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home DIY Backyard Chickens for Beginners Did you know chickens are omnivores, great composters, eat insects and make excellent pets? Learn flock starting basics and how to maintain a healthy flock. Topics include breed selection, brooding, coop options and general care. Learn how easy it is to get started and why fall is the best time to start your chicks! Instructor, Tom Tidrick, has over 30 years of poultry experience. Class fee: $29. w Sep 28 | 6 - 8:30 pm | 1 Session Th | Staff Dev Ctr | AL077-3C54-F1 | Tidrick 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 re-wire 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 Oct 14 | 9 - 11:30 am | 1 Session Sa | Northdale MS | AL077-3C51-F1 | Novinska w Dec 16 | 9 - 11:30 am | 1 Session Sa | Northdale MS | AL077-3C51-F2 | Novinska DIY-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. DIY-Drywall Transform your home! Take care of those cracks, nail holes and larger holes without replacing the entire wall. You’ll actually practice repair work on a drywall sample in class. If you are planning to repair or finish a room, this class is definitely for you! Bring a hammer and a screw gun, if you have them. Class fee: $39. w Dec 14 | 6:30 - 9 pm | 1 Session Th | Northdale MS | AL077-3C45-F1 | Kaas Power Tools for Women I Explore the world of power tools and woodworking in this introductory, hands-on class. Week one: Learn to safely use drills, sanders, routers and saws. Everyone will use all tools. Week two: Complete a small woodworking project to take home. Note: Long hair must be tied back and no loose clothing for safety reasons. Bring safety goggles, tape measure and pencil. Supply fee of $20 paid to instructor at class. Class fee: $49. w Sep 28 & Oct 5 | 6:30 - 9 pm | 2 Sessions Th | Northdale MS | AL077-3C47-F1 | Kaas Power Tools for Women II Continue the learning and woodworking fun in this sequel to “Power Tools for Women I.” You will make a small end table with bookshelf. Must be able to transport project each night. Long hair must be tied back and no loose clothing for safety reasons. Prerequisite: Power Tools for Women I. Bring safety goggles, tape measure and pencil. Supply fee of $45 paid to instructor at class. Class fee: $49. w Oct 26 & Nov 2 | 6:30 - 9 pm | 2 Sessions Th | Northdale MS | AL077-3C48-F1 | Kaas w Oct 14 | 12:30 - 3 pm | 1 Session Sa | Northdale MS | AL077-3C52-F1 | Novinska 20 FALL 2017 | 763-506-5766 | www.discovercommunityed.com