BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Community Homeworks - ECPv6.17.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://communityhomeworks.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Community Homeworks REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20200101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220804T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220804T170000 DTSTAMP:20220804T150314Z CREATED:20220804T144903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T150314Z UID:3400-1659628800-1659632400@communityhomeworks.org SUMMARY:Let's Talk Housing with Komal Razvi from Cradle Kalamazoo DESCRIPTION:Each month\, Community Homeworks Executive Director\, Chris Praedel interviews a different person in our community who is doing hard work related to housing. For August\, Chris will interview Komal Razvi from Cradle Kalamazoo/ YWCA. \nJoin us Live online for this program:\non Facebook Live or YouTube \nCommunity Homeworks is a non-profit home repair and maintenance organization in Kalamazoo with a mission to empower our low-income neighbors to maintain safe\, sustainable\, and dignified homes. Support our mission at www.communityhomeworks.org/support \nIf you would like to suggest someone to be interviewed for a future “Let’s Talk Housing program\, please send suggestions to info@communityhomeworks.org URL:https://communityhomeworks.org/workshop/lets_talk_housing_cradle_kalamazoo/ LOCATION:Community Homeworks – Education Center\, 812 Bryant St.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States CATEGORIES:Let's Talk Housing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://communityhomeworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Lets-Talk-Housing-Komal-Razvi-Overlay-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Community Homeworks":MAILTO:education@communityhomeworks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220802T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220802T190000 DTSTAMP:20220729T001502Z CREATED:20220729T001502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220729T001502Z UID:3389-1659463200-1659466800@communityhomeworks.org SUMMARY:Common Door Repairs: Virtual Workshop DESCRIPTION:Do you have a door that doesn’t close right or rubs?  One that doesn’t latch?  Join instructor Lee Taylor as he talks about how to repair common issues with the doors in your home. \nThis free workshop will be virtual only and is a rebroadcast* of one of our favorite workshops which originally aired on March 22\, 2022.  The workshop can be viewed on Facebook Live and YouTube.  Ask your questions by typing them into the comments section and we will reply in a timely fashion. \n*August 2\, 2022 is a rebroadcast of a past workshop because it is a local Election Day in Kalamazoo and is also “National Night Out”.  Some of our staff are working at the polls\, while other are representing Community Homeworks at Northside Association for Community Development (NACD) and also at Edison Neighborhood Association!  Stop and say hello and don’t forget to vote! And we will be back for a new live workshop next Tuesday\, August 9\, 2022 URL:https://communityhomeworks.org/workshop/door_repairs_aug_2022/ LOCATION:Community Homeworks – Education Center\, 812 Bryant St.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States CATEGORIES:Virtual Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Community Homeworks":MAILTO:education@communityhomeworks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220726T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220726T190000 DTSTAMP:20220715T153613Z CREATED:20220715T153613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220715T153613Z UID:3378-1658858400-1658862000@communityhomeworks.org SUMMARY:Wood Window Repairs DESCRIPTION:Did you know? Original wood windows in an older home can last well over 100 years with proper maintenance.  Replacement Windows often last 20-25 years before they need to be re-replaced.  A well maintained wood window paired with a storm window can provide the same insulating value as a new replacement window while maintaining the character of your home.  Join us to learn how to maintain these old windows to keep them functioning for many more years! \nThis free\, hands-on workshop will take place in our air conditioned Community Homeworks Education Room\, 812 Bryant Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49001.  Registration and masks are required. (You can register at the bottom of this page or by calling 269-998-3275 ext 205 and leaving a message.) \nThe workshop can also be viewed live on our Community Homeworks Facebook Live page or YouTube channel. \nCommunity Homeworks is a non-profit home repair and maintenance organization located in Kalamazoo\, Michigan with a mission to “Empower our low-income neighbors to maintain safe\, sustainable\, and dignified homes.”  Donate now to support our programs! \n  URL:https://communityhomeworks.org/workshop/wood_window_repairs_july_2022/ LOCATION:Community Homeworks – Education Center\, 812 Bryant St.