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Community Knit Night – Tuesday, January 13, 2026

Jan 13, 2026 5:00PM—8:00PM

Marine Mills Folk School 550 PINE ST MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

***This event requires NO registration! ***NEW!  TWO TIME SLOTS TO CHOOSE FROM! To meet high level of interest and keep group sizes small, we are now offering two time slots to choose from for each knit night: 5:00-6:30pm  or 6:30-8:00pm Please come to whichever session fits best into your schedule. Come as you are and…

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West African Drumming Ensemble – SINGLE SESSION – Friday January 16, 2026

Jan 16, 2026 4:30PM—6:00PM

Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5TH ST, Marine On Saint Croix, MN 55047

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**Please note – you are registering for a SINGLE SESSION on January 16, 2026. If you prefer to register for the full class series, the classes are at a discounted rate of $10 each.  You can find the FULL SERIES registration under the class listings for January 9, 2026. Expand knowledge of hand-drumming techniques for…

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A Medicinal Winter Drink: Chaga Chai – Saturday, January 17, 2026

Jan 17, 2026 10:00AM—1:00PM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

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Our northern winters call for something warm and soothing—and a cup of chaga chai might be just the answer for your winter wellness. Chaga, a medicinal mushroom that grows on birch trees in northern forests, has been used in folk medicine around the world. As one of the best-tasting medicinal mushrooms, it makes a perfect…

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Calligraphy: Art of Beautiful Writing Series – 3 Saturdays: January 17, 24, and 31, 2026

Jan 17, 2026 10:00AM—12:30PM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON ST CROIX, MN 55047

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This class goes beyond the basics, focusing on creative calligraphy projects to help you build skill and confidence. Beginners will start at their own level, learning the fundamentals of calligraphy—including how to form the alphabet—before moving into project work. ** Please note that this class meets for three Saturdays in January: January 17, 2026 January 24, 2026…

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House Wall Vase – Saturday, January 17, 2026

Jan 17, 2026 9:30AM—12:30PM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

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In this class, students will create a wall-hanging vase in the shape of a house. Each artist will personalize their piece by stamping designs into the clay and choosing a glaze color for their finished work. Peg will take the clay houses home to fire in her kiln, and participants will receive their beautifully glazed…

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Slow Flow Soma Yoga – SINGLE SESSION – Saturday, January, 17, 2026

Jan 17, 2026 10:30AM—11:30AM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

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**Please note – you are registering for a SINGLE SESSION on January 17, 2026. This class combines gentle somatic movement to release tension patterns with breathwork to calm the nervous system and enhance mobility. Participants will explore variations of poses to discover the asanas that best support their individual bodies and movement needs. Drop-ins welcome. …

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Family Clogging for Beginners – Saturday, January 17 and 24, 2026

Jan 17, 2026 9:30AM—10:30AM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

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Clogging is a lively, percussive American dance form that’s fun for all ages! In this class, you’ll learn the basic steps and a few easy routines. By the end, you’ll be able to dance along to your favorite songs at home and show off your double toe steps to friends and family. This is a…

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Solve it – Secret Box Workshop – Saturday, January 17, 2026

Jan 17, 2026 10:00AM—2:00PM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

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This beginner-friendly class introduces students to the art of creating unique wooden boxes inspired by traditional eastern techniques. Through hands-on learning, students will explore how to design and assemble intricate sliding mechanisms that unlock hidden compartments. What You will Learn in a 3-4 hour class: Box Construction Basics: Build a sturdy box-in-box framework as the…

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Community Bridge Club – Saturday, January 17, 2026

Jan 17, 2026 9:00AM—11:30AM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

*** This event requires NO registration *** Join a relaxed group of bridge players to play and learn more. With bridge, you never stop learning, and this group is a great place to continue the process. Cards and score pads will be provided by group leaders Melinda and Jared Hoke. Cards and score pads will…

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Inkle Loom Band Weaving: Turned Krokbragd – Saturday, January 17, 2026

Jan 17, 2026 10:00AM—4:00PM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

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In this class, students learn how to read a Turned Krokbragd chart and weave a cotton band using three groups of heddles. Unlike plain weave patterns, which utilize only 2 sheds (up and down), Krokbragd patterns utilize 3 sheds and so require additional setup and manipulation of warp threads. If you have taken Beth’s Introduction To…

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Community Knit Night – Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Jan 20, 2026 5:00PM—8:00PM

Marine Mills Folk School 550 PINE ST MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

***This event requires NO registration! ***NEW!  TWO TIME SLOTS TO CHOOSE FROM! To meet high level of interest and keep group sizes small, we are now offering two time slots to choose from for each knit night: 5:00-6:30pm  or 6:30-8:00pm Please come to whichever session fits best into your schedule. Come as you are and…

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Community Bridge Club – Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Jan 20, 2026 5:30PM—8:00PM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

*** This event requires NO registration *** Join a relaxed group of bridge players to play and learn more. With bridge, you never stop learning, and this group is a great place to continue the process. Cards and score pads will be provided by the group leader. Bring your notes if you have them. A…

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Intermediate West African Drumming Full Series – Thursdays: January 22, 29, February 12, and 26, 2026

Jan 22, 2026 7:00PM—8:30PM

Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5TH ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

