friday on our gorgeous patio and garden space.
The purpose of these gatherings is to bring people together to exchange ideas and build upon the communities we love. This diverse crowd of all ages and every walk of life cares about living a more sustainable, holistic lifestyle and gathers monthly to connect, learn, mingle, and network. All are welcome!
Every monthly social is built around the “12 Minute Mic” initiative–our version of abbreviated TEDx Talks by guest speakers meant to inspire and educate! A wide range of thought-provoking sustainable lifestyle topics will be explored. The evening also includes group discussions, food demos, networking, and even game options for family play.
Let us know you’re coming by registering through our calendar at https://guidingwellness.com/services/shop-2/
***You are welcome to bring your own picnic and/or beverage to enjoy during the event OR check out our new pre-ordered meal option:
Vegetarian dinner catered by Chef Stacie Carames of Lou’s Backstreet Grill: $10.00/meal
From scratch with fresh produce from local farmers!
PRE-ORDER REQUIRED.
Wrap: Hummus Wrap w/ Lentil Chips
Or
Kale Salad w/ Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Craisins,
Pecans, and Lemon Chia Dressing
Dessert: Fresh Fruit Salad
To Order: Email your name and menu choices to Chef Stacie at msgirl2014@gmail.com by Monday, Sept. 5 and pay when you pick up at the Friday event. Cash or Check only. Checks should be made payable to Stacie Carames.
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Guest Speakers
“DIY Projects: Recycled Pallets”
Steven & Melissa Jones
Urban Farmers & Educators
Owners & Publishers, From Scratch Magazine
Founders, The Herbal Homestead
Steven and his wife Melissa are a talented team with a big heart for building community in the modern sustainable living movement. Both are inspiring educators who will get you to laugh as they share their knowledge and experience. Steven will explore how you can reuse pallets for various home projects, offering a brief How-To on building a vertical pallet garden!
“The Be Well Way”
Kelsy Timas
Board-Certified Holistic Health Practitioner
Life Coach & Wellness Educator
Founder, Guiding Wellness Institute
Kelsy is a natural entrepreneur with a pioneering spirit that has never been afraid to create solutions needed to find “a better way.” “The Be Well Way” is this holistic entrepreneur’s crazy idea to creating a better world! Meet the visionary behind this inspiring story of transformation for the individual, the business, the community and the world.
“Smart Snacks: Back to School”
Samantha Peterson
Director, Slow Food Fayetteville
Director of Community Education, Guiding Wellness Institute
Local Food Coordinator
As a working mom of two, Samantha understands the constant battle moms face to get fresh and healthy snacks on the plate with limited time. Learn how to swap the processed “necessities” most of us find ourselves reaching for by replacing them with healthy, delicious alternatives. These nutrient dense snacks are sure to please the pickiest of eaters, while satisfying mom too.
“The Medicinal Backyard”
Thomas Clark
Owner, Bordeaux Regional Nursery
Educator
In our fast-paced culture we’re often sold on the idea that the remedy to an ailment only comes from a small box or jar containing a medicine composed of ingredients we cannot pronounce with origins unknown. However, in the past many individuals kept a medicinal section in their gardens as a way of maintaining their own personal health and independence. “The Medicinal Backyard” is a brief introduction to several critical medicinal plants that every gardener should have in their plot or yard as the backbone of a permaculture plan.
Interested in being a speaker at a future Fay Fresh Friday event? Contact Marsha Howe at marshahowe@gmail.com.
