The Organic Teaching Kitchen

Meditation/Reiki Circle - Open House
2019-12-14 16:00 - 17:30 (America/New_York)
BREATHE – RE-CENTER – RE-CONNECT WITH THE PEACE AND JOY OF THE SEASON!
Join Myra Oney, Reiki Master, for Afternoon Tea and Community Meditation Reiki Circle
DATE: Saturday, December 14th
TIME: 4:00-5:30pm
MEDITATION REIKI CIRCLE BEGINS @ 4:45pm.
Join us for light refreshments + hot cider
FREE / RSVP

Educational Workshop on CBD
2019-10-23 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Join Debra Borchardt, CEO of the Green Market Report, and Soli Pierce of Sherwood Forest Design for a wellness event to learn all about Cannabidiol (CBD).
Debra and Soli will share information about the many uses and benefits CBD in your wellness routine and how CBD is being used as a natural plant-based way to treat anxiety, depression, inflammation, acne and pain. “This is not about getting high, it is about getting healthy”.
CBD is part of the hemp plant but does not contain THC, the psychoactive element of hemp.
Products will be available to sample and purchase.
FREE EVENT, all are welcome.
DATE: Wednesday, October 23rd
TIME: 6:30-8:00
RSVP

SEASONAL SALADS
2019-07-31 17:00 - 18:30 UTC | The Organic Teaching Kitchen, 18 Old Post Road South, Croton-on-Hudson, NY, 10520, United States
Summer Salads are the perfect go to meal. Bring your aprons for a delicious evening of chopping, blending, cooking and eating. In this “hands-on” cooking class, we will be using seasonal ingredients to create 2 summer salads and a green summer smoothie too. Gluten free and vegetarian friendly.
DATE: WEDNESDAY, July 31st
TIME: 5-6:30PM
COST: $70

Crystal Mediation
2019-04-05 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | The Organic Teaching Kitchen, 18 Old Post Road South, Croton-on-Hudson, NY, 10520, United States
ATTUNE TO THE ENERGY OF CRYSTALS WITH *AMY LUKE
Adding crystals to your meditation practice adds a dimension of inner exploration, clears negativity, raises your consciousness and deepens intuition and insight.
FRIDAY, April 5th
TIME: 7:00-8:00PM
COST: $20
RSVP
*Amy Luke is a certified yoga & meditation teacher, Reiki 11 practitioner, artist & crystal healer.

HOLIDAY TREATS+SWEETS
2019-02-02 11:00 - 12:15 UTC | The Organic Teaching Kitchen, 18 Old Post Road South, Croton-on-Hudson, NY, 10520, United States
Just in time for the VALENTINES DAY, discover the artful technique of making richly-flavored, creamy-textured raw chocolates & sweets infused with high-quality organic & nutritious super foods without using refined sugars. You will leave with samples and recipes.

WHEN: Saturday, Feb. 9th
TIME: 11:00am-12:30pm
COST:$65 Sign up with a friend, $55 each
email to register

HOLIDAY POP UP SHOP
2018-11-19 11:00 - 16:00 UTC
Shades of Greens Holiday Pop-up-Shop
Our Materials are freshly harvested and our team of Artist gardeners are excited to create one of a kind adornments.
We grow Magnolia, Winterberry, Redtwig dogwood, Cedar and much more!

Please join us to spread holiday cheer, peace, and beauty with gifts from the garden.
DATES: Nov 19, 20th, 21st & 24th
TIME: 11-4pm (or by appointment)
Questions? email Myra at Shades of Green

Find out more about our delivery and installation service

Cooking Classes @ Premier Athletic Club
2018-06-23 17:00 - 18:15 UTC | Premier Athletic Club, 2127 Albany Post Road, Montrose , NY, 10520, United States
FUEL YOUR BODY TO IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH & PERFORMANCE
Premier Athletic Club is teaming up with The Organic Teaching Kitchen for COOKING CLASSES.
Join Susan Chasen & Fitness Director Jackie Ettere, for an interactive cooking class sharing simple tips and cooling techniques using organic nutritious whole foods.
NEXT CLASS:
6/26/18 – Guilt Free Sweets – 5:00-6:15PPM
COST: $45 per class
RSVP – Jackie 914.739.7755 x 108

Summerfest
2018-06-03 12:30 - 17:30 UTC | The Organic Teaching Kitchen, 18 Old Post Road South, Croton-on-Hudson, NY, 10520, United States
Summer in Croton is about to kick off with it’s 32nd Annual Summerfest Celebration.
Come and enjoy the heart of the Upper Village on Sunday, June 3rd!
Stop by The Organic Teaching Kitchen to sample watermelon gazpacho and for a chance to win a 1-hour health coaching session.

