URGENT UPDATE: Residents in the Shirley area are invited to an exciting virtual program titled “Creating a Modern Homestead” featuring renowned homesteader and author Victoria Pruett. The event is set for 7 p.m. on January 26, 2024, and will be hosted by the Ashland Public Library in collaboration with local libraries.
This online event promises to deliver vital insights into sustainable living practices that can be implemented right away. Pruett will delve into her acclaimed book, “Creating a Modern Homestead: Traditional Skills for Real, Everyday Life,” offering practical strategies for everyday individuals eager to adopt homesteading techniques.
Attendees can expect to learn about essential topics such as cooking from scratch, preserving food, raising backyard chickens, home gardening, and employing natural pest control methods. Each of these strategies is designed to help participants feel more connected to nature and reduce reliance on commercial systems—an increasingly relevant concern in today’s world.
This program is tailored for everyone, regardless of homesteading experience, ensuring that all attendees leave with actionable ideas to enhance their daily lives. The emphasis will be on achievable lifestyle changes that promote sustainability and self-sufficiency in a rapidly changing environment.
Don’t miss out! This is a unique opportunity to gain knowledge from an expert in the field. For those looking to register, visit the calendars of your local libraries: Lunenburg Public Library at lunenburglibrary.org, Hazen Memorial Library at shirleylibrary.org, and Groton Public Library at gpl.org.
Join the conversation on sustainable living and take the first step towards creating a modern homestead in your own home. Share this news with friends and family who might be interested!
