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Backyard Composting (Washburn at Las Estrellas)
Learn how to compost in your yard, including bin types, what to include and how to maintain a compost pile. -
Backyard Composting (Washburn)
Learn how to compost in your yard, including bin types, what to include and how to maintain a compost pile. -
Compost: Free Fertilizer for Your Thriving Garden (Camden)
Working with nature, you can turn ordinary yard and household waste into nourishment for your beautiful plants. We will learn several methods of composting, reusing water, mulching and creative approaches to have a healthy thriving garden. -
Edible Ephemerals Foraging Workshop (Southwest)
Learn the joys of spring ephemerals and gain a new vegetable season before the trees leaf out. Join Tim Clemens, founder of Ironwood Foraging, at beautiful Sakatah Lake State Park in Waterville, MN for a morning of plant and mushroom identification. You will learn humanity's oldest skill and how to harvest the flavors of the forest months before a traditional vegetable garden begins to produce. A MN State Park vehicle entrance permit is also required ($7/day, $35/year). This class is great to pair with our Edible Native Shade Gardening class to see the concept in action! If event is sold out, please add your name to our waitlist. We will contact you if tickets become available. -
Edible Insect Hunting: Japanese Beetles (North)
Are Japanese Beetles eating your garden? Let's go edible bug hunting! Join Tim Clemens from Ironwood Foraging Co. and learn about Japanese Beetles, an invasive edible scarab. You'll learn how to find, identify, trap, and cook these delicious and nutritious insects. Locations will be in the Minneapolis/Edina area depending on availability. We will email the location to you prior to the workshop. If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available. -
Electrical Circuits (Southwest)
Brighten your knowledge of different types of wire, circuit breakers, light switches, wall receptacles and how to replace them. Wire up and test three different circuits. If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available.Waitlist -
Electrical Circuits (Summer)
This is a two part session class. Part 1- - The instructor will discuss electrical theory and safety procedures when working around electricity. This is an introductory class designed for homeowners, or those who want to learn how to complete basic home electrical repairs for themselves. Students will learn about the different types of wire, circuit breakers, light switches, and wall receptacles and how to replace them. Part 2 - - There will be a “hands-on” application in class for each student to wire up three different circuits and how to test them. Information will be presented on tools needed and their uses. Each student will need to bring with them to class a common household type pliers and 2 screwdrivers, a regular flat tip and a cross tip (Phillips) one for the “Hands-on” exercise. If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available.Waitlist -
Foraging for Beginners (Southwest)
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. -
WaitlistWILLPOWER STUDIOS (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Gardening: Growing Fruits & Veggies (Washburn at Las Estrellas)
Growing your own fruit and vegetables is a fun and rewarding way to use your garden. Nothing compares to the taste of homegrown fruit plucked from the tree, or crunchy vegetables hauled from the soil. -
WaitlistEthan Long (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Gardening: Growing your Herb Garden (Washburn at Las Estrellas)
Herbs are a must in any garden – not only can they be used in cooking, teas, cocktails, or herbal remedies, but they have beautiful foliage and flowers, many of which are attractive to pollinators. Growing your own herbs, from seeds or ready-grown plants, is much more economical than buying packets of cut herbs from the supermarket, and you can cut them as you need them, so they'll always be fresh. -
Gardening: Medicinal Herb Gardening (Washburn at Las Estrellas)
If you appreciate natural remedies and are looking for ways to grow your own herbs, we’ll help you get started with planning, planting, and growing a medicinal herb garden. -
Native Plant Garden Border (a.k.a. 'Jeanne's Border'), New York Botanical Garden (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)
Gardening: Start your Flower Garden (Washburn at Las Estrellas)
It doesn’t matter where or when you begin. The key is to jump in and get started. Beginning flower gardeners will get off to a great start with timeless tips about site selection, soil preparation, choosing plants, and proper planting techniques. -
House Detective: Research Your Home's History (Roosevelt)
Peel back secrets for tracking down all aspects of your home's history from the architects and builders, past residents and period photographs. During the second class you can bring your home research findings and any stumbling blocks you encountered to share with the class. If class is full, please enroll in the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available. This class is priced on a sliding fee scale. Please pay the price you are able. This helps to ensure that Community Education can provide quality opportunities for all of our participants. -
Humidity, Moisture & Mold in 100-Year-Old Minnesota Homes
Older MN homes face unique moisture challenges: plaster walls, stucco exteriors, aging windows, poor attic ventilation, complex roof geometry, and retrofitted insulation. Homeowners often misdiagnose the source of moisture—leading either to wasted money or ignored hazards. This class teaches homeowners how to identify, diagnose, and fix humidity and mold problems without panic, unnecessary spending, or ineffective solutions. -
Kitchen Design: Curating Your Dream Kitchen Remodel (Southwest)
Looking for ideas on improving your kitchen? We will talk about the advantages and disadvantages of open concept and how to make selections on cabinetry, layout, countertops and the task of putting it all together. Ann Haws owns and operates Mindful Kitchens. If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available. -
Low-Waste Living (Ella Baker)
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 Hunting 1 (North)
Discover the world of mushrooms in this 3-hour hands-on beginner mushroom hunting hike with Ironwood Foraging Co. Lead Guide, Tim Clemens. You'll learn how to find and safely identify edible wild mushrooms. Mushroom hunting equipment, mushroom identification skills, fungal biology, mushroom recipes, and resources to continue your learning will all be covered. Location is within one hour of Minneapolis and will be emailed to attendees prior to the workshop. Walking distance ~1-3 miles. NOTE: Location is within one hour of Minneapolis. Location details will be emailed the Monday prior to the workshop. If we go to a State Park, that there will be an additional $7 Daily/$35 annual vehicle entry permit needed that can be purchased at the State Park entrance office. If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available. -
Planting for Pollinators (Roosevelt)
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. -
Raising Backyard Chickens (Southwest) ONLINE
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. -
Raising Monarch Butterflies (Lake Harriet)
In the wild, only 1% of Monarch eggs will become butterflies. Increase their survival rate to 95% by raising them in your home. Learn great gardening tips for milkweed and how to care for caterpillars from egg to chrysalis. Most of the supplies you need are already in your home. -
Ready to Remodel (Lake Harriet Upper)
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. -
Recycling Myths Debunked w/ City of Minneapolis (Southwest)
Are you a pro-recycler? A wish-cycler? Or a recycler to be? Get the do's and don'ts of recycling, learn what happens to your recyclables, and get your questions answered by Minneapolis Recycling staff. You will become a better steward of our environment and continue to help Minneapolis achieve zero waste status. If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available. -
Repairing Original Wood Windows (Roosevelt)
Do you have original wood windows in a home built prior to 1950 in need of some TLC? Join the skilled team at Hayes Window Restoration for a hands-on workshop all about wood window repair. The team will explain common double-hung window issues and demonstrate basic repairs you can do yourself, like sash cord repair, tune-up, glass repair, and glazing. Students will have time at the end to try their hand at the skills they’ve just learned. You are invited to bring a window sash from home. We'll also have plenty of practice sash for participants to use. An absolute don't-miss for anyone who cares about old house character and wants to keep, rather than replace, their original windows--this class is brought to you by Hayes Window Restoration. Class Meets at Hayes Window Restoration: 2508 24th Ave S. Minneapolis, MN 55407 If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available. -
Sink Installation & Faucet Repair (Northeast)
An introductory class designed for those who want to learn how to install sinks and fix or replace that old faucet themselves. Emphasis will be focused on sinks, faucets, and tubular drainage for under the sink. Information will be presented on types of tools needed and their uses. If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available.