But he says the seminars will be anything but the typical parental lessons.
"The first rule is no pontification," Palfrey says. "These are not lectures; they are discussions. I've called the people leading the seminars facilitators as opposed to teachers."
Part of the motivation behind the idea is the opportunity to unite students and members of the House's vast SCR.
Hoffpauir says the seminars will be a good way for residents to bond with frequently "shy" SCR members.
And in addition, Palfrey says he hopes to rope in his friends in the Boston area with a broad spectrum of practical skills.
One of Palfrey's good pals, a "prize-winning car salesman" and professional oboist, is lined up for the car buying seminar.
He sys his dream seminar facilitators would be Click and Clack of NPR fame, though they have yet to answer his repeated messages.
Palfrey says he will not lead any of the seminars, but plans to participate actively.
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