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October 2022
Free solar information sessions
Nonprofit group Solar United Neighbors (SUN), Minnesota Interfaith Power and Light, and Cook County Local Energy Project recently launched the Twin Cities Solar Area Co-op to help Minneapolis and Saint Paul area residents go solar. The co-op will host two upcoming free solar information sessions on Tuesdays, Oct. 25 and Dec. 6, 6:30 pm. Sessions are online; register here https://www.solarunitedneighbors.org/event/. The co-op is free to join and members will also have the opportunity to take advantage of the solar tax…
Find out more »November 2022
Between the Lines: A storytelling workshop with Mary Jo Pehl
Spend Saturday, Nov. 5, 2-4 pm with Mary Jo Pehl of Mystery Science Theater 3000 fame and Daryl Richard Lawrence, Anoka County Historical Society. Both recently took the family legacy materials left to them and created a meaningful story of Minnesota history in a new and different way. They will share their note-taking methods, anecdote organization, and even how they tackled the more unsavory aspects of their family trees before publishing their books. Snacks will be offered. Bring a small…
Find out more »Introduction to Zen Practice
Compassionate Ocean Zen Center, 652 17th Ave. NE, will offer an Introduction to Zen Practice course on Monday, Nov. 7, 7-9 pm. The class will consist of a combination of discussion about Zen and its place in Buddhism, some information about Compassionate Ocean Zen Center, and instruction in sitting meditation. Guiding Teacher Michael O’Neal will lead this program, which is intended to be a starting point for those curious about or new to Zen. The class is free; pre-registration is…
Find out more »Mindfulness stress reduction
Compassionate Ocean, 652 17th Ave NE, Minneapolis, will teach mindfulness stress reduction in eight weekly classes, Tuesdays, Sept. 20–Nov. 8. Course fee of $350 includes materials and provides eight two-and-a-half hour sessions, Tuesday evenings 6:30–9 pm; Saturday retreat 9 am–3 pm Nov. 5; an individual pre-interview with the instructor, a copy of the book Full Catastrophe Living by Jon Kabat-Zinn, four mp3s and PDF handouts. 27 CEUs are available for nurses, social workers, psychologists, and educators. Masks will be required. Register at…
Find out more »Color Your Own at Central Mix
Tuesday, Nov. 22, 6:30- 9 pm, The Central Mix, 4030 Central Ave. NE. This event is for adults, aged 15 to 99+. Coloringyourown.com, a St. Paul local, women-owned business, will host a chill and relaxing pre-Thanksgiving evening of coloring. No coloring books will be present here - bring a friend or two and come and enjoy an evening filled with coloring your totes, table runners, pouches, or backpacks. Cost is $10 to reserve your spot, which will be applied to…
Find out more »January 2023
Free classes at Compassionate Ocean
Introduction to Zen Practice Mini-Course: This is a two-class introduction to Zen meditation and related practices. It will consist of a combination of discussion about Zen and its relevance to daily life, information about Compassionate Ocean Zen Center and instruction in sitting meditation. Guiding Teacher Michael O'Neal will lead this program, which is intended to be a starting point for those curious about or new to Zen. Mondays, Jan. 9 & 16, 7-9 pm; Mondays, March 13 & 20, 7-9…
Find out more »Free family-focused webinars, Jan.-April
University of Minnesota Extension will present a series of webinars to support families and those who serve families in making informed decisions that lead to greater health, resilience and well-being. All webinars are virtual and free. More more information about the series at: https://z.umn.edu/ExtFamWebinars2023Jan-Apr. Follow links for each series to learn more about topics, dates, times and registration. Charlas en Español (Talks in Spanish): El Centro de Desarrollo de la Familia de Extensión de la Universidad de Minnesota con el…
Find out more »February 2023
Registration open for Blue Thumb classes
Learn about resilient yards and shorelines, pollinator plantings and pollinator lawns from Blue Thumb, coordinated by Metro Blooms. Resilient yards workshops give participants the skills to create their own rain gardens, native plantings, pollinator habitat and more. They offer a free online learning series and live virtual workshops. Live virtual workshops, $15. Scholarships are available upon request, no questions asked. Visit bluethumb.org/events/ or call 651-699-2426. New this year, all registrants who sign up for a free online learning series or…
Find out more »DIY Toilet Repair
Join Rethos and the Minnesota Tool Library for a crash course in toilet repair. Learn how to diagnose common toilet issues and determine the best course of action. Longtime plumber and teacher Manny Manzano will demonstrate basic repairs. You'll leave class with the confidence to tackle any flushing frustration that comes your way. Wednesday, Feb. 15, 6:30-9 pm, Northeast Tool Library, Thorp Building, 1620 Central Ave NE, Suite #126. Cost: $0-20. https://www.simpletix.com/e/diy-toilet-repair-tickets-76401
Find out more »Simple Home Electrical
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 at the Minnesota Tool Library, 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. The class will help you confidently DIY simple electrical repairs that could cost you hundreds of dollars if you hired an…
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