2025-2026 Programs Open to the Public

The following programs will be held at the
Bern Evangelical Lutheran Church
820 West Leesport Avenue, Leesport, PA 19533

9:00 Social Time ~ 9:30 Program

Thursday, October 16, 2025
"From the River"
A documentary film by Tracy Schott
Herb of the Month: Aloysia citriodora, Lemon Verbena, Vervain

Thursday, November 20, 2025
"Heirloom Apples, Oldies but Goodies"
Presented by Stan Szczepanek
Herb of the Month: Mentha ssp., Mint

Thursday, January 15, 2026
"Herbal Culinary"
Presented by Sarah Linsenmaier
Herb of the Month: Allium sativum, Garlic

Saturday, February 21, 2026
"Fabric Dyeing the Natural Way" 
Presented by Berks County Master Gardener TBD
Herb of the Month: Brassica ssp., Mustard Plant

Thursday, March 19, 2026
"Foraging for Edible Plants"
Presented by Debbie Naha-Koretzky
Herb of the Month: Myristica fragrans, Nutmeg, Mace