Jul 102012
 

lowes toyKids build a Kung Fu Panda toy at  free workshops provided at participating Lowe’s home improvement stores.

The project is based on the movie, Kung Fu Panda  2.

The workshops at participating stores are 10 a.m. July 14 and 2 p.m. July 15.

The workshops are free, and registration is required. Parents may register online.  Some workshops may be full, so it’s wise to book early.

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Jun 182012
 

lowes toyKids build a toy vehicle at free workshops offered at participating Lowe’s stores.

The project is a Luxury Assault Vehicle from the movie Madagascar 3.

The workshops are at 10 a.m. Saturday June 23 and 2 p.m. Sunday June 24 at participating stores.

The workshops are free, and registration is required.  Online registration is available. Some workshops may be full, so it’s wise to book early.

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Feb 082012
 

Get your abode in style at Bali Cargo in Neptune Beach.  The imports store is holding a four-class series of design seminars by Mollie Cones of Zeal Interiors.  The classes meet Tuesdays (Feb. 21 and 28, Mar. 6 and 13) from 7 to 8 p.m. at the store. The cost is $20 and includes all four seminars, a seminar workbook, a $10 Bali Cargo gift certificate, and a drink at Lillie’s Coffee bar, which is next door.  Call (904) 270-2254 to reserve a spot.

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Nov 272011
 

Etsy and West Elm are pairing up for a handmade holiday workshop.  Artists will teach you how to create handmade ornaments at the free event on December 1 from 6 to 9 p.m.  After expressing your inner elf, you can shop the Etsy mini-market where craftspeople will be offering their wares.  You can also contribute ornaments and gifts to be donated to local charities.  West Elm is located at St. Johns Town Center.

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Sep 292011
 

texture_plywood_Home Depot is holding another free kids’ workshop this Saturday, Oct. 1, from 9 a.m. to noon

This month, the kids will be building a fire rescue helicopter.

Kids ages 5 to 12 can participate.

The next workshop is Saturday, Nov. 5, when the kids will build Veterans Day picture frames.

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May 062011
 
If your allowance won’t allow for a fancy gift, you can always get creative.  The following stores are hosting free do-it-yourself gift-making sessions for children.  Show Mom you care with a project from:
  • Jo-Ann Fabric will host a free Make It-Take It event Saturday, May 7, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Children will have the opportunity to make two projects: a painted garden stake and a Mother’s Day card.
  • Lowe’s is having a free Mother’s Day Build & Grow clinic at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 7 to create a heart-shaped flower vase that reads “I Love You” for moms.
  • At Home Depot, kids can build a tulip planter for mom at a free kids’ workshop Saturday, May 7, from 9 a.m. to noon.
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Apr 212011
 
Visit your Northeast Florida Home Depot Store for free workshops designed to put you in the green for Earth Day Weekend.  You can sign up online at www.homeimproverclub.com.
  • Do It Herself Workshop — Eco-friendly gardening Thursday April 21 7 p.m.
  • Kids Workshop — Earth Day/Easter Planter Saturday April 23 at 9 a.m. for ages 5 to 12
  • Eco Workshop — Water-saving and energy-saving products Saturday April 23 at 10 a.m.
  • Do It Herself Workshop — Eco-friendly gardening 1 p.m. Saturday April 23.
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