Qi Gong
2018-05-20 08:45 - 09:45 UTC | The Organic Teaching Kitchen, 18 Old Post Road South, Croton-on-Hudson, NY, 10520, United States
Learn this ancient Chinese Art of Energy Cultivation
Balance the Body ~ Calm the Mind ~ Lift the Spirit
Instructor: Carol Davis (see Bio below)
SPRING SESSION
DATE: Sunday, May 20th
TIME: 8:45-9:45am
Info/Reservations: email Carol
Cost: $15/drop in class
Carol Davis is a certified yoga instructor (RYT 200). In addition, she teaches Yin Yoga, Mat Pilates, Spin and is now teaching Qi Gong, also known as Daoist or Chinese Yoga.

Kids Cooking Class @ Briarcliff Rec
2018-05-10 15:45 - 16:45 UTC | BRIARCLIFF MANOR RECREATION DEPARTMENT, 3 LIBRARY ROAD, BRIARCLIFF MANOR, NY 10510 , 10510, United States
TOTK kids cooking class goes on location to Briarcliff!
Parents, send your kids to my fun & interactive cooking class. They will be blending, stirring, mixing, cooking & baking organic whole foods that will have them begging for more. Shhhh… don’t tell them they will also be learning why these foods are an important part of their diets!
The class is gluten free and vegetarian friendly.
Thursdays, April 12th, 19th, 26th, May 3rd, 10th
Grades K-2 3:45-4:45pm
Grades 3-5 5:00-6:00pm
$185 one hour sessions – Village Residents (VBMR) $195.00 for five (5) one hour sessions – School District (BMSD) & Non-Residents
sign up

Soup, Soul & Himalayan Bowls
2018-04-06 17:15 - 19:45 UTC | The Organic Teaching Kitchen, 18 Old Post Road South, Croton-on-Hudson, NY, 10520, United States
Join Sound Healer Michelle Clifton and Health Coach Susan Chasen for a nourishing evening that will feed your body and soul.
The evening begins cooking in the kitchen prepping a seasonal soup and salad that’s organic, gluten-free and vegetarian friendly.
Then, Michelle will guide you in a wellness circle where you will experience deep relaxation while Himalayan Singing Bowls, crystal bowls, chimes, tuning forks, and tingsha are played in the room retuning and balancing your own vibration and awakening your body’s innate healing powers.
We will gather around the table together, a circle of women, maybe men, to share a nourishing dinner, a spirit of friendship and community.
WHEN: Friday, April 6th, 2018
TIME: 5:15-7:45pm
COST: $65
RSVP

Chocolate Meditation
2018-04-01 10:00 - 23:00 UTC | The Organic Teaching Kitchen, 18 Old Post Road South, Croton-on-Hudson, NY, 10520, United States
Join Amy Reyer, Ph.D. for a special ‘chocolate” and loving-kindness meditation, an ancient mindfulness-based practice designed for emotional healing, mood enhancement, building self-confidence, social connection and overall mental well-being.
$15 per person. You can pay at the door or here. The fees help to cover the rental and operational costs of the running the group. If the fee is a hindrance for you, please reach out to Amy about volunteering for a reduced or waived fee.
DATE: Sunday, April 1st
TIME: 10-11:00AM
RSVP

