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Basic Backyard Composting

Presented by Keep Greater Milwaukee Beautiful
2025-08-21 13:00:00 2025-08-21 14:00:00 America/Chicago Basic Backyard Composting Learn about what composting is, why composting is important, and how to compost in your own backyard. East Branch - Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug

Thursday, August 21
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-08-21 13:00:00 2025-08-21 14:00:00 America/Chicago Basic Backyard Composting Learn about what composting is, why composting is important, and how to compost in your own backyard. East Branch - Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug

East Branch

Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug

Learn about what composting is, why composting is important, and how to compost in your own backyard.

Get the dirt on composting! Learn about what composting is, why composting is important, and how to compost in your own backyard. We will cover all of the basics, from what food can go in your bin, to tips on how to build your pile, and how you can achieve nutrient rich compost.

AGE GROUP: | Older Adults | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Sustainability, Green, & Environmental |

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East Branch
Phone: 414-286-3000
Branch manager
Amelia Osterud
Hours

Today's hours

We're open 12:00PM to 8:00PM

Mon, Aug 18 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Tue, Aug 19 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Aug 20 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Aug 21 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Aug 22 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 23 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 24 Closed
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Upcoming Events

Strong Baby Resource Table - City of Milwaukee Health Department (MHD)
Thu, Aug 21, 10:15am - 12:00pm
Book Return Resource Table
Milwaukee Health Department staff will share resources to help keep your children healthy and safe.
Basic Backyard Composting - Presented by Keep Greater Milwaukee Beautiful
Thu, Aug 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Learn about what composting is, why composting is important, and how to compost in your own backyard.
MKE Elevate MCH Action Team - City of Milwaukee MKE Elevate MCH Action Team
Thu, Aug 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
For more information, visit https://city.milwaukee.gov/Health/MKE-Elevate.
Tech-splanation @ MPL
Tue, Aug 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Other - See description for location
Do you have a question about your smartphone, tablet, or other electronic device? Need help accessing library resources? We can help! 
Employ Milwaukee Tabling
Thu, Aug 28, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Employ Milwaukee will be at the library to share information about employment opportunities, paid training programs, and much more.
Death Café at the East Branch Library
Tue, Sep 02, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
A Death Café is a place for people of all ages to discuss issues related to death and dying, while sharing a warm drink and a sweet snack.
Crosswords, Coloring, and Community
Wed, Sep 03, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Relax and puzzle your way through Wednesday morning in the beautiful East Branch Community Room. Crosswords, jigsaw puzzles, adult coloring supplies, and a beverage will be provided.
Craft & Chat
Thu, Sep 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Bring your craft and hang out for a cozy craft and chat! All-ages program to bring neighborhood crafters together. Every Thursday starting September 4th thru December 4th, 4-5pm.
Tech-splanation @ MPL
Tue, Sep 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Other - See description for location
Do you have a question about your smartphone, tablet, or other electronic device? Need help accessing library resources? We can help! 
French Club for Kids
Tue, Sep 09, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
For kids 6-12, come join Madame Diane for a class all about French culture, food, and language through fun games and interactive activities.
Toddler Story Time
Wed, Sep 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
30-minute story time filled with stories, songs and fingerplays all designed to help little ones develop important literacy skills needed prior to learning how to read.
Baby Story Time
Thu, Sep 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Share simple stories, playful songs and gentle movement in this lapsit story time for babies aged 0-18 months with a caregiver.
Craft & Chat
Thu, Sep 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Bring your craft and hang out for a cozy craft and chat! All-ages program to bring neighborhood crafters together. Every Thursday starting September 4th thru December 4th, 4-5pm.
French Club for Kids
Tue, Sep 16, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
For kids 6-12, come join Madame Diane for a class all about French culture, food, and language through fun games and interactive activities.
Toddler Story Time
Wed, Sep 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
30-minute story time filled with stories, songs and fingerplays all designed to help little ones develop important literacy skills needed prior to learning how to read.
DIY Library Card Holder
Wed, Sep 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Sew a library card holder to celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month.
Baby Story Time
Thu, Sep 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Share simple stories, playful songs and gentle movement in this lapsit story time for babies aged 0-18 months with a caregiver.
Craft & Chat
Thu, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room, Gift of Lucile Krug
Bring your craft and hang out for a cozy craft and chat! All-ages program to bring neighborhood crafters together. Every Thursday starting September 4th thru December 4th, 4-5pm.
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