Channel your inner Max Fischer and choose a new hobby from the 40 FREE CLASSES being taught by some skillful locals on Sunday 3/2, 12-6pm.  Class topics range from the practical to the pleasurable.  If that’s not enough there will be FREE PIZZA, FREE BEER and FREE CHOCOLATE.  Yes, this is real. somervilleskillshare.org

Attendance has been capped!  But RSVP here to get on the wait list.

Our picks of the cool shit happening…

BASIC BICYCLE MAINTENANCE

Emily Thibodeau will teach you how to fix a flat tire, properly lube your chain :), check tire pressure and other skills that will keep you rollin’

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BASIC SILKSCREEN PRINTING

Liz Corkery goes over the basics of the silkscreen printing process.  The screens are pre-prepared but you’ll have free reign over the colors and then actually print on either a tote bag or poster paper.

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CPR AND FIRST AID

You won’t walk away certified but you will know how to be of use in a medical emergency.  Pretty relevant stuff taught by Sarah Clark.

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FERMENTATION FOR TASTE, PRESERVATION, AND NUTRITION 

Watch Jane Hammer lactoferment some veggies — she’ll help you better understand the process of how to store food loooong term.

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HOME COMPOSTING

Adam Jankauskus teaches you how to be a better Earth occupant without your heap smelling like shit.

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HOW TO BE A GOOD TENANT with TODD KAPLAN

Ever had a deadbeat landlord?  If you’ve lived in Allston I am going to assume yes.  This class helps you understand your rights as a tenant and will cover common landlord/tenant conflicts.  Feel free to come with specific questions for attorney Todd Kaplan to advise  ya.

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LINK STITCH BOOKBINDING

Make a book or two with Athena Moore using link stitch binding, which allows the book to open flat.  Ideal for all you writers and doodlers out there.

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ORIGAMI 101

Learn the basics of this portable and cheap hobby from Andrew Anselmo.  He’ll teach you how to reach origami diagrams and make some 3D art while you’re there.

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BUSINESS MARKETING TIPS FOR ARTISTS AND CRAFTERS with EMILY WORDEN

Have a hobby you could potentially make some $$ on?  Emily Worden is here to help you to help yourself!  Learn about writing press releases, social media strategies and general tips on getting started.

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TAKING BETTER PICTURES WITH ANY CAMERA

Whether you’re using your cell or a DSLR, Edie Shimel is gonna help you look like you know what you’re doing.  This will also cover technical terminology and digital storing methods.  Prett-AY cool.