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The beginner’s guide to composting in Louisville

Senior City Editor Katie’s garden. | Photo by LOUtoday

Ready to begin composting? We’ve got the dirt on how to get started, plus the best compost bin for your needs.

What is composting?

Composting is the process of decomposing organic matter — like leaves, food scraps, and yard trimmings. You reap what you sow: The result is a dark, nutrient-heavy material, like soil, that you can use to enrich your lawn or garden.

How do you get started?

Find a dry and shady spot in your backyard to build your compost pile. Be patient — composting can take several months.

If you don’t want a pile of decomposing waste in your backyard, try a compost bin. Here’s some options we’ve bin eyeing:

For beginners | Try it out before you commit. This bin is easy to clean and is perfect for collecting scraps on your counter.
For style icons | Composting, but make it cute. Just don’t mistake this odor-free bin for your cookie jar.
For the serious gardener | This 43-gallon container rotates — no more mixing compost by hand — and has two chambers so you can add fresh waste while the older batch finishes up.
For the landscaper | If you plan to compost mostly yard waste, this open-top bin is a good alternative to a pile.

Pro tip: The city offers troubleshooting tips if your compost isn’t cooperating.

Can you compost without a backyard?

If you’re an apartment-dweller or simply don’t have the backyard space, you might want to give worm composting a try. Simply purchase a special bin and some worms, and let your new squirmy pets feast on your scraps.

You can also use a composting service like Louisville Compost Co-Op. Collect your scraps and the service will pick them up and return them as nitrogen-rich compost.

What can't you compost?

Asked

Which US president is known as one of our nation’s first dedicated composters?

A. George Washington
B. Barack Obama
C. Ronald Reagan
D. James Madison

See the answer in The Wrap.

Events

Tuesday, April 25

Geeks Who Drink Trivia Night | Tuesday, Apr. 25 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Dave and Buster’s, 5000 Shelbyville Rd., Ste. D200, Louisville | Free | Get ready for pop culture-centric trivia where winners receive Power Cards.

Wednesday, April 26

Native Gardening | Wednesday, Apr. 26 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Louisville Nature Center, 3745 Illinois Ave., Louisville | $15 | Learn about native plantings and take a tour of a private garden.

Thursday, April 27

Kroger’s Fest-a-Ville on the Waterfront | Thursday, Apr. 27-Friday, May 5 | Times vary | Waterfront Park, 131 River Rd., Louisville | Free with Pegasus Pin | This annual entertainment experience features concerts with local, regional and national acts + family fun, food, and midway rides.

Saturday, April 29

Fishing Day | Saturday, Apr. 29 | 12-4 p.m. | PNC Achievement Center, Beckley Creek Park, 1411 Beckley Creek Pkwy., Louisville | Free | Fishing novices and experts alike are welcome to attend this day full of fishing, hikes, classes, and demonstrations.

Sunday, April 30

Mayor’s Derby Brunch On the River | Sunday, Apr. 30 | 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Riverside, The Farnsley-Moremon Landing, 7410 Moorman Rd., Louisville | $120 | Kick off Derby Week with a Kentucky breakfast, music, auctions + tours of the historic house, with all proceeds supporting the mission of Riverside, the Farnsley-Moremen Landing, Inc.

Events calendar here

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Giveaway

Good news for locals

Get ready to share good news for a chance to win $500 cash. | Graphic provided by 6AM City

Did you know you have until next Monday to share good, local news with your neighbors on Nextdoor and be entered for a chance to win $500 in cold hard cash?

The road to possibly winning the cash is simple:

At the top of all of our articles, there are buttons to easily share stories, and we’ve recently added a button to share on Nextdoor.
After clicking the icon, you’ll either log in or create a new Nextdoor account.
Create a post using your favorite LOUtoday article with a caption for your community.
Once you are happy with your post, click “POST” and you will be entered to win $500 automatically.
Respond with likes + comments
You can share as many articles as you’d like, just as long as you believe they will benefit your neighborhood!

