As the snow melts and plants begin to emerge, spring offers endless inspiration for artists. Capturing the beauty of plants—whether through detailed botanical studies or expressive, colorful impressions—takes both observation and practice. In this class, you’ll learn the basics of botany as it relates to art and explore how understanding plant structure can strengthen your…

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 sent out twice monthly, but there is…

Bring a little magic to your garden with this warm, family-friendly lantern making workshop. Together, we’ll create a beautiful 5×10 inch cedar lantern, beginning with sketching seasonal designs inspired by the spring equinox, summer blooms, and the rhythms of the natural world. Using easy-to-handle tools like coping saws, you’ll cut your design into cedar panels,…

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…

Have you ever thought about writing your own songs? Join us for a songwriting workshop rooted in folk traditions, lyrical storytelling, and musical history. This class explores the songwriting process through guided exercises, examples, and shared listening, giving participants the opportunity to create original songs and develop their own creative voice. Whether you’re brand new…

Join 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 by…

Learn to draw and get more out of your travels through the practice of moment sketching. This approach focuses on capturing a feeling or experience rather than perfect accuracy, helping you become more observant and deeply engaged with the places you visit. As the saying goes, the best way to learn how to sketch is…

Celebrate the arrival of spring with this joyful, hands-on outdoor workshop designed for children ages 3-8 and their caregivers. Kids in Nature: Spring invites families to explore the season through playful discovery, sensory-rich activities, and simple strategies that support early learning, connection, and emotional regulation. During this 2-hour experience, families will go on a guided…

This class will explore multiple small embroidery designs enhanced with beads, sequins, buttons, and pearls. You’ll learn a free-form approach to hand embroidery that encourages creativity and imagination, offering inspiration for this project and many future ones. Influenced by Swedish embroidery practitioners, this class blends traditional approaches with creative experimentation. The needle case project will…

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.…

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…

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 sent out twice monthly, but there is…

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 May 1, 2026. If you prefer to register…

While this class is full, there are still seats available in the Build a Wooden Paddle class in June! Build your own beautiful bent shaft canoe paddle! Students will learn about wood selection and grains, use of hand tools and skill saw, paddle design and considerations, and paddle sizing. Each student will leave with a…

Learn to draw and get more out of your travels through the practice of moment sketching. This approach focuses on capturing a feeling or experience rather than perfect accuracy, helping you become more observant and deeply engaged with the places you visit. As the saying goes, the best way to learn how to sketch is…

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…

Create an embroidered flour sack towel (tea towel)! Learn how to select flour sacks, threads, and tools to set yourself up for success. You’ll explore how to plan your colors, thread weights, and stitch variety to create a dynamic and balanced design, while mastering a few essential embroidery stitches and learning how to combine them.…

Sewing is a skill that can feel like a superpower! The ability to create your own garments, quilts, and everyday items offers both creative freedom and practical confidence. While getting started can feel intimidating, this class is designed to help you build skills and confidence as you get to know your sewing machine. You’ll practice…

Learn to make your own handbound journal in this hands-on workshop. Students will begin by selecting a leather cover accented with fish leather, a durable and eco-friendly material that is a byproduct of the fishing industry. Students will then learn how to prepare parchment paper for the pages. You’ll create six folded signatures, punch sewing holes…

Learn the basics of botanical printing using the technique known as flower pounding. This process transfers natural dyes from plants and flowers onto fabric and paper using a hammer. In this workshop, you’ll learn the foundations of botanical dyeing and gain the tools to begin your own practice at home. We’ll cover simple at-home mordant…

Please note: This class meets over the course of two days, Saturday-Sunday May 2 and 3, 2026 from 9:30 am – 3:30 pm each day. Learn the basic basket-making techniques and take home a bike basket! Join Kirsten, a long-time instructor known for her energetic and encouraging teaching style. She’ll help you ease into basket…

Create a one‑of‑a‑kind dried flower wall hanging or botanical mobile using thoughtfully grown, sustainably harvested blooms. In this hands-on class, you’ll explore the art of working with dried flowers—selecting stems, preparing materials, and assembling a piece that is natural and colorful. You’ll learn how to handle delicate botanicals and build a structure that hangs gracefully…