Tarot Study Club - The Major Arcana part 1
Mar
30

Tarot Study Club - The Major Arcana part 1

Tarot Study Club is a monthly meet up for folks learning tarot!

March through June we will be working with the Major arcana- utilizing the “three lines of the tarot” methodology invented by Rachel Pollack. This theory separates major arcana cards into “conscious, subconscious and superconscious”.

In March’s class we will talk about line 1 of the Major Arcana and The Fool.

Space is limited. Register here!

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Herbal Consults with Lia
Apr
10

Herbal Consults with Lia

Mini Consults (20 Minutes)

If you’ve been curious about working with a clinical herbalist or looking for a more personalized approach to wellness, this is a great opportunity to dip your toes in.


Mini consults allow us to explore an aspect of your current experience of health and wellness, and find a blend of herbs that are best suited to your needs and personal body constitution. 


During our 20 minutes together, we will share a cup of tea and sit in conversation over what you would like to work on. You will then receive one custom formulation, which may be in the form of tea, tincture, glycerite, or topical preparation depending on your preference/need. If there is an additional pre-formulated product that could be suitable, that may be recommended as well.

Mini consults are best for those moving through simple, acute expressions of imbalance or who are looking for general foundational or seasonal support. For example, this may look like those looking for support with: digestive discomfort, anxiety, sleep issues, dryness, mood boosting, or general guidance with traditional nutrition or navigating seasonal changes.

BOOK YOUR MINI SESSION HERE

Please note: These consults are not suited for long-standing, chronic imbalances, complex conditions (ex: autoimmune, hormone issues), or those who are on medication. This is not a substitute for a clinical session.

Initial Consultations (90 minutes)

Sessions are portals for unearthing what’s happening within the body. Through hearing your story, exploring current physical and emotional experiences, and tongue diagnostics, I discover patterns that lead us to root causation of imbalance. From there, I create intentional herbal formulas tailored to your constitution, accompanied by food and lifestyle supplementation to address both core and surface expression of imbalance. Each protocol is entirely individual.

Once your session is booked, you will receive an email from Lia with an intake form. If cost is at all prohibitive, please email Lia directly at wayouttherecoaching@gmail.com to discuss payment and sliding scale options. 

*Please note that the cost of herbs is not included with either consult, but sourcing is always provided and budget is discussed.

Specialites: 

  • Menstrual irregularities

  • Immune imbalance

  • Nervous system dysregulation + emotional health

  • Sexual wellness 

  • Pain management

  • Burnout, fatigue, and hypersensitivity

  • Skin issues

BOOK YOUR SESSION HERE

To learn more about Lia, please visit her website at: https://thewayouttthere.com/

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Full Moon Ritual for Chuckwalla Monument
Apr
10

Full Moon Ritual for Chuckwalla Monument

Full Moon Ritual +prayer for Chuckwalla National Monument 

Once upon a time, community was the center of life. The longing for community is ingrained into our DNA as humans. Two of the things that we are missing the most right now is community and ritual. This Full Moon Ritual and potluck will be the first in a series of open Full Moon and Sabat circles to celebrate and strengthen our community and relationship to the land. 

This event will be a safe space for any and all people and familiars/fur babies to participate in the raising of energy. This Full Moon our energies will go to Chuckwalla National Monument whose fate currently lies in the hands of the capitalist patriarchy. 

Location: Milk Thistle 56332 29 Palms Hwy, YV

Time: 6:45 gather 7:00 circle by 7:15 circle will be closed

Cost: $13 donation but no one will be turned away for lack of funds 

Bring: a open heart and a dish or snack to share 

Sparkling Candle Bar Ritual Candles will be available for 13% off. 

Questions? yasmeenpico@gmail.com

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witchCraft: Crafting with Beewax, Herbs and Oils
Apr
17

witchCraft: Crafting with Beewax, Herbs and Oils

Candles have long been used in ritual and spellwork as a way to focus energy, set intentions, and manifest change.

In this workshop, we’ll create handmade ritual candles using beeswax, herbs, and spell oils, aligning them with personal intentions. As we pour, dip, and dress our candles, we’ll infuse them with our own energy and focus, creating a tool for ritual, meditation, or everyday practice.

We’ll also explore the use of candles as a scrying tool—watching the flame, wax, and smoke for insight and intuition. All materials are provided, and you’ll leave with handcrafted candles.

Register here

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Herbal Consults with Lia
Apr
24

Herbal Consults with Lia

Mini Consults (20 Minutes)

If you’ve been curious about working with a clinical herbalist or looking for a more personalized approach to wellness, this is a great opportunity to dip your toes in.


Mini consults allow us to explore an aspect of your current experience of health and wellness, and find a blend of herbs that are best suited to your needs and personal body constitution. 


During our 20 minutes together, we will share a cup of tea and sit in conversation over what you would like to work on. You will then receive one custom formulation, which may be in the form of tea, tincture, glycerite, or topical preparation depending on your preference/need. If there is an additional pre-formulated product that could be suitable, that may be recommended as well.

