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Goodbye Lawn: Exploring Alternatives to Grass for Easy Landscaping

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Goodbye Lawn

Exploring Alternatives to Grass for Easy Landscaping

2024-08-22 18:00:00 2024-08-22 19:30:00 America/New_York Goodbye Lawn Join us for an enlightening lecture, “Goodbye Lawn”; we’ll delve into innovative alternatives to traditional grassy lawns for a more sustainable and visually appealing landscaping experience. Main Library - Piano Space

Thursday, August 22
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-08-22 18:00:00 2024-08-22 19:30:00 America/New_York Goodbye Lawn Join us for an enlightening lecture, “Goodbye Lawn”; we’ll delve into innovative alternatives to traditional grassy lawns for a more sustainable and visually appealing landscaping experience. Main Library - Piano Space

Main Library

Piano Space

Join us for an enlightening lecture, “Goodbye Lawn”; we’ll delve into innovative alternatives to traditional grassy lawns for a more sustainable and visually appealing landscaping experience.

This session will cover lawn reduction techniques, delve into the fascinating world of soil science, and provide inspiration to move beyond the conventional grass-covered yard.

Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting on your landscaping journey, this lecture promises to broaden your perspective on lawn alternatives and inspire you to embrace a more sustainable and eco-friendly approach to your outdoor space. Say goodbye to the traditional lawn and embark on a journey towards a greener, more diverse, and visually captivating landscape with The Grateful Gardener as your guide.

For Adults. Registration is required. Contact Ari at apappas@minlib.net with any questions.

About Todd:

Known by some, loved by many, as The Grateful Gardener – Todd Breitenstein has been gardening in all fashions since he was a toddler in the family garden. Todd has grown everything from moss to sea kale. He has studied ecology, conservation, and permaculture and is a NOFA organic land care professional. His interest in native plants grew through companion planting in his vegetable garden. If you see someone off the path in the woods turning logs to smell the earth, it’s probably Todd. A tree hugger thru and through; talking about natural gardens is his calling.

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Phone: 781-751-9284

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We're closed Friday June 19 due to In observance of Juneteenth Independence Day.
Mon, Jun 15 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jun 16 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jun 17 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jun 18 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jun 19 Closed
(In observance of Juneteenth Independence Day.)
Sat, Jun 20 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jun 21 Closed

About the branch

The Main Library is located on Church Street in Dedham Square. In addition to traditional library material, the Main Library also houses town archives, the Dedham Collection.

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