Composting 101 includes a classroom presentation followed by hands-on instruction in the Sherman Community Garden.
What will I learn?How composting benefits our garden
and our community
Basic components of composting
Mechanics of composting
Setting up a composting system at home
How to use compost in your garden or yard
When: Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Time: 1:30 to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Advocate Sherman Hospital, 1425 N. Randall Rd., Elgin
Park in front of hospital at main entrance. Information Desk at the hospital entrance can provide directions.
Continuing Education Master Gardener Credit: 2.5 Credit Hours
Class Presented by Master Composters who volunteer at SNPCG
Registration required for each person. Space is limited. No cost for this program.
Note: Please come dressed for weather and work, as this event incudes hands-on in the garden, as well as in-class instruction.
For questions or if you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, call the office at 630-584-6166 or email
stojand@illinois.edu. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time for meeting your access needs.
TO REGISTER: Log in as a guest by completing the form below, or log in with your Extension account (if you have one).