Thursday, January 22 | 6PM | GBC Gallery
$25/GBC Member | $35/Non-Member
Start the new year by nurturing your well-being naturally. Join Dr. Lindsay Chimileski, a licensed naturopathic doctor, for an engaging evening exploring the foundations of herbalism and plant-based wellness.
Discover how everyday herbs and kitchen botanicals can support balance, vitality, and resilience throughout the seasons. Learn practical ways to begin your own “kitchen herbalism” practice, understanding safety, sourcing, and how to create gentle, effective remedies for the whole family. From stress and sleep to energy, blood sugar, and heart health, Dr. Chimileski will share trusted herbal allies for common concerns, along with guidance for women’s health, perimenopause, and menopause.
Whether you’re new to natural remedies or expanding your wellness toolkit, this lecture offers inspiration and actionable steps toward building a better, plant-powered medicine cabinet.
Dr. Lindsay Chimileski, ND, MS, RH(AHG) is a Connecticut-licensed naturopathic doctor, acupuncture specialist, and registered herbalist with over a decade of clinical experience. She weaves together evidence-based naturopathic medicine, plant and mushroom wisdom, and heart-centered healing to help people reconnect with their innate resilience. She founded Hawthorn Holistic Health in 2017, a family-medicine natural health clinic serving patients of all ages. A former botanical medicine professor for seven years, she now teaches through conferences, community events, and small-group programs. She is known for her grounded teaching style, deep connection to the earth, and ability to make herbal traditions accessible and inspiring. At the Greenwich Botanical Center, Dr. Lindsay shares her passion for local plants, seasonal wellness, and nature-based practices that support whole-body vitality.