Week of Events
Monday, May 4, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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May 5, 2026 -Tools 101: Power Saws
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May 5, 2026 -Make Your Own Yarn
Tools 101: Power Saws
Skills you'll learn: chop saw/miter saw, band saw, jig saw, circular saw Learn how to safely and effectively cut reclaimed wood with the power tools in Perennial's woodshop. In this hour and a half hands-on demo, you'll learn how to safely use the chop saw (miter saw) to make square and angled cuts. By learning... Read more »
Make Your Own Yarn
Materials saved from the landfill: fabric scraps, orts (those tiny scraps of thread + yarn from sewing and textile projects!) Skills you'll learn: technique for making fabric scrap twine, coiling technique for "art yarn" developed by the instructor Ever wondered what to do with the scraps left over from your sewing + textile projects? Textile... Read more »
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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May 6, 2026 -Intro to Crochet
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May 6, 2026 -DIY Worm Bin
DIY Worm Bin
Materials saved from the landfill: plastic bins, food waste, paper + cardboard Skills you'll learn: vermicomposting, how to use worm casting for plants Have you been curious about composting with worms (AKA vermicomposting)? Do you have a garden or houseplants? Are you seeking a pet that requires very little effort? Are you looking for some... Read more »
Thursday, May 7, 2026
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May 7, 2026 -Home Repair: Sinks
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May 7, 2026 -Serger Basics
Home Repair: Sinks
Materials saved from the landfill: sinks, faucets, and other parts Skills you'll learn: sink problem triage, sink anatomy, addressing common sink + drain issues Every homeowner or long-time renter has experienced an issue with a sink or faucet. Do you call in a professional or is that little drip or stuck handle something you can... Read more »
Serger Basics
Materials saved from the landfill: textiles Skills you'll learn: serger parts, threading a serger, serging Level up your sewing game by learning the basics of using a serger! Sergers, or overlockers, are used to create clean + strong seams and finished edges in a sewing project, often in garment making. They are a great partner... Read more »
Friday, May 8, 2026
No events on this day.
Saturday, May 9, 2026
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May 9, 2026 -Intro to Mosaics, 5/9+5/16
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May 9, 2026 -Home Repair: Electrical Level 2
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May 9, 2026 -Intro to Papermaking
Intro to Mosaics, 5/9+5/16
Materials saved from the landfill: Chipped plates, broken windows, and more! Skills you'll learn: tile cutting, adhering tile and glass, grouting Please note that this two-day class meets on Saturday, May 9 from 10am – 12:30pm and on Saturday, May 16 from 10am - 11:30am. Learn the basics of mosaics while making a custom design!... Read more »
Home Repair: Electrical Level 2
Description coming soon! Please note: students should complete Home Repair: Electrical before attending.
Intro to Papermaking
Materials saved from the landfill: matte board, scrap paper Skills you'll learn: pulling + pressing sheets of paper using a mould and deckle Create beautiful, handcrafted papers! In this workshop, participants will make handmade papers using discarded paper waste. The class will cover the basics of papermaking techniques, including fiber and pulp preparation, how to... Read more »
Sunday, May 10, 2026
No events on this day.