Current & Upcoming
Community Song Circle (All Ages) July 27, 2024
Jul 27, 2024 11:00AM—12:30PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine Street, Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
RegisterLia Falls and Barbara McAfee will lead and teach simple songs, in the aural tradition (no lyric sheets or music to read). All are welcome, whether or not you think of yourself as a singer! We will sing songs that celebrate Nature, and being Human; songs that bring us together in the magic and medicine of…
View MorePaint and Carve a Sgraffito Vase – July 27, 2024
Jul 27, 2024 10:00AM—1:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine Street, Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
RegisterJoin potter Kim Burnham of Imokim Pottery to try out decorating a ceramic vase with carved and decorated details. Students will have the opportunity to sketch out their own designs or use a provided template. Kim will throw a selection of bud vases before class and then share tips and tricks for adding simple…
View MoreLearn to Paint Roses with Alcohol Ink, July 27, 2024
Jul 27, 2024 10:30AM—12:30PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine Street, Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
RegisterHave you ever wanted to try your hand at Abstract Art that is fun and colorful? Alcohol Ink (AI) is a new painting technique that just screams ABSTRACT. With so many different techniques, AI will soon become a favorite medium. To make these beautiful roses, you will be using a hairdryer to move the alcohol…
View MoreCarve a Kuksa – Saturday and Sunday, July 27 and 28, 2024
Jul 27, 2024 9:00AM—5:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School 550 Pine Street Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
RegisterKuksa carving is an Old World tradition that has a rich history in Scandinavia. Not only will Alex teach you to make your own kuksa, but he will be giving you insight into how he makes his own and develops his designs. In this course, you will be fully immersed in the world of kuksa carving…
View MoreCommunity Bridge Club (All Ages) July 30, 2024 – Tuesday Evening
Jul 30, 2024 6:00PM—8:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine Street, Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
Register***Please register if you plan to attend Bridge Club so the host knows you’re coming. *** Community Bridge Club is ongoing and welcomes players with minimal to experienced knowledge of the game. There is no official instruction, however, everyone is friendly, helpful to one another and enjoys playing bridge in a very relaxed atmosphere. Players gather…
View MoreCopper Foil Stained Glass Window (Ages 12+) August 3, 2024
Aug 03, 2024 10:00AM—3:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine Street, Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
RegisterLearn 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…
View MoreWeaving on a Loom – August 3, 2024
Aug 03, 2024 9:00AM—2:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine Street, Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
RegisterThis rigid heddle loom class is designed for any level weaver! Your guide is Lisa Peterson, weaver extraordinaire. You will complete a table runner or set of coasters, learning how to create patterns using color, fiber texture, and a few simple techniques. We may even find some truly natural fibers to incorporate into your weaving…
View MoreFamily Spoon Carving (Ages 15+), August 3, 2024
Aug 03, 2024 9:00AM—1:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine Street, Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
RegisterThis class is designed for you and your daughter or son to learn the basics of spoon carving together. Join us for a 4 hour introduction to the craft of greenwood spoon carving. You will finish the class with your own hand carved serving spoon. For the first part of class we will study safety,…
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
RegisterEver 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 MoreWalking into the Woods with Rosie Peters: A Poetry Cohort (Session 7 of 11)
Aug 08, 2024 6:00PM—8:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine Street, Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
RegisterPhoto Credit: Ne-Dah-Ness-Rose-Greene Registration is required. Bravely embark on a new poetry venture led by author, activist, and storyteller Rosetta “Rosie” Peters. Limited to 12 participants, the cohort will commit to a five-month process of figuratively and metaphorically “walking into the woods” together, exploring grief, trauma, our inner lives, and more through poetry. Sherman Alexie…
View MoreBoro Mending with Sashiko Stitches (Ages 10+) August 10, 2024
Aug 10, 2024 9:00AM—12:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine Street, Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
RegisterBoro is derived from the Japanese term ‘Boroboro’ which means something tattered or repaired. In this class, you will learn the ancient and gentle Japanese art of Boro using simple Sashiko stitches. In Boro, mending isn’t meant to be invisible. Part of the beauty of the final product is in the visibility of the process…
View MoreCreate a Barn/Hex Sign – August 10, 2024
Aug 10, 2024 9:30AM—2:30PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine St, Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