Mini consults are best for those moving through simple, acute expressions of imbalance or who are looking for general foundational or seasonal support. For example, this may look like those looking for support with: digestive discomfort, anxiety, sleep issues, dryness, mood boosting, or general guidance with traditional nutrition or navigating seasonal changes.

BOOK YOUR MINI SESSION HERE

Please note: These consults are not suited for long-standing, chronic imbalances, complex conditions (ex: autoimmune, hormone issues), or those who are on medication. This is not a substitute for a clinical session.

Initial Consultations (90 minutes)

Sessions are portals for unearthing what’s happening within the body. Through hearing your story, exploring current physical and emotional experiences, and tongue diagnostics, I discover patterns that lead us to root causation of imbalance. From there, I create intentional herbal formulas tailored to your constitution, accompanied by food and lifestyle supplementation to address both core and surface expression of imbalance. Each protocol is entirely individual.

Once your session is booked, you will receive an email from Lia with an intake form. If cost is at all prohibitive, please email Lia directly at wayouttherecoaching@gmail.com to discuss payment and sliding scale options. 

*Please note that the cost of herbs is not included with either consult, but sourcing is always provided and budget is discussed.

Specialites: 

  • Menstrual irregularities

  • Immune imbalance

  • Nervous system dysregulation + emotional health

  • Sexual wellness 

  • Pain management

  • Burnout, fatigue, and hypersensitivity

  • Skin issues

BOOK YOUR SESSION HERE

To learn more about Lia, please visit her website at: https://thewayouttthere.com/

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Astrology Ritual Immersion
Apr
24

Astrology Ritual Immersion

Cosmic Cousins: Astrology Ritual Immersion

A Monthly Journey Through the Zodiac Join Jeff Hinshaw of Cosmic Cousins for a ritual immersion into the astrological sign of the month.

Continuing with Taurus on Thursday, April 24th this monthly gathering (last Thursday of the month) offers an embodied exploration of the zodiac through altar building, guided meditation, journal prompts, tarot connections, and group discussion. Each session is designed to help you connect intuitively with the energy of the current sign, bringing greater self-awareness and alignment. Before each gathering, you’ll receive written insights introducing you to the sign’s archetypal themes, mythology, and key planetary influences.

This offering is for astrology lovers, beginners, and seekers looking to deepen their connection to the zodiac in a sacred and interactive way. We’ll begin with a few months—if it is popular, we’ll ride the wheel of the zodiac together throughout the year. Facilitated by Jeff Hinshaw, 29 Palms based astrologer and tarot guide with over a decade of experience facilitating group work. Step into the magic of the stars and align with the power of each astrological season.

See you under the Taurus Sun!

Space is limited. Register here

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Astrology Ritual Immersion
May
22

Astrology Ritual Immersion

Cosmic Cousins: Astrology Ritual Immersion

A Monthly Journey Through the Zodiac Join Jeff Hinshaw of Cosmic Cousins for a ritual immersion into the astrological sign of the month.

Continuing with Gemini on Thursday, May 22nd this monthly gathering (last Thursday of the month) offers an embodied exploration of the zodiac through altar building, guided meditation, journal prompts, tarot connections, and group discussion. Each session is designed to help you connect intuitively with the energy of the current sign, bringing greater self-awareness and alignment. Before each gathering, you’ll receive written insights introducing you to the sign’s archetypal themes, mythology, and key planetary influences.

This offering is for astrology lovers, beginners, and seekers looking to deepen their connection to the zodiac in a sacred and interactive way. We’ll begin with a few months—if it is popular, we’ll ride the wheel of the zodiac together throughout the year. Facilitated by Jeff Hinshaw, 29 Palms based astrologer and tarot guide with over a decade of experience facilitating group work. Step into the magic of the stars and align with the power of each astrological season.

See you under the Gemini Sun!

Space is limited. Register here

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Astrology Ritual Immersion
Jun
26

Astrology Ritual Immersion

Cosmic Cousins: Astrology Ritual Immersion – A Monthly Journey Through the Zodiac

Join Jeff Hinshaw of Cosmic Cousins for a ritual immersion into the astrological sign of the month.

This month is Cancer and takes place on June 26th and offers an embodied exploration of the zodiac through altar building, guided meditation, journal prompts, tarot connections, and group discussion. Each session is designed to help you connect intuitively with the energy of the current sign, bringing greater self-awareness and alignment.

Before each gathering, you’ll receive written insights introducing you to the sign’s archetypal themes, mythology, and key planetary influences.

This offering is for astrology lovers, beginners, and seekers looking to deepen their connection to the zodiac in a sacred and interactive way.

We’ll begin with a few months—if it is popular, we’ll ride the wheel of the zodiac together throughout the year.

Facilitated by Jeff Hinshaw, 29 Palms based astrologer and tarot guide with over a decade of experience facilitating group work. Step into the magic of the stars and align with the power of each astrological season.

See you under the Cancer Sun.

Space is limited. Register here.

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Herbal Consults with Lia Aspen
Mar
30

Herbal Consults with Lia Aspen

Mini Consults (20 Minutes)

If you’ve been curious about working with a clinical herbalist or looking for a more personalized approach to wellness, this is a great opportunity to dip your toes in.


