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Wood-Fired Pizza and Flatbreads – Saturday, April 5, 2025
Apr 05, 2025 9:00AM—12:00PM
Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5TH ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
Pizza — it’s everybody’s favorite! In this class, you’ll learn a versatile pizza dough recipe and try out assorted toppings with instructors Bryce Johnson and Ross Safford. We’ll make and bake other flatbreads, all in a wood-fired pizza oven. If you have a pizza oven, you’ll learn new tricks. We’ll also give you tips on baking pizza…
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Herbal Remedies: Elderberry Syrup and Herbs for Winter Health – Saturday, February 22, 2025
Feb 22, 2025 11:00AM—1:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine St., Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
Come join local herbalist Heather Mashuga for a hands-on elderberry syrup-making class. Elderberry syrup is a must-have, especially through the colder months! Elderberries are known for their immune-boosting and anti-viral properties. They reduce the duration of colds and flus, as well as the symptoms experienced. They are also packed full of other benefits like clearing mucous, reducing…
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A Medicinal Winter Drink: Chaga Chai – Saturday, January 18
Jan 18, 2025 10:00AM—12:30PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine St., Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
Our Northern winters certainly call for something warm to sip on and a delicious soothing cup of chaga chai may just be the answer for winter wellness! Chaga grows on birch trees in northern forests and has been used in for medicine for its many health benefits. Today it is in the spotlight for the…
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Herbal Remedies: Make Elderberry Syrup – Saturday, December 14, 2024
Dec 14, 2024 11:00AM—1:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine St., Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
Come join local herbalist Heather Mashuga for a hands-on elderberry syrup-making class. Elderberry syrup is a must-have, especially through the colder months! Elderberries are known for their immune-boosting and anti-viral properties. They reduce the duration of colds and flus, as well as the symptoms experienced. They are also packed full of other benefits like clearing mucous, reducing…
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Learn to Make Kransekake – December 7, 2024 (FULL)
Dec 07, 2024 9:00AM—12:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School - Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5th St., Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
Learn the Scandinavian art of making Kransekake just in time for the holidays. Both Denmark and Norway claim Kransekage (Danish) and Kransekake (Norwegian) as their own. With a nod to both countries, Laurelei will walk you through the steps to create a beautiful 18-ring cake that is typically created for weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, baptisms, Christmas,…
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Create, Connect, Age Well, Dip and Decorate Christmas Cookies, Thursday, December 5, 2024 (FULL)
Dec 05, 2024 9:30AM—12:00PM
Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5th Street, Marine On Saint Croix, MN 55047
Create, Connect, Age Well Presents: Dip and Decorate Christmas Cookies with Gemma! Join Gemma Lockrem at Christ Lutheran Church as she teaches you how to decorate cookies for Christmas. Gemma is a passionate cook, when she is not teaching at MMFS, she is doing demonstrations for Nordic Ware. She has so many tricks to teach…
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Sourdough from Start to Finish – Friday and Saturday, October 25 and 26, 2024
Oct 25, 2024 6:30PM—8:30PM
Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5th Street, Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
Learn the secrets of sourdough bread. This is an eight-hour class, starting Friday evening and picking up again on Saturday. Students are encouraged to come on Friday to get a sneak preview and help us start the fermentation. On Saturday, master breadmakers Bryce Johnson and Ross Safford will take you through the steps of making bread…
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Asian Spring Rolls, August 3, 2024
Aug 03, 2024 10:30AM—1:30PM
Christ Lutheran Church, 150 Fifth Street, Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
Ever wonder what the difference is between Egg Rolls and Spring rolls? Now is your chance to learn all about Spring Rolls!!! Generally, spring rolls are a traditional Asian food, while egg rolls were invented in the U.S. and are inspired by Chinese cuisine. Egg rolls are often larger than spring rolls, measuring 1–2 inches…
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Easy Home Coffee Roasting (Ages 16+) June 15, 2024
Jun 15, 2024 10:00AM—12:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School 550 Pine St. Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
Think roasting coffee at home is tough? Think again! In this class, we’ll show you how to turn green beans into aromatic masterpieces. And guess what? We’re doing it with an air popper you might find in your grandma’s attic. (We’ll taste some coffee too!) Ever wondered why coffee from different places tastes, well, different?…
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Mini Desserts: Big Flavors – June 15, 2024
Jun 15, 2024 10:00AM—1:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School 550 Pine Street Marine on St. Croix, MN 55115
In this mini dessert class you will learn the art of making small treats with delectable flavors, perfect for any occasion. You will start by making petite cheesecakes with fresh fruit toppings of your choice. In addition, Gemma will guide you through making delicious brownie bites dipped in creamy white chocolate. Finally, you will learn…
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What Do I Do With All This Rhubarb? (All Ages) May 18, 2024
May 18, 2024 9:30AM—12:30PM
Christ Lutheran Church
150 5th St.
