The Department of Public Works is partnering with the Nanjemoy Creek Environmental Education Center and the University of Maryland Extension to host a rain barrel and compost workshop event. This event will be held on Saturday, July 22, at the Waldorf Senior & Recreation Center (90 Post Office Rd, Waldorf).

Workshops are 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Register at www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/Outreach. Advanced registration is required.

Rain Barrel Workshop

• Take home a rain barrel and learn proper in-home installation techniques, practical uses for rain barrels, and how to reduce the impact of runoff on local waterways.
• Become eligible for a stormwater remediation fee credit. Residents within the Town of La Plata and the Town of Indian Head are not eligible to receive the Stormwater Remediation Fee Credit.
• The deadline for online registration is Sunday, July 9.
• For more information, contact Keith Roumfort at roumfork@CharlesCountyMD.gov or 301-932-3599. 

Composting Workshop

• In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn the basics of home composting and get instructions on making a wire bin at home. Charles County registrants can receive a free plastic GEOBIN®.
• The deadline for online registration is Friday, July 14.
• For more information, contact Meg Romero at RomeroM@CharlesCountyMD.gov or 301-932-3599.