Mini consults allow us to explore an aspect of your current experience of health and wellness, and find a blend of herbs that are best suited to your needs and personal body constitution. 


During our 20 minutes together, we will share a cup of tea and sit in conversation over what you would like to work on. You will then receive one custom formulation, which may be in the form of tea, tincture, glycerite, or topical preparation depending on your preference/need. If there is an additional pre-formulated product that could be suitable, that may be recommended as well.

Mini consults are best for those moving through simple, acute expressions of imbalance or who are looking for general foundational or seasonal support. For example, this may look like those looking for support with: digestive discomfort, anxiety, sleep issues, dryness, mood boosting, or general guidance with traditional nutrition or navigating seasonal changes.

BOOK YOUR MINI SESSION HERE

Please note: These consults are not suited for long-standing, chronic imbalances, complex conditions (ex: autoimmune, hormone issues), or those who are on medication. This is not a substitute for a clinical session.

Initial Consultations (90 minutes)

Sessions are portals for unearthing what’s happening within the body. Through hearing your story, exploring current physical and emotional experiences, and tongue diagnostics, I discover patterns that lead us to root causation of imbalance. From there, I create intentional herbal formulas tailored to your constitution, accompanied by food and lifestyle supplementation to address both core and surface expression of imbalance. Each protocol is entirely individual.

Once your session is booked, you will receive an email from Lia with an intake form. If cost is at all prohibitive, please email Lia directly at wayouttherecoaching@gmail.com to discuss payment and sliding scale options. 

*Please note that the cost of herbs is not included with either consult, but sourcing is always provided and budget is discussed.

Specialites: 

  • Menstrual irregularities

  • Immune imbalance

  • Nervous system dysregulation + emotional health

  • Sexual wellness 

  • Pain management

  • Burnout, fatigue, and hypersensitivity

  • Skin issues

BOOK YOUR SESSION HERE

To learn more about Lia, please visit her website at: https://thewayouttthere.com/

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Astrology Ritual Immersion
Mar
27

Astrology Ritual Immersion

Cosmic Cousins: Astrology Ritual Immersion

A Monthly Journey Through the Zodiac Join Jeff Hinshaw of Cosmic Cousins for a ritual immersion into the astrological sign of the month.

Beginning with Aries on Thursday, March 27th this monthly gathering (last Thursday of the month) offers an embodied exploration of the zodiac through altar building, guided meditation, journal prompts, tarot connections, and group discussion. Each session is designed to help you connect intuitively with the energy of the current sign, bringing greater self-awareness and alignment. Before each gathering, you’ll receive written insights introducing you to the sign’s archetypal themes, mythology, and key planetary influences.

This offering is for astrology lovers, beginners, and seekers looking to deepen their connection to the zodiac in a sacred and interactive way. We’ll begin with a few months—if it is popular, we’ll ride the wheel of the zodiac together throughout the year. Facilitated by Jeff Hinshaw, 29 Palms based astrologer and tarot guide with over a decade of experience facilitating group work. Step into the magic of the stars and align with the power of each astrological season.

See you under the Aries Sun!

Space is limited. Register here

WANT TO ATTEND THE 4 CLASS SERIES? Save 10% and register for all! We encourage you to attend in person but if you can’t make some of the sessions a recording will be emailed to you. SIGN UP HERE

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Herbal Consults with Lia Aspen
Mar
27

Herbal Consults with Lia Aspen

Mini Consults (20 Minutes)

If you’ve been curious about working with a clinical herbalist or looking for a more personalized approach to wellness, this is a great opportunity to dip your toes in.


Mini consults allow us to explore an aspect of your current experience of health and wellness, and find a blend of herbs that are best suited to your needs and personal body constitution. 


During our 20 minutes together, we will share a cup of tea and sit in conversation over what you would like to work on. You will then receive one custom formulation, which may be in the form of tea, tincture, glycerite, or topical preparation depending on your preference/need. If there is an additional pre-formulated product that could be suitable, that may be recommended as well.

Mini consults are best for those moving through simple, acute expressions of imbalance or who are looking for general foundational or seasonal support. For example, this may look like those looking for support with: digestive discomfort, anxiety, sleep issues, dryness, mood boosting, or general guidance with traditional nutrition or navigating seasonal changes.

BOOK YOUR MINI SESSION HERE

Please note: These consults are not suited for long-standing, chronic imbalances, complex conditions (ex: autoimmune, hormone issues), or those who are on medication. This is not a substitute for a clinical session.

Initial Consultations (90 minutes)

Sessions are portals for unearthing what’s happening within the body. Through hearing your story, exploring current physical and emotional experiences, and tongue diagnostics, I discover patterns that lead us to root causation of imbalance. From there, I create intentional herbal formulas tailored to your constitution, accompanied by food and lifestyle supplementation to address both core and surface expression of imbalance. Each protocol is entirely individual.

Once your session is booked, you will receive an email from Lia with an intake form. If cost is at all prohibitive, please email Lia directly at wayouttherecoaching@gmail.com to discuss payment and sliding scale options. 

