Composting in Small Spaces: Bokashi and Vermicomposting ONLINE
Thursday, October 12; 6:30–8 p.m.
Dive into the science and art of indoor composting, a way to reduce the amount of kitchen waste you send to the landfill while creating a nutrient-rich soil amendment for your garden. While there are many composting methods, this class will focus on two small-scale methods for the kitchen: bokashi and vermicomposting. Maggie will demonstrate how to build each of these systems, and participants will receive their own kitchen scrap collector to get started.
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Eco-Friendly Furniture Restoration
Friday, October 13; 1–2:30 p.m.
Through hands-on demonstrations, you'll learn all about natural paints, stains, and waxes. Learn to safely remove old finishes with SoyGel, add a pop of color to your projects with Milk Paint, mix and apply a fresh coat of Perennial's signature wood wax, and cook up a natural stain from walnuts. You'll leave this workshop with the knowledge to add a whole new look to your furniture without harming the environment or compromising your health.
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Natural Dyes in Action
Saturday, October 28; 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Join Erin Luna in the Kemper Center for Home Gardening Classroom to see the beauty of natural dyes in action. In this hands-on workshop, you will create beautiful, unique pieces of wearable art to keep for yourself or give as a gift. Wear appropriate clothing and come inspired! All materials provided.
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