People planting seeds in the ground

Workshop: Make Your Own Compost

Saturday, 4/12/2025
11:00 - 12:00
Richmond Meeting Room
Richmond/Senator Milton Marks

351 9th Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94118
United States

415-355-5600

Learn how to make your very own compost. The backbone of every healthy garden, compost enriches soil, reduces waste, improves plant health, and more! In this FREE workshop, the presenter will teach you the basics of composting in your backyard, introduce you to the world of worm composting, and give you tips on how best to use your city compost bin. Come learn what you can do to improve your garden, save water, and prevent waste from ending up in the landfill. Bring your own bucket or other secure container to take home your starter compost! Space limited, reservations required: 415-355-5638.

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This program is sponsored by Friends of the San Francisco Public Library.

Attending Programs

All programs are drop-in (no registration necessary) unless otherwise noted. All SFPL locations are wheelchair accessible. For accommodations (such as ASL), call (415) 557-4557 or contact accessibility@sfpl.org. Requesting at least 3 business days in advance will help ensure availability.

This program will be conducted in English unless otherwise noted.

Notice: This event may be filmed or photographed. By participating in this event, you consent to have your likeness used for the Library’s archival purposes and promotional materials. If you do not want to be photographed, please inform a staff person or the photographer. A sticker will be provided to help identify you so that we can avoid capturing your image.

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