*Please note that the cost of herbs is not included with either consult, but sourcing is always provided and budget is discussed.

Specialites: 

  • Menstrual irregularities

  • Immune imbalance

  • Nervous system dysregulation + emotional health

  • Sexual wellness 

  • Pain management

  • Burnout, fatigue, and hypersensitivity

  • Skin issues

BOOK YOUR SESSION HERE

To learn more about Lia, please visit her website at: https://thewayouttthere.com/

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New Tapes: Aries New Moon
Mar
22

New Tapes: Aries New Moon

what is NEW TAPES? think of it as an astrological group therapy setting where we check in with our personal experiences and use them as fuel for our collective evolution. we identify current resources and strengths and use them to support the parts of us that need it most. we answer prompts and travel through hypnosis to deepen the connection between our conscious and unconscious realms. (disclaimer: I am an associate therapist and not yet fully licensed.) 

Register here

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witchCraft: locket workshop
Mar
20

witchCraft: locket workshop

In this workshop, we’ll create both wearable and wall-hanging lockets- personal containers for memories, inspiration and intentions. Each participant will receive a stainless steel and glass locket to fill with photos, charms, or meaningful imagery. You’re welcome to bring your own photos, but collage materials will also be provided. We’ll also make a larger, collaged locket that acts as a vision board, holding images or symbols that reflect something important to you- whether it’s a remind of where you’ve been, what you’re calling in, or a piece of inspiration to carry forward. All materials are included.

Register here

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Herbal Consults with Lia Aspen
Mar
20

Herbal Consults with Lia Aspen

Mini Consults (20 Minutes)

If you’ve been curious about working with a clinical herbalist or looking for a more personalized approach to wellness, this is a great opportunity to dip your toes in.


Mini consults allow us to explore an aspect of your current experience of health and wellness, and find a blend of herbs that are best suited to your needs and personal body constitution. 


During our 20 minutes together, we will share a cup of tea and sit in conversation over what you would like to work on. You will then receive one custom formulation, which may be in the form of tea, tincture, glycerite, or topical preparation depending on your preference/need. If there is an additional pre-formulated product that could be suitable, that may be recommended as well.

Mini consults are best for those moving through simple, acute expressions of imbalance or who are looking for general foundational or seasonal support. For example, this may look like those looking for support with: digestive discomfort, anxiety, sleep issues, dryness, mood boosting, or general guidance with traditional nutrition or navigating seasonal changes.

BOOK YOUR MINI SESSION HERE

Please note: These consults are not suited for long-standing, chronic imbalances, complex conditions (ex: autoimmune, hormone issues), or those who are on medication. This is not a substitute for a clinical session.

Initial Consultations (90 minutes)

Sessions are portals for unearthing what’s happening within the body. Through hearing your story, exploring current physical and emotional experiences, and tongue diagnostics, I discover patterns that lead us to root causation of imbalance. From there, I create intentional herbal formulas tailored to your constitution, accompanied by food and lifestyle supplementation to address both core and surface expression of imbalance. Each protocol is entirely individual.

Once your session is booked, you will receive an email from Lia with an intake form. If cost is at all prohibitive, please email Lia directly at wayouttherecoaching@gmail.com to discuss payment and sliding scale options. 

*Please note that the cost of herbs is not included with either consult, but sourcing is always provided and budget is discussed.

Specialites: 

  • Menstrual irregularities

  • Immune imbalance

  • Nervous system dysregulation + emotional health

  • Sexual wellness 

  • Pain management

  • Burnout, fatigue, and hypersensitivity

  • Skin issues

BOOK YOUR SESSION HERE

To learn more about Lia, please visit her website at: https://thewayouttthere.com/

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Folk Herbalism for Self and Community Care
Mar
9

Folk Herbalism for Self and Community Care

CLASS IS FULL

Folk Herbalism for Self and Community care is a three month, 7 class series for folks looking to learn about and strengthen a practice of working with herbal medicine in community with other like minded folks. Every other week, we will meet to talk about a different topic in herbalism, and leave that day with homework to work with the herbs before the next class, so that we can begin with a sharing circle and help learn about the different ways folks can experience different herbal remedies.

This is an in-person class at Milk Thistle, every other Sunday at 5:30pm, starting March 9th and running until June 1st. It is highly recommended that every class be attended in person, but if you need to miss one or two, they will be recorded and available for review on a shared google drive.

Students will learn to make their own formulas, and the final class will be a medicine exchange.

This class is not comprehensive, but a chance to dip your toe into the vast world of herbalism in community with others. Students are encouraged to continue their education outside of class, and enroll in other classes at Milk Thistle or other places if it is of interest to them.

SCHEDULE

March 9th Intro to Folk Herbalism - Introductions, Ethical Considerations, Herbal Preparations and Actions In our first class, we will begin to get to know one another and why we are learning about plants, talk about ethical considerations of working with herbal medicine and administering it to others, being in good relationship with the land, an overview of common ways to work with herbs, herbal actions and more.

