Create, Connect, Age Well – Making Paper Moravian Stars

Using narrow strips of paper, learn how to fold beautiful three dimensional stars. The tradition started in the 1800’s by a Moravian math teacher, as a way to teach his students about geometry. Students will follow specific, clear directions to make one or more stars and attach a hanger. Paper and hanger options will be explored.

The class is limited to a small number of students. If you are interested, we recommend registering as soon as possible.

Your instructor will provide the following:

• Colorful paper strips

• A wire “needle” made by the instructor for threading a hanger

• The Origami Resource Center directions for making Moravian stars.

Skill Level  
No experience needed.

What is Create, Connect, Age Well all about?
People are living longer than ever and the world continues to change at an increasingly fast pace. Marine Mills Folk School recognizes how challenging it is to stay physically, mentally and socially strong in this environment. Create, Connect, Age Well is a folk school experience that helps adults thrive in the 21st century. Try something new. Build skills. Be creative. Connect with others looking to live long!

Each Create, Connect, Age Well session includes:
•    An instructor-led Folk School learning experience
•    Social connection and reflection time
•    Coffee, tea and snacks

Age Requirement:

Students ages 60 and older.  Do you want to participate but are not quite 60? Contact us at info@marinemillsfolkschool.org or 612-440-6295.

Location Details
Marine Mills Folk School
550 Pine St., Marine on St. Croix, MN 55047

Cost Details
Tuition: $30
Material Fee: $10
Total Cost: $40

NOTE:  Be aware we may cancel class if a minimum number of registrations is not reached. We work to balance a teacher’s need to plan for a class with students’ busy schedules — not an easy task. Please register as early as possible. If interested, you can find our cancellation policy here.

This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.