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Composting 101
Saturday, October 7th at 11:00 a.m.
This is an in-person program at the Sherman Library

Join the Sherman Conservation Commission and the Sherman Library for for Composting 101. Composting is the natural process of recycling organic matter, such as leaves and food scraps, into a valuable fertilizer that can enrich soil and plants. Jen Heaton-Jones, Master Composter and the Executive Director of the regional governmental solid waste and recycling authority, HRRA, will walk attendees through composting 101. During the class Jen will discuss what types of composting bins are best and where to locate a composting bin. She will also discuss what to put in a composting bin and what to avoid. In addition, Jen will cover how to manage a compost bin and how to harvest compost.

This is an in-person program at the Sherman Library.