March 23rd - Building Immunity & Overall Health with Adaptogens, Immuno-modulators & Anti-virals - In our second class, we will share our experience with the first week homework, plus talk about different ways to strengthen and support the immune system with herbs, and go over the differences and similarities between immune-modulators, immuno-stimulating herbs, adaptogenic herbs and anti-virals.

April 6th - Medicine Making 101- Herbal Preparations (cont.) Anti-Virals (cont.) & Digestive medicine - In our third class we will share our experience working with an immune boosting herb or formula, then together we will make an herbal tincture, review different herbal preparations, and more deeply get into herbal anti-virals and the connection between that and herbs which help promote and improve digestion.

April 20th - Respiratory Resilience & Inflammation Support - We will share experience working with a digestive bitter or tea, then talk about the ways that inflammation shows up in the body, and it’s relationship with the respiratory tract- reviewing herbs that have anti-inflammatory, anti-spasmodic, demulcent, emollient and diaphoretic actions

May 4th - Plant Allies for the Nervous System and the Heart - We will begin by sharing our experience working with a respiratory or anti-inflammatory herb or formula, before getting into herbs that support our mental health- including nervines, sedatives and cardiac herbs, and how to work with them for mental health improvement.

May 18th - Energetic Medicine & Flower Essences - We begin with a sharing circle about the nervine or cardiac we worked with since last class, before moving into to going over the role of energetic medicine and how to work with flower essences. We will discuss spirits doses, plant meditations and essence making. Students will walk away with a mystery essence to work with and share about for the final class.

June 1st - Medicine Sharing Circle & Exchange- We will share our experience with the flower essence in a case study, revealing what the essence is. Then we will exchange the medicine we made and have time for any questions or discussion.

Class series is limited to 10 spots, and it always sells out! Register below, or email milkthistleyuccavalley@gmail.com about other payment options.

TESTIMONIALS from PAST STUDENTS:

This class was magical. I loved being able to sit around the table with everyone and listen to the different input and talk about the plants. There's tons of value in hearing others explanations and combining that knowledge with your own experience with the plants. I learned so much about plant medicine during this course and would absolutely recommend any classes offered at Milk Thistle

  • Taylor Allan, Fall 2024 Cohort

This series has meant so much to me and has quite literally changed my life. I went into this series very green, I really knew nothing about working with plants, now I feel very comfortable creating various tinctures and salves for friends and loved ones. Once I started working with the plants, it’s so hard to explain but my life completely changed. Corinna is a magical teacher. She runs a beautifully structured class and really creates a container for us during each series that is so much more than a class, it’s a community. I’m cracked open, I’m still integrating my newfound powerful awareness and connection to our plant family, and I’m thrilled to know how to work with plants to heal myself and my loved ones.

  • Hester Van Hooven Ward, Spring 2024 Cohort

I LOVED the Folk Herbalism for Self and Community course offered by Corinna at Milk Thistle! The class provided so much information, great for novice herbalists like myself and also more experienced herbalists. It was great to learn about the different benefits of immuno-modulators, carmitatives, adaptogens, anti-virals, nervines, sedatives, cardiac herbs, flower essences and the different ways to prepare them. I LOVED making my first fire cider and exchanging with other class members! The classes were also a great way to connect with the local community and share ideas and experiences. So happy to support an amazing small business that provides so much to the community. Highly recommend taking any class offered by Milk Thistle, thanks Corinna!

  • Lisa Drake, Fall 2023 Cohort

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Tea & Sound Bath with Willow
Feb
26

Tea & Sound Bath with Willow

Join us every Wednesday for a heartwarming evening of relaxation and restoration:
If you find yourself wandering the magical desert landscape of Joshua Tree or if you call this unique community home, we invite you to join us for a heartwarming evening that nourishes the soul and brings people together.

Nestled within the cozy walls of Milk Thistle Apothecary & Tarot , our Tea & Sound Bath Winter Wellness Series is more than just a weekly event—it's a moment to pause, breathe, and connect. Whether you're here for a short visit or looking to deepen your roots in the area, this weekly gathering is the perfect way to unwind and embrace the season's quiet beauty.

🍵Begin your journey with a soothing cup of herbal tea, lovingly crafted in-house by Corinna. Each week, we offer a unique tea blend, thoughtfully chosen to align with the intention of our sound bath, enhancing your experience of healing and renewal.

Lay back and relax as you’re bathed in 60 minutes of soothing, healing sounds by Willow. Let the gentle vibrations calm your mind, help you release stress, and restore balance to your body and spirit.

🎁 Stay for the magic after the sound bath enjoy thoughtful, intentional gifts for your loved ones (or yourself!) with a special 10% appreciation discount!

LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE

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Tarot Study Club: The Court Cards (part 2)
Feb
23

Tarot Study Club: The Court Cards (part 2)

Tarot Study Club is a monthly tarot class and discussion about working with the tarot cards.

February’s class is part 1 of 2 about the court cards- in January’s class we talked about working with the Pages and the Knights, so in February’s class we will do a short review and then turn towards Queens and Kings. The first hour is a lesson, and the second half hour are practice readings with classmates.