RegisterBarn signs or ‘hex signs’ are mostly known today for their decorative purposes, but some believe they were painted by Pennsylvania Dutch farmers to ward off evil spirits or storms, or to bestow blessings and protections on the farm family. Using bright colors and often incorporating a star pattern, these beautiful designs were originally…
View MoreCommunity Open Carving Session – August 10, 2024
Aug 10, 2024 10:00AM—12:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine Street, Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
Register*** Please register for this event so we know how many people to expect. Walk-ins are also welcome! *** Calling all wood carvers! Join us in creating a local community of carvers, to share knowledge, help each other, and make friends with other woodcarving artists. Free to anyone who is interested! Local carver, Kara…
View MoreCommunity Bluegrass Jam Session (All Ages) August 10, 2024
Aug 10, 2024 10:00AM—1:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine Street, Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
Register***This event requires NO registration! However, you can enter your information if you would like us to know you’re coming. *** An essential skill of bluegrass music is the ability to take part in informal playing situations, also known as a “jam session.” Participants arrange themselves in a circle, choose a song from a common repertoire,…
View MoreIntro to Welding: Create a Garden Sculpture – August 10, 2024
Aug 10, 2024 10:00AM—2:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine Street, Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
RegisterThis class will introduce you to welding as you create a stone and metal sculpture suitable for your garden or patio. TIG welding uses an inert gas and bonds metal to metal without a wire feed or rods or sticks, and is typically used for thinner materials such as pipe welding or where appearance is important. …
View MoreCreate, Connect, Age Well – Session 3: Happy Houseplants – Thursday, August 15, 2024
Aug 15, 2024 9:30AM—12:00PM
Christ Lutheran Church 150 5th Street Marine on St. Croix, MN 55047
RegisterCreate, Connect, Age Well 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 new folk school experience that helps aging adults thrive…
View MorePolymer Clay Gold Accented Trinket Dish (Ages 10+) August 17, 2024
Aug 17, 2024 11:00AM—2:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine Street, Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
RegisterIn this class, you will learn the basics of working with polymer clay, and at least two techniques for creating a design in the slab. You will leave with a one-of-a-kind dish for trinkets and jewelry! Use any colors you want to create a “watercolor” or confetti slab. You will cut the slab and cure…
View MoreHerbal Remedies: A Foraging Walk (All Ages) August 17, 2024
Aug 17, 2024 11:00AM—1:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine Street, Marine on St. Croix, MN 55047
RegisterJoin local herbalist Heather Mashuga on a leisurely walk through the woods, noticing and admiring the multitudes of wildflowers and plants. Discover how to learn to use these plant allies to provide nourishment and healing. Herbal medicine focuses on herbs to prevent and treat illness and promote health and has been used for centuries…
View MoreMushroom Foraging with Carson (Ages 10+) August 17, 2024
Aug 17, 2024 9:00AM—12:30PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine Street, Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
RegisterJoin mushroom enthusiast Carson Gross for a mushroom walk and talk in the St. Croix Valley. Class will start with an overview of the basics of mushroom foraging and identification as well as discussion of how to forage ethically and mindfully. The class will then meet at a nearby location for a mycological walk…
View MoreRibbed Basket Basics – August 17 & 18, 2024
Aug 17, 2024 9:30AM—3:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine St. ,Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
RegisterLearn the basic rib basket-making techniques and take home your first Ribbed Egg Basket! Join Kirsten, a long-time instructor who will have you laughing and learning, she’ll help you ease into basket weaving with no stress, you’ll be amazed at how fast the time goes. You will learn rib basic basket-making techniques. Thoughts on this…
View MoreHave No Fear…The Axe is Here! (ages 16+) – August 17, 2024
Aug 17, 2024 9:00AM—5:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School 550 Pine St Marine On Saint Croix, MN 55047
RegisterWith skill and practice, an axe can remove an impressive amount of material with precision, allowing projects to progress quickly and leaving the finishing work for much smaller hand tools. In fact, many woodworkers consider the axe to be the most fun and efficient tool in the shop. But sometimes the use of an…
View MoreIntro to Metalsmithing: Stone Setting – August 17 and 18, 2024
Aug 17, 2024 10:00AM—5:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine Street, Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
RegisterIn this metalworking class, students will fabricate a bezel and set a stone to create a pendant or alternative piece of their choice. Along the way, students will also learn how to solder and pierce to create a metal design that complements the stone. This class will be a TWO DAY CLASS. August 17 from…
View More