| Mon, May 20 |
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Compost: Free Fertilizer for your Thriving Garden (Henry)
What are you going to do with all the yard waste you get this summer? Working with nature, you can turn ordinary household waste into nourishment for your beautiful plants. We will cover the several methods of composting, reusing water, mulching and creative approaches to have a healthy thriving garden. -
Composting: Worm (Washburn)
Dig into using worms to do your very own small-scale indoor composting. Vermicomposting is a good option for people who can't do backyard composting and creates very nutrient-rich compost. Each participant will make a bin complete with worms to take home. -
Container & Raised Bed Gardens (Roosevelt)
New varieties and techniques give gardeners an opportunity to grow tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers and herbs with limited light and space. We will focus on varieties that do best in containers and small garden beds and review soils and techniques that work to maximize production. -
Decluttering Your Life (Pratt)
Is all of the clutter in your life causing you to feel weighed down? Discover a method to effectively declutter your physical possessions, relationships and habits. -
Decluttering Your Life (Southwest)
Is all of the clutter in your life causing you to feel weighed down? Discover a method to effectively declutter your physical possessions, relationships and habits. -
Electrical Circuits (Southwest)
Brighten your knowledge of different types of wire, circuit breakers, light switches, wall receptacles and how to replace them. A hands-on application will allow you to wire up three different circuits and test them.Waitlist -
Gardening: Gardening for Birds and Wildlife (Laney)
Learn how to invite birds and wildlife into your yard with a focus on meeting their basic needs. Share ideas to incorporate into your plan while making your yard more attractive to wildlife and to pollinator- friendly insects. Learn the requirements to have your yard certified as a National Wildlife Habitat with World Wildlife Foundation. -
Gardening: Gardening with Native Plants (Laney)
Discover what plants are labeled to be native and why you may want to consider growing them. Learn what plants to include in your garden and where they can be placed in your landscape to create a beautiful outdoor habitat for you and your family. -
Hardwood Floors: Refinish (Southwest)
Unlock the hidden beauty of your hardwood floors. Participate in this hands-on class and receive step-by-step instructions on how to prepare, sand and refinish the hardwood floors in your home. A $19 supply fee will be collected at Reddy Rents. Class held at J & F Reddy Rents, 3320 Republic Ave. S., St. Louis Park. Register online or call 612.668.3100.Waitlist -
Indoor Salad Gardens (Lake Harriet)
Learn the method behind indoor gardening, and start your own seed trays. Plant five trays (broccoli, radishes, sunflowers, peas and buckwheat) to take home. -
Indoor Salad Gardens (Pratt)
Learn the method behind indoor gardening, and start your own seed trays. Plant five trays (broccoli, radishes, sunflowers, peas and buckwheat) to take home. -
Interior Design 101: Planning Your Project (Southwest)
Learn how the interior design process can create beautifully updated rooms. Discover how space and floor planning help you design rooms that function well. The class will highlight the use of focal points, color and backgrounds. -
Kitchen & Bath Remodeling: Cabinets, Countertops, Flooring & Backsplash (Southwest)
Create a mindful kitchen or bathroom by incorporating products with beauty, durability and value. Discuss the budget and materials needed for a fantastic experience in tailoring cabinets, countertops, flooring and backsplash to your taste and needs. Class held at Mindful Kitchen (Cabinet Expressions) Showroom at 8901 Lyndale Ave. S, Bloomington. Register online or call 612.668.3100. -
Pruning and Other Early Spring Chores (Roosevelt)
Winter is a great time to pinpoint yard and garden areas that need attention. Review and demonstrate pruning techniques, how to improve soils in gardens, discuss preparing a new garden space and how to handle weed issues. Finally, consider composting to recycle yard and garden waste. -
Pruning for Trees and Shrubs (Lake Harriet)
Learn correct pruning and care techniques for your trees and shrubs, as well as the best times to prune and which tools to use. -
Spring Garden Seed Starting (Edison)
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. You will also 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. -
The Art of Woodturning with a Lathe
Woodturning is a dynamic technique that adds a creative spin to woodworking. Learn about the types of lathe tools, different kinds of wood blanks for projects, and shop safety. Class includes instructor demonstrations and the opportunity for students to use the lathe to create a small project. Fee includes supplies. Beginners welcome! -
Window Repair (Henry)
Save money by learning how to take apart and fix sticky, drafty, cracked or broken windows. Topics covered include sash cord replacement, glazing and the five points of draftiness for windows. -
Window Repair (Pratt)
Save money by learning how to take apart and fix sticky, drafty, cracked or broken windows. Topics covered include sash cord replacement, glazing, and the five points of draftiness for windows.
