On a gorgeous early Summer day in June 2024, a couple of PMP volunteers gathered in Montague to harvest herbs for the PMP Apothecary. Little did they know that they would actually be reuniting as friends and colleagues from the work they do together at Mothers Out Front. Surprised to see each other … [Read more...] about Mothers Out Front- when Neighbors become Change Makers
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Springtime Offerings
April 15th, 2024 Dear Friends,I hope this message finds you in health and with curiosity for the unfolding nature of Sprintime! For us in Western Massachusetts and at PMP, we are feeling inspired by the new Nettles patches springing up in spots that we’ve been trying to cultivate for years, and … [Read more...] about Springtime Offerings
Grieving, Giving Thanks, and Lighting New Fires
Dear Friends,I imagine that you, like me, are still adjusting to the season where trees become bare, and the darkness descends. Last night I visited a neighbor whose father just passed away. On the long walk across the farm, I was dazzled by the clarity of the open sky, and brightness of the … [Read more...] about Grieving, Giving Thanks, and Lighting New Fires
Sept 2021 Newsletter:
Clinics are Back, and They're Plant Powered! Hello Friends! The big news this month is that outdoor mobile clinics are up and running for the fall. We are out offering body work and herbs in Greenfield and have two robust herbal clinics in Great (Turner's) Falls and Springfield. … [Read more...] about Sept 2021 Newsletter:
Nov 2021 Newsletter: Stay Warm with Remote Services… and Sage Honey
Hello Friends! With frosty mornings and early evenings upon us now, that's a wrap on our fall season of outdoor mobile clinics! Thanks to everyone who came out to access services, volunteered at clinics, grew plants, donated medicines, and supported from afar. Together, we take care of each … [Read more...] about Nov 2021 Newsletter: Stay Warm with Remote Services… and Sage Honey
February 2021
What is mutual aid?**One of our favorite resources is this illustrated history of mutual aid by Ariel Aberg-Riger, featured above. The compilation of illustrations from Bloomberg News also has a great reading list for people wanting to learn more.***The term "mutual aid" was popularized by … [Read more...] about February 2021