Spring Treats + Sweets Baking Class
2018-03-18 12:00 - 13:30 UTC | The Organic Teaching Kitchen, 18 Old Post Road South, Croton-on-Hudson, NY, 10520, United States
Join in for a fun filled ‘hands-on’ sweet class where will will be whipping up sweet treats for the upcoming Easter & Passover Holidays.
Gluten-Free, Egg-Free, Dairy-Free, refined sugar-free, you can now have your sweets and eat them, ‘guilt-free’ too!
If you love sweets like truffles and macaroons, sign up.
Leave with easy to make-at-home recipes and samples, if you don’t devour them all!
Tweens, Teens and Adults are welcomed!
WHEN: Sunday, March 18th
TIME: 12-1:30pm
COST: $45

Sweets+Treats Class

Sunday 3/18 $45.00 USD

A Day Of Wellness & Relaxation at the Library
2018-01-20 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | The Organic Teaching Kitchen, 18 Old Post Road South, Croton-on-Hudson, NY, 10520, United States
Mental stimulation, stress alleviation and physical rejuvenation await participants in the Croton Free Library’s Wellness Day workshop series. Explore ways to enjoy a lifestyle full of positive energy. Teens and adults are invited to attend workshops led by local experts and running consecutively through the day.
Join me, from 11-12pm for an interactive hour to explore nutrition packed smoothies to boost your immune system for optimal health.
Be prepared to get energized, I will be blending and sampling highly nutritious greens, veggies and fruits!
To get the full schedule, and to register, contact crotonfreelibrary.org or 914 -271-6612

Day Retreat
2018-01-13 10:00 - 15:00 UTC | The Organic Teaching Kitchen, 18 Old Post Road South, Croton-on-Hudson, NY, 10520, United States
Please join Kacey Morabito Grean, Kathleen Booker and Susan Chasen to welcome and set intentions for The New Year.
Choose to start the day at 10AM with an invigorating power walk at the Croton Riverfront with Kacey (Weather permitting)
Or, meet at 11AM at The Organic Teaching Kitchen for tea time
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“The Jedi of Calm”, Breath Work Life Coach Kathleen Booker will help us breathe out the old and breathe in the new!
Learn breath work tools for creating peace and coping with stress.
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Susan will nourish + warm you with an organic seasonal lunch, gluten-free & vegetarian friendly.
SET YOUR INTENTIONS IN MOTION FOR THE NEW YEAR WITH REIKI & MEDITATION.
Saturday, January 13th 10:00AM– 3:00PM Cost: $75
A portion supports the Crossover Yoga Project, empowering young women.
RSVP

COOKING CLASS FOR TEENS
2018-01-12 15:00 - 16:00 UTC | BRIARCLIFF MANOR RECREATION DEPARTMENT, 3 LIBRARY ROAD, BRIARCLIFF MANOR, NY 10510 , 10510, United States
Do you want your teen to eat healthier? Teens In The Kitchen is a hands-on cooking program (Briarcliff Rec. location) that will not only empower your teen with cooking skills, they will learn about new healthy foods and be inspired to cook simple, tasty, healthy meals & snacks that are nutritionally good for them.
TOTK uses mostly organic ingredients free of additives, dyes, pesticides & GMO’s.
Gluten-Free & Vegetarian Friendly.
DATES: FRIDAYS- Jan 12th, 19th, 26th, Feb 2nd, 9th
WHERE: Briarcliff Community Center
Time – 3:00-4:00PM
Cost: $185/5 sessions Briarcliff residents / $195 non-residents
RSVP to register

The Three Treasures
2017-12-31 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | The Organic Teaching Kitchen, 18 Old Post Road South, Croton-on-Hudson, NY, 10520, United States
Join Amy Reyer, Carol Davis and Susan Chasen for
The Three Treasures
BODY + ENERGY + SPIRIT
Alchemy of Joy
JOIN US TO MEDITATE + MOVE + EAT
Join us for a reception to toast to The New Year
Free / Kindly RSVP

