First time event! Join several of our regular workshop participants as they share hints for what fall maintenance tasks they normally do in and around their homes. They talk about cleaning their garden tools, having their furnace inspected, vacuuming large appliances and so much more! Get a head start on your fall home maintenance with […]
Each month, Chris Praedel, Executive Director of Community Homeworks interviews a different person working on housing issues in Kalamazoo. For November 2021, Chris interviewed Rob Oakleaf, Executive Director at Kalamazoo Valley Habitat for Humanity. If you want to learn more about KVHH's impact on their community and who they are as an organization, this video […]
It's that time of year. We've already seen frost and colder temperatures are on the way. Join Master Gardener Mandy Dixon as she shares what she does to get her garden ready for winter. Live-streamed on Facebook Live and YouTube.
Looking to learn the basics of building a gingerbread house? If so, you are in the right place! Join Chef Ralph Humes and Kaylen Humes in Part 1 of our Gingerbread House Making 101 Workshops. This workshop will walk you through the basics of making and constructing a gingerbread house. Get started on your masterpiece […]
With winter coming, we are running out of time to repair and maintain our gutters and downspouts. Join Instructor Lee Taylor as he explains how gutters work and why they are an important part of maintaining your home. Lee will also share some common gutter repairs to keep them working well for many years! Live-streamed […]
Welcome to Part 2 of our Gingerbread House Making 101 Workshops! This workshop will include all the tips and tricks you need to make your gingerbread house a creative masterpiece. From piping techniques to decorating methods, you'll have more than enough skills to transform your gingerbread house. Happy decorating, we can't wait to see what […]
Are you curious how to best recycle in Kalamazoo? Have you ever wondered what can be recycled here and what can't? Do you want to learn more about how to do your part to recycle? Learn about the city's program and how you can start recycling today. Join us as we discuss Recycling in Kalamazoo […]
Not sure where to start on your fall and winter maintenance? Join instructor Lee Taylor as he shares tips and tricks for getting your home ready for winter! You'll learn when to have your leaves cleaned up, what to inspect before snow falls, and so much more. Create your fall/winter maintenance checklist with this virtual […]
Once each month, Chris Praedel, Executive Director at Community Homeworks, interviews a different person doing hard work with housing issues in our community. In December 2021, Chris's guest is Sharilyn Parsons from the City of Kalamazoo. Join us as we get to know Sharilyn and learn about the work she is doing! Live-streamed on Facebook […]
Curated with adults in mind, and a reminder that kids shouldn’t have all the fun during the holidays! Perfect for a date night or a ZOOM hangout with friends, we provide the fixings for a crafty evening in. Join us on December 2nd at 8 PM. A custom YouTube Live link to the virtual hangout […]
