Tired of the endless cycle of mowing, watering, and fertilizing your lawn? Imagine a yard that saves your back, limits water use, and actively benefits the planet.

Join host storyteller Judith Black and garden designer/horticulturist Larry Simpson, from Marblehead Recreation and Parks Commission, for a presentation designed to show you ways you can transform your traditional manicured turf into a vibrant, biodiverse oasis. You'll learn how to support every rung of the food chain, enhance both carbon and water absorption, and potentially grow highly nutritious food for your community.

The presentation outlines five practical models for a successful transition, emphasizing that now, before the snow falls, is the ideal time to start. Discover the easy way to make your grass disappear this autumn and be fully prepared for a spring bursting with possibilities.

Come for the inspiring stories, stay for the knowledge, and enjoy some homemade triple chocolate chip cookies. In the spirit of an eco-event, please bring your own reusable water bottle!

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