# Event Details - **Event Name**: Intro to Composting in Rosendale - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 11 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Mon, 11 May, 2026 at 06:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Intro to Composting! Thursday, May 11th 2026 5PM – 6:30PM Rosendale Public Library 264 Main St. Rosendale, NY We’re Celebrating Compost Awareness Week (ICAW)! Compost Happens! You don’t have to be an expert to be successful at backyard composting; you just need to learn a few basic tips and tricks to get cooking. It’s science; but it’s not rocket science! Join the Ulster County Resource Recovery Agency’s Recycling Outreach Team for a community conversation about Home Composting Basics. This free workshop is designed for composters who are exploring the different options and methods. The class will introduce the benefits of home composting and the principles of how to do it correctly (balancing browns and greens, avoiding animals, maintenance tips and more). Then, participants will learn the pros and cons when comparing different bins to find the perfect option no matter your situation. This class will also cover all the ways you can use finished compost to boost your garden’s soil health. It’s Compost Awareness Week! Let’s Feed the Soil that Feeds Us! This class will be hosted by Master Composter-Master Recycler Elisa Zazzera from the UCRRA’s Recycling Outreach Team. Class size is limited and participants must pre-register. Register at https://ucrra.org/event/intro-to-composting-rosendale-library/ About ICAW: International Compost Awareness Week (ICAW) is the compost industry’s largest, most far-reaching education and awareness campaign, celebrated worldwide each year during the first full week of May. The mission is simple but powerful: bring people together to share the benefits of composting organics and using compost to build healthier soil. From the fall poster contest to thousands of events and activities during the week, ICAW inspires action at every level. Communities, schools, governments, and businesses host celebrations highlighting all types of composting, from small backyard efforts to large-scale commercial operations, showing that everyone can play a part in creating a more sustainable future. In 2024, Ulster County Executive Jen Metzger declared the first week of May to be Compost Awareness Week! Visit NYSAR3’s New York Compost Awareness Week page for more information about local programs, events, and initiatives. 2026 Theme: Compost! Feed the Soil that Feeds Us! Each year, a new theme for ICAW is chosen. The 2026 theme is Feed the Soil that Feeds Us! Soil is the foundation of life. It grows the food we eat, filters the water we drink, and sustains the biodiversity that keeps our ecosystems in balance. Yet soil is also one of our most threatened resources, with erosion, top soil & nutrient depletion, and contamination endangering its health worldwide. This theme highlights the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) as the anchor. This year’s theme ties directly to UN SDG 15: Life on Land, reinforcing that protecting and restoring soil is a global priority and one of the most impactful ways we can care for the planet. When we apply high quality compost, we are investing in the health of our soil, ensuring it continues to provide the food, clean water, and resilience that all life depends on. Accessibility: The Rosendale Library is ADA compliant. We strive to offer equal program opportunities. If you require any special accommodations or have questions about this program, please contact APEO@UCRRA.ORG or 845-336-3336. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rosendale/intro-to-composting-in-rosendale/200029968078813 - **Event Categories**: Workshops, health-wellness, science-fair, Contests - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Rosendale - **state**: NY - **country**: United States - **location**: Rosendale Public Library - **lat**: 41.8455 - **long**: -74.07618 - **full address**: Rosendale Public Library, 264 Main St,Rosendale,NY,United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Intro to Composting in Rosendale - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/b122058cfc59761e9b30891e6f3e1ace17220fb7884ad35efbb5b301d7c30463-rimg-w851-h315-dcffe0aa-gmir?v=1776740950 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Intro to Composting in Rosendale being held? - **A:** Intro to Composting in Rosendale takes place on Mon, 11 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Mon, 11 May, 2026 at 06:30 pm at Rosendale Public Library, 264 Main St,Rosendale,NY,United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Intro to Composting in Rosendale? - **A:** Intro to Composting in Rosendale is organized by Ulster County Resource Recovery Agency. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Intro to Composting in Rosendale is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Rosendale, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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