Minneapolis Public Schools

Do you know how many gallons of sap it takes to make a gallon of pure maple syrup? Only Mother Nature can answer that question, but Amy Perkins of the Come On Over Sugarbush can share her experiences setting up and running her own backyard maple syruping operation. Join us for a backyard visit to see Amy's evaporator operation in full swing. NOTE: Date may be adjusted due to weather and sap flow. Amy's Backyard Sugarbush is located in Roseville. Sign up separately for Backyard Maple Syruping How-To class on Saturday, Feb 7th. If event is full, please add your name to the waitlist.

Hand-in-hand with finding and identifying or growing your food is preserving the harvest. Tim from Ironwood Foraging shares the most commonly dehydrated foods, how he uses them and the benefits and opportunities provided by dehydrating. Tim will show a variety of dehydrated ingredients and bring some simple foods made from dried goods. If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available.

NOTE: Correct Time is 5:30-7:00 pm Feed pollinators and yourself! Join Tim Clemens of Ironwood Foraging Co. and learn about edible native plants that you can add to your landscaping, boulevard, pollinator plot, and recipes. Group meets at New Branches located at 5011 31st Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55417 If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available.

NOTE: Correct Time is 5:30-7:00 pm Begin your foraging journey here. In this presentation you will learn the fundamentals to safely and effectively forage wild plants and mushrooms for a lifetime. As our world is increasingly filled with fake AI sources, foraging expert Tim Clemens shares with you the deeply human tradition of humanity's oldest skill. Group meets at New Branches located at 5011 31st Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55417 If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available.

NOTE: Correct Time is 5:30-7:00 pm Has full shade made you give up your dreams of having an edible garden? Is your yard dominated by a huge old tree? There's hope! Join Tim Clemens of Ironwood Foraging Co. to learn about the native species you can grow, and eat, in full shade conditions. Group meets at New Branches located at 5011 31st Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55417 If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available.

Growing your own vegetables can be easy and fun with a Raised Bed Square Foot Garden! The class covers: getting started, choosing a raised bed that’s right for you, planting and harvesting advice, rotating crops, and choosing companion plants. Container gardening will also be addressed. Suitable for any level of experience.

This is a beginner level class for novice gardeners. Already day dreaming about your spring garden? Its not too early to get your hands dirty! Start your garden now by planting a variety of seeds in your own seed starter kit. Leave class with the knowledge to set up your own mini greenhouse for pennies on the dollar. Different types of garden beds for homeowners and apartment dwellers alike will also be discussed. Supply fee includes seeds and starter kit.

Snow is still on the ground but it is not too early to get your hands dirty and get started on your garden. Come start your own mini-greenhouse seed starter kit with a built-in light (cell phone charger cord not included) with a variety of spice and herb seeds in time for planting out when it warms up in the spring. We will discuss my favorite time-tested techniques for the different types of gardens, indoors and outdoors. Seven dollar materials fee covers cost of the mini greenhouse, seed starter mix and seeds.

It is not too early to get your hands dirty and get started on your garden. Come start your own mini-greenhouse seed starter kit with a built-in light (cell phone charger cord not included) with a variety of veggie and herb seeds in time for planting out when it warms up in May. We will discuss my favorite time-tested techniques for the different types of gardens, indoors and outdoors. Seven dollar materials fee covers cost of the mini greenhouse, seed starter mix and seeds.

Curious about low-waste living but not sure where to start? This course offers realistic, approachable ways to reduce your impact—without guilt or going off-grid. From reusable swaps to mindful shopping, you will leave with tools and inspiration for a more sustainable, meaningful lifestyle.

Mushroom Gardening! Join Tim Clemens of Ironwood Foraging Co. and learn how to add edible mushrooms to your garden. We'll cover mushroom growing techniques, annual and perennial mushrooms, mushroom identification, and more. Group meets at New Branches located at 5011 31st Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55417 If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available.

Want to attract bees, butterflies, and birds to your home garden? Learn to select plants and design a native plant garden that supports wildlife and brings beauty to your outdoor space. This workshop will include meeting in small groups with a designer and Master Gardener to discuss your personal property and project ideas. This class is open to all, regardless of gardening experience. This class is sponsored by Metro Blooms, in partnership with the City of Minneapolis. If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available.

Discuss the joy, benefits and the challenges of keeping chickens in an urban setting. Topics will include but not be limited to: Breeds, Nutrition/Feeds, Housing, Getting Started, Welfare Issues and Bio-Security. Participants will receive a certificate that is accepted by Mpls Animal Control; a prerequisite for issuing a permit to keep chickens. This class will be held on Zoom. If the class is full, please add your name to the waitlist.

Do you have a remodeling project that you’re ready to tackle but aren’t sure where to start or how to navigate the process? Gipson Shoemaker of Level Design & Remodel can explain the ins and outs of the Design/Remodeling world. From planning your project to working with a contractor, this course will prepare you to take the next steps in making your home improvement project dream a reality.

The Empowered Homeowner Four Part Series PART 1 - Inspections and Maintenance - The first two classes will lay the ground work for understanding the basics of inspecting and maintaining your home. We will start with the exterior: when to inspect, what to look for, and why it is important. PART 2 - Continuation of home inspections and maintenance, primarily for the interior of your home. This includes understanding possible environmental hazards like mold, asbestos, lead, and radon. PART 3 - Understand Homeowners Insurance Policies - We will walk through the different sections of a homeowners insurance policy. What to look for, what the terminology means, and how to save money! PART 4 - Repairs and Insurance Claims --What do you do when you notice issues during your routine maintenance. When should you call a contractor? Who should you call? How do you screen or know they will do a good job? Additionally, we will talk about larger scale repairs and issues that may involve filing an insurance claim.

The Empowered Homeowner Four Part Series PART 1 - Inspections and Maintenance - The first two classes will lay the ground work for understanding the basics of inspecting and maintaining your home. We will start with the exterior: when to inspect, what to look for, and why it is important. PART 2 - Continuation of home inspections and maintenance, primarily for the interior of your home. This includes understanding possible environmental hazards like mold, asbestos, lead, and radon. PART 3 - Understand Homeowners Insurance Policies - We will walk through the different sections of a homeowners insurance policy. What to look for, what the terminology means, and how to save money! PART 4 - Repairs and Insurance Claims -- What do you do when you notice issues during your routine maintenance. When should you call a contractor? Who should you call? How do you screen or know they will do a good job? Additionally, we will talk about larger scale repairs and issues that may involve filing an insurance claim.

NOTE: Correct Time is 5:30-7:00 pm In this presentation, Tim Clemens of Ironwood Foraging will teach you how to find and identify a wide array of delicious and medicinal plants and mushrooms. You will try several tisanes to unlock the flavor and power of the present and future landscapes of abundance all around you.Group meets at New Branches located at 5011 31st Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55417 If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available.