What is composting?

How do you get started?

• 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.

Can you compost without a backyard?

• Rise Against Hunger Indianapolis Community Meal Packaging Experience | Friday, June 2-Saturday, Jun. 3 | Times vary | Indianapolis Warehouse, 5701 Fortune Cir S, Ste. M-N , Indianapolis | Free | Join a meal packaging experience with Rise Against Hunger Indianapolis, in the movement to end hunger.
• Rock Garage Showcase | Friday, June 2 | 7 p.m.-2 a.m. | The Melody Inn, 3826 N. Illinois St., Indianapolis | $5 | Check out a showcase of talent from Rock Garage — a music lesson center and rock band program in Indy.

• Bates-Hendricks Great Indy Cleanup | Saturday, June 3 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Corner of East + Iowa streets, 1806 S. East St., Indianapolis | Free | Volunteer with your fellow neighbors to pick up trash + clean sidewalks, then treat yourself to some ice cream.
• Earth Day Indiana Festival | Saturday, June 3 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Garfield Park, 2345 Pagoda Dr., Indianapolis | Free | Celebrate the Earth with 120 exhibitors, live music, food trucks, a beer garden, speakers + youth activities.

• PJ5K | Sunday, June 4 | 6:30-9 a.m. | Military Park, 601 W. New York St., Indianapolis | $40-$45 | Join the sleep + wellness communities for a run to support patients with sleep disorders and increase sleep research.
• Midwest Reptile Show | Sunday, June 4 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Indiana State Fairgrounds, 1202 E. 38th St., Indianapolis | $7 | Slither by the fairgrounds to see a variety of reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, and mammals and shop cages, feeders, and other pet necessities.

• uPaint Summer Camp — Pizza Clay Day | Monday, June 5 | 1-2:30 p.m. | uPaint Pottery Studio, 3113 W. Smith Valley Rd., Ste. D, Greenwood | $32-$145 | Create a pizza out of wet clay + learn how to roll, slip, and score.

• Omaha Storm Chasers vs. Indianapolis Indians | Tuesday, June 6 | 7:05 p.m. | Victory Field, 501 W. Maryland St., Indianapolis | $12-$30 | Bring your appetite as hot dogs, peanuts, potato chips, Cracker Jack and popcorn are all available for just $1 each.
• THE LUME Indianapolis Featuring Van Gogh | Tuesday, June 6 | 11 a.m. | Newfields, Indianapolis | $20-$29 | You asked, Newfields listened — THE LUME Indianapolis featuring Van Gogh is back by popular demand for a limited time only.*

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• The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis will hold its annual Juneteenth Jamboree this Saturday, June 3 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Hear storyteller Portia Jackson, attend workshops alongside local artists, contribute to a community mural, and meet Miss Indy Juneteenth. Admission is free, but register soon.
• The WonderRoad Music Festival announced its two-day lineup. Saturday, June 17 will feature Local Natives, Beach Weather, and Weezer. Sunday, June 18 includes Tegan and Sara, Marcus King, and Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit. Tickets are running low — buy now. (IndyStar)

• IU Health Momentum Indy returns to Mass Avenue this August, bringing cyclists from across the nation to Indianapolis for two criterium races. Join the Honor Major Taylor Fondo on Saturday, August 26 and ride at your own pace, enjoy the all-ages outdoor festival, and follow pros at the top of their game.

• Text SUMMER to (844) 889-6222 to enter the YMCA of Greater Indianapolis’ Summer Bucket List Challenge. By completing 20 summer activities — which include building a sand castle, stargazing, and unplugging for 48 hours — participants can enter to win a grand prize of $2,000.

• Dominic Fike, the “Euphoria” star and recent Coachella alum, will come to TCU Amphitheater at White River State Park on Thursday, July 13 for his “Don’t Stare at the Sun” tour. Tickets are on sale today. (WRTV)
• Chevelle and Three Days Grace will round out the summer concert season at TCU Amphitheater at White River State Park on Tuesday, Sept. 19. Tickets go on sale today at 10 a.m. (WRTV)

• Robin Matthews, whose Chevy Cruze “Snowball” was damaged by a flying tire during the Indy 500, will receive a new car courtesy of IMS. Plus, she got invited to the yard of bricks. (WTHR)

• The nonprofit affiliated with Carmel’s redevelopment commission acquired the 1.2-acre lot containing Salon 01. Carmel Midtown Community Development Corporation acquired the land in conjunction with the Monon Square redevelopment project, which may include the proposed Great American Songbook Foundation museum. (IndyStar)

• TravelAwaits named Turkey Run State Park as the nation’s No. 7 best state park. The publication, aimed at travelers aged 50+, called out the park’s crystal-clear waters and diverse wildlife. (WRTV)

• The buzziest deodorant in the beauty scene right now: Lume whole body deodorant. Yup, whole body. It’s aluminum and baking soda-free and offers odor protection for any and everywhere. Try it in Toasted Coconut or Fresh Alpine.*

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