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December 2023
Create a planter box
The Minnesota Tool Library, the Northeast Park Neighborhood Association, and local artist JobyLynn will offer two free classes in December on how to use plants to warm up a space and to build a planter box. Friday, Dec. 15, 5-7:30 pm, and Saturday, Dec. 30, 3- 4:30pm. Location: Minnesota Tool Library, 1620 Central Ave. NE. More info and registration: simpletix.com/e/planter-box-workshop-tickets-152593
Find out more »January 2024
Stained Glass Suncatcher workshop
Thursday, Jan. 18, 5:30-9 pm, Minnesota Tool Library, 1620 Central Ave. NE Suite #126. This introductory stained glass workshop will teach you to cut and shape glass, and how to use the copper foil method and a soldering iron to construct your very own eye-catching work of art. No experience required. Participants will choose from a variety of beginner patterns, colors, and glass to create their piece and go home with a finished product they can hang in their window…
Find out more »February 2024
Duchnovich Day Celebration
The Rusin Association will hold its annual Duchnovich Day Celebration on Saturday, Feb. 3. Activities include a presentation by Bill Tarkulich who will share his insights and expertise on how to successfully trace your Carpatho-Rusyn roots, followed by a Q&A session. After the presentation, enjoy a Carpatho-Rusyn ethnic dinner featuring holupbci (cabbage rolls), pirohy, kolbasa (sausage), cucumber salad and dessert. St. Mary's Orthodox Cathedral Parish Center, 1701 5th St. NE. 1 pm presentation: Nonmembers, $20 for presentation only. Members, students, and youth,…
Find out more »Simple Home Electrical Repairs class
Tuesday, Feb. 20, 6:30-9 pm, Minnesota Tool Library, 1620 Central Ave. NE, Suite #126. 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 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. No experience required. Fee: $45. Register: mntoollibrary.simpletix.com/
Find out more »March 2024
Sanding & Finishing Hardwood Floors Class
Want to fix up your hardwood floors but don’t know how to do it yourself? In this weekend workshop from the MN Tool Library you’ll learn what a project like this entails, from visioning it out to sanding techniques and finishing options. Day 1 (3/2/24 from 3-5:30 pm) will go over how to use the Tool Library’s floor sanding equipment, including demonstration of a drum sander and edger and cover topics such as dust control and dealing with corners and…
Find out more »Yoga for a cause
HUM Yoga and Barre Studio, 2421 Marshall St. NE, overlooks the Lowry Ave. Bridge in Northeast. They offer a donation-based class every Friday afternoon from 4:30-5:30 pm. 100% of the funds collected are given to a chosen organization for the month. For the month of March, they are supporting The Aliveness Project in South Minneapolis. This class is for any level of yoga experience and pay-what-you-can, with typical donations ranging from $5-$15 (cash or credit card upon arrival). Visit movewithhum.com…
Find out more »April 2024
Matter of Balance
"A Matter of Balance," a falls prevention program for seniors 60+ will be held eight consecutive Tuesdays April 2-May 21, 10 am to 12 pm at St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 4101 Washington St. NE. This program is for you if you are concerned about falls, have had a fall in the past, restrict activities because of concerns about falling, want to improve balance, flexibility and strength. Registration: https://yourjuniper.org/Classes/Register/4369
Find out more »“Tools for Life”
Whether you want to start a career in the trades, try something new, or simply become a well-rounded DIYer, the Minnesota Tool Library’s “Tools for Life” mentorship program aims to provide people of all backgrounds with general knowledge about the trades. Explore common projects and build skills through hands-on workshops, learn from experienced tradespeople and gain familiarity with a variety of tools and types of work. The program will run through May 9 at the Tool Library's St. Paul location,…
Find out more »June 2024
Summer adult enrichment classes
Columbia Heights Public Schools (CHPS) Community Education will offer a variety of classes thorugh its Adult Enrichment program. Check https://www.colheights.k12.mn.us/communityed or call the Community Education phone number, 763-528-4517 for times, places and registration. Tuesday Yoga and Saturday Yoga Classes – June-August, 2024. Tour Blooming Heights School Garden (FREE) – July 25. “Parent & Me” Homemade Pasta Making Class with CHHS Foods Teacher – July 8. Defensive Driving (Zoom) – July 9, 16, Aug. 14. Make Pâte à Choux (French Pastries)…
Find out more »July 2024
Reparación y arreglos de ropa en Eastside Co-op
Eastside Food Co-op, 2551 Central Ave. NE, will host a mending and introduction to sewing machines class Tuesday, July 30, 6:30-8 pm. The class will be taught primarily in Spanish. Space is limited; bring your own sewing machine if you can. Register at https://reusemn.org/event-5759878.
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