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Community Knit Night
Mar 10, 2026 5:00PM—8:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
Come as you are and bring a knitting project — whether you’re in the middle of one, or have a project you’ve been meaning to start. If you don’t knit, bring your crochet, embroidery, spinning, or weaving. Find a new friend or meet up with an old one, and enjoy time working on a fiber…
View MoreCreate a Barn/Hex Sign
Mar 07, 2026 9:30AM—2:30PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
Barn 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 historically found…
View More(Waitlist) Make a Glove Basket – March 7 and 8, 2026
Mar 07, 2026 9:30AM—3:30PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 Pine St., Marine on St Croix, MN 55047
A glove basket! Or how about a mail basket, or a mitten basket! A simple yet functional basket that can be hung on the wall near your door to store whatever you need to keep track of. This is a great way to keep your items in the same place and ready when you need…
View MoreSoma Slow Flow Yoga – Spring Series: March and April
Mar 07, 2026 10:30AM—11:30AM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
Soma Slow Flow is a blend of Somatics (gentle movements) to unwind the body and asana/postures for mobility and strength. The slower pace allows yogis to find alignment, individual variation and create space within. We practice breathwork and then add breath to movement for energy flow, mobility and stability. This is an all levels class.…
View MoreSoma Slow Flow Yoga – Spring Series: SINGLE SESSION
Mar 07, 2026 10:30AM—11:30AM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
Soma Slow Flow is a blend of Somatics (gentle movements) to unwind the body and asana/postures for mobility and strength. The slower pace allows yogis to find alignment, individual variation and create space within. We practice breathwork and then add breath to movement for energy flow, mobility and stability. This is an all levels class.…
View MoreCommunity Dare to Repair
Mar 07, 2026 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 MoreCommunity Circular Sock Machine Crank-in
Mar 07, 2026 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 MoreWest African Drumming Ensemble – Spring FULL SERIES – March 6, 13, 20, 27; April 10, 17; May 1, 8, 15
Mar 06, 2026 4:30PM—6:00PM
Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5TH ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
*Please note – this registration page is for the full 10 class series. Classes take place March 6, 13, 20, 27; April 10, 17; May 1, 8, 15. If you register for the full series, the classes are at a discounted rate of $10 each. Alternatively, you have the option of registering for single sessions under…
View MoreWest African Drumming Ensemble SINGLE SESSION
Mar 06, 2026 4:30PM—6:00PM
Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5TH ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
Expand your knowledge of hand-drumming techniques across djembe and kpanlogo drums, bells, shakers, and stick drums. In this class, you’ll explore how layered rhythms come together to create rich musical conversations within traditional West African genres. *Please note – you are registering for a SINGLE SESSION on March 6, 2026. If you prefer to register for…
View MoreCommunity Knit Night
Mar 03, 2026 5:00PM—8:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
Come as you are and bring a knitting project — whether you’re in the middle of one, or have a project you’ve been meaning to start. If you don’t knit, bring your crochet, embroidery, spinning, or weaving. Find a new friend or meet up with an old one, and enjoy time working on a fiber…
View MoreIntroduction to Medicinal Mushrooms – Saturday, February 28, 2026
Feb 28, 2026 9:30AM—4:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
In this class, students will explore the medicinal properties of a variety of wild mushrooms and their extracts. Together, we’ll perform a dual extraction and create a tincture while discussing best practices and learning how to avoid common hazards in the delicate process of making mushroom tonics. Your instructor will provide the following: Mushrooms for…
View MoreDenim Upcycling – Saturday, February 28, 2026
Feb 28, 2026 1:00PM—4:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
Breathe new life into your old jeans, jackets, and other denim pieces in this hands-on workshop focused on creativity and sustainability. You’ll learn visible mending techniques such as patching, sashiko-inspired stitching, and creative repair methods. The class will combine some machine sewing and hand stitching. There will be 1-2 sewing machines on hand that the…
View MoreSlow Flow Soma Yoga – SINGLE SESSION – Saturday, February 28, 2026
Feb 28, 2026 10:30AM—11:30AM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
Soma Slow Flow is a blend of Somatics (gentle movements) to unwind the body and asana/postures for mobility and strength. The slower pace allows yogis to find alignment, individual variation and create space within. We practice breathwork and then add breath to movement for energy flow, mobility and stability. This is an all levels class.…
View MoreCut & Fitted: Inlay Workshop – Saturday, February 28, 2026
Feb 28, 2026 10:00AM—2:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
Inlay is the timeless craft of embedding contrasting materials, often different wood species, metals, or shells into a wooden or stone surface to create stunning decorative patterns and accents. The Taj Mahal in India is a prime example of this art form but we’ll practice it on wood. In this introductory class, you’ll learn the…
View MoreWest African Drumming Ensemble – SINGLE SESSION – Friday February 27, 2026
Feb 27, 2026 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 February 27, 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…
View MoreIntermediate West African Drumming – SINGLE SESSION – Thursday February 26, 2026
Feb 26, 2026 7:00PM—8:30PM
Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5TH ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
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. **Please note – you are registering for a SINGLE SESSION on February 26, 2026. If you prefer to register for the full class series, the classes are offered at a…
View MoreCreate, Connect, Age Well – Swedish Folk Painting with Egg Yolk
Feb 26, 2026 9:30AM—12:00PM
Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5TH ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
Learn to make your own natural paint out of egg yolks in the style of folk painting from Southern Sweden! Teaching artist Pieper Fleck Bloomquist has studied and practiced traditional Swedish folk art painting practices dalmålning and bonadsmålning for over 30 years, and blends these techniques to tell contemporary stories. Historically, paints were mixed from…
View MoreCommunity Knit Night – Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Feb 24, 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…
View MoreCommunity Bridge Club – Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Feb 24, 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 group leaders Melinda and Jared Hoke. Bring your notes if you…
View MoreBand Weaving: Baltic-style Pickup – Saturday, February 21, 2026
Feb 21, 2026 10:00AM—4:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
Band loom weaving is easier than you may think and it is a great way to start weaving. The bands woven on an Inkle loom are versatile and very useful. This type of weaving has been around for centuries, there are endlessly fascinating weavings that can be created on an Inkle loom. In this class,…
View MoreSongwriting in the Folk Tradition – Saturday, February 21, 2026
Feb 21, 2026 1:00PM—4:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
If you have ever thought about writing your own songs, join us for a songwriting workshop focusing on folk traditions, lyrics development, and some history. This class explores the songwriting process through examples and guided exercises, giving participants the opportunity to create original songs and develop their own creative voice. Your instructor will provide the…
View MorePolish Cuisine: Winter Soups – Saturday, February 21, 2026
Feb 21, 2026 10:00AM—1:00PM
Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5TH ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
Polish soups are more than starters, they are soulful, nourishing, and steeped in tradition. In this class, you will learn to make three vegetarian soups: Kapuśniak, a tangy sauerkraut-based soup layered with earthy vegetables and warming spices, Barszcz, a vibrant beet broth served with delicate mushroom-filled dumplings called uszka, and a Pickle soup, a hearty…
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