The Yerbabruja is a plant that flourishes in the harshest conditions and survives for a better tomorrow with just the sunlight for hope. Our mission at Yerbabruja is to connect community, art, and education and create a positive impact in the lives of the people we connect with through our work! 

Due to the present environment of COVID, we believe virtual protocols should still be followed. We propose the following tentative schedule:
• MARCH 3, 2022 - VIRTUAL DISCUSSION #1 – The American Sunrise, a Book discussion with an emphasis on comparing the Native American experience west and east of the Mississippi. (Moderator – Madeline “Mandy” Miller Jackson)
• MARCH 17, 2022 - VIRTUAL DISCUSSION #2 – The American Sunrise, a Book discussion with an emphasis on comparing the poet’s Joy Harjo and the late Olivia Ward BushBanks, a Montaukett. (Moderator – Madeline “Mandy” Miller Jackson)
• MARCH 31, 2022 - ONSITE (HYBRID) DISCUSSION #3 – The viewing of the documentary Conscience Point, and discussion comparing it to the book, The American Sunrise with panelist from the Montauketts, Shinnecock, and Unkechaug Nations. (Moderator – Madeline “Mandy” Miller Jackson) This event will take place in the BayshoreBrightwater Public Library’s auditorium.

1/11/2022   Shinnecock History and More with Jeremy Dennis
                      7:00 pm- 8:00 pm
                      Brentwood Public Library 34 Second Avenue Brentwood NY

1/25/2022 1/25/2022 Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer
                      6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
                      Brentwood Public Library 34 Second Avenue Brentwood NY

2/1/22 2/1/22 Take-home kit available starting on Feb. 1st, while supplies last. Brentwood Public Library 34 Second Avenue Brentwood NY 11717

2/5/2022 2/5/2022 Seed Saturday: Native Seed Search Lecture
                      11:00 am - 12:00 pm
                      Brentwood Public Library 34 Second Avenue Brentwood NY


2/11/2022 2/11/2022 An Introduction to Native American Genealogical Research
                      2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
                      Brentwood Public Library 34 Second Avenue Brentwood NY

             linMonth Calendar | Brentwood Public Library (librarycalendar.com)

It is always hard to find the words for how to best express our gratitude for the truly loving way you have supported us during and since the pandemic shutdown. You helped artists and our team accomplish some remarkable achievements with online and onsite programming and community-building. Our heartfelt thanks to our sponsors, contributors, and volunteers!

Stay tuned for upcoming events and programs!