CommuniTEA: Backyard Chickens

Date(s): Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Time: 6:00pm-7:00pm
Venue: Washteanw Food Hub
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Join Washtenaw Food Hub this week with Liz Barney for a workshop on backyard chickens.

Liz will share stories from her childhood raising chickens and how she reintroduced them into her life while living in downtown Ann Arbor. In this engaging and informative session, you’ll learn about the many benefits of backyard chickens. There will be plenty of time for questions, making this a great opportunity for beginners or anyone curious about raising chickens at home. And for a little extra fun, a few feathered friends might even make a special appearance.

The event is free, but advanced registration is appreciated.

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