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Community Open Carving Session – Saturday, December 13, 2025
Dec 13, 2025 10:00AM—12:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
*** This event requires NO registration! *** 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 Brian Keogh will lead each session, offering fellowship and help with problem-solving on any…
View MoreInkle Loom Band Weaving: Turned Krokbragd – Saturday, December 13, 2025
Dec 13, 2025 10:00AM—4:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
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…
View MoreHerbal Remedies: Elderberry Syrup and Herbs for Winter Health – Saturday, December 13, 2025
Dec 13, 2025 11:00AM—2:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT 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 MoreSoma Slow Flow Yoga – SINGLE SESSION – Saturday, December 13, 2025
Dec 13, 2025 10:30AM—11:30AM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
**Please note – you are registering for a SINGLE SESSION on December 13, 2025. Soma yoga is a very gentle and slow-paced practice to decrease tension in chronically tight areas, focusing on alignment and stability when finding our classic asanas (yoga poses). This is a great practice to “reset” our bodies for improved mobility, stability, and…
View MorePinecone Decor – Saturday, December 13, 2025
Dec 13, 2025 12:00PM—2:30PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
In this class, all materials will be provided for students to create three pine cones and a pine branch. The finished pieces can be arranged as a decorative display or hung on a door for a touch of handmade charm. A variety of wool colors and patterns will be available for students to choose from,…
View MoreKitchen Knife Knowhow: Keeping Your Knives Tip-Top – Saturday, December 13, 2025
Dec 13, 2025 10:00AM—4:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
Sharp knives are safe knives—easier to use, easier to control, and essential for efficient food preparation. In this class, you’ll learn how to improve your knife-sharpening skills and how to recognize when a blade needs just a quick touch-up versus a full regrind. Participants will explore edge geometry, knife steel types, and various sharpening methods…
View MoreLearn to Make Kransekake – Saturday, December 13, 2025
Dec 13, 2025 9:00AM—12:00PM
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 MoreCommunity Bridge Club – Saturday, December 13, 2025
Dec 13, 2025 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 the group leader. Bring your notes if you have them. A reminder notice will be…
View MoreCommunity Holiday Singalong – Friday, December 12, 2025
Dec 12, 2025 6:30PM—8:00PM
Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5TH ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
This event requires NO registration! Join us for a festive evening singalong of holiday favorites, from Jingle Bells to Silent Night, with accompaniment from the MMFS Bluegrass Jammers. This is a family-friendly event! No expertise needed, just a willingness to join others in song. Lyrics will be projected onto a screen for everyone to sing…
View MoreCommunity Knit Night – Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Dec 09, 2025 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…
View MoreCommunity Bluegrass Jam Session (All Ages) – Saturday, December 6, 2025
Dec 06, 2025 10:00AM—1:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
*** This event requires NO registration! *** 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, sing, accompany each other, and play solos. Often, they do this despite no previous rehearsal,…
View MoreCommunity Circular Sock Machine Crank-in – Saturday, December 6, 2025
Dec 06, 2025 9:30AM—3:30PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
We have Deb and Pete Oswald hosting a monthly Sock Machine Crank-in gathering at Marine Mills Folk School every first Saturday of the month! MMFS invites all of you “Crankers” to the Folk School beginning at 9:30 am to 3:30 pm. This will be a time for gathering like-minded Circular Sock Machine (CSM) enthusiasts who…
View MoreSoma Slow Flow Yoga – SINGLE SESSION – Saturday, December 6, 2025
Dec 06, 2025 10:30AM—11:30AM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
**Please note – you are registering for a SINGLE SESSION on December 6, 2025. Soma yoga is a very gentle and slow-paced practice to decrease tension in chronically tight areas, focusing on alignment and stability when finding our classic asanas (yoga poses). This is a great practice to “reset” our bodies for improved mobility, stability, and…
View More(Waitlist) Handcraft a Beautiful Holiday Wreath – Saturday, December 6, 2025 (morning session)
Dec 06, 2025 10:30AM—1:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON ST CROIX, MN 55047
Start your gift-giving season off right! Handcraft a beautiful holiday wreath with a great variety of fresh greenery and embellishments, then take home both your hand-designed wreath and the knowledge to make more. Invite your friends and family to join you for a fun, informative, and festive class guided by one of our most popular…
View MoreHandcraft a Beautiful Holiday Wreath – Saturday, December 6, 2025 (afternoon session)
Dec 06, 2025 2:00PM—4:30PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON ST CROIX, MN 55047
Start your gift-giving season off right! Handcraft a beautiful holiday wreath with a great variety of fresh greenery and embellishments, then take home both your hand-designed wreath and the knowledge to make more. Invite your friends and family to join you for a fun, informative, and festive class guided by one of our most popular…
View MoreCommunity Dare to Repair (All Ages) – Saturday, December 6, 2025
Dec 06, 2025 9:30AM—11:00AM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
***This event requires NO registration! Just come if you can and enjoy. Join us on a quest to rescue our goods from the landfill. On the first Saturday of the month, a community of repair-driven folks and learn how to restore items rather than throw them away. Drop in and stay for as long as…
View MoreGlitter Ornaments with Alcohol Ink – Saturday, December 6, 2025
Dec 06, 2025 2:30PM—4:30PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
Create four one-of-a-kind glass ornaments using alcohol ink and glitter—perfect for your Christmas tree or as handmade gifts. After preparing the ornaments, Kay will demonstrate a variety of alcohol ink techniques before guiding you in choosing your own colors and designs. Each ornament can match or feature a different color palette—it’s entirely up to you!…
View MoreWest African Drumming Ensemble SINGLE SESSION – Friday, December 5, 2025
Dec 05, 2025 4:30PM—6:00PM
Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5TH ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
**Please note – you are registering for a SINGLE SESSION on December 5, 2025. 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 October 3, 2025. Expand knowledge of hand-drumming techniques for…
View MoreCommunity Knit Night – Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Dec 02, 2025 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…
View MoreCommunity Bridge Club – Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Nov 25, 2025 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 leaders Melinda and Jared Hoke. Bring your notes if…
View MoreIntro to Talismanic Embroidery – Saturday, November 22, 2025
Nov 22, 2025 10:00AM—2:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON ST CROIX, MN 55047
Talismans are objects believed to be imbued with magical properties. They can guide, empower, and protect the user. This 4-hour Talismanic Embroidery class will delve into the rich history and intricate art of talismanic embroidery. The course is designed to provide a hands-on experience, allowing you to learn and practice various embroidery techniques to create…
View MoreEasy Home Coffee Roasting (Ages 16+) – Saturday, November 22, 2025
Nov 22, 2025 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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