No experience necessary- come with a tarot deck and a notebook, and a willingness to share and practice.

Register here

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New Tapes: New Moon in Pisces
Feb
22

New Tapes: New Moon in Pisces

NEW TAPES is an exploration of the month’s new moon themes that is anchored by a hypnosis journey designed to foster deeper connection to our subconscious mind. join us and cultivate and connect with your sacred spaces within. 

Hosted by Taylor Ursula of That’s so Pisces

Spaced is limited to 12 participants. Register here!

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witchCRAFT - velvet embossing workshop
Feb
20

witchCRAFT - velvet embossing workshop

In this workshop, we’ll use heat and pressure to emboss meaningful symbols, words or imagery into velvet, creating a textured piece that serves as a reminder of self love and care. You can turn your embossed fabric into a sewn envelope or pouch for holding affirmations, love notes to yourself, or small treasures, or use it as a cover for a collaged zine made during class. You’re also welcome to bring your own velvet clothing to personalize. All materials are provided, and you’ll leave with a tactile, intentional piece infused with care and creativity.

Limit 12 people per class.

Register here.

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Tea & Sound Bath with Willow
Feb
19

Tea & Sound Bath with Willow

Join us every Wednesday for a heartwarming evening of relaxation and restoration:
If you find yourself wandering the magical desert landscape of Joshua Tree or if you call this unique community home, we invite you to join us for a heartwarming evening that nourishes the soul and brings people together.

Nestled within the cozy walls of Milk Thistle Apothecary & Tarot , our Tea & Sound Bath Winter Wellness Series is more than just a weekly event—it's a moment to pause, breathe, and connect. Whether you're here for a short visit or looking to deepen your roots in the area, this weekly gathering is the perfect way to unwind and embrace the season's quiet beauty.

🍵Begin your journey with a soothing cup of herbal tea, lovingly crafted in-house by Corinna. Each week, we offer a unique tea blend, thoughtfully chosen to align with the intention of our sound bath, enhancing your experience of healing and renewal.

Lay back and relax as you’re bathed in 60 minutes of soothing, healing sounds by Willow. Let the gentle vibrations calm your mind, help you release stress, and restore balance to your body and spirit.

🎁 Stay for the magic after the sound bath enjoy thoughtful, intentional gifts for your loved ones (or yourself!) with a special 10% appreciation discount!

LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE

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Watercolor Night with Ella
Feb
15

Watercolor Night with Ella

Destress with watercolors! Join for a chill evening of watercolor and herbal teas during the 3rd Saturday Artwalk from 5pm-8pm. Supplies provided or bring your own! Plus new paintings for sale as part of the ongoing art show ‘Blossoms’ by Ella Richie Teresa DeMaria, up til March 1.

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Tea & Sound Bath with Willow
Feb
12

Tea & Sound Bath with Willow

Join us every Wednesday for a heartwarming evening of relaxation and restoration:
If you find yourself wandering the magical desert landscape of Joshua Tree or if you call this unique community home, we invite you to join us for a heartwarming evening that nourishes the soul and brings people together.

Nestled within the cozy walls of Milk Thistle Apothecary & Tarot , our Tea & Sound Bath Winter Wellness Series is more than just a weekly event—it's a moment to pause, breathe, and connect. Whether you're here for a short visit or looking to deepen your roots in the area, this weekly gathering is the perfect way to unwind and embrace the season's quiet beauty.

🍵Begin your journey with a soothing cup of herbal tea, lovingly crafted in-house by Corinna. Each week, we offer a unique tea blend, thoughtfully chosen to align with the intention of our sound bath, enhancing your experience of healing and renewal.

Lay back and relax as you’re bathed in 60 minutes of soothing, healing sounds by Willow. Let the gentle vibrations calm your mind, help you release stress, and restore balance to your body and spirit.

🎁 Stay for the magic after the sound bath enjoy thoughtful, intentional gifts for your loved ones (or yourself!) with a special 10% appreciation discount!

LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE

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Tea & Sound Bath with Willow
Feb
5

Tea & Sound Bath with Willow

Join us every Wednesday for a heartwarming evening of relaxation and restoration:
If you find yourself wandering the magical desert landscape of Joshua Tree or if you call this unique community home, we invite you to join us for a heartwarming evening that nourishes the soul and brings people together.

Nestled within the cozy walls of Milk Thistle Apothecary & Tarot , our Tea & Sound Bath Winter Wellness Series is more than just a weekly event—it's a moment to pause, breathe, and connect. Whether you're here for a short visit or looking to deepen your roots in the area, this weekly gathering is the perfect way to unwind and embrace the season's quiet beauty.

🍵Begin your journey with a soothing cup of herbal tea, lovingly crafted in-house by Corinna. Each week, we offer a unique tea blend, thoughtfully chosen to align with the intention of our sound bath, enhancing your experience of healing and renewal.

Lay back and relax as you’re bathed in 60 minutes of soothing, healing sounds by Willow. Let the gentle vibrations calm your mind, help you release stress, and restore balance to your body and spirit.

