Events at Lucia's Garden

Fall 2008 Events and Classes

Lucia’s Garden Autumn Open House: Refreshments and Fun!!!!!!

* * *Saturday, October 11, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM* * *

40%-Off Sale Friday and Saturday, October 10-11, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Lucia turned 60 in mid-September and we want to celebrate! Come by and say hello... and take advantage of a 40% off SALE. YES... 40% off nearly everything in the store!

Instead of gifts for Lucia, just bring a check made out to The Houston Food Bank or Brigid's Place, if you wish.

On Saturday, we are so happy to present Joann Anderson, healer and wise woman, who will be available for readings. There are really no words to describe this gifted and creative seer. Her sessions are $100 and well worth it.

New Orleans Seafood Feast, $55 ($20 food fee included), June 18, September 10, 6:30-10:00 pm.

It is summer and our thoughts turn to lazy evenings in a New Orleans eatery, enjoying the tantalizing smells and this wonderful cuisine of the Crescent City. Lucia’s father was born in New Orleans and she grew up in a kitchen that knew the spices, seafood, and music of this treasure on the Mississippi. Enjoy preparing and dining on Shrimp Etouffee over Pecan Rice, Mama’s Famous Crab Casserole, Baked Zucchini with Baby Swiss and Parmesan Cheese, French Bread with Garlic Herb Butter, Luscious Bread Pudding with Whisky Sauce.

Spice it up! $55 ($20 food fee included), September 18, 6:30-10:00 pm.

Enliven your senses and take the dull out of your cooking with the use of spices! Enjoy cooking with basil, thyme, rosemary, paprika and parsley, along with many other delicious seasonings. Prepare Pan Seared Pork Tenderloin, Leeks in Olive oil with Rice, Kofte, Italian Salad with Herbed Dressings, and Salmon Fillet with Creamy Dill and Mushroom Sauce.

Mob Cooking on the Run $55 ($20 food fee included), September 24, 6:30-10:00 pm

Al Capone and mobsters like him didn’t commit crimes just for the fun of it. They wanted to live the good life and a major part of this good life was great food. Now a new cookbook has been published that features the dishes of the Mafia. Though none of her own family was in this less than august organization, Lucia Bettler can recognize a good thing when she sees it, and she wants to share the best of the best with you. Explore this cuisine while learning to make Chicken Scallopini, a Black Olive Appetizer, Sicilian Stuffed Mushrooms, Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan Cheese, and Ricotta Cheesecake with Orange and Lemon Zest.

The Tuscan Table September 29, 6:30-10:00 pm, $55 ($20 food fee included).

Each season in Tuscany brings particular pleasures. Summer is a time when fresh fruits and vegetables are abundant in the markets. Join Lucia for another delightful evening under the Tuscan sun! Lose yourself in Red Peppers Melted with Balsamic Vinegar, Proscuitto and Ripe Melon, Cold Tomato Soup with Roasted Garlic and Basil, Farfalle with Sausage, Peas and Mushrooms, Green Beans with Black Olives and Spring Onions, and Sliced Peaches with Sweetened Mascarpone and Amaretti Cookies.

Meet the Author: Book signing with Virgil Fry Saturday, October 4, 1:00-4:00 PM

Virgil Fry, the Executive Director of Lifeline Chaplaincy in Houston, is a local author and a gifted counselor. He often lectures on the topic of spiritual issues in serious illness and grief. His two books, Disrupted: Finding God in Illness and Loss, and Rekindled: Warmed by Fires of Hope, are reflective of his life experiences and inner spirit. The books are a compilation of poems, reflections, and prayers that arose from his role as a hospital chaplain and family caregiver. Lucia's Garden is so pleased to present this caring man and his work to you.

Herb Festival--Herb Society of America--South Texas Unit
At the Hermann Park Garden Center Saturday, October 25, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Come and celebrate herbs with the Herb Society. Lucia's Garden will be there with books galore. The herb ladies will offer their jellies, herbal workshops, delicious boxed lunches, and organic herb plants.

Oaxaca--Day of the Dead Cooking of Mexico Wednesday, October 29

Explore the food of this colorful "All Souls" Feast with Lucia Bettler. You will hear the stories and learn the customs of this ancient Mexican festival as we view the traditional altar or Offrenda dedicated to past loved ones. There will be golden marigolds, folk art and music. The menu: Quesadillas with sauteed poblanos, brie and mango; cinnamon roasted chicken; los camotes (sweet potatoes) with cinnamon and clove syrup; seasonal green salad with calendula marigolds; pan de los muertos (bread); Mexican chocolate flan; and hibiscus and orange tea with pineapple sage. Join us for a wonderful evening of remembrance.

Autumn Magic Class with Joann Anderson, $35.00 Thursday, October 30, 7:00-9:30 PM

Join us for an enchanting evening with Joann, wise woman and seer, in this season of harvest wisdom. Halloween is near and the veil between the worlds is thin… a perfect time to explore the season of magic. Joann will lead us in meditation as we explore the gifts of the soul. You will learn what tools to use to create magic in your life and how to manifest the life you want. Using her knowledge of Native American totem animals, Celtic wisdom, and the wise woman tradition, you will experience an evening of insight and creativity.

Monthly Gathering in the Moon Cottage at Lucia’s Garden!

Reconnection for Co-Creation , with Diane Bywaters Landon

A time of reconnecting with the Holy through silent meditation, movement, sharing, and the wisdom teachings from many world traditions and realizations. Through reconnecting we are inspired to more consciously co-create our life with the Holy. A gathering for those who view Life as their greatest spiritual teacher.

This group meets in the Moon Cottage at Lucia’s Garden on the first Sunday of every month, 10 am – 12:30 pm.

*Lucia Bettler is a past president of the International Herb Association, a certified aromatherapist, a member of the Herb Society of America and of the Houston Culinary Guild. Michael Bettler is a master gardener certified by the Texas Agricultural Extension Service. Lucia and Michael are the co-owners of Lucia’s Garden.