Let’s Talk About Food
Let's Talk About Food should be an interesting event. If you want to know more about food policy, it's the place to go. I'll be at the Author's Book Signing Booth from 12:30 to 1 pm.
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Chicken Keeping Workshop
Little Pond Farm 388 Stearns St, Carlisle, MA, United StatesThis 2-hour workshop in my backyard will cover the basics of what you need to know to have your own small flock of laying hens. You'll learn everything from feeding, to flock dynamics, to predator protection, to coop design, to what to do with manure (you'll get to see my composting system). You'll even get to … more
$40
Advanced Chicken Keeping Class
Little Pond Farm 388 Stearns St, Carlisle, MA, United StatesThis 2-hour class is for people who already have chickens. I'll go over all of the major ailments that chickens get, and a few of the more obscure illnesses that I've seen. I'll talk about practical and effective health care, from maintenance to what to do in the case of a sudden health crisis. I'll … more
$40
Storytime at Tower Hill
Tower Hill Botanical Garden 11 French Drive, Boylston, MA, United StatesI'll be at the glorious Tower Hill Botanic Garden for their Family Fun Harvest Day, to do a storytime - ably assisted by a hen! Come for the program, but plan to spend the day. There are miles of hiking trails, gorgeous gardens, and indoor greenhouses (so come even if the weather is rainy.)
Backyard Chicken Keeping For Gardeners
Fitchburg Art Museum 25 Merriam Parkway, Fitchburg, MA, United StatesKeeping chickens in your backyard and having a beautiful lawn and garden are not mutually exclusive! Done right, the flock will not only add fresh eggs to your table, but also can help with bug control and make rich compost. Come to this free lecture at the Fitchburg Art Museum sponsored by the Laurelwood Garden … more
Lunenburg Primary School
The First Graders at the Lunenburg Primary School hatch chicks. As part of that curriculum, I'll be visiting the classrooms to read Tillie Lays an Egg, and discuss all things chicken and egg. I'll have a hen with me, of course!
Chick Care
Chelmsford Agway 24 Maple Road, Chelmsford, MA, United StatesIf you're getting chicks this spring, this talk will tell you what you need to know to take good care of them so that the little ones will grow into thriving laying hens. Free and open to the public.
Getting Started with Chickens
New England Nurseries 216 Concord Road, Bedford, MA, United StatesI'll be talking about Getting Started With Chickens at New England Nurseries. New England Nurseries is a local garden center that I rely on for seeds (what a selection!) and koi food, as well as plants. They've invited me to be part of their Saturday morning lecture series. The talk is free and open to … more
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