Luncheon-Nourish Your Chakras & Reiki Circle
2017-11-05 12:30 - 14:30 UTC | The Organic Teaching Kitchen, 18 Old Post Road South, Croton-on-Hudson, NY, 10520, United States
Join Kacey Morabito Grean (WHUD’s radio personality) and Susan Chasen for an enlightening lunch & learn workshop on the power of nourishing your chakras.
Nourish your body with a lunch filled with colorful organic seasonal ingredients and a seasonal smoothie inspired by the colors of our chakras with Susan. (Gluten-free & vegetarian friendly)
Plus, Kacey will be doing a group Reiki experience after lunch!
RSVP – You may reserve a space using the link below
Date: Sunday, Nov. 5th
Cost: $55
includes organic lunch / positive inspiration / Reiki experience

Chakra Luncheon

Sunday, Nov 5th $55.00 USD

"What The Health" (CANCELLED)
2017-11-02 19:00 - 21:30 UTC | Hendrick Hudson Library, 185 Kings Ferry Road, Montrose, NY, 10548
The Hendrick Hudson Free Library invites you to a showing of What The Health, a film and panel discussion.
A groundbreaking follow-up film from the creators of the award-winning documentary “Cowspiracy.” The film exposes the collusion and corruption in government and big business that is costing us trillions of healthcare dollars, and keeping us sick. “What The Health” is a surprising, and at times hilarious, investigative documentary that will be an eye-opener for everyone concerned about our nation’s health and how big business influences it.
A panel discussion with local health professionals, will follow.
Register

Free Wellness Talk "The Skinny On Fat" @ Hen Hud Library
2017-10-10 14:00 - 15:15 UTC | Hendrick Hudson Library, 185 Kings Ferry Road, Montrose, NY, 10548
There are so many myths out there that ‘F A T’ is the enemy and the cause of weight gain, diabetes, heart disease and the likes. On the contrary, fats can be heart healthy, improve your skin, boost your mood and maintain a healthy weight.
Join Susan Chasen, Nutrition & Health Coach for an interactive wellness talk that will debunk this myth and get you over your fear of dietary fat.
Leave the guilt at home, we will be sampling some of my favorite healthy FATS!
Free for teens and adults
DATE: October 10th
TIME: 2-3:00PM
RSVP

Cooking Demo -Croton Farmers Market
2017-10-08 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | Down to Earth Farmer’s Market, Main Street, Ossining, NY, 10562, United States
Join me for some healthy inspiration and get your MoJo fired up! Meet me at the Croton-on-Hudson Farmers Market Sunday, Oct. 8th.
Stop by for a nutritious tasting sure to ignite you using seasonal ingredients from the MARKET

Miles For Meals 5K Fun Run
2017-09-09 08:30 - 11:00 UTC | PACE UNIVERSITY, 861 Bedford Road, Pleasantville, NY, United States
Food banks across the country ask everyone in America to take action to fight hunger in their community throughout the month of September. The Food Bank for Westchester is asking you to join their movement and contribute to the real and lasting impact they continue to make in our county every day. By joining Miles for Meals 5K, you can help move one step closer to create a hunger-free Westchester.
Join in on Saturday, September 9 2017 for their First Hunger Action Month Miles For Meals 5K Fun Run at Pace University! In the true spirit of fun, participants of all skill levels can “pace” themselves as they run, jog, walk or sprint the 5 kilometer course– as long as you have FUN while supporting the Food Bank for Westchester!
Stop by The Organic Teaching Kitchens Table for an energizing post race/walk treat.

It's Time To Harvest
2017-07-21 14:00 - 16:00 UTC | The Organic Teaching Kitchen, 18 Old Post Road South, Croton-on-Hudson, NY, 10520, United States
IT’S TIME TO HARVEST THE GARLIC AND POPPY SEEDS in The Teaching Garden. We will be planting summer crops too!
Come harvest and plant with Horticulturist & Organic Gardener Myra Marsocci.
Susan will do a smoothie demo to keep us cool.
FRIDAY, JULY 21ST 2:00-4:00PM
We hope you can join us!
WHEN: POSTPONED!
TIME:
RSVP-18 Old Post Road South, Croton-on-Hudson, NY

