Basic home repair classes at the Tool Library

The West Philly Tool Library is proud to partner with The West/Southwest Neighborhood Advisory Committee, The Other Carpenter, and The Partnership CDC to offer a summer series on basic home repair.

David Heaton, the Executive Director of The Other Carpenter, will lead four workshops on basic carpentry, electric, and plumbing every Monday in July from 5:30 to 7:00pm at the Tool Library.

Monday, July 7: Carpentry

- understanding board sizes and uses

- understanding framing and finish work

- learning the circular saw and miter box saw

Monday, July 14: Drywall

- understanding sizes and types of dry-wall

- installing dry-wall

- spackling

Monday, July 21: Doors & Windows

- understanding doors and windows

- installing a door and a window

Monday, July 28: Plumbing & Electric

- changing outlets, switches, and an electrical fixture

- identifying parts for and assembling a sink and a toilet

The series costs $20 for all four classes. Participants will receive a certificate for a free one-year Tool Library membership.

Interested? Contact Jessi Averill at The Partnership CDC to reserve your spot. Jessi can be reached at (215) 662-1612 ext 14 or javerill@thepartnershi

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