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DIY
Basic Electrical
An electrician can cost you hundreds of dollars for simple repairs.
Don’t live with problems, save money by doing simple repairs
yourself! This hands-on class will have you replacing switches
and wall outlets, as well as learning to rewire a lamp. Bring a
wire stripper, straight-slot screwdriver and long-nosed pliers, if
you have them. Supply fee of $5 for “Step-by-Step Home Wiring
Guidebook,” paid to instructor at class. Class fee: $49.
w Apr 27 | 9 - 11:30 am | 1 Session
Sa | Northdale MS | AL077-3C51-S1 | Novinska
Basic Plumbing
Learn to repair minor plumbing problems and save precious
money in the process. Take apart different types of faucets,
replace a pop-up drain assembly and discuss the internal working
parts of a toilet. Cut plastic and copper pipe, glue plastic fittings
and solder copper fittings. Supply fee of $5 for “Step-by-Step
Guidebook to Home Plumbing,” paid to instructor at class.
Class fee: $49.
w Apr 27 | 12:30 - 3 pm | 1 Session
Sa | Northdale MS | AL077-3C52-S1 | Novinska
Deck Building 101
Planning to build or rebuild a deck? Come learn from a master
carpenter how to make it a reality! Discuss building codes, deck
designs and types, space considerations, footings, attachment,
moisture concerns, tool needs, building materials and more.
Participants should have basic knowledge of carpentry. Bring
pictures of your space to review with instructor (optional).
Class fee: $39.
NEW | Keeping Happy, Healthy Backyard Poultry
Bring your questions and learn about basic poultry health,
biosecurity, de-stressing, mixed fowl flocks, introducing
new birds, feed options and requirements, breed traits and
temperaments, space requirements, heating your coop, broody
hens, molting, supplemental lighting, predators and safety,
natural and organic preventatives and more! Instructor, Tom
Tidrick, has over 30 years of poultry experience. Class fee: $29
w May 21 | 6 - 8:30 pm | 1 Session
T | Staff Dev Ctr | AL077-3C55-S1 | Tidrick
LAWN & GARDEN
Creating a Successful Pollinator Garden
Become inspired to create a healthy pollinator habitat at your
home! Dive into the science of pollination with Master Gardener
volunteers to discover what types of flowers bring pollinators
to the garden. Learn how to identify the pollinators in the
neighborhood, and develop an understanding of the threat
they face in our communities. You’ll leave this presentation
empowered and inspired to create pollinator-friendly habitats in
your community. Class fee: $25.
w Apr 23 | 6:30 - 8 pm | 1 Session
T | Staff Dev Ctr | AL077-3C63-S1
Evolving Garden Opportunities
w May 16 | 6:30 - 9 pm | 1 Session
Th | Northdale MS | AL077-3C46-S1 | Kaas Gardening is an awesome nature based activity for an active
aging journey! This is an excellent class to help you deal with
some of the gardening challenges or concerns that can arise
as you continue along on your aging journey. Join in on this
presentation from the University of Minnesota Master Gardener
program to learn about ideas and practices to allow you and
your garden to age gracefully together. Bring your questions.
Class fee: $25.
How to Build a Backyard Oven w May 2 | 6:30 - 8 pm | 1 Session
Th | Staff Dev Ctr | AL077-3C66-S1
Join educator and published author, Terri Karsten, for this
informative class on building a backyard brick oven. Instructor
will discuss an overview of materials, steps, skills and processes
needed to get you started on building your own. You will
also learn how to use your oven for baking bread and pizza.
Handouts provided. Books available for purchase after class.
Class fee: $35.
w May 16 | 6:30 - 8 pm | 1 Session
Th | Staff Dev Ctr | AL077-3C50-S1 | Karsten
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