Oasis Botanica Schedule and Events

Welcome to the Oasis Botanica schedule and events page. Check back often for updates!

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, DIRECTIONS, CLASS REGISTRATION OR TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT: 970-858-9565

SUMMER/FALL EVENTS:

U-Cut Herb and Flower Garden:

Visit our herb and flower
garden in Mack, Colorado. OPEN FRIDAY and SATURDAY MORNINGS 7:00
AM-1:00 PM, MEMORIAL DAY-LABOR DAY. Other times by appointment (we
love appointments!). You can call ahead for “What’s Blooming” or just
come out and be surprised! 5 stems for $2.00. Please bring your own
containers. Contact us for larger quantities of herbs or flowers for
your special event. Flowers generally available through mid-September.

Fruita Farmers Market:

Fruita, Colorado.  Saturday mornings,
8:00-12:00. June 26-September 18. On the lawn of the Community Center on
Aspen Street. We sell potted herbs, a small selection of essential oils
and a variety of specialty products for the home. If you wish to shop
our full product line, shop the website, phone us or visit us at our
shop in Mack, Colorado.  We are happy to have your special order at the
Farmers Market for pick-up.  Please call in advance of market day.

Basalt Sunday Market:

Basalt, Colorado.  Sundays, 10:00-2:00. June 20-September 26.  Downtown Basalt. We sell potted herbs, a small selection of essential oils
and a variety of specialty products for the home. If you wish to shop
our full product line, shop the website, phone us or visit us at our
shop in Mack, Colorado.  We are happy to have your special order at the Sunday Market for pick-up.  Please call two days advance of market day.

Harvest Celebration at the Oasis Botanica in Downtown Mack, Colorado:

Saturday, October 2, 2010.  10:00 AM-2:00 PM. Gourd decorating, historic Uintah Railroad video, Winter Wellness presentation, additional craft demonstrations and speakers.  Free community event.  Includes light refreshment.

SCHEDULED CLASSES:

Note: Pre-registration with payment required for all classes. 1023 Hotel Circle, Mack, Colorado. Space is limited. Fun, interactive classes. Registration closes two days prior to class.

SPECIAL PRESENTATION AT THE MESA COUNTY PUBLIC LIBARY.  Main Libary, Downtown Grand Junction, 530 Grand Avenue. Free public presesntation. Herbs for Health 101:

Saturday, August 7, 2010, 2:00 PM-4:00 PM. If you are just getting started using herbs to enhance your health,
this class will set you on the right path.  Learn how herbal care
differs from synthetic products.  You will learn what to expect from
herbal remedies as well as smart personal choices to support a more
natural way of living.  A great class for friends and family.

Natural Menopause Management:

Saturday, August 14, 2010, 2:00
PM-4:00 PM.  Menopause is an individual journey unique to each woman. 
Learn how to coordinate personal choices, professional assistance and
natural balancing herbs to navigate this important transition.  Ladies
only.  $15 fee. "Bring a Friend" special pricing: 2 students for $25

Aromatherapy 101:

Saturday, August 28, 2010, 2:00 PM-4 PM.
Learn the basics of aromatherapy while sampling a variety of wonderful
essential oils. You’ll learn what essential oils do for the plants and
how they work for us. $15 fee includes essential oil inhaler.

"Bring a Friend" special pricing: 2 students for $25

Herbs for Health 101:

Saturday, September 11, 2010, 2:00 PM-4:00
PM.  If you are just getting started using herbs to enhance your health,
this class will set you on the right path.  Learn how herbal care
differs from synthetic products.  You will learn what to expect from
herbal remedies as well as smart personal choices to support a more
natural way of living.  A great class for friends and family.  $15 fee. "Bring a Friend" special pricing: 2 students for $25

Winter Wellness:

Saturday, October 16, 2010, 2:00 PM-4:00 PM. Arm your household and workplace for the winter flu season with herbs and essential oils to clean the air, boost your immunity, and prevent or minimize colds and flu.  People have protected themselves against disease for thousands of years with the help of plants.  We also discuss protective foods, beverages and smart personal choices to keep you snug and healthy this winter.  $15 fee. "Bring a Friend" special pricing: 2 students for $25

