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A Medicinal Winter Drink: Chaga Chai – Saturday, January 17, 2026

Jan 17, 2026 10:00AM—1:00PM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

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Our northern winters call for something warm and soothing—and a cup of chaga chai might be just the answer for your winter wellness. Chaga, a medicinal mushroom that grows on birch trees in northern forests, has been used in folk medicine around the world. As one of the best-tasting medicinal mushrooms, it makes a perfect…

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Polish Cuisine: Pierogi and Uszka – Saturday, January 24, 2026

Jan 24, 2026 10:00AM—1:00PM

Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5TH ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

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Step into the heart of Polish home cooking with this hands-on class dedicated to two of the country’s most beloved dumplings: pierogi and uszka. You’ll learn dough-making techniques, create classic fillings like sauerkraut and mushroom, and practice folding and cooking methods—from boiling to pan-frying—and how to serve them beautifully. Along the way, we’ll explore the…

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Valentine Tea – Saturday, February 7, 2026

Feb 07, 2026 10:00AM—12:30PM

Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5th Street, Marine on St Croix, MN 55047

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This class is a balance of hands on learning and demonstration by celebrated tea enthusiast and culinary expert Gemma Lockram who will give a tutorial on teas and hosting. In this class students will learn how to make a proper pot of tea, assemble a variety of both savory and sweet accompaniments, and then taste…

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Herbal Remedies: Fire Cider Make and Take – Saturday, February 7, 2026

Feb 07, 2026 11:00AM—1:00PM

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

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In this class, you will learn how to make fire cider, exploring each ingredient and its many uses. Every participant will take home a jar of fire cider along with handouts for future reference. Skill Level No experience needed. Age Requirement Students aged 18 and older are welcome to attend this class.  Location Details Marine…

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Polish 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

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Polish soups are more than starters, they are soulful, nourishing, and steeped in tradition. In this class, you will learn to make two vegetarian soups: kapuśniak, a tangy sauerkraut-based soup layered with earthy vegetables and warming spices, and barszcz, a vibrant beet broth served with delicate mushroom-filled dumplings called uszka. We’ll explore fermentation, broth-building, and…

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Herbal 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

Learn 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

Sourdough from Start to Finish – October 10 and 11, 2025

Oct 10, 2025 6:30PM—Oct 11, 2025 8:30PM

Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5th Street, Marine on St Croix, MN 55047

Wood-Fired Pizza and Flatbreads – Saturday, April 5, 2025

Apr 05, 2025 9:00AM—12:00PM

Christ Lutheran Church, 150 5TH ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047