Seminars explore building and remodeling projects, outdoor spaces and gardens

The 23rd annual North Iowa Home and Landscaping Show, Friday, March 7, to Sunday, March 9, at the North Iowa Events Center in Mason City, features a diverse mix of North Iowa and southern Minnesotas best home improvement and landscaping businesses.

Nationally recognized home improvement expert Paul Ryan headlines an informative series of seminars at this years show.

Ryan is the host of several television shows on DIY Network, and has appeared on the Food Network, TLC and HGTV.

When not on television, Ryan works as a licensed contractor, certified home inspector and insurance adjustor in Minnesota.

Ryan will present Kitchen Remodeling Planning for the Best Outcome. Learn tips and techniques to help you get the most out of your project while saving time and money.

In this information-packed seminar, Ryan will unveil whats really involved in key aspects of your next remodel. Topics include plumbing, drywall installation and repair, flooring, tiling and general tools of the trade.

John Sjolinder, executive director of ISU Extension and Outreach for Cerro Gordo County, will provide area gardening enthusiasts with some tips on hardy but beautiful plants in The Weather Resistant Gardener.

Sjolinder will show you how to be prepared for Mother Natures weather extremes this summer. Sjolinder holds two degrees from Iowa State University and received his ISU Master Gardener certification in 2006. He is a popular speaker on plants, soils and turf management.

Shawn Davis joined Marquart Concrete Products last year. He is a popular speaker on designing attractive patios, walkways and driveways using pavers and stone.

Davis is a certified nursery professional and has been involved in the landscape industry since 1980. Before joining Marquart he owned his own landscape company for 14 years.

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