Every year I try to go to the Northeastern Poultry Congress in Springfield, Massachusetts where I can see hundreds of beautiful birds and learn from expert breeders. This year, let's … more
The Northeast Organic Farming Association of NJ runs an outstanding winter conference. I'll be there on Sunday, January 27 to talk about backyard chicken keeping.
I'll be talking about chick selection and chick care at the Chelmsford Agway on Saturday, Feb 16. The workshop is at 11 and there will be time afterwards for Q … more
I'll be doing four free Skype visits at schools from California to New Hampshire to celebrate WRAD. This year, I'll be reading Tillie Lays an Egg while sitting amongst the … more
I'll be doing a backyard chicken keeping talk and slideshow in Dover. Sign-up is through Dover-Sherborn Community Education. I'm on page 7 of this catalog.
I'll be bringing a hen to the Concord Library for this storytime. It's part of the Concord Reads About Farming And Food program in concert with the Concord Museum's exhibit, … more
I'll be at the Concord Carousel for a preschool storytime. With a hen, of course!
I'll be talking to a group of educators about what makes an engaging storytime, and how to go use a picture book as a jump-off for learning and writing. I'll … more
I'm flying down to Austin, Texas! Lauren Scheuer and I will be in the Lone Star State for the Austin Funky Chicken Coop Tour. Join us at the Driskill Bar at 5:30 … more
The second graders are hatching chicks! I get to be part of the educational fun of this springtime program. I'll bring a hen so the children can see what the … more
I'll be bringing a hen to Our Lady's Academy in Waltham, MA, where we'll meet the pre-K and K classes.
I'll be in Somerville, MA, to talk about urban chicken keeping. During this slide show/lecture I'll cover everything you'll need to know to get started with a small flock of … more
This workshop is FULL. Spaces remain in the June 8 workshop. Keep an eye on this events page, as I'll be adding more programs! This 2 hour workshop in my … more
I'll be hosting 6 five-year olds for a private storytime in my backyard. The goats are sure to get some attention.
I'll be at the Peter Noyes School, in Sudbury, MA, to read Tillie Lays an Egg and talk about chickens. I'll be meeting all of the Kindergarten students who will … more