Marine on St. Croix, MN 55047
Come and learn how to preserve rhubarb by making jam, syrups, conserves, and sauces. We’ll learn how to properly freeze and use your fruit in the depths of winter when you just want something summery to eat. Students will make rhubarb jam, rhubarb syrup, and a rhubarb conserve in class and receive a recipe book to use…
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(Waitlist) Eggrolls Two Ways: Steamed & Fried – May 4, 2024
May 04, 2024 10:30AM—1:30PM
Christ Lutheran Church 150 5th Street, Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
Students will learn how to make two versions of eggrolls with Mandora Young, who was born in Laos and grew up making many traditional Hmong recipes with her mother. Students will have the option of making eggrolls with a deep-fried flour wrap or a healthier version in which the ingredients are wrapped in a napa cabbage leaf and steamed. Students will…
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Wood-Fired Pizza and Flatbreads – Saturday, April 5, 2025
Apr 05, 2025 9:00AM—12:00PM
Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5TH ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
Pizza — it’s everybody’s favorite! In this class, you’ll learn a versatile pizza dough recipe and try out assorted toppings with instructors Bryce Johnson and Ross Safford. We’ll make and bake other flatbreads, all in a wood-fired pizza oven. If you have a pizza oven, you’ll learn new tricks. We’ll also give you tips on baking pizza…
View MoreHerbal Remedies: Elderberry Syrup and Herbs for Winter Health – Saturday, February 22, 2025
Feb 22, 2025 11:00AM—1:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine St., Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
Come join local herbalist Heather Mashuga for a hands-on elderberry syrup-making class. Elderberry syrup is a must-have, especially through the colder months! Elderberries are known for their immune-boosting and anti-viral properties. They reduce the duration of colds and flus, as well as the symptoms experienced. They are also packed full of other benefits like clearing mucous, reducing…
View MoreA Medicinal Winter Drink: Chaga Chai – Saturday, January 18
Jan 18, 2025 10:00AM—12:30PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine St., Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
Our Northern winters certainly call for something warm to sip on and a delicious soothing cup of chaga chai may just be the answer for winter wellness! Chaga grows on birch trees in northern forests and has been used in for medicine for its many health benefits. Today it is in the spotlight for the…
View MoreHerbal Remedies: Make Elderberry Syrup – Saturday, December 14, 2024
Dec 14, 2024 11:00AM—1:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine St., Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
Come join local herbalist Heather Mashuga for a hands-on elderberry syrup-making class. Elderberry syrup is a must-have, especially through the colder months! Elderberries are known for their immune-boosting and anti-viral properties. They reduce the duration of colds and flus, as well as the symptoms experienced. They are also packed full of other benefits like clearing mucous, reducing…
View MoreLearn to Make Kransekake – December 7, 2024 (FULL)
Dec 07, 2024 9:00AM—12:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School - Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5th St., Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
Learn the Scandinavian art of making Kransekake just in time for the holidays. Both Denmark and Norway claim Kransekage (Danish) and Kransekake (Norwegian) as their own. With a nod to both countries, Laurelei will walk you through the steps to create a beautiful 18-ring cake that is typically created for weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, baptisms, Christmas,…
View MoreCreate, Connect, Age Well, Dip and Decorate Christmas Cookies, Thursday, December 5, 2024 (FULL)
Dec 05, 2024 9:30AM—12:00PM
Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5th Street, Marine On Saint Croix, MN 55047
Create, Connect, Age Well Presents: Dip and Decorate Christmas Cookies with Gemma! Join Gemma Lockrem at Christ Lutheran Church as she teaches you how to decorate cookies for Christmas. Gemma is a passionate cook, when she is not teaching at MMFS, she is doing demonstrations for Nordic Ware. She has so many tricks to teach…
View MoreSourdough from Start to Finish – Friday and Saturday, October 25 and 26, 2024
Oct 25, 2024 6:30PM—8:30PM
Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5th Street, Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
Learn the secrets of sourdough bread. This is an eight-hour class, starting Friday evening and picking up again on Saturday. Students are encouraged to come on Friday to get a sneak preview and help us start the fermentation. On Saturday, master breadmakers Bryce Johnson and Ross Safford will take you through the steps of making bread…
View MoreAsian Spring Rolls, August 3, 2024
Aug 03, 2024 10:30AM—1:30PM
Christ Lutheran Church, 150 Fifth Street, Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
Ever wonder what the difference is between Egg Rolls and Spring rolls? Now is your chance to learn all about Spring Rolls!!! Generally, spring rolls are a traditional Asian food, while egg rolls were invented in the U.S. and are inspired by Chinese cuisine. Egg rolls are often larger than spring rolls, measuring 1–2 inches…
View MoreEasy Home Coffee Roasting (Ages 16+) June 15, 2024
Jun 15, 2024 10:00AM—12:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School 550 Pine St. Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
Think roasting coffee at home is tough? Think again! In this class, we’ll show you how to turn green beans into aromatic masterpieces. And guess what? We’re doing it with an air popper you might find in your grandma’s attic. (We’ll taste some coffee too!) Ever wondered why coffee from different places tastes, well, different?…
View MoreMini Desserts: Big Flavors – June 15, 2024
Jun 15, 2024 10:00AM—1:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School 550 Pine Street Marine on St. Croix, MN 55115
In this mini dessert class you will learn the art of making small treats with delectable flavors, perfect for any occasion. You will start by making petite cheesecakes with fresh fruit toppings of your choice. In addition, Gemma will guide you through making delicious brownie bites dipped in creamy white chocolate. Finally, you will learn…
View MoreWhat Do I Do With All This Rhubarb? (All Ages) May 18, 2024
May 18, 2024 9:30AM—12:30PM
Christ Lutheran Church 150 5th St. Marine on St. Croix, MN 55047
Come and learn how to preserve rhubarb by making jam, syrups, conserves, and sauces. We’ll learn how to properly freeze and use your fruit in the depths of winter when you just want something summery to eat. Students will make rhubarb jam, rhubarb syrup, and a rhubarb conserve in class and receive a recipe book to use…
View More(Waitlist) Eggrolls Two Ways: Steamed & Fried – May 4, 2024
May 04, 2024 10:30AM—1:30PM
Christ Lutheran Church 150 5th Street, Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
Students will learn how to make two versions of eggrolls with Mandora Young, who was born in Laos and grew up making many traditional Hmong recipes with her mother. Students will have the option of making eggrolls with a deep-fried flour wrap or a healthier version in which the ingredients are wrapped in a napa cabbage leaf and steamed. Students will…
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