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States CATEGORIES:In Person Workshop,Virtual Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Community Homeworks":MAILTO:education@communityhomeworks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220719T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220719T190000 DTSTAMP:20220715T135909Z CREATED:20220715T135909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220715T135909Z UID:3372-1658253600-1658257200@communityhomeworks.org SUMMARY:Basic Lawn Mower Maintenance DESCRIPTION:You are counting on your lawn mower to keep your grass cut and avoid complaints from neighbors and the city.  A well maintained lawn mower can cut grass faster\, using less gas.  Learn how to show this machine some love and keep it running well for many years to come!  Also learn how to prepare your mower for winter to ensure easy starts next spring!  This workshop is specifically geared towards gas powered lawn mowers\, but those with electric mowers are welcome to attend as well! \nThis free\, hands-on workshop will take place in our air conditioned Community Homeworks Education Room\, 812 Bryant Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49001.  Registration and masks are required. (You can register at the bottom of this page or by calling 269-998-3275 ext 205 and leaving a message.) \nThe workshop can also be viewed live on our Community Homeworks Facebook Live page or YouTube channel. \nCommunity Homeworks is a non-profit home repair and maintenance organization located in Kalamazoo\, Michigan with a mission to “Empower our low-income neighbors to maintain safe\, sustainable\, and dignified homes.”  Donate now to support our programs! \n  URL:https://communityhomeworks.org/workshop/lawn_mower_maintenance_july_2022/ LOCATION:Community Homeworks – Education Center\, 812 Bryant St.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States CATEGORIES:In Person Workshop,Virtual Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Community Homeworks":MAILTO:education@communityhomeworks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220712T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220712T190000 DTSTAMP:20220701T005236Z CREATED:20220701T004418Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220701T005236Z UID:3349-1657648800-1657652400@communityhomeworks.org SUMMARY:Rain Barrel Build Workshop- Green Living Series DESCRIPTION:Learn how to collect rainfall from your gutters to water your garden or to divert to a different part of your yard! In this workshop\, we will work together using common hand and power tools to build an inexpensive\, functional rain barrel.  For tool safety\, please\, no loose-fitting clothing or long hair.  Completed rain barrels will be available for purchase at the end of the workshop. \nThis hands-on workshop takes place at the Community Homeworks Education Center\, 812 Bryant Street\, Kalamazoo (pre-registration and masks are required).  There is no charge to attend the workshop.  The live workshop can also be viewed virtually on Facebook Live and YouTube.  Ask your questions in-person or by typing them into the comments section online. \nCommunity Homeworks is a non-profit home repair and maintenance organization located in Kalamazoo\, Michigan with a mission to “Empower our low-income neighbors to maintain safe\, sustainable\, and dignified homes.”  Donate now to support our programs! This workshop is part of our “Green Living Series” and is made possible by a generous grant from the Kalamazoo Community Foundation’s Love Where You Live: Environment Fund. The Green Living Series helps Kalamazoo residents conserve resources\, reduce their carbon footprint\, and improve the environment in and around their homes. \n  URL:https://communityhomeworks.org/workshop/rain_barrel_build_july_2022/ LOCATION:Community Homeworks – Education Center\, 812 Bryant St.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States CATEGORIES:Green Living Series,In Person Workshop,Virtual Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Community Homeworks":MAILTO:education@communityhomeworks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220705T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220705T190000 DTSTAMP:20220629T012224Z CREATED:20220629T011752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220629T012224Z UID:3344-1657044000-1657047600@communityhomeworks.org SUMMARY:Summer Maintenance- Tips and Tricks DESCRIPTION:There are many home maintenance tasks that need to be done during the summer months.  Join our panel of experts as we discuss some of the pressing maintenance tasks that need to be done as well as tips for how to get them done in the most efficient way possible!  Have a question about a home maintenance repair item and need some advice?  Ask and we will try to help answer your questions! \nThis free workshop will take place in our *air conditioned* Community Homeworks Education Room\, 812 Bryant Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49001.  