Superfood & Smoothie Workshop
2017-06-26 13:30 - 15:00 UTC | The Organic Teaching Kitchen, 18 Old Post Road South, Croton-on-Hudson, NY, 10520, United States
Join Susan Chasen, Nutrition & Health Coach for an interactive workshop to experience the health benefits of making smoothies. We will be blending nutritious and delicious organic leafy greens, vegetables and fruits with super-foods.
You will leave with tools and confidence to make your own delicious and nutritious smoothies at home. Samples and recipes will be provided.
WHEN: Monday June 26th
TIME: 1:30-3:00pm

Smoothie Workshop

Monday June 26 $50.00 USD

Addicted to Sugar?
2017-01-06 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | The Ossining Library, 53 Croton Avenue, Ossining, NY
Start the New Year off on a healthy note with Susan Chasen, Nutrition & Health Coach for an eye-opening conversation about why we crave sugar, bread, donuts and the likes and why its not your fault.
You will leave feeling equipped with the knowledge and resources you need to control these cravings by making some simple changes in your food choices.
Bring your questions, there will be time for Q & A.

Smart Snacking "101"
2016-11-17 10:00 - 23:30 UTC | The Organic Teaching Kitchen, 18 Old Post Road South, Croton-on-Hudson, NY, 10520, United States
Awaken your taste buds! In Smart Snacking “101”, you will discover how easy and delicious it is to make nutrient dense snacks that will curb cravings and increase your energy, guilt-free, using simple, seasonal whole foods.
Bring your aprons, we will be making and sampling treats. You will leave armed with recipes to make at home for your loved ones.
Health starts in the kitchen, The Organic Teaching Kitchen
RSVP for avaialibility
Create a group of 4 or more that suits your schedule, email to reserve a time.

Are You Seduced By Sugar?
2016-10-26 10:00 - 11:15 UTC | The Organic Teaching Kitchen, 18 Old Post Road South, Croton-on-Hudson, NY, 10520, United States
Do you have a “sweet tooth” that is sabotaging your efforts to lose weight and get healthy? Join Susan Chasen to learn:

Why sugar is so harmful
Causes of cravings
Steps & tips to reduce cravings
The many names of sugar
“Natural” alternatives

We will be sampling healthy sweet treats!

Teen Meditation for Boys
2016-07-26 17:00 - 18:15 UTC | The Organic Teaching Kitchen, 18 Old Post Road South, Croton-on-Hudson, NY, 10520, United States
There is a growing body of evidence supporting the benefits of meditation or mindfulness, which teaches one how to pay attention to the present moment, and learn how to regulate our thoughts in a special way to help stop automatic reactions and increase skillful, caring responses. A mindful practice could be beneficial to teens, helping them cultivate empathy, as well as skills for concentration and impulse control and /or help teens navigate the challenges of adolescence.
For ages 12- 18yrs
Tuesdays 5:00-6:15pm
$20 drop in or $80/5 week sessions
Elisha Simpson, RCYT of Crossover Yoga Project offers weekly mediation class for teens at The Organic Teaching Kitchen, 18 Old Post Road South, Croton-on-Hudson, NY.
RSVP to Elisha

Meditation For Beginners
2016-05-31 19:30 - 20:30 UTC | The Organic Teaching Kitchen, 18 Old Post Road South, Croton-on-Hudson, NY, 10520, United States
Don’t just do something, sit there!

This 4-week meditation series on calming the mind is appropriate for anyone, regardless of religious or cultural orientation, who is interested in learning how to meditate in a secular format. Mindful awareness meditation draws on the wisdom of ancient meditation traditions as well as neuroscience to train the mind to be calm, focused, attentive, flexible, and efficient.
Each session includes basic meditation instructions, guided meditations, tips for daily practice and ways to bring mindfulness into everyday life. This series is being offered by Amy Reyer, Ph.D., Mindfulness Educator and Meditation Practice Leader from the Hudson Valley Meditation Community.
Suggested donation -$20 per class
Space is limited, please RSVP to Amy
Dates: May 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st

Movie & Farm-To-Table Event
2016-04-19 06:00 - 21:00 UTC
The Greenhorns, is a documentary about the new farming movement in America, followed by a “farm-to-table” tasting showcasing area chefs and farms.
WHERE: Yorktown High School – 2727 Crompond Road | Yorktown Heights, NY 10598
Purchase ticket