🎁 Stay for the magic after the sound bath enjoy thoughtful, intentional gifts for your loved ones (or yourself!) with a special 10% appreciation discount!

LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE

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Heart Opening Meditation and Soundbath for Inner Peace
Feb
3

Heart Opening Meditation and Soundbath for Inner Peace

Step into a sacred space of healing and self-discovery with our Heart Opening Meditation and Sound Bath, held at Milk Thistle Apothecary & Tarot. This intimate gathering offers you the opportunity to reconnect with your heart and soul, guided by two passionate and gifted practitioners.

The evening begins with a guided meditation led by David Tang, a devoted yogi and meditation leader with a gentle, intuitive approach. David’s meditation will guide you in grounding, releasing tension, and opening your heart to deeper states of awareness and peace, blending wisdom and yogic techniques to help you navigate life with more ease and grace.

In addition to the meditation, Willow will offer a transformative sound bath using a deeply resonant singing bowl. With her intuitive presence and mastery of sound, Willow will guide you into a state of deep relaxation, allowing the vibrations to harmonize your energy and bring balance to your mind, body, and spirit.

No prior experience with meditation or sound healing is required—this event is open to all. Whether you’re seeking a moment of stillness, emotional release, or connection with your inner self, this gathering offers the perfect opportunity to reset and recharge. Reserve your spot today and join us for an evening of relaxation, reflection, and renewal. We can’t wait to share this special experience with you.

We'd love for you to join us on this evening of presence and healing.

Note: People with pacemakers and other metal/electrical devices in their bodies are advised not to participate in Sound Baths for safety purposes.

Register on Eventbrite here

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Community Care for Climate Resilience
Feb
2

Community Care for Climate Resilience

Community Care for Climate Resilience 

Let’s find resiliency together through local action and connection. Join us at Milk Thistle for a day of community care for climate resilience.  Throughout the day we will sit with climate grief through meditation, flower essence, and crafts.  Then we will work to transfer this anxiety and grief into something that is bearable, useful and meaningful through discussion on local action we can take to build resilience and hope.  Lastly we will end the day with a casual afternoon tea and chat about herbs for climate resilience.

Join for one, some or all events!

10am Climate grief meditation with flower essence with David and Corinna

11am Candle craft with recycled materials ($6 for candle)

12-2 Vegan lunch and climate hope & action discussion (RSVP below $20)

2-5 Cactus and Cauldron afternoon tea with herbs for climate resilience

2-5 Eco Tarot readings available with Adriene

Vegan Lunch and Climate Hope and Action Discussion sign up

This event sign up is for the lunch and discussion portion of the day from 12-2.  Full schedule (above) is all drop-ins welcome.  For lunch, we will join together for a vegan meal catered by Christian @savagefoods.  The cost for this lunch and discussion combo is $20 to go towards your meal.  If you would like to join just for the discussion, you can select that free option, but don’t miss out on this tasty meal from a lovely local vegan chef!  

Discussion will be facilitated by Anna, a Milk Thistle herbalism student, shop witch, certified california naturalist and california climate steward.   We will connect with our emotions on climate change and then move through discussions touching on these potential topics:

  • our unique desert ecosystem

  • conservation efforts in the desert

  • restoration through listening to native stewards of this land

  • local volunteering opportunities

  • climate benefits of moving towards a plant based diet

  • resilient gardening/landscaping

  • Composting & waste reduction

  • resource sharing

  • Current actions to take to support recovery from recent fires in LA area

  • proactive community preparation for future local climate disruption (heat, floods, fire, etc). 

  • <insert your question, topic, story, action here>*

Yes that’s a lot of potential topics, yet we will see where the conversation goes.  This is not a lecture and deeply encourages everyone to come with their emotions, experiences, knowledge and calls to action to the table.  Come join the climate conscious community & conversation.

*If you would like to suggest topics ahead of time or discuss anything related to this event beforehand, you are welcome to email annadining@gmail.com .  Otherwise bring the topics, stories etc. on Feb 2nd

Space is limited! RSVP strongly encouraged! Sign up here

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Open Mic Night hosted by David Tang
Feb
1

Open Mic Night hosted by David Tang

Join us for a magical night of raw talent, laughter, and inspiration in the Hi-Desert. Comedy, poetry, music - if you've got something to say (or sing), we're here for it. Musicians, bring what you need. Keep it stripped down and let those strings and voices shine. This is your chance to test out your material in front of a supportive crowd of desert folks.

Arrive right at 6:30pm to sign up - spots fill up fast. Join us on this chill, supportive, and maybe a little mystical night. You never know what magic the desert will stir up. Let's make the desert sing, laugh, and rhyme together!

Complimentary tea and snacks provided. Aaron Sheppard of Lazorbeam Roadkilla will be set up out back offering witchy flash tattoos from 4pm-10pm!

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imbolc collective grief circle & community altar
Feb
1

imbolc collective grief circle & community altar

Imbolc is the pagan holiday to celebrate the mid point between the first day of winter, and the first day of spring. To honor this passage of time, we will be gathering together for a collective grief circle to celebrate this transition. Join us around 3pm for heart-opening tea and snacks, and a circle of collective care to share stories of grief, hope and love.

