The Dark Folklore of Plants
October 18, 2026 · 2 PM
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Rifat Salam gives a talk on the folklore, myths, magic and histories of plants at East 4th Street Community Garden, followed by an herbal garden tour led by Marian Trupiano.
Hear sociology professor Rifat Salam explore plant folklore, myths and magic, then take an herbal garden tour led by Marian Trupiano.
What dark lore and histories lurk in our gardens, parks, and woodlands? Join BMCC sociology professor Rifat Salam for a talk exploring the folklore, myths, and magic of plants—from the familiar to the infamous at East 4th Street Community Garden. To be followed by an herbal garden tour by our very own Marian Trupiano!
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