April
Current & Upcoming
Community Knit Night
Apr 07, 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 MoreWest African Drumming Ensemble SINGLE SESSION
Apr 10, 2026 4:30PM—6:00PM
Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5TH ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
RegisterExpand 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 April 10, 2026. If you prefer to register for…
View MoreWet Felted Basket
Apr 11, 2026 9:30AM—1:30PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
RegisterWith wool, water, and a bit of hands-on work, you can create a beautiful basket that becomes a true centerpiece in your home. In this class, you’ll learn how to lay out and felt a sturdy, three-dimensional basket complete with handles. Once the felting process is complete, you’ll have the opportunity to add embellishments to…
View MoreSpirals and Stars: Make a Braid-In Cotton Rag Rug – April 11 and 12, 2026
Apr 11, 2026 10:00AM—2:30PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE STREET, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
RegisterCreate a beautiful rug using old clothes and discarded fabric. No sewing is required for this flexible and forgiving braided-in technique, which results in a durable and eye-catching rug. You’ll explore a range of design options and experiment with color and pattern, making each piece uniquely your own. Note that this is a 2-day class,…
View MoreSilver Clay Jewelry
Apr 11, 2026 10:30AM—2:30PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE STREET, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
RegisterCreate silver jewelry the easy way—with metal clay! This flexible medium can be rolled, stamped, and shaped like traditional clay, then transformed into pure silver once fired. In this class, you’ll use texture designs to create your choice of pendants, charms, or earrings. Students will fire their own pieces using a torch and complete the…
View MorePotted Wool Hyacinths
Apr 11, 2026 11:00AM—2:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE STREET, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
RegisterAdd a touch of springtime beauty to your home by creating your own sculptural arrangement of three wool hyacinth flowers in a glass pot. Choose from a colorful selection of wool for the flowers and leaves as you design your own unique blooms. All materials are provided, making it easy to relax and enjoy the…
View MoreBotanical Illustration
Apr 11, 2026 11:00AM—2:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE STREET, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
RegisterInstructor Katie Wadley will guide students step by step through observing and drawing a fresh botanical specimen, focusing on its shapes, details, and unique structure. Using pencil on 6 × 8″ watercolor paper, you’ll create a careful sketch, then bring it to life with vibrant watercolor washes and ink pen rendering. Students may also choose…
View MoreGrow Your Own Shiitake Mushroom Log
Apr 11, 2026 12:00PM—3:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE STREET, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
RegisterJoin local mushroom enthusiast Carson Gross for a hands-on mushroom growing class. Participants will learn how to select appropriate wood species and use proper tools to inoculate logs with mushroom mycelium. After inoculation, logs take about 1.5 years to fully colonize and can produce fresh mushrooms for several years. The class will also cover how…
View MoreHome Creamery: Cheese Making 101
Apr 11, 2026 9:30AM—3:30PM
Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5TH ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
RegisterJoin home cheesemaker and traditional food aficionado Linda Conroy for a fun, hands-on class. We’ll begin the day by making cultured milk and cream products, including kefir, yogurt, and piima, a Scandinavian cultured cream. From there, we’ll transform these into fresh cheeses such as paneer, feta, and mozzarella. Participants will go home with cultures, cheese,…
View MoreSoma Slow Flow Yoga – Spring Series: SINGLE SESSION
Apr 11, 2026 10:30AM—11:30AM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
RegisterSoma 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 Bluegrass Jam Session (All Ages)
Apr 11, 2026 10:00AM—1:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
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, even with complete strangers! The…
View MoreCommunity Open Carving Session
Apr 11, 2026 10:00AM—12:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
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 project that needs an additional set of…
View MoreCommunity Dare to Repair (All Ages)
Apr 11, 2026 9:30AM—11:00AM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
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 you’d like. Patch your jeans! Darn your socks! Bring whatever you have…
View MoreFrom the Garden: Herbal and Goat Milk Soap Making
Apr 12, 2026 9:30AM—3:30PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE STREET, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
RegisterSpend a full day immersed in the art of soap making. In this hands-on class, you’ll explore a variety of ways to incorporate herbs into your soap, along with techniques for creating a creamy, moisturizing bar of farm-fresh goat milk soap. We’ll discuss the qualities of different herbs and their healing and nourishing properties, and…
View MoreCommunity Knit Night
Apr 14, 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 MoreWest African Drumming Ensemble SINGLE SESSION
Apr 17, 2026 4:30PM—6:00PM
Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5TH ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
RegisterExpand 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 April 17, 2026. If you prefer to register…
View MoreTherapeutic Mushrooms and Functional Fungi
Apr 18, 2026
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE STREET, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
RegisterIn this class, students will explore the therapeutic and functional properties of a variety of wild mushrooms and their extract compounds. Together, we’ll perform a dual extraction and create a tincture. We will discuss best practices and learn how to avoid common hazards in the delicate process of making mushroom tonics. Your instructor will provide…
View MoreCopper Foil Stained Glass Window
Apr 18, 2026 10:00AM—4:30PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT 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. In this class, you will learn how to make, cut, and use patterns, cut and grind glass, tape your glass with copper foil,…
View MoreSoma Slow Flow Yoga – Spring Series: SINGLE SESSION
Apr 18, 2026 10:30AM—11:30AM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
RegisterSoma 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 MoreWatercolor in 3 Steps
Apr 18, 2026 10:30AM—1:30PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE STREET, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
RegisterLearn instructor Jess Lindell’s unique “333” approach to watercolor while painting a simple fish portrait together. The Paint 333 system breaks watercolor down into an accessible and playful process that builds confidence and creativity. You’ll explore: 3 properties of water control for paper, paint, and brushes 3 principles of color, contrast, and composition 3 steps…
View MoreBotany for Artists
Apr 18, 2026 11:00AM—2:00PM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE STREET, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
RegisterAs 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…
View MoreCommunity Bridge Club
Apr 18, 2026 9:00AM—11:30AM
Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047
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…
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