Registration and masks are required. \nThe workshop can also be viewed live on our Community Homeworks Facebook Live page or YouTube channel. \nCommunity Homeworks is a non-profit home repair and maintenance organization located in Kalamazoo\, Michigan with a mission to “Empower our low-income neighbors to maintain safe\, sustainable\, and dignified homes.”  Donate now to support our programs! \n  URL:https://communityhomeworks.org/workshop/summer_maintenance_tips_and_tricks/ LOCATION:Community Homeworks – Education Center\, 812 Bryant St.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States CATEGORIES:In Person Workshop,Virtual Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Community Homeworks":MAILTO:education@communityhomeworks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220628T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220628T190000 DTSTAMP:20220628T144834Z CREATED:20220628T144657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220628T144834Z UID:3336-1656439200-1656442800@communityhomeworks.org SUMMARY:Home Ventilation and Air Conditioning Workshop- Green Living Series DESCRIPTION:We’ve already had a hot summer and there is more hot weather coming!  Learn ways to keep your home as cool and comfortable as possible while also conserving electricity and saving money on your utility bills! \nThis free\, hands-on workshop will take place in-person in our *air conditioned* workshop space at 812 Bryant Street\, Kalamazoo (masks and pre-registration required).  This workshop is part of our “Green Living Series” and is made possible by a generous grant from the Kalamazoo Community Foundation’s Environment Fund. \nThe workshop will also be broadcast live on Facebook Live and YouTube.  You can ask questions by typing them into the comment section online. \nCommunity Homeworks is a non-profit home repair and maintenance organization located in Kalamazoo\, Michigan with a mission to “Empower our low-income neighbors to maintain safe\, sustainable\, and dignified homes.”  Donate now to support our programs! \n  URL:https://communityhomeworks.org/workshop/ventilation-and-ac-june-2022/ LOCATION:Community Homeworks – Education Center\, 812 Bryant St.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States CATEGORIES:In Person Workshop,Virtual Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Community Homeworks":MAILTO:education@communityhomeworks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220621T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220621T190000 DTSTAMP:20220620T171839Z CREATED:20220620T164843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220620T171839Z UID:3330-1655834400-1655838000@communityhomeworks.org SUMMARY:Wall Repairs Workshop (In person and virtual) DESCRIPTION:Do you have a crack or a hole in your wall that you want repaired?  Learn to fix it yourself!  It is easier than you think!  Join instructor Jake Tardani as he walks us through the steps of repairing walls and preparing them for paint. \nThis free\, hands-on workshop will take place in-person in the Air Conditioning at 812 Bryant Street\, Kalamazoo (pre-registration required) and also virtually on Facebook Live and YouTube.  Ask your questions in-person or by typing them into the comment section online. \nCommunity Homeworks is a non-profit home repair and maintenance organization located in Kalamazoo\, Michigan with a mission to “Empower our low-income neighbors to maintain safe\, sustainable\, and dignified homes.”  Donate now to support our programs! \n  URL:https://communityhomeworks.org/workshop/wall_repairs_june_2022/ LOCATION:Community Homeworks – Education Center\, 812 Bryant St.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States CATEGORIES:In Person Workshop,Virtual Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Community Homeworks":MAILTO:education@communityhomeworks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220614T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220614T190000 DTSTAMP:20220614T224112Z CREATED:20220614T215559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220614T224112Z UID:3319-1655229600-1655233200@communityhomeworks.org SUMMARY:Spring and Summer Maintenance: Workshop (In-Person and Virtual) DESCRIPTION:There are many home maintenance tasks that need to be done in the warmer months in Michigan.  Join our instructor Lee Taylor as he walks us through some of the home maintenance tasks we need to remember to do to keep our homes operating smoothly. \nThis free\, hands-on workshop can be attended in-person at 812 Bryant Street\, Kalamazoo and also virtually on Facebook Live and YouTube.  Ask your questions in-person or by typing them into the comment section online. \nCommunity Homeworks is a non-profit home repair and maintenance organization located in Kalamazoo\, Michigan with a mission to “Empower our low-income neighbors to maintain safe\, sustainable\, and dignified homes.”  Donate now to support our programs! \n  URL:https://communityhomeworks.org/workshop/spring-and-summer-maintenance-workshop/ LOCATION:Community Homeworks – Education Center\, 812 Bryant St.