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Workshops on demand - Read the descriptions below for workshops that are ready-to-go on demand.  Or, request a talk for your group and you pick the topic.  Call or email for rates.

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Clutterbugs Anonymous - A Support Group for the Disorganized.   Feel overwhelmed by clutter? Don’t know where to start? Or do you organize an area only to have it fall apart over the next few weeks? You’re not alone! Clutterbugs Anonymous is just for you - Finally, a support group for the disorganized!

Many individuals would like to hire a Professional Organizer, but cannot afford to. Through Clutterbugs Anonymous, you get an Organizer’s professional, personal advice for your specific project; guidance, support and prodding to tackle the clutter; and the comfort of knowing that you’re not alone.

Share your story and get the guidance and encouragement you need to start getting organized in this two-part class. Go home and put the 6-step plan into action and report back in the second class. Share your successes and get suggestions for your tough spots.

Desktop Organizing Workshop - Handling Paper in the Office.  It is nearly

• deal with desktop papers, in-box and electronic files,
• coordinate your calendar, paper and to-do list,
• develop a paper flow,
• have information at your fingertips,
• make a simple (yes simple!) tickler system.

Get tips and ideas and then select what works best for you.  You're sure to save a slice of time and find your desktop again!

Organizing 101 Workshop - Getting Started with Time Management.  Having trouble finding the time to do the things you want to do? Always putting out fires? Late? Double-booked? Overwhelmed? Discover how to identify your priorities so you can focus on what’s really important. Get ideas for how to say "no" to yet another project. Find out how to break things down so you can get things done. Learn how making a perpetual list can save you time. We’ll discuss different methods and tips so you can choose the ones that work for you.

Organizing 102 Workshop - Take Control - Household paper management.  Do you waste time trying to find papers? Do you have paper piles? Learn how to set up 3 simple systems to house and process household paperwork.  Get tips on dealing with the mail.  Find out where to go online for retention guidelines (how long to keep what).  Learn the 6 sorts that help you quickly deal with paper piles.  What are 4 things you can do to reduce the volume coming in?  What are the 4 D's?  What is the Teaspoon Method?  Get the answers to these and your paper-clutter questions in this workshop.

An "Action Bin" will be available for purchase following the class for those who are interested.  

Organizing 102 Workshop - Take Control - Household paper management. Part 2 for Procrastinators (Optional)  If you’re a procrastinator, this class is for you! It holds you accountable by having you return to the group to share your organizing results after applying what you learned in the Take Control class. Ask questions you need to finish setting up your paper management system. Learn from others and get some additional tips, too! (Organizing 102 is a pre-requisite.)

Organizing 103 Workshop - Less Mess = Less Stress - Household Clutter Management.  Getting organized is about having a place for everything and keeping everything in its place. Learn the simple Steps to FREEDOM to free yourself from clutter.  Get tips like how to use a clutter carton and banish box.  Do you just have too much stuff? Take control with the GUTS method. We’ll look at organizing products and answer questions about your problem spots. It takes time and money to maintain your stuff – can you afford not to do something about it?

When & Where:  

Organizing 102 and 103 & Clutterbugs Anonymous

EG - Elm Grove Park and Recreation Department 262-782-6700.

FR - Franklin Community Education and Recreation 414-423-4646.

GD - Greendale Park and Recreation Department  414-423-2790. 

GF - Greenfield Park and Recreation Department  414-329-5370.

MF - Menomonee Falls Park and Recreation Department 262-255-8460.

NB - New Berlin Park and Recreation Department 262-797-2443.

OC - Oak Creek-Franklin Joint School District 414-768-6163.

WA – West Allis - West Milwaukee Recreation Department 414-604-4900.

WF - Waterford Recreation Department 262-514-8300. 

WK - Waukesha Recreation Department 262-524-3737.

WW - Wauwatosa Park and Recreation Department 414-773-2900.

Cost:  The cost for the workshops differs between the organizations and your resident status.  They generally run $20-$30 each (two-part class may be higher).  Contact the appropriate Park & Recreation office.

How do I register?  Each Park & Recreation office has their own registration process.  Contact the Park and Recreation offices at the numbers above to find out how to register.

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