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BIPOC Intro to Tools: Home Repair Toolkit - $60

  • ReBuilding Center 3625 N Mississippi Ave Portland, OR, 97227 United States (map)

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All students must show proof of COVID-19 vaccination.

As of March 12, 2022, masks are no longer required but are strongly recommended for protection against inhaling sawdust.


This class is for the BIPOC community only.

What is a BIPOC student? Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) are anyone who identifies as Black, Native American, Native Hawaiian, Alaskan Native, Desi, Asian, Pacific Islander, Chicanx or Latinx.

Can non-BIPOC folks still sign up for BIPOC classes? No, but please check our calendar for other available classes.

Isn't this racist? Good question! No, in fact it's actually an anti-racist practice to create space for BIPOC folks to learn about carpentry and home repair in a space where they are centered. We have many other classes for our white friends and community members to choose from.


CLASS DESCRIPTION

Have you ever wondered what essential tools are useful around the house, or maybe you've been curious about what to do with some of the tools you already own? This is the class for you!

Join us for a hands-on and skill-building tour around a toolbox. You'll get a chance to try out some tools like drills and drivers, practice better hammering techniques, learn how to use tools like levels and clamps, and discover more about measuring tapes than you ever knew was possible. Great for both homeowners and renters!

This is a skills-based class where you will learn how to use tools but you will not make a project to take home.

Topics covered: 

  • Measuring and marking, including secrets of measuring tapes and speed squares

  • Grabbing, holding, and securing material with pliers and clamps

  • Using screwdrivers effectively, and when to use screws

  • Using hammers effectively, and when to use nails

  • How to cut material safely using hand saws and utility knives

  • Much more!

Skill level: This class is great for beginners ages 18 and over

Class Schedule: Class will run for 2.5 hours and no breaks are planned


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Questions? Email us at education@rebuildingcenter.org

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