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States CATEGORIES:In Person Workshop,Virtual Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Community Homeworks":MAILTO:education@communityhomeworks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220607T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220607T190000 DTSTAMP:20220607T172331Z CREATED:20220607T172331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220607T172331Z UID:3317-1654624800-1654628400@communityhomeworks.org SUMMARY:Community Homeworks: Who We Are: Virtual Discussion DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered who Community Homeworks is or what programs we offer? Tune in to meet our program staff and learn answers to the questions our participants ask most often! \nThis free workshop will be virtual only and is a rebroadcast* of one of our favorite workshops which originally aired on September 14\, 2021.  The workshop can be viewed on Facebook Live and YouTube.  Ask your questions by typing them into the comments section and we will reply in a timely fashion. \n*For May 2022\, Community Homeworks is taking time to “pause” and introspectively plan and catch up on projects. Instead of producing new workshops\, we will be sharing some of our best virtual workshops from the past few years and we will return to live\, in-person workshops in June\, 2022. \n  URL:https://communityhomeworks.org/workshop/who-we-are-discussion/ LOCATION:Community Homeworks – Education Center\, 812 Bryant St.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States CATEGORIES:Virtual Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Community Homeworks":MAILTO:education@communityhomeworks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220531T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220531T190000 DTSTAMP:20220520T005258Z CREATED:20220519T143909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220520T005258Z UID:3294-1654020000-1654023600@communityhomeworks.org SUMMARY:Kalamazoo Recycles!: Virtual Green Living Series DESCRIPTION:We are serious about recycling in Kalamazoo!  Meet Wendy Burlingham from the City of Kalamazoo and Jack Brown from Republic Services who will share what can and can’t be recycled and common mistakes people make in their recycling.  www.kalamazoocity.org/recycling \nThis free workshop will be virtual only and is a rebroadcast* of one of our favorite workshops which originally aired on November 23\, 2021.  The workshop can be viewed on Facebook Live and YouTube.  Ask your questions by typing them into the comments section and we will reply in a timely fashion. \n*For May 2022\, Community Homeworks is taking time to “pause” and introspectively plan and catch up on projects. Instead of producing new workshops\, we will be sharing some of our best virtual workshops from the past few years and we will return to live\, in-person workshops in June\, 2022. \n  URL:https://communityhomeworks.org/workshop/kalamazoo-recycles-gls/ LOCATION:Community Homeworks – Education Center\, 812 Bryant St.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States CATEGORIES:Green Living Series,Virtual Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Community Homeworks":MAILTO:education@communityhomeworks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220524T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220524T190000 DTSTAMP:20220519T141544Z CREATED:20220519T141544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220519T141544Z UID:3291-1653415200-1653418800@communityhomeworks.org SUMMARY:Water Heater Maintenance: Virtual Workshop DESCRIPTION:Your water heater is one of the most expensive\, and least understood appliances in your home.  Most people don’t realize that there are regular maintenance tasks that can extend the life of your water heater!  Join us to learn the ins and outs of maintaining your home’s water heater\, whether you have a tank-type or tankless-type\, atmospherically vented or power vented! \nThis free workshop will be virtual only and is a rebroadcast* of one of our favorite workshops which originally aired on February 9\, 2021.  The workshop can be viewed on Facebook Live and YouTube.  Ask your questions by typing them into the comments section and we will reply in a timely fashion. \n*For May 2022\, Community Homeworks is taking time to “pause” and introspectively plan and catch up on projects. Instead of producing new workshops\, we will be sharing some of our best virtual workshops from the past few years and we will return to live\, in-person workshops in June\, 2022. \n  URL:https://communityhomeworks.org/workshop/water-heater-maintenance/ LOCATION:Community Homeworks – Education Center\, 812 Bryant St.