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Township of Franklin
Wednesday January 7th, 2026 :: 12:33 p.m. EST

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The Food Composting Workshop POSTPONED to Thursday, January 29th

Composting Workshop POSTPONED 
Why Food Waste Matter More Than You Think

The Food Composting Workshop (originally planned for January 8th) has been rescheduled for Thursday, January 29th at 6:30pm at the Franklin Township Municipal Building (Council Chambers). Please note the change in date and location.

When:Thursday, January 8, 2026, 6:30PM - 7:45PM
Where: Franklin Senior Center, 505 DeMott Lane, Somerset, NJ 08873


Thursday, January 29th, 6:30PM
Franklin Township Municipal Building, Council Chambers
475 DeMott Lane, Somerset


FREE - NO RSVP REQUIRED

For more info: https://www.franklintwpnj.org/Home/Components/News/News/12986/

Food production contributes around one-third of all human-caused greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. This  figure includes emissions from the entire food system, from farming and land use to processing, transportation, and waste. The largest sources are agricultural production, including livestock and fertilizers. Join us to learn more about food composting

What will you learn:

  • Do's and Don'ts with food waste
  • Composting methods
  • The role of air, moisture and temperature
  • Understanding the "browns" and "greens" materials
  • Options for compost outsourcing

Address/Location
Township of Franklin
475 Demott Ln
Franklin Township, NJ 08873

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 732-873-5533

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