Community briefs published Friday, Aug. 7 - Helena Independent Record

Upcoming events 'Get Organized' workshops with author Deniece Schofield Did you know that it’s possible to have a neat house, happy kids and calm parents all at the same time. Did you know that you can get organized without having to get rid of everything. Did you know that you can get rid of all those floating scraps of paper. Deniece Schofield, author of five books on home management and organization, will be in the Helena area to tell you how. Publishers Weekly said, “Deniece Schofield seems to be the most organized person on earth. Schofield readily admits that she was once a disorganized person, suffering from a chronic case of cluttered closets and negative attitudes. She tried and retried various techniques, refined and adapted numerous strategies, and eventually came up with solutions that let her handle home management while giving her time and freedom to enjoy other activities. In the workshop, Schofield will share what she learned from her experience. • Hundreds of no nag ways to have a neat house, happy kids and calm parents -- all at the same time. • How to eliminate all scraps of floating paper. • Household hints and ideas for more efficient use of your space and time. You’ve probably seen Schofield on. Source: helenair.com