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States CATEGORIES:Virtual Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Community Homeworks":MAILTO:education@communityhomeworks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220517T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220517T190000 DTSTAMP:20220510T173528Z CREATED:20220510T173528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220510T173528Z UID:3287-1652810400-1652814000@communityhomeworks.org SUMMARY:Basic Lawn Mower Maintenance: Virtual Workshop DESCRIPTION:Its spring. The grass is growing QUICKLY. Join Lee Taylor and Jean Walker as they walk through the steps of maintaining a gas powered mower to keep it running for many years! \nThis free workshop will be virtual only and is a rebroadcast* of one of our favorite workshops which originally aired on May 4\, 2021.  The workshop can be viewed on Facebook Live and YouTube.  Ask your questions by typing them into the comments section and we will reply in a timely fashion. \n*For May 2022\, Community Homeworks is taking intentional and strategic “pause” to “Sharpen our ax” as an organization and a team. We will not accept any new applications for critical home repairs or present new educational workshops for this one-month period.  Instead of producing new workshops\, we will share some of our best virtual workshops from the past few years and we will return to live\, in-person workshops in June\, 2022. URL:https://communityhomeworks.org/workshop/basic-lawn-mower-maintenance/ LOCATION:Community Homeworks – Education Center\, 812 Bryant St.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States CATEGORIES:Virtual Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Community Homeworks":MAILTO:education@communityhomeworks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220510T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220510T190000 DTSTAMP:20220503T175115Z CREATED:20220503T171445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220503T175115Z UID:3283-1652205600-1652209200@communityhomeworks.org SUMMARY:Indoor Air Quality: Virtual Workshop DESCRIPTION:Due to COVID\, we all have an increased awareness about hidden dangers in the air inside our homes and businesses.  In this workshop\, Michael Pinto from WonderMakers Environmental will join us to talk about some of those dangers and how we can keep ourselves and our family safe! \nThis free workshop will be virtual only and is a rebroadcast* of one of our favorite workshops which originally aired on March 16\, 2021.  The workshop can be viewed on Facebook Live and YouTube.  Ask your questions by typing them into the comments section and we will reply in a timely fashion. \n*For May 2022\, Community Homeworks is taking time to “pause” and introspectively plan and catch up on projects. Instead of producing new workshops\, we will be sharing some of our best virtual workshops from the past few years and we will return to live\, in-person workshops in June\, 2022. \n  URL:https://communityhomeworks.org/workshop/indoor-air-quality-health/ LOCATION:Community Homeworks – Education Center\, 812 Bryant St.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States CATEGORIES:Virtual Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Community Homeworks":MAILTO:education@communityhomeworks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220503T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220503T190000 DTSTAMP:20220503T164523Z CREATED:20220503T164523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220503T164523Z UID:3280-1651600800-1651604400@communityhomeworks.org SUMMARY:Favorite Hand Tools: Virtual Discussion DESCRIPTION:Do you have a favorite or unique hand tool? Join some of our regular workshop instructors as they share their own favorite tools and how they work! \nThis free workshop will be virtual only and is a rebroadcast* of one of our favorite workshops which originally aired on February 9\, 2021.  The workshop can be viewed on Facebook Live and YouTube.  Ask your questions by typing them into the comments section and we will reply in a timely fashion. \n*For May 2022\, Community Homeworks is taking time to “pause” and introspectively plan and catch up on projects. Instead of producing new workshops\, we will be sharing some of our best virtual workshops from the past few years and we will return to live\, in-person workshops in June\, 2022. \n  URL:https://communityhomeworks.org/workshop/favorite-hand-tools-virtual-discussion/ LOCATION:Community Homeworks – Education Center\, 812 Bryant St.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States CATEGORIES:Virtual Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Community Homeworks":MAILTO:education@communityhomeworks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220426T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220426T190000 DTSTAMP:20220427T152222Z CREATED:20220426T172143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T152222Z UID:3269-1650996000-1650999600@communityhomeworks.org SUMMARY:Understanding your Homeowners Insurance Policy: Workshop DESCRIPTION:It is important\, and often a requirement that homeowners have homeowners insurance.  This insurance can help protect the investment you made in your home!  But how do you know what is covered and what isn’t?  And how do you know if you have more or less coverage than necessary?  