CLARKSBURG, Mass. — The Clarksburg Town Library and the Clarksburg Agricultural Commission will present the documentary film "Did You Put Milk in the Bucket?: A Tribute to The Center for Resourceful Living" on Saturday, Feb. 28 at 2 PM at the Clarksburg Town Library, 711 West Cross Road, Clarksburg. 

 

The event is free and open to the public, and refreshments will be served.

 

The Center for Resourceful Living (1975–1980), based at what was then North Adams State College (now Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts), offered hands-on learning and academic courses focused on sustainable living, renewable energy, localized solutions, and reduced environmental impact. Founded by Professor Lawrence Vadnais and his wife, Betty, longtime residents of Stamford, Vt, the Center had a lasting influence despite its brief existence, stated a press release.

 

Students learned by operating a college farm in Clarksburg, growing and preserving food, raising livestock, building renewable-energy infrastructure, and using draft animals for farming and logging. Many consider the program ahead of its time in anticipating today's climate challenges. The year 2025 marks the Center's 50th anniversary.

 

Filmmaker Sharon Wyrrick will be present at the screening. Funding for the film was provided in part by the Cultural Council of Northern Berkshire, supported by the Mass Cultural Council.