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Please note, the events on the community calendar have been submitted by residents or business owners and the Township of Franklin is not responsible for the accuracy of individual event details.
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Composting Workshop
- Date: 01/29/2026 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM
- Location: Franklin Township Municipal Building
475 DeMott Lane
Somerset, New Jersey 08873 - Introduction: 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.
Why Food Waste Matter More Than You Think
Thursday, January 8, 2026, 6:30PM - 7:45PM
Franklin Senior Center, 505 DeMott Lane, Somerset, NJ 08873
POSTPONED to Thursday, January 29th, 6:30PM
Franklin Township Municipal Building (Council Chambers)
475 DeMott Lane, Somerset
FREE - NO RSVP REQUIRED
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