Join Community Homeworks and Kelly Peters from Kelly Peters Allstate as we discuss the ins and outs of homeowners insurance.  Dig out your policy to have it ready to refer to! \n  \nThis free workshop will be offered in-person (registration required) and also virtually on Facebook Live and YouTube.  Ask your questions by typing them into the comments section. URL:https://communityhomeworks.org/workshop/homeowners-insurance-workshop/ LOCATION:Community Homeworks – Education Center\, 812 Bryant St.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States CATEGORIES:In Person Workshop,Virtual Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Community Homeworks":MAILTO:education@communityhomeworks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220419T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220419T190000 DTSTAMP:20220419T230838Z CREATED:20220419T200705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220419T230838Z UID:3246-1650391200-1650394800@communityhomeworks.org SUMMARY:Gardening 101: Workshop DESCRIPTION:Its easy and healthy to grow your own food at home!  Learn how to get started\, What plants would do best and other considerations for a successful garden!  The instructor for this workshop is MSU Extension Master Gardener Mandy Dixon.  This free workshop will be virtual only and will be broadcast on Facebook Live and YouTube.  Ask your questions by typing them into the comments section. URL:https://communityhomeworks.org/workshop/gardening-101/ LOCATION:Community Homeworks – Education Center\, 812 Bryant St.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States CATEGORIES:Virtual Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Community Homeworks":MAILTO:education@communityhomeworks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220412T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220412T190000 DTSTAMP:20220408T151557Z CREATED:20220406T232232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220408T151557Z UID:3222-1649786400-1649790000@communityhomeworks.org SUMMARY:Intro to Hand Tools DESCRIPTION:Learn what tools should be in your home toolbox\, where to find quality tools and what to avoid when shopping for tools.  Our instructor for this workshop is Lee Taylor.  Limited in-person seating is available and registration is required.  Masks are required inside the building.  The workshop will also be broadcast live over Facebook Live and YouTube. URL:https://communityhomeworks.org/workshop/intro-to-hand-tools/ LOCATION:Community Homeworks – Education Center\, 812 Bryant St.\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States CATEGORIES:In Person Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Community Homeworks":MAILTO:education@communityhomeworks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211223T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211223T180000 DTSTAMP:20211221T213230Z CREATED:20211112T170421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211221T213230Z UID:2880-1640278800-1640282400@communityhomeworks.org SUMMARY:Winners Announced & Kids Night at the North Pole DESCRIPTION:We will conclude the 2021 contest and events with a short virtual livestream via Facebook and YouTube to announce the winners of the five (5) categories. After the category winners are announced\, we will offer some activities and some guest appearances to get the whole family into the holiday spirit. \nCategories include: \n\nIconic Structures in Kalamazoo\nMy Home (Upload Comparison Picture)\nPeople’s Choice\nJudges’ Choice (2021 Gingerbread Masterpiece)\nKids 12 and Under\n\n \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our 2021 sponsors URL:https://communityhomeworks.org/workshop/winners-announced/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Gingerbread House Contest ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://communityhomeworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Gingerbread-Winner-Announced-Overlay-2021-landscape-tv-full-hd-1.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Community Homeworks":MAILTO:education@communityhomeworks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211214T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211214T190000 DTSTAMP:20211221T212721Z CREATED:20211206T220854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211221T212721Z UID:3085-1639504800-1639508400@communityhomeworks.org SUMMARY:Virtual Workshop: At Home with a Gnome - Crafting w/ Jean DESCRIPTION:Join us to make a special holiday decoration with the one and only Jean Walker. Jean will walk through the steps of building a special holiday gnome along with everything you need to make your own! \nLive-streamed on Facebook Live and YouTube. URL:https://communityhomeworks.org/workshop/at-home-with-a-gnome/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Virtual Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Community Homeworks":MAILTO:education@communityhomeworks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211207T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211207T190000 