The Organic Teaching Kitchen

"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

Luncheon-Nourish Your Chakras & Reiki Circle
2017-11-05 12:30 - 14:30 UTC | The Organic Teaching Kitchen
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

The Three Treasures
2017-12-31 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | The Organic Teaching Kitchen
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

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

Day Retreat
2018-01-13 10:00 - 15:00 UTC | The Organic Teaching Kitchen
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

A Day Of Wellness & Relaxation at the Library
2018-01-20 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | The Organic Teaching Kitchen
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

Spring Treats + Sweets Baking Class
2018-03-18 12:00 - 13:30 UTC | The Organic Teaching Kitchen
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

Chocolate Meditation
2018-04-01 10:00 - 23:00 UTC | The Organic Teaching Kitchen
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

Soup, Soul & Himalayan Bowls
2018-04-06 17:15 - 19:45 UTC | The Organic Teaching Kitchen
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

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

Qi Gong
2018-05-20 08:45 - 09:45 UTC | The Organic Teaching Kitchen
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.

Summerfest
2018-06-03 12:30 - 17:30 UTC | The Organic Teaching Kitchen
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.

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

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

HOLIDAY TREATS+SWEETS
2019-02-02 11:00 - 12:15 UTC | The Organic Teaching Kitchen
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

Crystal Mediation
2019-04-05 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | The Organic Teaching Kitchen
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.

SEASONAL SALADS
2019-07-31 17:00 - 18:30 UTC | The Organic Teaching Kitchen
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

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

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

MBSR (Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction)
2020-02-22 10:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | The Organic Teaching Kitchen
If you are looking to…
• Approach your life with more composure, energy, understanding and enthusiasm
• Develop the ability to cope more effectively with both short-term and long-term stressful situations
• Enhance your ability to manage and reduce pain levels in many instances
• Improve your focus, resilience and capacity to recover more quickly from challenging events

In this 8-week program, you will learn to access and cultivate your natural capacity to care for yourself, finding greater balance, ease and peace of mind.

Dates: Saturdays from January 4th- February 22nd
Location: The Organic Teaching Kitchen, 18 Old Post Road South, Croton on Hudson, NY, 10520

Schedule:
Saturday, January 4th: 10 AM-3 PM
Saturdays January 8th-February 15th: 1-3 PM
Saturday, February 22nd: 10 AM-3 PM

Instructor: Amy Reyer, Ph.D.
Amy has been researching, practicing, coaching and writing about mindfulness-based personal and professional transformation for over 10 years. She completed her training in MBSR at the Center for Mindfulness at UMass Medical School. Amy leads meditation groups and workshops in Hudson Valley, NY and also offers one-on-one professional coaching.

$400 per person (8 sessions)
$300 per person (reduced referral rate for you and a friend)

Sorry, Sold Out! Would you like us to contact you with dates on our next MBSR Course, email us.

Women's Circle
2020-03-08 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | The Organic Teaching Kitchen
Women have been gathering in circles since the beginning of time to share experiences, stories thoughts, ideas and prayers.
Through themed monthly lessons that will take place on or around the full moon, Dana Canneto will be infusing rituals, meditations, coaching and guidance as we sit in community with one another and share from a space of true authentic beauty.
Join Dana Canneto for a monthly gathering to support you in unleashing and embracing your wild beauty.
DATES: March 8th
TIME: 3:00-5:00pm
$40 per session
Reserve a space

The Alchemy of Joy Vision Board Workshop
2020-03-21 10:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Tap into the power of Reiki and Vision Boarding to focus on your authentic life and ideal outcomes!

JOIN MYRA ONEY, Reiki Master, for a day devoted to turning your day-dreams into reality using the transformative alchemy of Joy.

Saturday, March 21
10:00am-5:00pm
$99 includes all materials
$125 after March 13th
To register, email Myra

Shamanic Reiki HEARTH Circle / POSTPONED
2020-04-23 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
Join Myra Oney for a Shamanic Reiki HEARTH Circle. The Shamanic Reiki HEARTH Circle uses the energy of Reiki to connect us with the beauty and power of nature and the earth.

Connecting in this way allows us to open our hearts to our inner wisdom and true expression. The Circle will include a guided meditation and 1-2 Shamanic Journeys, accompanied by drums, rattles and music. The HEARTH Circle provides a safe community space to explore this ancient wisdom.

FRIDAY, THURSDAYSeptember 27th @ The Organic Teaching Kitchen
TIME: 7:00-8:00pm
Suggested donation $20
RSVP – Myra

VIRTUAL MEDITATION CIRCLE
2020-07-12 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | NY, United States
Join Amy Reyer, PhD. for loving-kindness meditation, an ancient mindfulness-based practice designed for emotional healing, mood enhancement, building self-confidence, social connection and overall mental well-being.
Sunday, July 12th
TIME: 11-12:00pm
WHERE: At Your Home
Please register to receive an email with your WebEx login link.
FREE!

