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SUMMARY:Backyard Composting with Geobins - In-person 
LOCATION:Olney Library\nOlney Library
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DESCRIPTION:This 1-hour hands-on workshop supports the Backyard Compost Bi
 n Program and introduces participants to the Geobins. .\nhttps://mcpl.libn
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X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:<p><strong>Backyard Composting with Geobins</
 strong></p>\n<p>This 1-hour hands-on workshop supports the Backyard Compos
 t Bin Program and introduces participants to the Geobins distributed throu
 gh Olney Library. The session provides a comprehensive overview of how to 
 set up\, use\, and maintain a backyard compost system using a Geobin\, wit
 h a strong emphasis on practical strategies\, troubleshooting\, and confid
 ent long‑term use. &nbsp\;The Geobins are free of charge to Montgom
 ery County residents. They are specifically for composting yard trim (not 
 food scraps).<br />&nbsp\;</p>\n<p><strong>Workshop Objectives</strong></p
 >\n<p><br /><strong>By the end of the workshop\, participants will:</stron
 g><br />&bull\; Understand what a Geobin is\, how it works\, and why it&rs
 quo\;s an effective backyard composting option.<br />&bull\; Know how to a
 ssemble and place a Geobin in their yard.<br />&bull\; Learn what material
 s can be composted\, how to create a balanced mix\, and how to maintain an
  active pile.<br />&bull\; Feel comfortable diagnosing and correcting comm
 on composting issues such as odors\, pests\, and slow decomposition.<br />
 &bull\; Leave with tips for seasonal maintenance and long‑term care
 .</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>Questions about this program?&nbsp\;Contact the Olney b
 ranch (240)773-9545&nbsp\;</p>\n<p></p>\n<p>&nbsp\;Don't have a card right
  now?&nbsp\; No worries!&nbsp\; Find out how to&nbsp\;<a href="https://mon
 tgomerycountymd.gov/library/services/card.html">Get a Library Card</a>.</p
 >\n<p>Library Program Attendance (both virtual and in the branch) is limit
 ed to participants within the suggested age range of the program. Children
  attending an MCPL program under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an ad
 ult. Adults attending a program intended for children must have an accompa
 nying child.</p>\n<p>If you plan to attend with a group of ten or more\, p
 lease contact the branch at least one week before the program to discuss h
 ow your group might be accommodated.</p>\n<h3>Accommodation Requests</h3>\
 n<!-- v2026.4.0 -->\n<p>To request an accommodation\, contact the <a href=
 "https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/node/17144">library branch</a> where y
 ou want the accommodation. If they are unable to help\, or if you need an 
 accommodation for an online resource or event\, complete our <a href="http
 s://mcgmd.wufoo.com/forms/wypec8q0j2yngy/">Accommodation Request Form</a> 
 online or call Library Administration at <a href="tel:+12407770002">240-77
 7-0002</a>.</p>\nhttps://mcpl.libnet.info/event/17354038
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