DTSTAMP:20211221T212159Z CREATED:20211206T220044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211221T212159Z UID:3079-1638900000-1638903600@communityhomeworks.org SUMMARY:Virtual Discussion: Preparing for the Holidays DESCRIPTION:Different people in our community prepare for the holidays in different ways. Some prepare to host family and friends. Some prepare to travel. Some decorate. Join us as we learn how some of our participants prepare for this festive time! \nLive-streamed on Facebook Live and YouTube. URL:https://communityhomeworks.org/workshop/preparing-for-the-holidays/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Virtual Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Community Homeworks":MAILTO:education@communityhomeworks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211202T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211202T210000 DTSTAMP:20211115T001428Z CREATED:20211112T162444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211115T001428Z UID:2840-1638475200-1638478800@communityhomeworks.org SUMMARY:Gingerbread After Dark Kits & Virtual Hangout DESCRIPTION: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 will be sent to the email you provide at checkout.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Order My Kit\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nGingerbread After Dark Kit! Supplies are limited to only 100 kits this year. You can choose to pick it up at our headquarters at 810 Bryant St. in Kalamazoo or we can deliver it to your residence within Kalamazoo County.\n\nWhat’s inside each kit ($100 each*):\n•1 deluxe gingerbread house decorating kit\n•2 adult limited edition Teflon aprons\n•A mistletoe to hang\n•Hot cocoa kit and alcoholic drink recipe (alcohol not included)\n•Design ideas\, trivia\, and virtual party suggestions\n•Photo props\n\n*Proceeds from kits help provide heat to vulnerable households this winter. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our 2021 sponsors URL:https://communityhomeworks.org/workshop/gingerbread-after-dark/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Gingerbread House Contest ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://communityhomeworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Gingerbread-After-Dark-Overlay-2021-landscape-nightlife-hd.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Community Homeworks":MAILTO:education@communityhomeworks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211202T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211202T170000 DTSTAMP:20211221T211809Z CREATED:20211206T220140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211221T211809Z UID:3077-1638460800-1638464400@communityhomeworks.org SUMMARY:Let's Talk Housing: Sharilyn Parsons from the City of Kalamazoo DESCRIPTION: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! \nLive-streamed on Facebook Live and YouTube. URL:https://communityhomeworks.org/workshop/lets-talk-housing-sharilyn-parsons/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Let's Talk Housing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://communityhomeworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Sharilyn-Parsons-Lets-Talk-Housing-Sharilyn-Parsons.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Community Homeworks":MAILTO:education@communityhomeworks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211130T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211130T190000 DTSTAMP:20211221T211338Z CREATED:20211104T231215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211221T211338Z UID:2634-1638295200-1638298800@communityhomeworks.org SUMMARY:Virtual Workshop: Fall/Winter Maintenance DESCRIPTION: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 workshop. \nLive-streamed on Facebook Live and YouTube. URL:https://communityhomeworks.org/workshop/virtual-workshop-fall-winter-maintenance/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Virtual Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://communityhomeworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Fall-Winter-Maintenance-CHW-Virtual-Class-Overlays-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Community Homeworks":MAILTO:education@communityhomeworks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211123T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211123T190000 DTSTAMP:20211221T210312Z CREATED:20211104T230434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211221T210312Z UID:2629-1637690400-1637694000@communityhomeworks.org SUMMARY:Virtual Green Living Series: Recycling in Kalamazoo DESCRIPTION: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 with our friends from the Republic Services and the City of Kalamazoo! \nLive-streamed on Facebook Live and YouTube. URL:https://communityhomeworks.org/workshop/recycling-in-kalamazoo/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Green