Date: 6/13/2026
Time: 10:00AM-12:00PM
Location: Farmington Road
Urban Homesteading: From Seed to Table
Embark on a hands-on journey into small-scale urban homesteading with this immersive course. Learn the essential techniques for growing your own food—from seed to harvest—and discover methods for preparing and preserving the fruits of your labor.
The course goes beyond gardening, introducing a variety of homesteading skills including cheese making, soap making, herbal medicine (from historical and ethnobotanical perspectives), and practical cooking techniques and recipes.
The full program runs through September, with one two-hour class per month for a total of six sessions.
This class may be purchased individually ($75 per person/per class) or as a complete series at $375. This course is the perfect gift for the DIY enthusiast or anyone interested in self-sufficiency.
Class 3: Care & Preserves
In this hands-on session, you’ll learn essential techniques for maintaining a thriving garden, including pruning tomatoes and mid-season fertilizing to maximize growth and yield.
The class also explores homemade food preservation, guiding you through the process of making delicious jams and jellies from your harvest. Combine gardening skills with practical kitchen techniques in this flavorful and educational session.