The winner will be announced on Wednesday, May 10 in our newsletter and social channels. There’s no limit on the number of entries for the contest. The selected winner will be someone who shares a story that receives a lot of engagement (likes, comments, and shares) on Nextdoor.

Read full eligibility and giveaway terms here.

Get started

News Notes

Eat

The House of Marigold created a Golden Guide to Derby Week, featuring special brunches, lunches, and dinners from Thursday, May 4 through Sunday, May 7. Start with a four-course dinner on Thurby, and end with a hangover brunch Sunday morning.

Shop

Hadley Pottery will release its spring and Derby designs on Saturday, April 29. This in-store event at 1570 Story Ave. will run from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and include food + drawings.

Community

There’s a new bird in town. Seven-year-old toco toucan Lucy is the Louisville Zoo’s newest addition, and she’s living in the renovated area across the jaguar habitat. Visitors can expect to see her and her colorful bill on rotation with the zoo’s hyacinth macaws.

State

If you’re going to be out of town for the 2023 primary election on Tuesday, May 16, you have until Tuesday, May 2 to request an absentee ballot. You can make the request online or by calling 574-5886 or 574-5889. See who will be on the ballot.

Plan Ahead

The annual GlobaLou Festival will be at Iroquois Park on Saturday, June 3. The free event invites musicians, dancers, vendors, and artisans from LOU to share their cultures and celebrate our international community. Registration forms for volunteers, vendors, and performers are available online.

Number

158,000. That’s how many job openings there were in Kentucky in 2022, according to a study by Insights by Lensa. The Commonwealth is ranked seventh in the list of states with fastest-growing job opportunities.

Talk

Fentanyl, Family, and Community is a solutions-based conversation being held today, April 25, from 5p.m. to 8 p.m. The discussion will be at Louisville Central Community Center, 1300 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd.

Wellness

Has your news feed (or TikTok) been robbing you of your productivity and focus? (Same.) This natural adaptogen supplement can increase cognitive function without the use of traditional medications. Bonus: 15% off and a 30-day money-back guarantee.*

Kids

Two words: free bowling. Sign up for Kids Bowl Free to connect with local bowling alleys where kids can receive two free games of bowling everyday this summer. Plus, grab a Family Pass + up to four adults can join in on the fun.

Eat

Learn elato about gelato

Become a gelato expert at a Gelato Gilberto class

The gelato at Gelato Gilberto is made from scratch. | Photo by Gelato Gilberto

There are lots of ice cream shops in LOU, but there’s only one gelateria: Gelato Gilberto, which has locations in Clifton and Norton Commons.

You might be asking, “What’s the difference between gelato and ice cream, anyway?” We’re so glad you asked.

We attended Gelato 101 at the Gelato Gilberto on Frankfort Avenue and learned that there are three key differences:

Gelato — which is Italian for “frozen” — has less fat than its American counterpart. USDA regulations state that ice cream must contain at least 10% butterfat, and most brands have 14-25%. Gelato, on the other hand, has only 4-9% fat.
Less butterfat means gelato’s flavors are more intense.
Gelato also contains less air than ice cream, which makes it dense and creamy.

Keep an eye on Gelato Gilberto’s events page for info on upcoming classes where you can become an expert, too.

Answered

What you’re ready to try at Nami

Yesterday, we gave you a look at Chef Edward Lee’s latest restaurant Nami and asked what you were looking forward to the most. Here’s what you said:

40 readers can’t wait for the walk-up shop Neighbors Noodles
1 reader is ready for the private karaoke room
19 readers really want that bibimbap

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Lennie

From the editor

Apartment living means my composting options are a bit limited — but they’re not out of the question. I own the countertop compost bin listed in the story above, and keeping it next to the kitchen sink makes it really easy to toss food scraps after each meal. I’ve been thinking about getting into worm composting, though, and I have my eyes on this cute purple piece.

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? See what Chef Edward Lee is serving up at his new restaurant.

Answered A. George Washington

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