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January 2023
Free family-focused webinars, Jan.-April
University of Minnesota Extension will present a series of webinars to support families and those who serve families in making informed decisions that lead to greater health, resilience and well-being. All webinars are virtual and free. More more information about the series at: https://z.umn.edu/ExtFamWebinars2023Jan-Apr. Follow links for each series to learn more about topics, dates, times and registration. Charlas en Español (Talks in Spanish): El Centro de Desarrollo de la Familia de Extensión de la Universidad de Minnesota con el…
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Registration open for Blue Thumb classes
Learn about resilient yards and shorelines, pollinator plantings and pollinator lawns from Blue Thumb, coordinated by Metro Blooms. Resilient yards workshops give participants the skills to create their own rain gardens, native plantings, pollinator habitat and more. They offer a free online learning series and live virtual workshops. Live virtual workshops, $15. Scholarships are available upon request, no questions asked. Visit bluethumb.org/events/ or call 651-699-2426. New this year, all registrants who sign up for a free online learning series or…
Find out more »DIY Toilet Repair
Join Rethos and the Minnesota Tool Library for a crash course in toilet repair. Learn how to diagnose common toilet issues and determine the best course of action. Longtime plumber and teacher Manny Manzano will demonstrate basic repairs. You'll leave class with the confidence to tackle any flushing frustration that comes your way. Wednesday, Feb. 15, 6:30-9 pm, Northeast Tool Library, Thorp Building, 1620 Central Ave NE, Suite #126. Cost: $0-20. https://www.simpletix.com/e/diy-toilet-repair-tickets-76401
Find out more »Simple Home Electrical
Want to change out that old light fixture? Have a light switch or outlet that doesn’t work? Learn to make these simple electrical repairs yourself. In this hands-on class at the Minnesota Tool Library, you will replace single-pole and 3-way light switches, a wall outlet, a light fixture, and learn how to rewire a lamp and test electrical circuits. The class will help you confidently DIY simple electrical repairs that could cost you hundreds of dollars if you hired an…
Find out more »Wallpaper installation
Professional wallpaper hanger Rachel Hiltsley will teach you all of the do's and don’ts of installing wallpaper in your home. You’ll get hands-on experience preparing and applying wallpaper at a beautiful old home located in Minneapolis.The first session on Feb. 25 will cover how to prep the wall and how to measure the amount of paper needed. In the second session on March 4, participants will get hands-on practice cutting and hanging the paper. General admission: $100; sliding scale/MTL member…
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