Aromatherapy 101:

Saturday, October 23, 2010, 2:00 PM-4 PM. Learn the basics of aromatherapy
while sampling a variety of wonderful essential oils. You’ll learn what
essential oils do for the plants and how they work for us. $15 fee includes
essential oil inhaler.  "Bring a Friend" special pricing: 2
students for $25

Essential Oil Blending 101:

Saturday, November 13, 2:00 PM-5:00 PM. You'll learn how to blend
essential oils into effective and harmonious compositions for personal care and
unique signature perfumes. $30 fee includes 1/3 oz of your personal
blend in an elegant glass roll-on vial. PREREQUISITE: Aromatherapy 101,
Aromatherapy for Stress Management or comparable knowledge. Call Barbara Lucks
at 970-858-9565 for prerequisite waiver.

Aromatic Gift Workshop: 

Saturday, November 20, 2010, 1:00 PM-5:00 PM. Learn to make luxurious aromatic gifts and personal care products for a fraction of the cost of high-end retail.  You will make your own customized bath salts, creams, room sprays and soothing lip balms.  Wear cooking clothes--this is a hands on workshop.  You will go home with products you personally designed, and proven recipes for your aromatic gifts.  Class fee includes all ingredients for the products you make in class.  All ingredients and containers are also available for sale to students at very reasonable prices with no minimum quantities.  All you will need is a pretty ribbon or your own custom label to complete your unique aromatic gifts. $40 fee includes all materials used in class and take-home recipes.  Limit: 8 students.  This is a great class for friends and family.  Consider private group instruction for a memorable afternoon.  Group instruction information below.

Healthy Holidays:

Saturday, December 4, 2010, 2:00 PM-4:00 PM.  Keep your family and workplace healthy and happy during the hectic holiday season.  The festive oils of Christmas do far more than just smelling wonderful.  Specific oils and blends freshen the air, kill germs, aid digestion (we all need a little help at Christmas!), and help to chase the holiday blues that can sneak in to dampen your holiday.  We will also focus on oils and natural tools to keep you warm and comfortable, even if you are dialing down the thermostat.  Make this a stress-free and healthy holiday with the help of essential oils and herbs.  $15 fee.  "Bring a Friend" special pricing: 2 students for $25

YEAR ROUND SERVICES (by appointment)

Personal essential oil sampling or shop visits:

Treat yourself to a sampling of over 50 therapy grade essential oils at our location in Mack, Colorado. No fee, but call for appointment. Individual samplings or a great shared adventure for friends and family.

Personal instruction, "The Nose Knows!":

“Aromatherapy 101” and your own personal blend. $40 fee includes basic instruction and 1/6 ounce of your personalized essential oil blend. Allow 45-60 minutes. At our location in Mack, Colorado.

Group instruction:

Customized for your group. “Aromatherapy 101” (2 hours), “Herbs 101” (2 hours), “Natural Menopause” (2 hours), “Green Housekeeping” (2 hour), “Winter Wellness” (1 ½ hour), and “Aromatic Gifts” (4 hours) are among the classes we offer. $60/hr group presentation fee includes handouts. We can work with any size group. Our Mack classroom accommodates up to 8 students and allows seasonal garden tours. We also present at your home or business location. Call to discuss your special needs.

Aromatherapy Foundation Course with optional Certification:  Now accepting students for January, 2011 class    

A wealth of practical
information you will put to work immediately for your household,
business or wellness practice. You will be able to safely and
effectively apply the
principles of essential oil use. 30 hour class requires additional exam,
projects and case studies for certification. Held on two weekends with
additional certification requirements on your own time. First weekend
can function as a stand-alone course for home use. 4 student minimum.
Attendance at all classes is a certification requirement.  Held at our
workshop in Mack, CO. 8:30 AM-5:00 PM all days. Call 970-858-9565 for
further details. $325 per student (both weekends) includes materials
and workbook. First weekend
only, $175.

CEU Students: Contact us for a class outline.
We are happy to provide a teacher resume and class outline to your
credentialing board.  Acceptance for CEU credits is at the discretion of
individual boards.  This class has been accepted by credentialing
boards in the past.