Living Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://communityhomeworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Recycling-in-Kalamazoo-CHW-Virtual-Class-Green-Living-Series-1-1-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Community Homeworks":MAILTO:education@communityhomeworks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211118T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211118T183000 DTSTAMP:20211221T205135Z CREATED:20211112T155907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211221T205135Z UID:2815-1637258400-1637260200@communityhomeworks.org SUMMARY:Part 2: Decorating and Details DESCRIPTION: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 you’ve created! \nYou can watch the live stream on our Facebook and YouTube pages or watch when convenient for you. Video from the workshop will be embedded here after the live stream.  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our 2021 sponsors URL:https://communityhomeworks.org/workshop/decorating-and-details/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Gingerbread House Contest ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://communityhomeworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Gingerbread-House-Making-101-Overlay-2.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Community Homeworks":MAILTO:education@communityhomeworks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211116T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211116T190000 DTSTAMP:20211221T205356Z CREATED:20211104T161252Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211221T205356Z UID:2588-1637085600-1637089200@communityhomeworks.org SUMMARY:Virtual Workshop: Maintaining Gutters and Downspouts DESCRIPTION: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! \nLive-streamed on Facebook Live and YouTube. URL:https://communityhomeworks.org/workshop/maintaining-gutters-and-downspouts/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Virtual Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://communityhomeworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Gutters-Downspouts-CHW-Virtual-Class-Overlays-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Community Homeworks":MAILTO:education@communityhomeworks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20211116T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20211116T183000 DTSTAMP:20211221T204916Z CREATED:20211112T155158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211221T204916Z UID:2778-1637085600-1637087400@communityhomeworks.org SUMMARY:Part 1: Building FUNdamentals DESCRIPTION: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 the Humes duo! \nYou can watch the live stream on our Facebook and YouTube pages or watch when convenient for you. Video from the workshop will be embedded here after the live stream.  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our 2021 sponsors URL:https://communityhomeworks.org/workshop/gingerbread-fundamentals/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Gingerbread House Contest ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://communityhomeworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Gingerbread-House-Making-101-Overlay-1.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Community Homeworks":MAILTO:education@communityhomeworks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211109T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211109T190000 DTSTAMP:20211221T204340Z CREATED:20211104T161107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211221T204340Z UID:2585-1636480800-1636484400@communityhomeworks.org SUMMARY:Virtual Workshop: Putting the Garden to Bed DESCRIPTION: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. \nLive-streamed on Facebook Live and YouTube. URL:https://communityhomeworks.org/workshop/virtual-workshop-putting-garden-to-bed/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Virtual Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://communityhomeworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Putting-the-Garden-to-Bed-CHW-Virtual-Class-Overlays-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Community Homeworks":MAILTO:education@communityhomeworks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211104T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211104T180000 DTSTAMP:20211221T203913Z CREATED:20211104T155827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211221T203913Z UID:2575-1636048800-1636048800@communityhomeworks.org SUMMARY:Let's Talk Housing: Rob Oakleaf\, Kalamazoo Valley Habitat for Humanity DESCRIPTION: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 is for you! \nLive-streamed on Facebook Live and YouTube. URL:https://communityhomeworks.org/workshop/lets-talk-housing-rob-oakleaf/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Let's Talk Housing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://communityhomeworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Lets-Talk-Housing-Rob-Oakleaf-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Community Homeworks":MAILTO:education@communityhomeworks.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR