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Master Gardeners Spring Talks

Composting for Beginners by Karelyn Pohl
2026-03-04 18:30:00 2026-03-04 19:30:00 America/Chicago Master Gardeners Spring Talks Curious about composting but not sure where to start? Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Kramer Room 103.1

Wednesday, March 04
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-03-04 18:30:00 2026-03-04 19:30:00 America/Chicago Master Gardeners Spring Talks Curious about composting but not sure where to start? Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Kramer Room 103.1

Hiawatha Public Library

Forrest Kramer Room 103.1

Curious about composting but not sure where to start?

This beginner-friendly talk breaks it all down and shows how easy it is to turn everyday food scraps and yard waste into rich, healthy soil. You’ll learn what compost is, why it matters, and how to get started with simple tools and techniques, no experience required. Whether you have space for a compost bin or want to compost directly in your garden, you’ll walk away with practical tips you can use right away. It’s never too late in the year to begin composting and adding nutrients back into your soil. Come learn how to close the loop and help your garden thrive!

AGE GROUP: | All Ages | Adults (18+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Speaker | Community |

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Kid Connect
Wed, Feb 18, 9:30am - 11:00am
Hiawatha Public Library - Glenn Schminke Room 103.2
A playgroup for young kids and their caregivers!
Free Volunteer Tax Assistance at the Library - The library is proud to partner with VITA
Wed, Feb 18, 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Glenn Schminke Room 103.2
VITA volunteers will be available to assist with preparing and filing your taxes, answer questions, and help you feel confident every step of the way—all in a welcoming library setting.
Mahjong
Wed, Feb 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Kramer Room 103.1
Join others at the library for open play of American mahjong
Tai Chi for Well-Being - Senior Programming
Thu, Feb 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Glenn Community Room 103.1 &103.2
Join us for Tai Chi led by Health and Wellness Coordinator, Bryan Bruner. Tai chi can improve cardiovascular fitness, strength, and flexibility. It can also help with balance and prevent falls
Wellness Initiative for Senior Education (WISE) Program : - - Empowering older adults to make positive, healthy choices
Thu, Feb 19, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Kramer Room 103.1
The WISE Program is all about celebrating life!
Scrabble Club - Thursdays from 1-4 
Thu, Feb 19, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Glenn Schminke Room 103.2
Calling all word wizards and lovers of letters! Join the Scrabble Club at the library and challenge your vocabulary skills in a fun and friendly atmosphere.
Dungeons & Dragons at the Library - An Adult D&D Club
Thu, Feb 19, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Glenn Schminke Room 103.2
Join us for an exciting Dungeons & Dragons campaign for adults on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the Month at 5 PM
Friends of the Hiawatha Public Library
Thu, Feb 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Kramer Room 103.1
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Hiawatha Comic Book Club - All fans welcome, new readers and longtime collectors alike!
Thu, Feb 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Kramer Room 103.1
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Gentle Yoga Class - with Kayla Davies
Fri, Feb 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Community Writers Circle - One Community, Many Stories
Fri, Feb 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Kramer Room 103.1
Join Our Adult Writing Group!
Introduction to 3D Printing for Teens
Fri, Feb 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Kramer Room 103.1
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Monday Morning Story Time
Mon, Feb 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Glenn Community Room 103.1 &103.2
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Fresh Conversations - A Nutrition Education Program to Support Healthy Aging
Mon, Feb 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Kramer Room 103.1
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Teen Winter Book Club: A Good Girl's Guide to Murder
Mon, Feb 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Kramer Room 103.1,Young Adult Space
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Story Time @ Stillwater
Tue, Feb 24, 9:30am - 10:00am
Stillwater Coffee
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Fantasy and Sci-Fi Book Club - 4th Tuesday of the Month
Tue, Feb 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Kramer Room 103.1
The Raven Tower is Ann Leckie's 2019 fantasy novel, her first in the genre, which reimagines Shakespeare's Hamlet in a world where gods and humans interact through language and sacrifice
Kid Connect
Wed, Feb 25, 9:30am - 11:00am
Hiawatha Public Library - Glenn Schminke Room 103.2
A playgroup for young kids and their caregivers!
Free Volunteer Tax Assistance at the Library - The library is proud to partner with VITA
Wed, Feb 25, 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Glenn Schminke Room 103.2
VITA volunteers will be available to assist with preparing and filing your taxes, answer questions, and help you feel confident every step of the way—all in a welcoming library setting.
Mahjong
Wed, Feb 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Kramer Room 103.1
Join others at the library for open play of American mahjong
Tai Chi for Well-Being - Senior Programming
Thu, Feb 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Kramer Room 103.1
Join us for Tai Chi led by Health and Wellness Coordinator, Bryan Bruner. Tai chi can improve cardiovascular fitness, strength, and flexibility. It can also help with balance and prevent falls
Scrabble Club - Thursdays from 1-4 
Thu, Feb 26, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Glenn Schminke Room 103.2
Calling all word wizards and lovers of letters! Join the Scrabble Club at the library and challenge your vocabulary skills in a fun and friendly atmosphere.
For the Love of Plants - Hiawatha Public Library Plant Club for Teens
Thu, Feb 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Kramer Room 103.1
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Fri, Feb 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Glenn Community Room 103.1 &103.2
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Community Writers Circle - One Community, Many Stories
Fri, Feb 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Green State Credit Union Conference Room L006
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Dungeons and Dragons for Teens and Tweens
Fri, Feb 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Glenn Schminke Room 103.2
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The Friends of Hiawatha Public Library Kid's Book Sale
Sat, Feb 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Kramer Room 103.1
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Murder Mystery Club - Work Together to Solve a Crime
Sat, Feb 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Attention true crime and mystery fans! Dive into a self-guided case at the library—follow the clues, examine the evidence, and see if you can crack the mystery!
Monday Morning Story Time
Mon, Mar 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Glenn Community Room 103.1 &103.2
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Adult Tabletop Game Club - Do you have a favorite game you’d love to share?
Tue, Mar 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Glenn Schminke Room 103.2
Looking to meet fellow tabletop enthusiasts?
Kid Connect
Wed, Mar 04, 9:30am - 11:00am
Hiawatha Public Library - Glenn Schminke Room 103.2
A playgroup for young kids and their caregivers!
Free Volunteer Tax Assistance at the Library - The library is proud to partner with VITA
Wed, Mar 04, 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Glenn Schminke Room 103.2
VITA volunteers will be available to assist with preparing and filing your taxes, answer questions, and help you feel confident every step of the way—all in a welcoming library setting.
Mahjong
Wed, Mar 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Kramer Room 103.1
Join others at the library for open play of American mahjong
Master Gardeners Spring Talks - Composting for Beginners by Karelyn Pohl
Wed, Mar 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Kramer Room 103.1
Curious about composting but not sure where to start?
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