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Intermediate West African Drumming is intended for drumming students who wish to challenge themselves with more difficult rhythms and with a quicker pace of instruction. When you sign up for the Advanced West African Drumming Series, you will be registered for 4 drumming sessions with no obligation to attend every session. The series will meet…

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Intermediate West African Drumming – SINGLE SESSION – Thursday January 22, 2026

Jan 22, 2026 7:00PM—8:30PM

Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5TH ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

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**Please note – you are registering for a SINGLE SESSION on January 22, 2026. If you prefer to register for the full class series, the classes are at a discounted rate of $10 each.  You can find the FULL SERIES registration under the class listings for January 22, 2026. Intermediate West African Drumming is intended…

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West African Drumming Ensemble – SINGLE SESSION – Friday January 23, 2026

Jan 23, 2026 4:30PM—6:00PM

Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5TH ST, Marine On Saint Croix, MN 55047

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  **Please note – you are registering for a SINGLE SESSION on January 23, 2026. If you prefer to register for the full class series, the classes are at a discounted rate of $10 each.  You can find the FULL SERIES registration under the class listings for January 9, 2026. Expand knowledge of hand-drumming techniques…

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Copper Foil Stained Glass Window (Ages 12+) – Saturday, January 24, 2026

Jan 24, 2026 10:00AM—4:30PM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

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Learn the art of stained glass design and building with John Hanson, owner of Longfellow Soap Company, who has been designing, making, repairing, and restoring antique stained glass windows for 23 years. All tools and materials will be provided and each student will take home a small window.  You will learn how to make, cut, and…

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Challenge Yourself Series: Jogless Fair Isle Knitting – Saturday, January 24, 2026

Jan 24, 2026 10:30AM—1:30PM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

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Knitting stranded colorwork is like painting with yarn! Most knitters agree it’s easier to work stranded colorwork in the round than flat—but there’s one pesky challenge: that little jog where one round ends and the next begins. The jog happens because knitting in the round forms a continuous spiral—but now there’s a clever way to…

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Hand-Sewing Cathedral Windows – Saturday, January 24, 2026

Jan 24, 2026 9:30AM—12:30PM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

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Learn the art of hand-sewing Cathedral Windows with textile artist Kirsten Aune. In this class, you will explore this timeless quilting technique using your own fabrics or those provided by Kirsten. She will guide you step-by-step through the process, helping you blend traditional craftsmanship with your own personal style. With this hands-on and encouraging approach,…

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Polish Cuisine: Pierogi and Uszka – Saturday, January 24, 2026

Jan 24, 2026 10:00AM—1:00PM

Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5TH ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

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Step into the heart of Polish home cooking with this hands-on class dedicated to two of the country’s most beloved dumplings: pierogi and uszka. You’ll learn dough-making techniques, create classic fillings like sauerkraut and mushroom, and practice folding and cooking methods—from boiling to pan-frying—and how to serve them beautifully. Along the way, we’ll explore the…

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Slow Flow Soma Yoga – SINGLE SESSION – Saturday, January, 24, 2026

Jan 24, 2026 10:30AM—11:30AM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

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**Please note – you are registering for a SINGLE SESSION on January 24, 2026. This class combines gentle somatic movement to release tension patterns with breathwork to calm the nervous system and enhance mobility. Participants will explore variations of poses to discover the asanas that best support their individual bodies and movement needs. Drop-ins welcome. …

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Community Knit Night – Tuesday, January 27, 2026

Jan 27, 2026 5:00PM—8:00PM

Marine Mills Folk School 550 PINE ST MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

***This event requires NO registration! ***NEW!  TWO TIME SLOTS TO CHOOSE FROM! To meet high level of interest and keep group sizes small, we are now offering two time slots to choose from for each knit night: 5:00-6:30pm  or 6:30-8:00pm Please come to whichever session fits best into your schedule. Come as you are and…

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Intermediate West African Drumming – SINGLE SESSION – Thursday January 29, 2026

Jan 29, 2026 7:00PM—8:30PM

Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5TH ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

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**Please note – you are registering for a SINGLE SESSION on January 29, 2026. If you prefer to register for the full class series, the classes are at a discounted rate of $10 each.  You can find the FULL SERIES registration under the class listings for January 22, 2026. Intermediate West African Drumming is intended…

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Past | Archive

Community Bluegrass Jam Session (All Ages) – Saturday, January 10, 2026

Jan 10, 2026 10:00AM—1:00PM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

Community Open Carving Session – Saturday, January 10, 2026

Jan 10, 2026 10:00AM—12:00PM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

Beginning Crop Art – Saturday, January 10, 2026

Jan 10, 2026 9:00AM—12:00PM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON ST CROIX, MN 55047

Herbal Remedies: Herbal Salve Make and Take – Saturday, January 10, 2026

Jan 10, 2026 11:00AM—2:00PM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

Song Circle (Intergenerational) – Saturday, January 10, 2026

Jan 10, 2026 11:00AM—12:30PM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

Slow Flow Soma Yoga – SINGLE SESSION – Saturday, January, 10, 2026

Jan 10, 2026 10:30AM—11:30AM

Marine Mills Folk School 550 PINE ST MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047