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Pumpkin Smash and Compost Event

Saturday, November 14, 2026, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

This is a FREE EVENT open to ALL AGES!

Registration recommended. Walk-ins welcome.

Register online at: https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/pumpkinsmash2026_245

If you do not have access to the internet, call our office at 315-539-9251.

Bring your left over pumpkins and gourds (without glitter or paint on them) for a fun filled morning of pumpkin smashing and composting education!

Rain or shine, this event will also have:

- games and free books provided by the Seneca Falls Library

- composting demo’s by the Seneca GR&EEN Club

- an artist on site for face painting

- locally sourced cider, donuts, and coffee

- a chance to win a backyard compost bin

All pumpkins and gourds collected during this event will be hauled away and composted by Natural Upcycle located in Piffard, New York.

Please dress in layers and wear closed toe shoes in case the weather calls for rain.

Are you missing this event but would still like to get rid of your left over pumpkins and gourds?

Drop them off any time from Saturday, November 14- Thursday, November 19 at the Seneca County Community Garden. Please place them in the bins labeled “Natural Upcycle” that are under the pavilion.