Kirtan In The Garden
2020-08-14 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
COME SING [CHANT] IN THE GARDEN !

Energize yourself for an evening of musical meditation !

Chanting in Sanskrit has a hypnotic effect on the mind.

It is relaxing and uplifting at the same time.

Led by Jane Slotnick, Kirtan Leader
Please bring a yoga mat and anything you need to be comfortable
while physically distancing in the garden.

When: Friday, August 14th

Time: 7-8:15 pm
RSVP
Suggested donation: $20

Eating For Weight Loss & Immunity
2020-10-31 11:00 - 12:15 UTC | The Organic Teaching Kitchen
CHANGE YOUR FOOD, CHANGE YOUR HEALTH
Your food choices are P O W E R F U L L and fundamental for good health. This 6-week Guided Course will create newfound awareness, knowledge, resources and tools to support weight loss while building a strong immune system.
You will learn how to stock a healthy kitchen, learn simple cooking techniques, learn to make healthier food choices [protein & dairy, fats, grains and sugars], so you make informed choices for yourself and your family.
YOUR 6-WEEK COURSE INCLUDES:

Six – 75 minute small group coaching sessions via Zoom (or if local. we can meet at The Organic Teaching Kitchen)
Weekly Worksheets and Recipes
Pantry List
A Weekly Journal
Unlimited Email Support
BONUS – One 1-hour private coaching session

WHEN: Six Saturdays, Starts October 31st 11-12:15pm
COST: $495/ join with a friend $425 each
Early-Bird Sign-Up by 10/24 – $425
RSVP using Zelle (914 582-9574) or paypal (small additional free)
Create your own small group or if you prefer a private course, please email with dates/time.

6-Week weight loss+boost immunity

early bird/join w/friend $438.00 USDafter 10/24 $510.09 USD

New! Kids Yoga & Mindfulness
2020-11-09 15:30 - 2020-12-14 16:30 (America/New_York)
KIDS YOGA WITH RENE
Keep your kids active and social while physically distancing.
Kids will gain strength + flexibility, learn mindfulness breathing techniques and self awareness, all in a FUN and engaging manner.
Led by Rene Biemer, RCYT (formerly of Yoga Sol in Croton)
Dates:
TWEEN BOYS (9-12) – MONDAYS 3:30pm Nov. 9th, 16th, 23rd, Dec. 7th, 14th, 21st
KIDS (5-8) THURSDAYS 4:30pm Nov 5th, 12th, 19th, Dec. 3rd, 20th, 17th
Cost: $130/6-week session
Register – Via Zelle – info@yogaheights.net
Contact Rene with questions, registration forms or pay by check.

Reiki Circle for Practitioners
2020-11-19 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
Join *Myra Oney for a Reiki Circle [around the fire-pit[ for those attuned to Reiki Level One and above. We will begin our journey together by diving into the meanings and meditations on the three symbols. Using this as a basis, we will strengthen the flow of Reiki, connecting and attuning to the energy for ourselves and our communities. A good opportunity to connect with others who are like-minded and strengthen your personal and professional practice.
Join us to enjoy connection with community and the Reiki Spirit and hands-on healing (appropriate precautions taken, masks required).
The hour will include a meditation, and a Reiju blessing.
Recommended reading: Reiki Insights by Frans Steine
WHEN: Thursday, November 19th
TIME: 6:00-7:00pm
Cost: $20.00
RSVP
*Myra is a holistic health coach and a Reiki Master Teacher. She is a graduate of the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and Intrinsic Coaching©, and a member of the American Association of Drugless Practitioners and the International Association of Reiki Professionals. Her passion is helping people attain their ultimate state of health and well-being by facilitating them in connecting with their true, essential self.

THE GIFT OF HEALTH
2020-11-28 - 2020-12-25
GIFT AN EXPERIENCE FROM THE COMFORT OF THEIR *OWN HOME

Use Corona as your silver lining to make positive changes!
*or in person

KIDS 1- hour cooking session $125.00 USDADULT- 90 min session $165.00 USDClean Eating Course 3 sessions $495.00 USDHealthy Eating 101 – 6 sessions $950.00 USD

Shiitake Mushroom Workshop
2020-12-12 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York)
WANT TO GROW SHIITAKE MUSHROOMS?
Join Chris for a ‘hands-on” workshop in the garden at The Organic Teaching Kitchen. Chris will demonstrate how to to cultivate and grow your own shiitake mushrooms.
You will learn:

the equipment you need
how to inoculate logs,
how to maintain your logs
how to harvest your mushrooms

Questions / RSVP
SATURDAY, Dec 12th 10:30-11:30am
By Donation
