On Sunday, May 4, the Vernon Hills Park District is hosting a Free Compost Giveaway from 10 AM-3 PM  in the Park Maintenance Facility Parking Lot, 1400 Indianwood Drive, Vernon Hills.

Go Green Vernon Hills & Lincolnshire is partnering with Vernon Hills Park District and SWALCO during International Compost Awareness Week (ICAW). This is the largest and most comprehensive education initiative of the global compost community. It is celebrated every year during the first full week of May.

Bring your own bucket for free compost made right here in Illinois! There is a 20 gallon limit per household. Hosts will supply the shovels. SWALCO, Vernon Hills Park District, and Go Green Vernon Hills & Lincolnshire, will have displays and activities related to compost, including backyard composting, curbside composting and more.