We will be opening up a community altar during this time which will be up through the weekend. Feel free to bring items for the altar, snacks and flowers to share, and come with a willingness to listen and be heard.

We will also be working with essence of “Stone Circle” from Alaska Essences.

Event is free of charge, donations towards the space greatly appreciated.

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Trees and Resins Workshop
Jan
30

Trees and Resins Workshop

Winter is a very special time of year, resilient evergreens mark the land with their unmistakable presence and scent, unphased by changeable weather across ecosystems. Many lifetimes are held within the ripples of their bark.

Join Clinical Herbalist Lia Aspen for an evening of tree stories and wisdom, the beautiful botany of these ancient lifegivers, and how we are in partnership with them in herbal medicine.

In this 2-hour workshop, we will experience: some of our beloved medicinal trees, botanically identify different evergreens with branches and leaves, dive into evergreen personalities, learn how to work with leaves, twigs, branches, and barks as medicine, and discover the magic of resin (energetic and physical use, smoke medicine, and first aid). At the end of our class, we will make medicine with resident conifer, Pinyon Pine, resin and all will go home with a 1 oz tin of resin salve.

Cost per participant: $40.

Register here!

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Sip &amp; Unwind
Jan
29

Sip & Unwind

Sip & Unwind this Winter Season!

Join us for a heartwarming evening of relaxation and restoration:

🍵Begin your journey with a delicious cup of our Winter Wellness herbal tea blend —crafted by our own, Corinna .

Lay back and relax as you’re bathed in 60 minutes of soothing, healing sounds by Willow. Let the gentle vibrations calm your mind, melt away holiday stress, and restore balance to your body and spirit.

🎁 Stay for the magic after the sound bath enjoy thoughtful, intentional gifts for your loved ones (or yourself!) with a special 10% appreciation discount!

AGENDA:

  • Doors Open at 5:25

  • Tea at 5:30 PM

  • Sound bath at 5:45 PM

Don’t miss this self-care experience! Space is limited, so reserve your spot now.

FAQ:

  • Free parking available

  • While yoga mats and blankets will be provided, you’re welcome to bring your own blanket or pillow for extra coziness.

  • Wear comfortable clothing and socks to help you stay warm and relaxed during the session.

  • Arrive a few minutes early to settle into your space and prepare for a peaceful experience.


Note: Sound Baths are not recommended for people who have a pacemaker and other health related metal or electrical devices attached or within their body due to safety concerns and reasons.

About Willow:

Willow is a Curandera, Shamanic and Reiki Master Healer with ancestral Indigenous roots in Mexico. A born-and-raised Californian, Willow blends ancient Curanderismo, Shamanism, and modern Energy Healing to support her clients’ journeys of transformation.

Certified in Energy Medicine, Sound Healing, and Emotion Code, Willow's offerings include immersive sound baths, shamanic reiki, plant medicine ceremonies, and sacred healing spaces. Her practice embraces diversity—welcoming individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and beliefs.

REGISTER HERE

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Tarot Study Club
Jan
26

Tarot Study Club

A monthly study club for all levels of tarot learners and practitioners!

For January and February, we will be focusing on working with the court cards in readings and spreads!

limited to 12 people per class, sign up here.

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Sip &amp; Unwind
Jan
22

Sip & Unwind

Sip & Unwind this Winter Season!

Join us for a heartwarming evening of relaxation and restoration:

🍵Begin your journey with a delicious cup of our Winter Wellness herbal tea blend —crafted by our own, Corinna .

Lay back and relax as you’re bathed in 60 minutes of soothing, healing sounds by Willow. Let the gentle vibrations calm your mind, melt away holiday stress, and restore balance to your body and spirit.

🎁 Stay for the magic after the sound bath enjoy thoughtful, intentional gifts for your loved ones (or yourself!) with a special 10% appreciation discount!

AGENDA:

  • Doors Open at 5:25

  • Tea at 5:30 PM

  • Sound bath at 5:45 PM

Don’t miss this self-care experience! Space is limited, so reserve your spot now.

FAQ:

  • Free parking available

  • While yoga mats and blankets will be provided, you’re welcome to bring your own blanket or pillow for extra coziness.

  • Wear comfortable clothing and socks to help you stay warm and relaxed during the session.

  • Arrive a few minutes early to settle into your space and prepare for a peaceful experience.


Note: Sound Baths are not recommended for people who have a pacemaker and other health related metal or electrical devices attached or within their body due to safety concerns and reasons.

About Willow:

Willow is a Curandera, Shamanic and Reiki Master Healer with ancestral Indigenous roots in Mexico. A born-and-raised Californian, Willow blends ancient Curanderismo, Shamanism, and modern Energy Healing to support her clients’ journeys of transformation.

Certified in Energy Medicine, Sound Healing, and Emotion Code, Willow's offerings include immersive sound baths, shamanic reiki, plant medicine ceremonies, and sacred healing spaces. Her practice embraces diversity—welcoming individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and beliefs.

REGISTER HERE

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